Are you caring for an older adult? We’re here to help.
We know caring for someone else can be both hard and rewarding. That’s why we’re here to support caregivers of older adults and people living with dementia every step of the way. We can support you with helpful resources, information, and services in Boulder County to make things easier.
Am I a caregiver?
A caregiver is someone who helps a family member, friend, or neighbor with daily tasks or health needs. The help a caregiver provides might be short-term or last for many years. Caregivers might also support someone even if they don’t live in the same location.
You may be a caregiver if…
- You buy groceries or run errands for someone who can’t do it on their own.
- You pay bills or help manage money for someone.
- You help someone get dressed, cook meals, bathe, or use the toilet.
- You remind someone to take their medicine or drive them to the doctor.
- Someone you care about can’t live safely at home without your help.
One-on-One Help for Caregivers
Are you not sure where to start? We can help you figure it out. Call us at 303-441-1617 or send an email to AgingResources@bouldercounty.gov. Contact with our team is free and private. Opción disponible en español. Let’s talk through what kind of help you need. You’ll get ideas, information, resources, and a plan made to meet your needs. You can learn about the following and much more!
- Help in the home
- Respite care, so you can take a break
- Help with housing and long-term care, like skilled nursing and assisted living
- Legal help
- Support groups
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Help with public benefits
- Training and support tailored to caregivers
- Planning for emergencies
Learn more about local aging resources at BoulderCountyHelp.org.
Dealing with Dementia Workshop
Learn how to care for someone with dementia in a kind and safe way. Our workshop reviews:
- What to expect as dementia progresses
- How to build a care team
- How to stay calm and take care of yourself
- Problem-solving and safety tips
The next offering of Dealing with Dementia will be announced soon!
Caregiving Corner
Every month we share a special section just for caregivers in our newsletter, Aging Well in Boulder County. It’s called Caregiving Corner and it’s full of advice, stories, and helpful updates. Want to get the newsletter by email? Write to us at AgingResources@bouldercounty.gov.
You can read past issues with great caregiving advice and personal care tips.
- May 2025 – The Experience of People Living with Dementia
- April 2025 – How to Determine A Care Recipient’s Needs
- March 2025 – One Caregiver’s Story
- Feb. 2025 – Is it Elder Abuse?
- Jan. 2025 – Information from Daughterhood
- Dec. 2024 – Gifts for the Care Recipient
- Nov. 2024 – Hospital to Rehabilitation Transition
- Oct. 2024 – Emotional Side of Caregiving Part 2
- Sept. 2024 – Emotional Side of Caregiving Part 1
- Aug. 2024 – Alzheimer’s and Extreme Heat
- July 2024 – Aging in Place with Smart Home Technology
- June 2024 – Concerns About Memory Issues
- May 2024 – Preventing Scams
- April 2024 – Finding a Sense of Purpose
- March 2024 – The Life of Naomi Feil
- Feb. 2024 – Supporting a Spouse with Heart Disease & Surviving
- Jan. 2024 – Developing Dementia
- Dec. 2023 – Final Holiday Season
- Nov. 2023 – Prescriptions for Care Recipients
- Oct. 2023 – End of Day Struggles for Those Living with Dementia
- Sept. 2023 – Giving Up Firearms
- Aug. 2023 – Traveling with a Care Recipient
- July 2023 – Balancing Caregiving with Family
- June 2023 – Reducing Risk of Cognitive Decline
- May 2023 – Staying Safe in Summer Heat
- April 2023 – Caring for Yourself When Saying Goodbye
- March 2023 – Why Get a Dementia Diagnosis
- Feb. 2023 – Moving to Long-Term Care
