Senior centers provide countless hours of fun, support and encouragement to older adults.

• Senior centers are local, trusted places in the community that connect people to the programs, services and opportunities they need to age well.
• Senior centers also address an issue that was important even before the pandemic: social isolation. 

We invite you join us for all the great programs and events that are scheduled. Upcoming activities are highlighted below in this eNewsletter. For more information, and to register, visit highlandsranch.org/signmeup.

For information about the future Highlands Ranch Senior Center, currently under construction, visit highlandsranch.org/seniorcenter.

Be sure to stop by the Metro District Service Center to purchase your inaugural membership, entitling you to reduced program fees, a $10 discount on the 2024 annual membership, an inaugural pin and more. Inaugural memberships are $20 for Highlands Ranch residents and $25 for non-residents.

The Highlands Ranch Senior Center is growing vertically. Most of the vertical structural steel has been placed. Half of the floor has been poured with the remainder being poured this week. Roof trusses are scheduled to be set late in October.

Site work continues with final connections of the storm sewer system and grading of the storm water quality pond. Retaining walls are being finished as well. The west access to the site is under construction and should be completed in early October.

Staff continues to meet weekly to review progress and project submittals, to evaluate opportunities for value engineering, and to address issues that arise.

For information about the future Highlands Ranch Senior Center, currently under construction, please visit highlandsranch.org/seniorcenter or click the link below.

For all senior programs, register at http://highlandsranch.org/signmeup and click on the Senior Center box.

Maintaining Flexibility & Strength As We Age

Join us as local professionals from Thrive! Therapy, present strategies for staying strong and maintaining flexibility as we age, helping to reduce risk of falls and helping us to remain active, independent and enjoying life. October 23, 10 to 11 a.m. at Douglas County Libraries at Highlands Ranch. Free.

Seated Yoga

In this seated yoga class, participants sit in a chair, focusing on relaxation, flexibility, and mindfulness through gentle poses, stretches and breathing exercises. This class is suitable for all levels and is ideal for those with mobility challenges, promoting well-being and relaxation while seated. Renew Active members are eligible for an $18 discount. Class is located at Mountainview Community Church and runs from October 25 to December 6 from 8:45 to 9:45 a.m. Member: $34, Nonmember: $39

Strength and Balance- Beginner

This class is for those who are new to exercising or only exercise occasionally. Benefits include improving heart health, muscle strength and endurance, and balance and flexibility. Class is located at Mountainview Community Church on Wednesdays and Fridays October 25 through December 8 from 11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Free for Silver Sneakers and Renew Active Members. Member: $27, Nonmember: $31

Strength and Balance - Intermediate - Advanced

If you have already taken the beginner Strength and Balance class, or are a regular exerciser, this intermediate – advanced class is perfect for you. Move at a quicker pace to improve your heart health, muscle strength, balance and flexibility. Class is located at Mountainview Community Church on Wednesdays and Fridays October 25 through December 8 from 10 to 11 a.m. Silver Sneakers and Renew Active members are eligible for a $36 discount. Member: $4, Nonmember: $47

Rhythm and Moves

Do you enjoy country or urban line dancing, salsa, or swing? If yes, join this fun dancing class that has you forgetting you're exercising. Classes have easy-to-follow choreography set to music from the 50s, 60s and 70s. Class is located at Mountainview Community Church and runs from October 31 to December 5 from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Renew Active members are eligible for an $18 discount. Member: $36 Nonmember: $41

Twelfth Annual Older Adult Health & Resource Fair

Highlands Ranch Senior Services and the Highlands Ranch Community Association are co-hosting the twelfth annual Older Adult Health & Resource Fair, Saturday, Nov.4 from 9 a.m. to noon at the Recreation Center at Eastridge.

·      This popular community event is free and no registration is required.

·      Come by to chat with more than 60 service providers, have your blood pressure checked, medications reviewed and much more.

·      A vaccination clinic will also be offered.

Learn more about the fair here.

Balance: What is it and Where Does it Come From?

Join Cate Reade, NS, RD, CES, as she takes a deep dive into the fascinating world of balance and its significant influence on the quality of your daily experiences. December 4 from 10 to 11 a.m. at Douglas County Libraries at Highlands Ranch. Member: $2, Nonmember: $3

Not able to attend a class? Please let us know so we can have someone else take your place. Many of our classes have waitlists, and no-shows are depriving others of the chance to participate.  

CodeRED, sponsored by the Douglas County Sheriff's Office, will alert you by phone, email and text about emergencies in your area. It will also provide instructions on what to do to protect life and property.

The high-speed system works by sending pre-recorded voicemails to your phone and email. The system will notify you about police activity, lost children, wildfires, and other emergencies nearby. Please encourage friends, family members, neighbors and co-workers to register. Businesses should also sign up. All information that is provided will be kept confidential.

Sign up today at https://dcsheriff.net/codered/

Free at-home COVID test kits are now available. Order your four free at-home COVID test kits at https://www.covid.gov/tests or call 1-800-232-0233.

Remember – if you are feeling under the weather, please stay home and take care of your symptoms. You don’t want to pass along any germs to fellow class participants. 

Other Fun Fall Activities



Afternoon Board Games – Oct. 16 and 30, 1:30 to 3 p.m.

Morning Coffee Chat – Oct. 17, 24, 31 and Nov. 7, 14

Fall Succulent Arrangement – Oct. 20, 1:30 to 3 p.m.

Lunch Bunch – Oct. 25, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Nymbl Balance Training – Nov. 1, 9:30 to 11 a.m.

Living with Chronic Illness: What You Need to Know – Nov. 8, 9:30 to 11 a.m.

Social Hour/Dinner – Nov. 9, 4 to 6 p.m.

Holiday Wreath Making – Dec. 4, 1:30 to 3 p.m.

Visit www.highlandsranch.org/signmeup for more information. If the activity is full, waitlisting is encouraged.