Two long-time KDNK voices get together in-studio to celebrate International Women's Day. Diane Johnson and Amy Kimberly talk about living in Carbondale, upcoming town events, and they welcome spring's feathered friends.

Senior Matters

Senior Matters Celebrates International Women's Day

This time on Senior Matters , Diane Johnson speaks with Jorie DeVilbliss, who's been providing support and sometimes overlooked services for seniors through "Git'er Done Girls" and "Hometown Tech." Diane has recently downsized and moved to Crystal Meadows. Jorie talks about how she helps facilitate similar moves for her clients.

Senior Matters Praises "Git'er Done, Girls"

Host Diane Johnson encourages seniors to break out their spikes and get their winter walks in safely! Mary Kenyon of Valley Meals and More calls in from her own evening walk to talk about her work in the senior community, the importance of volunteers, and more.

Mary Kenyon Returns to Senior Matters

This episode of Senior Matters first aired in November, 2019, when host Diane Johnson spoke to Lift-Up Executive Director Angela Mills. Lift-Up is a local nonprofit creating a bridge to empowerment and self reliance.

From the Archives: Lift-Up Director Angela Mills on Senior Matters

This month, Senior Matters falls on Veterans Day! Diane calls up retired U.S. Airforce Colonel Gregory J. Rosenmerkel to talk about service and the evolution of the Department of Veterans Affairs.

Senior Matters Honors Veterans Day

Nutritionist Marcey Robinson calls in from a hair appointment to chat diabetes management with Diane Johnson.

The Highs and Lows of Diabetes Management on Senior Matters

Today on Senior Matters, DeDe Osborn joins Diane Johnson to talk about CBD for seniors.

The ABCs of CBDs with Senior Matters

Local musician Ellen Stapenhorst has been entertaining audiences for decades. This year, she had the unique challenge of crafting a song encouraging folks to complete their census forms. Also joining Diane Johnson on this musical edition of Senior Matters, Rachel Brenneman with the Aspen to Parachute Complete Count Committee gives an update about this year's deadline. You can complete the census online or by calling 844-330-2020.

Artist Ellen Stapenhorst Sings About the Census

Senior Matters returns for a live episode from the KDNK studio! This month host Diane Johnson discusses senior meal delivery with Mary Kenyon, director of Impact Marketing and founder of "Valley Meals and More."

Valley Meals and More Expanding to Meet Seniors' Needs During COVID-19 Crisis

Diane Johnson hosts Senior Matters remotely this month and chats with Brian Zaragoza, Executive Director for Heritage Park Care Center, about what they're doing to limit risks to residents and their families and friends.

Heritage Park Executive Director Provides Coronavirus Update

Garfield County Senior Programs manager Judy Martin joins Diane Johnson on Senior Matters to discuss the census, coronavirus, and upcoming programs and services to promote the well-being, health and independence of our senior community.

Garfield County Senior Programs Discusses Services, Coronavirus, and Upcoming Events

This month on Senior Matters, Diane Johnson speaks with Niki Delson of the Carbondale Age-Friendly Community Initiative and Mary Kenyon with Impact Marketing.

Senior Matters Highlights Age-Friendly Initiative

This month on Senior Matters, host Diane Johnson is joined by Carbondale Police Lieutenant Christopher Wurtsmith to provide advice on identifying and avoiding phone scams.

Outsmarting Scammers with Senior Matters

Renew Roaring Fork is a new senior community in Glenwood Springs designed to cater to the unique needs of its residents with assisted living and memory care. Director of Marketing Mike Hoffman and Activities Director Jenetta Howell join Diane Johnson on Express Yourself to share details.

Senior Matters Introduces Renew Roaring Fork

Today's guest on Senior Matter is Lift-Up Executive Director Angela Mills. Lift-Up is a local nonprofit creating a bridge to empowerment and self reliance.

Lift-Up Director Angela Mills Addresses Food Insecurity on Senior Matters

Senior Matters is hosted by Diane Johnson and airs on KDNK Community Access Radio in Carbondale Colorado. It spotlights seniors in the community, representatives of senior services and programs and activities of interest to seniors. The Carbondale community recognizes seniors as a valuable asset and provides the opportunity to contribute and expand their talents and knowledge.

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