Senior organizations join forces
An important and positive step was made recently in the next chapter of aging adults in Douglas County. The Seniors’ Council of Douglas County (Seniors’ Council) has accepted an invitation to join Aging Resources of Douglas County (ARDC). ARDC is a nonprofit community aging center that connects people to services, information and resources that promote aging well with independence.
This collaborative partnership reflects a shared commitment to improving the quality of life for the county’s aging residents, now and in the future. The Seniors Council and ARDC have worked side-by-side for years as trusted community partners, each bringing unique strengths to support, educate and advocate for older adults. By formally joining together, the organizations can now serve more people, advocate more effectively and bring critical resources to a wider and more diverse population across Douglas County.
“The Seniors’ Council is perfectly aligned with our mission to help older adults age with independence and dignity,” said Karie Erickson, Founder and CEO of ARDC. “This is the right time for our partnership to become more formalized. Aging Resources has grown and continues to make its mark on our community, and the Seniors’ Council contributes to that by bringing a valuable educational component to the table.”
This transition also opens new doors for the Seniors’ Council’s impactful programming. As part of ARDC, the Seniors’ Council will be able to access expanded grant funding opportunities, helping grow educational initiatives and provide financial support for meaningful community events, including their signature event Vintage & Vibrant, half-day educational workshops, informational forums, and intergenerational experiences.
This expansion of programming and services will require more space for the partners to call home, and fortunately, they will soon have that, as ARDC will be moving into a larger building in Castle Rock later this year.
“We are excited to provide the Seniors Council with the structure, administrative support and physical space that will allow them to further their reach in the community,” said Karie. “One of the most important messages we want to get out there is that sometimes aging well just requires a little help, and that is what we are here for.”
For more information, visit agingresourcesdougco.org.
By Sara Goodwin
