Western Care Partners

11/27/2025

The Great Thanksgiving Listen through StoryCorps is a beautiful chance to sit down and record an interview with an elder, mentor, or anyone whose story you want to preserve for generations.

Whether it’s a parent, grandparent, loved one, favorite teacher, or someone in your community, asking a few thoughtful questions — and listening deeply — becomes a gift you’ll both treasure. https://buff.ly/uZLWwvl

It's time once again for StoryCorps annual National Day of Listening. Here's why you should consider joining.

11/26/2025

✨ There are a ton of fun things to do with friends and family all around Denver this holiday week! Check it out! https://buff.ly/gLU6QLq

Start your holiday season with Thanksgiving in Denver! Find great events and things to do, and family-friendly activities for your Thanksgiving weekend.

11/26/2025

Strong networks across generations help support well‑being, purpose and belonging.

By creating meaningful connections, sharing caregiving responsibilities, and developing community-based solutions, communities can help older adults lead fulfilling lives.

11/24/2025

At Western Care Partners, we offer a variety of services to meet you exactly where you are. Whether you’re grieving the aging process, adjusting to a disability, seeking help for a loved one with neurocognitive issues, or simply need a fresh voice to facilitate a family meeting, we’re ready to help you take your first step forward.

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11/21/2025

Whether you’re sharing a goofy moment with friends or finding the funny in the everyday—make time for laughter. It’s free, it’s fun, and it’s healing.

A few ideas on ways to foster something we all need in our lives

11/20/2025

Feeling a little disconnected? Experiencing meaningful, heart-level connection—just one real moment at a time—can help ease loneliness and create true joy.

Whether considering ourselves lonely or not, most of us can benefit from making the effort to rebuild and cultivate our connections with other people

11/19/2025

This article explores human stories of courage, love, family, and dignity — and reminds us that every last chapter matters.

More terminally ill Coloradans than ever are turning to Denver Health’s Medical Aid in Dying clinic. We spent the summer witnessing the quiet decisions and final moments of those who chose when—and how—to say goodbye.

11/18/2025

Fascinating! Here's a study out of Toronto finding that those of us who see more vivid pictures in our head may have a greater propensity to having PTSD. Oppositely, those of us who are more "spatial thinkers" may be less likely to develop PTSD because we can find a "place" for the traumatic event in our lives.

Trauma alone doesn’t cause posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) – how we process and imagine it plays a key role, according to new research. A recent Baycrest study suggests that having a vivid visual imagery is linked to a greater risk of developing PTSD, in which debilitating mental he...

11/17/2025

If you’re supporting an older adult or loved one in the Denver area, you don’t have to figure meals out alone. There is a wide range of local resources—from meal delivery and grocery assistance to nutrition programs and food banks—to help you keep your loved one nourished and supported.

💛 Whether you need reliable weekly meals, help navigating SNAP, or grocery delivery options, there are services ready to help. https://buff.ly/nads8im

11/14/2025

Here's one person who published a book on how everyday objects can tell a scientific story.

Whether you’re a lifelong learner or just curious about the world, the message is clear: engage your eyes, ask questions, and let the beauty of science surprise you.

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Felice C. Frankel's new book features dramatic images of everyday objects and explains the science behind them

11/13/2025

Volunteering isn’t only a nice thing to do — it’s a powerful way to build social capital and combat loneliness, especially as we age.

Research shows that older adults who volunteer regularly experience:
• stronger social connections and a sense of belonging.
• significantly lower risk of chronic loneliness and better emotional well-being.

Learn more about volunteer opportunities throughout Denver here: https://buff.ly/SrbjXAJ

11/12/2025

Healthcare Professional Educational Webinar -
Supporting FTD Care Partners with Individual Therapy:
Approaches and Key Considerations

Tuesday, November 18, 2025 from 12-1 pm EST.

"In this AFTD Healthcare Professional Webinar, designed to educate mental-health professionals about FTD care, Stephanie Muskat, MSW, RSW, of Compassion in Caregiving, will explore the experiences and difficulties care partners face."

Find out more at info@theaftd.org