Senior Matters

On this month's episode of Senior Matters, Cody Lee interviews long-time host, Diane Johnson about the next chapter of her life and the legacy of Senior Matters.

On this month's episode of Senior Matters, host Diane Johnson interviews Mary Kenyon, founder and director of Meals and More based in Glenwood Springs.

On this months episode of Senior Matters, host Diane Johnson speaks with Jennifer Johnston, director and producer of Honkey Tonk Vaudeville opening on January 18th at the Glenwood Vaudeville Review.

On this month's edition of Senior Matters, host Diane Johnson speaks with Ron Kokish about Hanukkah and Jewish history.

On this episode of Senior Matters, host Diane Johnson speaks about 2024 Medicare & You.

In this episode of Senior Matters from our archives, KDNK's former Development Director Erin Galbreath returns to the studios wearing her animal lover's hat. She was Event and Development Director at Colorado Animal Rescue for nearly three years (2020-2022) before becoming human resources director at Ascendigo. Erin and Diane talk about pet adoption, how CARE operates, and how pets can help fill human life.

Buckle up, because this month's episode of Senior Matters gets ROWDY. Local a cappella group Kindred Spirits performs live in the KDNK Studio, Diane makes some NSFW comments about some very inappropriate activities on Flag Day back when she was in elementary school, and can you say "Chihua-WOW"?

Host Diane Johnson discusses the process of dying with End-of-Life Doula Akaljeet Khalsa.

On this episode of Senior Matters, host Diane Johnson speaks with Stephanie Riverman about Carbondale's community gardens.

On this month's episode of Senior Matters, host Diane Johnson interviews Mark Burrows of Pollinator Chocolates. They discuss all things Spring, flowers, bee and, of course, chocolate.

On this episode of Senior Matters, host Diane Johnson welcomes Judy Martin, senior programs manager of Garfield County Department of Human Services. They discuss the SNAPS program, death and dying, and aging.

On this episode of Senior Matters, host Diane Johnson welcomes pastor of the Crystal River Baptist Church, Darrel Reaves.

On this episode of Senior Matters, host Diane Johnson welcomes a member of Western Slope Homecare, Sasha, and a former KDNK Executive Director, Steve Skinner.

On this episode of Senior Matters, host Diane Johnson welcomes Director of Senior Programs in Garfield County Judy Martin. They have a lively discussion about senior programs, events, meals and services.

On this episode of Senior Matters, host Diane Johnson gives a personal update then discusses hydration and breathing exercises with healing professional John Norton.

Host Diane Johnson and guest Tai Chi, Reiki, and Shiatsu Master Lyn Byars discuss personal wellness practices.

Senior Matters host Diane Johnson speaks with Sopris Lodge Executive Director Mike Luciano and Community Relations Manager Molly DeMarr.

Host Diane Johnson interviews Scott Shirley, Program Director at Lift Up, about F arm to Food Pantry, a food distribution program serving residents of the Roaring Fork Valley community.

Diane has a conversation with Mary Kenyan from Valley Meals and More plus volunteers Alice and Steve from LIFT-UP about what these organizations are doing for our senior community.

Diane Johnson interviews Executive Director of the Third Street Center, Colin Laird.

It's Ted Zislis! And he joins Diane on Senior Matters to talk about the crew at the Senior Matters Sno-Cone Stand at the Carbondale Wild West Rodeo. They also talk about sneaker recycling and other local happenings.

Erin Galbreath returns to the KDNK studio, wearing her animal lover's hat. She is the Event and Development Director at Colorado Animal Rescue.

Judd Haims is the Director of Visiting Angels Living Assistance Services , based in Eagle. He speaks with host Diane Johnson about how he was moved to become a caregiver and how to get seniors reconnected to old hobbies, like fly fishing!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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.

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."

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

The 2019 flu season is upon us. Jenica Vander Mark, Staff Development Coordinator at Heritage Park Care Center, joins Diane Johnson to talk about staying healthy and receiving support.

L isa Paige, E xecutive Director of My Community Health Foundation , shares details about Roaring Fork Enrichment , a program providing respite time for caregivers and a safe environment for people with early memory loss. Roaring Fork Enrichment has an open house on Wednesday, September 25 at the El Jebel Community Center from 1 to 4.

A Little Help Roaring Fork Valley works towards connecting neighbors, organizations and services for seniors. Diane Johnson interviews director Mary Kenyon.

The Carbondale Age-Friendly Community Initiative (CAFCI) seeks to raise seniors' voices through an ad hoc caucus of Carbondale citizens. Founding members Nicolette Toussaint and Ron Kokish joined Diane Johnson on Senior Matters to talk about this initiative.

Ted and Sue Zislis are retired and living the good life volunteering. Diane Johnson with Senior Matters invites them to share their story of arriving to Carbondale and finding involvement through volunteering.

This month's guest on Senior Matters is Brian Zaragoza, the new executive director at Heritage Park Care Center in Carbondale. Brian shares about how Heritage Park is empowering lives and restoring independence for our senior community.

Local author Linda Romero Criswell talks about her new book Watermelon Snow , inspired largely by Carbondale, with host Diane Johnson.

On this month's episode of Senior Matters , host Diane Johnson talks about neuroplasticity, also known as brain plasticity. It's the ability of the brain to change throughout an individual's life. Johnson is joined by representatives from NFI, or the Neuroplastic Functional Institute. Senior Matters is heard once a month of KDNK and is hosted by Diane Johnson. The program spotlights seniors in the community, representatives of senior services and programs and activities of interest to seniors. Hear past episodes here .

On today's Senior Matters, Marti Barbour and Dia Lynn of Boost your Brain Power share about brain health and ways to preserve cognitive function.

This month's topic on Senior Matters is CBDs with special guest John Lee of Providence Apothecary in Glenwood Springs.

Host Diane Johnson interviews Mike Nemeth, author of The Undiscovered Country , about the complexities of family and the indignity of again and dying in present day America.

Host Diane Johnson receives her first ever ukulele lesson with Stephani Askew, artist, educator, muscian, creative director of the Redstone Art Center and leader of the Redstone Ukeladies.