Broomfield Senior Services

OLLI Presents: Great Decisions 2026: Foreign Policy in a Changing World
Monday, Sept. 14, 1 p.m.

This is a dynamic discussion-based course that brings current U.S. foreign policy to life. Each week, we'll explore a pressing global issue through expert-produced video content from the Foreign Policy Association, followed by lively conversation with fellow students.

This 4-class series is presented by Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Denver University (OLLIatDU). Registration is required through OLLIatDU and costs $50 for the 4-class session. Registration opens August 17. To register or for more information, call 303-871-3181.

New Senior Resources Guide Available!

The Fall and Winter 2026 Senior Resources Guide is now available! Find information on local programs, services and resources for older adults and caregivers at Broomfield.org/SeniorResources.

Hard copies are available by request at the Broomfield Community Center and Paul Derda Recreation Center front desks, or by contacting the Community Resources Coordinator at 303-464-5529.

What a delightful day for our Trippers!

Recently, our group enjoyed an afternoon at The Duchess Tea Room in Fort Collins, stepping into an authentic British tea party setting for a truly fabulous experience!

We were especially excited to welcome our new Active Adults Coordinator, Maggie, who joined the crew for the adventure. It looks like she’s already fitting right in!

Here’s to good company, new adventures and plenty of tea!🌻

Save Energy in Your Senior Living Community!

Do you live in a senior living community? Talk to your facility management about saving energy while keeping residents comfortable. Xcel Energy and the City and County of Broomfield are partnering to help senior living facilities reduce energy use.

Xcel Energy’s Multifamily Buildings Program can help property managers reduce energy usage through FREE installations of LED lighting, water-saving equipment, a report summarizing the biggest savings opportunities, and more!

Learn more at https://co.my.xcelenergy.com/s/business/cost-savings/multi-family-building and share this link with your management.

Broomfield Senior Services is now accepting applications for the new no-cost Homemaker Services Program for eligible Broomfield residents age 60 and older. The program provides limited in-home assistance with everyday tasks such as light housekeeping, laundry, meal preparation, grocery shopping, money management and telephone use. There are no income requirements to participate.

Learn more and apply at Broomfield.org/InHomeServices or call 303-464-5529.

Non-resident registration opens today, Aug. 20. Download the 2026 Fall Program Guide at Broomfield.org/ProgramGuide to view all upcoming city-wide classes, programs and events.

Resident registration opens tomorrow on B-REx.com! Library, Arts, History and CSU Extension registration is always open at Compass.broomfield.org. Download the 2026 Fall Program Guide at Broomfield.org/ProgramGuide.

The City and County of Broomfield is proud to help fund the Senior Sunshine Home Sharing Program. The program helps seniors rent out rooms in their homes to individuals seeking affordable housing, creating lasting connections. Learn more at Broomfield.org/HousingPrograms.

Meet a Match!

Jenlyn (80) and Larry (70) have been living in their home in Broomfield for 30+ years. Meeting in a local therapy pool, they later moved to Broomfield for the affordability. They were successfully aging in their home with the support of quality city/county programs, but they still faced challenges. Larry, mainly wheelchair bound, found difficulty helping with the dishes, Jenlyn, found leaning at the sink and twisting, reaching up and down to the dishwasher aggravated her back. They found their dishes were piling up and small tasks, like carrying a 25 lb box of cat litter to the basement, were a strain. They were referred to Sunshine Home Share Colorado from a Broomfield City and County care manager, hoping to connect them with a resource to support them age in place.

Laura’s (40) previous job in property management provided housing. When that company decided to sell the property she needed to find housing quickly. She heard about home sharing through local resources and felt like it could be a great fit for her. Laura previously home shared with a friend's aging parents and had positive experiences living with people older than herself and supporting them in the home. Laura was also in a career transition, leaving property management and pursuing her Master of Social Work. She needed an affordable place to live and was hopeful when she heard of home sharing.

Jenlyn, Larry, and Laura were connected through a Sunshine social worker, first meeting in mid-November 2025. They immediately hit it off, Jenlyn and Larry inviting Laura over for Thanksgiving to share the holiday with them as they continued to get to know each other. In mid-December they started a 1 week Trial Match (where Laura moved in temporarily, at no charge, to try it out), the Trial Match confirmed it really was a great home share fit for everyone. Laura officially moved-in in early January 2026. Sunshine’s social worker supported them to complete a Home Share Agreement, outlining all the expectations for their home share, including Laura’s reduced rent in exchange for doing the dishes.

Now living together for almost 2 months, they’ve found a rhythm. Jenlyn told Sunshine “I think it’s going exceptionally well” noting that “it just keeps getting to be that we know each other more and more, we’ve got good things to talk and laugh about and our personalities and values are well meshed”. Larry has noted that the service exchange support that Laura was completing was immensely helpful, telling Sunshine "it's so much nicer to have the dishes not piling up and up". Larry discussed how new he was to having a roommate, “I’m 70 years old and this if the first real roommate I’ve ever had. It’s been a real positive for me. We have our own lives, but pretty much every day we see each other- but I don’t feel like I have to give up my life to have a roommate”.

Since moving in with Jenlyn and Larry, Laura now has started her career transition, working as a caregiver for a local caregiving agency and pursuing her Master of Social Work. Living with Jenlyn and Larry has given her reduced housing expenses and more flexibility in her budget. She said of Jenlyn and Larry “They are fabulous, nice, and kind people; I'm so grateful this has worked out the way it has".

Sunshine is excited to continue to support Jenlyn, Larry, and Laura home share together well. They will be assigned a volunteer to check in quarterly for the first year and are only a phone call away to help support the challenges or joys that come along their home share journey.

Happy Home Sharing, Jenlyn, Larry, and Laura! 🏡🥰☀❤

Fall Program Guides are in! Pick up your copy at the Paul Derda Recreation Center, Broomfield Community Center, Broomfield Library, Health and Human Services or the City and County Building. View it online and sign up to receive it digitally at Broomfield.org/ProgramGuide.

The Senior Sunshine Home Sharing Program offers a unique opportunity for Broomfield residents by addressing both affordable housing needs and senior companionship. The program connects seniors who would like to generate income and receive in-home assistance by renting a room at an affordable rate with renters who offer companionship and household support.
Learn how to qualify at Broomfield.org/HousingPrograms.