UCCS Aging Center

10/22/2026

Greta, Danielle, Annalee, and Caleb recently joined the Senior Lifestyle Expo, where they connected with community members and shared information about the services and resources available through the Aging Center.

We love seeing our students learning, serving, and connecting in our community. 💙

Thank you, Greta, Danielle, Annalee, and Caleb, for helping spread the word about the Aging Center and the support we provide to older adults, caregivers, and families!

10/15/2026

It's never too late to create awareness around mental health. Looking forward to joining with National Alliance on Mental Illness - Colorado Springs (NAMI - CS) at their upcoming Community Breakfast, Oct 22nd.

What we know about mental health continues to grow — and every new discovery can help us better understand how to support people living with mental illness. 🔬

Research can deepen our understanding of mental health conditions, inform new approaches to treatment and support, and help us ask better questions about what people and communities need.

But discovery doesn’t happen in isolation. When scientific research is informed by lived experience, we can work toward care that better reflects the people it is meant to serve.

This , we’re exploring how continued learning can help turn science into hope.

Visit NAMI.org/miaw to learn more.

10/08/2026

October 9 is Ageism Awareness Day.

Ageism affects how society views, talks about, and supports older adults. Challenging age-related stereotypes helps create stronger, more inclusive communities where people of all ages are valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.

At the UCCS Aging Center, we are committed to promoting healthy aging through specialized mental health services, cognitive assessments, caregiver support, memory care programs, and education for older adults and their families.
Today, we encourage everyone to reflect on the ways we can challenge ageism and celebrate the contributions, wisdom, and experiences of older adults in our community.

To learn more about the services and support available through the UCCS Aging Center, call 719-255-8002.

10/01/2026

Caregiving can be rewarding, but it can also be overwhelming. You don't have to do it alone.

The UCCS Aging Center is now forming Caregiver Support Groups for 2027, providing a welcoming space for family caregivers to connect, share experiences, learn practical strategies, and receive support from others who understand the caregiving journey.

What makes our approach unique is the Aging Center's Caregiver Family Therapy model, a specialized service designed specifically for caregiving families. This innovative approach helps families improve communication, navigate changing roles, address stress and conflict, and strengthen relationships while caring for an aging loved one.

Whether you're caring for a spouse, parent, partner, friend, or other family member, support is available.

📞 Contact the UCCS Aging Center today to learn more about upcoming groups and how Caregiver Family Therapy can help your family thrive.

09/24/2026

Did you know the UCCS Aging Center is on LinkedIn?

Follow us there for professional updates, aging research, student training highlights, community partnerships, and industry news. While our page focuses on programs, events, and resources for older adults and caregivers, our LinkedIn page offers content designed for professionals, students, community partners, and supporters interested in the future of aging services.

🔗 Follow us on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/uccs-agingcenter

09/17/2026

Are you a former or current UCCS Aging Center client, caregiver, or family member? We want to hear from you!

Over the years, hundreds of individuals and families have turned to the UCCS Aging Center for support, guidance, education, assessment, counseling, and care. Every journey is unique, and every story matters.

Has the Aging Center made a difference in your life or the life of someone you love? Did a program, service, clinician, student, or staff member help you navigate a challenge, find answers, or feel supported?

We would be honored to hear your story.

Please share your experience with us by emailing [email protected]. Your story may help us raise awareness about the needs of older adults and caregivers in our community, celebrate the impact of our services, and inspire others to seek support when they need it.

Thank you for being part of the Aging Center family. 💙

📧 Email your story to: [email protected]

09/10/2026

🍂 Fall Groups Are Forming Now at the UCCS Aging Center! 🍂

Whether you're caring for a loved one or looking for practical strategies to support cognitive health, the UCCS Aging Center is now forming Caregiver Support Groups and Cognitive Skills Training Groups for fall participation.

✅ Connect with others who understand the caregiving journey
✅ Learn strategies to support everyday cognitive functioning
✅ Gain education, resources, and support in a welcoming environment
✅ Improve confidence, independence, and quality of life

Space may be limited, so contact us today to learn more about upcoming group opportunities.

📞 Call 719-255-8002 for information and registration details.

09/03/2026

🍂 Healthy Aging Month 2026 🍂
This year's theme, "Curiosity Has No Age Limit," reminds us that growth, learning, and connection can continue throughout our lives.
At the UCCS Aging Center, we're proud to support healthy aging through:
🧠 Memory Clinic (currently accepting new clients)
💙 Counseling Services
👥 Caregiver Support Groups
Whether you're seeking support for yourself or a loved one, we're here to help.
📞 Call 719-255-8002 to learn more.

08/27/2026

Please join us in welcoming Dr. Ashley Hahn as the new Director of the UCCS Aging Center and Assistant Professor of Psychology at UCCS! 🎉

Dr. Hahn brings extensive experience in clinical leadership, behavioral health, program development, workforce training, and community partnerships. She is passionate about building innovative programs, strengthening community connections, and improving quality of life for older adults and their families.

As Dr. Hahn shared, she was drawn to the Aging Center's unique ability to connect clinical services, student training, research, and community engagement in one place. She is excited to continue growing the Aging Center as a hub for healthy aging while expanding opportunities for students, caregivers, and older adults throughout our community.

The UCCS Aging Center is dedicated to improving the health, well-being, and quality of life of older adults through clinical services, education, research, and community collaboration.

We are thrilled to have Dr. Hahn join our team and look forward to the leadership, vision, and community impact she will bring.

Read more about Dr. Hahn's appointment in UCCS News:
https://news.uccs.edu/2026/06/23/ashley-hahn-appointed-as-aging-center-director/

08/20/2026

Please join us in welcoming Hope to the UCCS Aging Center! 🌟

Hope is passionate about resilience, lifespan development, grief, mental health, and ecopsychology. Her interest in psychology grew from personal experiences, a natural curiosity about the human experience, and a desire to support the well-being of others.

Outside of the Aging Center, Hope enjoys hiking, yoga, vegetarian cooking, art making, biking, and journaling. She also loves spending time with her cats, Tofu and Kimchi, enjoying a good book, and exploring the outdoors.

We are excited to have Hope join our team and look forward to the compassion, curiosity, and enthusiasm she will bring to our Aging Center community. Welcome, Hope! 💙🎉