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Order Tickets for 2013 Salute to Seniors
Here you can order your tickets for the Salute to Seniors on May 15, 2013, 9:00 am to 3:30 pm, Colorado Convention Center, Mile High Ballroom, 700 14th Street, Denver CO 80202.
The entrance fee is $9 for the first ticket and $4.50 for tthe second ticket; $9 for the third ticket and $4.50 for the fourth ticket. Groups of 10 or more, tickets are $6 each.
The ticket order may be submitted online via our secure server. If you prefer, download an order form and mail to: Colorado Gerontological Society, 3006 E. Colfax Ave. Denver, CO 80206
Salute to Seniors
When you think of great TV, what comes to mind? The Golden Age of Television of course! With classic shows like The Twilight Zone, I Love Lucy, and that darn rascal Cleaver Beaver from Leave it to Beaver!, the 1950s and 60s ushered in the age of television to American homes nationwide.
Jerry Mathers, the iconic actor behind Beaver Cleaver, is the featured guest at this year's Salute to Seniors, on May 15, 2013 at the Colorado Convention Center.
Relive the Golden Age of TV at the Salute to Seniors
“You know, working isn’t as much fun as I thought it would be. I wonder why older people do it so much?” says Beaver Cleaver who has endeared himself to hundreds of individuals, young and old, since the age of 2.
The “Beav” is turning 65 this year and making a debut at the Salute to Seniors on May 15, 2013 at the Colorado Convention Center in Denver. Mark Koebrich of Channel 9 will be the host for the day joined by Mayor Michael Hancock who has proclaimed May 15, Salute to Seniors Day. Photos and autograph signing will occur against the backdrop of the Cleaver living room sponsored by Kaiser Permanente and a 1957 Ford Fairlane 500 sponsored by Forney Transportation Museum.
Colorado seniors will benefit from biosimilars bill
The Colorado House recently passed a House Bill 1121, which will allow patients across our state — many seniors among them — to obtain sophisticated medicines known as “biosimilars.” This legislation focuses on patient safety, and the patient-doctor relationship. While important for all, these two things are critical when it comes to the health of our seniors.
New biological treatments, which are made from living organisms, are often very beneficial for chronically ill patients, especially older adults whose condition has not responded to traditional chemical-based drugs. Thus, the benefit of developing biosimilars can be both humanitarian as well as a cost-saver to the Medicare and Medicaid programs.
Patients may want access to biosimilars because these drugs are generally less expensive than their brand name counterparts. Colorado senators are now considering the legislation that would establish access to biosimilars while also including some patient protections.
New Online Tools to Manage Social Security
The Social Security Administration has recently launched an expanded tool to help Americans manage their Social Security benefits. The 'my Social Security' system allows both current beneficiaries and future Social Security recipients to create accounts that will track their Social Security contributions, payouts (including expected payouts) and eligibility. This service is also available to individuals receiving Supplemental Security Income and Social Security Disability Insurance.
Assisted Living Operator Training (Jun. 2013)
The 2013 Second Quarter Assisted Living Owner/Operator Training will be held on June 25, 26, 27 and 28, 2013 Denver Human Services, East Office, 3815 Steele St, Denver CO 80205. Classes will begin at 8:00 am and end at 5:00 pm daily. Attendees must register by Friday June 21, 2013 to guarantee a space and materials for the course.
Registration for this class is open now. Interested individuals may register online for the next offered course.
Senior Issues Briefing (Jun. 2013)
The Senior Issues Briefing is a monthly meeting for professionals and seniors that features a presentation on a currently pressing topic. There is time for questions, networking and information dissemination.
The Senior Issues Briefing is held at Heritage Club Mountain View, 8101 E Mississippi Ave, Denver, from 8:30 am to 9:30 am on the second Tuesday of every month.
The topic for this month's meeting is: Implementing the Medicare Competitive Bidding Program for DMEPOS (Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics and Supplies) by Beverly Mendicello and John D'Alessandro, Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Denver.
Network North (May 2013)
Network North is a monthly meeting for professionals and seniors that features a presentation on a currently pressing topic. There is time for questions, networking and information dissemination.
Network North is held at Golden West Manor, Penthouse, 1055 Adams Cir, Boulder, from 8:30 am to 9:30 am on the first Tuesday of every month.
The topic for this month's meeting is: “The Latest Changes in Customer Services at Social Security”, by Mike Baska, Social Security Administration, Denver.
Network North (Jun. 2013)
Network North is a monthly meeting for professionals and seniors that features a presentation on a currently pressing topic. There is time for questions, networking and information dissemination.
Network North is held at Golden West Manor, Penthouse, 1055 Adams Cir, Boulder, from 8:30 am to 9:30 am on the first Tuesday of every month.
The topic for this month's meeting is: Implementing the Medicare Competitive Bidding Program for DMEPOS (Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics and Supplies) by Beverly Mendicello and John D'Alessandro, Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Denver.
