02/07/2026
Overflowing with pride, inspiration, and gratitude for our InnovAge Colorado care teams and senior participants who advocated to protect senior care and support at the Colorado State Capitol this week. It was a true honor to receive a special tribute from Senate President James Coleman who recognized on the Senate floor, InnovAge and LeadingAge Colorado's "compassionate leadership, innovation, and unwavering commitment to Colorado's most vulnerable citizens..."
Our participants Sue and Joe shined, sharing the true impact of InnovAge and PACE with lawmakers who were moved by their genuine experiences and humble advocacy.
Thank you to LeadingAge Colorado for your continued dedication to helping seniors find the support and resources they need and for being a passionate force in capital halls, industry meetings, and community events.
And, big shoutouts to SVP Government Affairs Don Nelson, Colorado Market President Clint Lohr, Thornton Area Center Director Linda Whyte (who did an amazing job coordinating staff), Lakewood Center Director Kelly Swanson, Loveland Center Director Sandy Waldrip, as well as many center staff who also turned out io help advocate.
Last: our deepest thanks to Lt. Governor Dianne Primavera and House Majority Leader Monica Duncan for your steadfast support and for sharing your personal stories:
“I cared for my father, kept him in my own home, which is where he wanted to be until he was 101 years old. That experience shaped my understanding of how critical this work is, not just as policy, but as something that touches real lives, real families, and real communities,” said Colorado Lt. Gov Dianne Primavera.
“We want that sense of security for our seniors,” said Colorado House Majority Leader Rep. Monica Duran. “What you are doing is amazing and so important. We make laws that impact our senior population and by being here you are being a voice for them.”
We greatly appreciate the many other lawmakers and staff who offered their time and attention, including: Senate President James Coleman, Rep. Mandy Lindsay, Rep. Brianna Titone, Sen. Jessie Danielson, Rep. Tammy Story, Rep. Ryan Gonzalez, Rep. Karen McCormick, Rep. Lisa Feret, Rep. Jenny Willford, Sen. Scott Bright, Sen. Kyle Mullica, Sen. Dafna Jenet, Rep. Manny Rutinel, Sen. Robert Rodriquez, and Sen William Lindstedt. We appreciate and thank all of you for your support!
Read the full press release here: https://investor.innovage.com/news-releases/news-release-details/proven-senior-care-model-takes-center-stage-capitol