Frasier Life Plan Community

02/18/2026

Faces of Frasier: Resident Edition! Meet Juan, a resident who has spent his life at the intersection of science, music, and global diplomacy. As a former director of a major geophysical institute, he has seen firsthand how research and education shape our world. He continues to ask big questions, both in science as he continues his research, and about how to make communities like ours better for people living with vision loss.

Quick Q&A with Juan:
Q: If you could only eat one food for the rest of your life, what would you pick?
A: Argentinian barbeque. It’s different than the way of doing it here, and it takes a lot of time to cook. For food, I am spoiled from places like Argentina, Italy, and Austria.

Q: What is something your grandparents or elders taught you that you still remember?
A: The father of my mother acted as the model for me, he was not a scientist, but he was an engineer. He was director of the electrical power plant in Italy where we lived at the beginning of my life. Looking back, he was what probably put me on the track of science.

Q: If you could master any skill instantly, what would you pick?
A: I’m missing playing the organ. But, I have given talks [at the church] across the street on the organ as an instrument, on music perception, and so on. I used to play across the street, they have one of the biggest organs in Boulder.

We are grateful he continues to share his global perspective, scientific insight, and lived experience with the Frasier community. See you next time!

02/14/2026

02/06/2026

Join us for this month’s Active Minds presentation: Music & the Olympics!

Did you know the Olympics used to award medals in music? Even in the ancient games, music played an essential role. Celebrate the Olympic spirit during the 2026 Winter Games as Active Minds explores the fascinating history of music and the Olympics, featuring works by composers from around the world — and of course, John Williams.

– Friday, February 13th
– 10:30 a.m.
– The Canyons Center Movie Theater at Frasier
– Free & open to all – no sign-up required!

Presented by Frasier and Active Minds®: Expanding lives and minds through community-based educational programs.

02/05/2026

Our residents recently teamed up with 7th and 8th graders at Horizons K-8 School, teaching knitting and crocheting in their art classes. This meaningful exchange is part of the expansion of our Art for the Ocean: A Coral Collective into the broader Boulder community. Through hands-on creativity, participants of all ages are helping shine a light on the urgent environmental challenges facing our oceans.

The result? A collective coral reef, made up of hundreds of hand-crocheted and knitted pieces from across the community - set to be exhibited at Boulder Museum Of Contemporary Art in fall 2026. Want to dive deeper into the Coral Collective? Click the link below to learn more.

https://www.frasiermeadows.org/a-coral-collective/

02/03/2026

Faces of Frasier: Team Member Edition! Meet Hudson, who has done “a little bit of everything” at Fraiser from dining to hospitality to driving. Hudson now works in Frasier Care as a Resident Emergency Responder. He helps with a variety of care needs across campus, from band aids to falls, all while balancing his exercise science studies and his club rugby team!

Quick Q&A with Hudson:
Q: If you could master any skill instantly, what would it be?
A: I think cooking! I really enjoy cooking so being able to master any recipe would be one of the coolest things in the world.

Q: What is your favorite Frasier memory?
A: Back when I worked in dining, we were all really good friends as wait staff. After every dinner, we’d all get together and have Frasier family dinner after work. I am still good friends with some of my old coworkers!

Q: If you could give a TED Talks on any topic, what would it be?
A: The wonders of anatomy and physiology! In exercise science, we learn a lot, and it’s so incredibly interesting, all the complexities of anatomy. There's a lot of stuff that people generally don’t know.

We’re thrilled Hudson chose to come back and continue his career at Frasier!

01/29/2026

Join us Thursday, February 5th at 7:30pm in The Canyons Center at Frasier for the next performance in our Geneva Percival Concert Series! Graduate mezzo-soprano and baritone singers will take center stage, joined by their pianists for an evening of compelling aria and art songs.

This concert series is made possible through a partnership with CU Boulder College of Music and the generous support of Frasier residents and community. Don’t miss this inspiring performance! Open to all.

01/28/2026

We were all shook up celebrating the King’s birthday with our residents! From our rockin’ Elvis impersonator to swingin’ dance moves, cake fit for royalty, and classic tunes that had everyone saying “thank you, thank you very much!”

01/25/2026

We're ready for some Mile High magic! Let's go, Broncos!!

01/24/2026

From the very first donation of land, to the many residents who have called Frasier home — Heritage Hall tells our story.

We celebrated its grand opening this week, and we can’t wait for you to experience it. Huge thanks to Boulder Museum Of Contemporary Art for your partnership.

Full recap on the blog:

On January 21, 2026, the Frasier community gathered to celebrate a milestone 65 years in the making: the official opening of Heritage Hall, Frasier’s new permanent history exhibition.

01/22/2026

We’re proud to share that Christie Hinrichs, President and CEO of Frasier, will begin her term as Board Chair of LeadingAge in January 2026.

LeadingAge represents more than 5,400 nonprofit aging services providers nationwide, and Christie steps into this role at a pivotal time for the field.

“Without staff, there is no care,” said Hinrichs. “Workforce challenges affect real people every day, and we must never lose sight of the human connection at the heart of our work.”

Christie has served on the LeadingAge Board since 2015 and brings decades of leadership experience across hospice, home care, acute care, and nonprofit senior living. At Frasier, she leads our life plan community serving nearly 500 older adults with the support of more than 300 team members.

Learn more about Christie’s leadership and service on our blog:

01/20/2026

Faces of Frasier: Resident Edition! Meet Donna, a resident known for her leadership skills. She had a remarkable career in the textile and quilting industry in New York City before moving to Frasier six years ago. She quickly became a neighborhood leader, then head of the public areas committee, and now is president of our Resident Council!

Quick Q&A with Donna:
Q: If you could master any skill instantly, what would it be?
A: Creative writing, I’d love to be a wordsmith. My husband writes, mostly catalogs of all the trips we’ve taken together. I’d like to be able to sit down and write a story.

Q: Do you have a favorite spot on Frasier campus?
A: We play mahjong every Monday and Saturday in the Prairies Business Suite. It’s nice because it’s quiet, and it’s easy to access for all of us. It’s a place I enjoy going because I enjoy what I’m doing.

Q: Is there something your grandparents or elders taught you that you still remember?
A: My mother was a real great seamstress, and she taught me how to sew at 5 years old. I sewed a lot when I was little, I made my dolls and their clothes. I worked for a sewing pattern company early in my career. That is how I got into the
textile industry. I made all of the garments that I wore when I commentated art and fashion shows for over 20 years!

Donna is one of many residents who opens her doors, sharing her leadership -and antique quilting collection - with everyone at Frasier!

01/19/2026

“Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, 'What are you doing for others?'" -- Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.