Boulder County Area Agency on Aging & Veteran Services

08/17/2026

One in four Americans aged 65 and over fall each year. A fall can have serious impacts on long-term health, day-to-day function, and independence. The good news is that many falls can be prevented. Join us to learn how strengthening community connections can keep you and those you care for safe with our activities during Falls Prevention Month 2026. If you are already exercising on a regular basis, keep it up! If you haven’t been active in the last few years, don’t worry. But remember to check in with your doctor before starting to find out which types of exercise are best for you. Learn more about Falls Prevention Month 2026 at https://boco.org/fallsprevention.

08/04/2026

Check out August 2026 Career Workshops from our partners at Workforce Boulder County by searching 'Boulder' at the link below. Register for a Connecting Colorado account to sign up for the events. Upcoming workshops include:
Interview Preparation
Updating and Tailoring Your Resume
Overcoming Difficult Work Histories
Capable and Confident in Your Job Search
Future of Work
Career Exploration
Essential Skills

07/29/2026

The VA welcome kit is a guide that can point you in the right direction for the benefits you have earned through your service. The guide can be used for Veterans who are fresh out or Veterans who have been out for years. It is free and easy to download so make sure to check it out for any important benefits! Learn more at the link.

Whether you’re just getting out of the service or you’ve been a civilian for years now, the VA Welcome Kit can help guide you to the benefits and services you’ve earned.Based on where you are in life, your VA benefits and services can support you in different ways. Keep your welcome kit handy ...

07/23/2026

Veterans are invited to a special celebration honoring ECHCS 75th and Colorado's 150th Anniversary on Friday, July 31 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Rocky Mountain Regional VA Medical Center (1700 N Wheeling St, Aurora) near the pharmacy. The celebration will feature live performances by the Denver Dolls and cake for all Veterans and staff. Departments at the event will include Veteran Experience, Fisher House, Su***de Prevention, Research, Enrollment, Intimate Partner Violence, and Veteran Treatment Court.

07/17/2026

The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for parts of Boulder County below 6,000 feet. The advisory is in effect from 10 a.m. Sunday, July 19, through 9 p.m. Monday, July 20. High temperatures between 99 and 102 degrees are expected.

Take steps to protect yourself and those around you:

• Drink water before you feel thirsty.
• Limit strenuous outdoor activity during the hottest part of the day.
• Wear lightweight, light-colored clothing.
• Never leave children or pets in a parked vehicle.
• Check on older adults, neighbors, and others who may be at higher risk.
• If you do not have air conditioning, spend time in a cool public place such as a library or recreation center.

Learn more about staying safe during extreme heat at boco.org/extremeheat

07/13/2026

A Heat Advisory is in effect for Boulder County from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. today!

If you don’t have air conditioning at home, consider spending time in a cool, air-conditioned place, such as:

-Public libraries
-Recreation centers
-Shopping malls
-Other public indoor spaces

Remember to:

-Drink water throughout the day, even before you feel thirsty.
-Limit strenuous outdoor activities during the hottest part of the day.
-Check on older adults, young children and people with chronic health conditions.

Learn more about staying safe during extreme heat at boco.org/extremeheat

07/08/2026

Senior Homestead Property Exemption applications due July 15

To qualify for the senior property tax exemption for the 2026 tax year (taxes paid in 2027), you must meet all three of these requirements:

1️ You were born on or before January 1, 1961
2️ You have lived in the home as your primary residence since before January 1, 2016
3️ You have owned the home continuously since before January 1, 2016
➡️ If you meet all three, you may qualify for savings on your property taxes.

🔗More info at: boco.org/SeniorExemption

07/02/2026

Wildfire smoke can affect your health, even if the fire is far away.

When air quality is poor:
• Limit time outdoors.
• Avoid strenuous outdoor activities and exercise.
• Wear a well-fitted N95 respirator if you must be outside for extended periods.
• Keep windows and doors closed when possible.
• Drink plenty of water and watch for symptoms like coughing, wheezing or shortness of breath.
• Check the Air Quality Index (AQI) and sign up for local air quality alerts.

Children, older adults, pregnant people, and those with heart or lung conditions are especially vulnerable to wildfire smoke.

For more information about protecting yourself from wildfire smoke and to sign up for air quality alerts, visit boco.org/airquality

06/26/2026

Veteran-related property tax exemptions due July 1

Boulder County homeowners may qualify for a property tax exemption if they are:

• A U.S. military veteran with a 100% permanent service-connected disability or has an unemployability status with less than 100% and was honorably discharged
• The surviving spouse of a qualifying veteran with a disability
• The surviving spouse of a Gold Star Veteran

Applications must be received by the Assessor’s Office by July 1 for the exemption to apply to the property tax bill you receive next year.

Veterans and eligible Gold Star spouses must own and live in the home as their primary residence as of January 1 of the application year. Surviving spouses of qualifying veterans should review the application for eligibility details.

More info: https://boco.org/veteran-exemption

06/18/2026

Boulder County government offices (including the 20th Judicial District Court and the District Attorney's Office) will be closed Friday, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth.

The closure does not impact 24/7 public safety, child and adult protection, or maintenance operations.

Visit Bouldercounty.gov for services that can be conducted online. Hours and holiday closures are also available on the county’s website.