Senior Services, under the Department of Human Services, is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for older adults by providing County-wide leadership, direct services as needed, information and referral, networking, advocacy and collaboration for adult protection.

The department serves as a focal point where older adults receive valuable services and participate in activities which enhance dignity, support independence and self-sufficiency, and encourage involvement in the community keeping the quality of life at optimum levels and avoiding premature institutionalization.  Fountain Valley Senior Center Video

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Service Area

In Southern El Paso County, transportation assistance is available to eligible individuals living in Fountain, Widefield, Security, Stratmoor Valley, Stratmoor Hills, Fort Carson and south of Drennan Road. In Eastern El Paso County transportation is available for those residing in Falcon, Ellicott, Rush, Yoder, Peyton and Calhan. For more information please call 719-520-6470.

Who is Eligible for Transportation

Any person age 60 and over or those who are non-elderly disabled (confined to a wheelchair) who live in Southern and Eastern El Paso County. General public passengers under sixty are allowed to ride our vehicles as caregivers or escorts of the eligible population that we serve. Some services eligible for those aged 55 and over, please contact Fountain Valley Senior Services for more information 719-520-6472.

Services provided include:

• Transportation program
  
  Provides demand responsive, door-to-door and door-through-door, wheelchair accessible transportation service that helps facilitate independence and reduce isolation. Transportation is provided for medical/dental appointments, grocery shopping, nutrition site, employment/education, recreation and socialization. This service is available to those 60 and over (applies to transportation services only) who reside in Widefield, Security, Stratmoor Valley, Fort Carson, Ellicott, Rush, Yoder, Peyton and Calhan regardless of ability to make a donation. General public passengers under sixty are allowed to ride our vehicles as caregivers or escorts of the eligible population that we serve. Ridership fee is based on suggested donation. Donation suggestions may be obtained through the Fountain Valley Senior Center Monthly Newsletter and the Transportation Office at 719-520-6472. Service destinations include the areas of Fountain Valley, Eastern El Paso County, Colorado Springs and Air Force Academy. Special outings include Calhan, Denver, Pueblo and other areas within the State of Colorado. Suggested donations vary according to the destination circumference.
   
• Nutrition Program (Rural Area Meal Program (R.A.M.P))
  
  Serves as a meal site for the Golden Circle Nutrition Program. A hot nutritious meal is served daily. Cost for the meal is based on a suggested donation feel schedule
• Fitness & Wellness Programs
  
  These include exercise classes (Forever Fit and Healthy Bones) Tai Chi, Chi Kung, Modern Interpretive Dance, Line Dancing classes and a variety of health screening services including Blood Pressure Checks, Foot Clinic, Hearing Aid Checks and Vision Screening, Diabetic Support Group and Flu Shots.
• Community Volunteer Participation
  
  Provides an opportunity for seniors to volunteer in a variety of areas at the Center. The Center continues to rely on its consumers to help carry out its day-to-day operations. Older adults also have an opportunity to be a part of a self-managed, senior volunteer team to address community needs by participating in the Seniors in Service program, a collaborative project with El Pomar Foundation.
• Indoor Recreation & Socialization
  
  Indoor recreation helps facilitate socialization and creates friendship for many seniors who do not have families and are often isolated. Indoor activities include Game Day, Billiards, Bowling, Ping Pong, Movie Day, Bingo and Harmonizers.
• Arts & Crafts
  
  These include Porcelain Doll Making, Wood Carving, Quilting, Knitting & Crocheting, Oil Painting, and Card Embossing classes are offered at the Center.
• Educational Opportunities
  
  These include Computer classes, Driver’s Safety classes, Nutrition classes, and health-related presentations.
• Community Partnerships
  
  Many organizations use the Center to hold special events or provide specific services. The Salvation Army holds its’ annual Community Holiday Dinners. It is also one of the voting poll sites for the County Clerk & Recorder during election, and serves as a venue where numerous community groups hold their meetings and other functions.
• Information and Referral
  
  The Fountain Valley Senior Center serves as a point of contact for other essential services in the community. Inquires can be made by contacting 719-520-6470.
• Benefits Checkup
  
  Assistance is available in accessing government benefits information through the Internet that older adults might be entitled to.
• Widowed Friends and Military Widows
  
  Support groups for widows and widowers that meet one Saturday of the month.
• Trips and Outings
  
  This includes planned trips to dinner theatres, local attractions, and places of interest within Colorado. Plans for senior center group travel out of Colorado also are ongoing. All details are listed in the monthly newsletters.
• Thrift Shop
  
  The “Has Bin” thrift shop sells a variety of donated items. It is open on Monday through Friday, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
• Breakfast Corner
  
  Nutritious breakfast is available to help jumpstart your day. The Breakfast Corner is open Monday through Friday, from 8:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. 

Calhan Senior Services operates every other Wednesday with a hot meal program served at noon at the 'Swink Hall' located on the County Fairgrounds in Calhan.  Cost of the meal is $2.25 and is available to anyone age 55 and over.  Meals are cooked on site, are homemade, and are delicious!

Transportation for those living in Eastern El Paso County is available Tuesday, Thursday, and every other Monday. Reservations are needed for transportation and can be made by calling Jean Gaddy at 347-2221. (Age 60 and older criteria applies to transportation only in Calhan.)

Hours and Days of Operation Southern El Paso County (Fountain Valley) 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday Eastern El Paso County (Calhan) 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday, Tuesday and Thursday

Fountain Valley Senior Services 5745 Southmoor Drive, Fountain, Colorado 80817 Phone: 719-520-6472 Fax: 719-392-2994

Calhan Senior Services East 366 10th Street, Calhan, Colorado 80808 Phone: 719-347-2221

Send any concerns or comments to: DennisCrosser@elpasoco.com