Ark Valley Helping Hands, a program that supports older adults in aging safely and independently at home, has transitioned its operations from Chaffee County Public Health to the Central Colorado Area Agency on Aging, located at 6266 Cleora Road, Salida, CO 81201.
The change comes as aging-related programs face increasing funding challenges at the county, state and federal levels. Officials say the move is intended to ensure the long-term sustainability of the program while maintaining the services local residents rely on. Chaffee County Public Health Director Andrea Carlstrom said in a press release that the decision was made with the program’s future in mind and asking Tom McConaghy, Director of CCAAA to take responsibility for this much needed program. It is a perfect fit as the CCAAA already serves the older adults in many of the same ways of AVHH. For more information, contact Sabrina Porter at 719-539-3341 or [email protected] Monday through Thursdays 8am-4:30pm office hours or leave a voicemail.
“Given current funding realities, this transition represents a thoughtful and responsible decision to safeguard the program’s future with an organization dedicated to serving older adults”.
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Ark Valley Helping Hands is a volunteer organization in Chaffee County that helps older adults age in place and remain connected to the community.
Our aim is to provide social connection and peace of mind to older adults in Chaffee County. We help them meet basic needs, combat loneliness and help to create safer home environments.
We offer key services and social connection through our dedicated team of vetted volunteers.
To stay true to our mission while continuing to expand our ability to serve older adults here in Chaffee County. We are excited about the organization's direction.
Being A Volunteer is Rewarding and Engaging
Volunteering for Ark Valley Helping Hands provides a meaningful and practical way to connect and give back to Chaffee County's aging community.
There is no set schedule and no minimum requirement for volunteer hours.
Membership Perks:
- All volunteers are vetted, trained and covered by insurance that protects them and you.
- Although a membership is required to receive services, a membership fee is not required. An applicant can make a donation if he/she feels so inclined.
- Meet new people and make new friends.
- Opportunity to be more connected with the Chaffee County community.
- Receive an initial warm welcome from an AVHH Warm Welcome Team member.
- Get to know the programs and services of the Central Colorado Area Agency on Aging.
If you are interested in a membership or becoming a volunteer, call/text us at (719) 539-3341 or email us at [email protected] Mailing address: 6266 Cleora Road, Salida, Colorado, 81201