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“We had just started and all of these hospitalizations happened. It would have had a really nice impact we just weren't able to use it for very long. They were great. Their service was wonderful and the communication was great. I was very happy with the kindness and care.”

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“They do a lot of the things we cannot do ourselves. Everyone we have had has been exceedingly pleasant and easy to get along with.”

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“I never had a problem with Always Best Care. My experience was positive because they were attuned to the time with everything I needed to do. If there was a paper I needed to be signed, they were helpful. I don't have any memory problems, but they were very friendly. We laughed and talked. They were just like a best friend who took me where I needed to go. I have always told people about Always Best Care and the people working there. I have referred people. Always Best Care is the best. I like how they were attentive when I called. Laura, she knew exactly what I needed. And the timing, they were perfect about the timing. Always Best Care was attuned to what I needed.”

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“They are really good with the clients. They are prompt and always on time. They are always on top of everything when we call.”

Mary S.
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“They help me to take a day off. They seem to be very caring.”

John C.
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“It was essential for her recovery. They're very responsive and work to make sure they have someone here.”

Marilyn W.
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“My caregiver helps me with numerous things, like helping me get out of my chair, and driving me places. Everybody is very kind, efficient, and thorough.”

Bruce B.
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“They helped in the way they interacted with her. The caregivers were all very friendly and caring.”

Darlene S.
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“They are reliable and I can count on them and she is getting excellent care. They have great caregivers and they are matched very well.”

Beverly D.
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“The caregivers are friendly and they help around the house. They do our laundry. They do not always tell us which caregivers are coming.”

Debbie R.
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“It's helped me get through a lot of difficult periods. I like the quality of the people they send out.”

Patrick T.
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“They are helpful for me. Especially the younger girls are so helpful, they volunteer to do things. They're helpful and reliable.”

Kathryn V.
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“I've been here going on three years their so flexible I really enjoy working here”

Michelle T.
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“They were here for a few hours and always came. Everything was just fine. It was just pricey.”

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“When I first came here 10 months ago, Rich couldn't walk. I've never seen a client succeed this far for his age. They are so professional. I would not work with any other company besides ABC.”

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“The best employer I have ever worked for. Everyone from the management team and other caregivers are some of the nicest and compassionate people I have ever encountered. They always listen and take care of questions or concerns I may have.”

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“They have been outstanding. It has not been easy for me since me and my husband have a lot of medical appointments. When we are not able to get a car, they are willing to take us in their car, pick up prescriptions, and pick up groceries for us. They are very professional and look and see what needs to be done. They are very flexible and help wherever they can. They help us when the time is good for us.”

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“I’m giving ABC a 5/5 star review because I have been a caregiver with them for 5 months and I absolutely love my job. I enjoy caring for other people and helping those who are in need. Besides work, every time I go into the office to pick up my checks I always feel so welcomed by the staff. They even let me bring my mini aussiedoodle there too! If you’re looking for a job that has a friendly staff, flexible schedule, and rewarding, apply TODAY to Always Best Care Senior Services.”

Madeleine W.
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“I’m giving ABC a 5/5 star review because I have been a caregiver with them for 5 months and I absolutely love my job. I enjoy caring for other people and helping those who are in need. Besides work, every time I go into the office to pick up my checks I always feel so welcomed by the staff. They even let me bring my mini aussiedoodle there too! If you’re looking for a job that has a friendly staff, flexible schedule, and rewarding, apply TODAY to Always Best Care Senior Services.”

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“It leaves me able to get more help as the pandemic calms down. I can get errands done. I like that the caregivers have been with us through the pandemic and they have been stellar. They are very helpful and I feel safe leaving my husband with the caregivers.”

Karen B.
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“They were only there for a short time. They made a big difference. They took care of the basic daily needs. They were very good at being responsive to our questions and they provided generally good caregivers.”

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“This is a great home care company to work for! They are very sweet and do a lot for their clients and care givers! Nothing but good things to say about them! I saw the reviews and decided to go with them over other companies and it was definitely a great choice!”

Nicole M.
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“They sent the caregiver that we wanted them to send. I like the caregivers. They were responsible.”

Kendall M.
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“There is not much they can do. They cannot do more than what they are doing now. She never stops serving us. I am very pleased. I like the attitude, they always want to work with you. The person that is here is outstanding.”

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“Great place to work! I've never been happier with a job. The staff is always helpful and compassionate. They are always willing to work with my hectic schedule and do their best to give me the hours I want. Very organized and professional.”

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“They help to exercise him and they help with giving him medicines. They provide us some very good care, and good caregivers.”

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“I've been a care giver for 10 years. And just started a month ago with Abc in longmont. I enjoy working for this company. They are so nice and Alway one step ahead of you. If you are looking for work I recommend ABC..”

Michelle W.
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“A wonderful group of caregivers managed by an amazing team of supervisors who really care! A perfect choice for your loved ones caregivers who really care about their passions their feelings and their happiness!”

Sunshine S.
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“They have helped us the most by providing good services to my mother. I like that they are very responsive.”

Diane K.
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“Absolutely love this company! Very good management and communication! ???? would choose this company for my family!”

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“Always best care is wonderful! They take care of there clients with immense amount of love and compassion. I’ve worked here for quite some time. I always feel like I can come to them with any discord’s, as they with take care of it diligently. I love the people I work with and I know they care for the clients just as much as I do.”

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“Working for always best care as a caregiver has open my eyes to how important caregiving really is me as well as all my coworkers always go to work we a positive attitude and I can tell everyone enjoys there job by far best working team I been with and there staff are amazing! :)”

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“Working for Always Best Care has been a joy. As a caregiver I have found fulfillment in what I do. Inga, our owner, and all the amazing staff in the office are truly delightful. We have a great scheduler and amazing care managers to pair the right caregiver with the right client. Always Best Care is a family of phenomenal professionals who care about the emotional and physical welfare of their clients. Communication makes this agency tick. I love it.”

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“I almost slipped off my shower chair and if Tony was not there I would have been on the floor. They are a reliable company.”

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“I’m an elder care provider and have worked for several agencies. ABC is the best. They have a professional orientation and one of their staff always accompanies you to your first visit to introduce you to the client and go over the care plan. Natalie, the lady who does the hiring, is professional and friendly. She makes sure those she hires are qualified. All care givers are occasionally shown educational videos and given periodic quizzes.”

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“I have never worked for a company who not only cares about their clients but also care about their employees! Always best care definitely cares for their people ❤️”

Candi F.
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“Very professional and caring, with both client's and employees.”

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“Always Best Care is the best! I loved working here. Everyone cares about you and they are very compassionate. As a student, they were able to work with my schedule from part time to full time. They are reliable and great listeners. Natalie was the best! Anyone looking for a job as a caregiver I would highly recommend it here :)”

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“I have worked as a caregiver for over 3 years now, this being the third agency I have worked for. This is by far the best agency I’ve worked for or been around, I would highly recommend them to anyone. As a caregiver, I feel completely supported by all of the office staff and case managers. Communication is a key when it comes to home care, and this office makes that one of their priorities. I’ve never had any issues working for this company. I would recommend them for your family members, or as a caregiver looking for a new job. As a college student they are very flexible with time and accepting of what my needs are.”

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“Always Best Care was there with caring, knowledgeable staff, ready to meet me and discuss all of the care options available, including in-home care, local facilities, etc. They know their stuff and are kind and patient with great follow-through!”

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How does In-home Senior Care in Denver, CO work?

Home is where the heart is. While that saying can sound a tad cliche, it's especially true for many seniors living in America. When given a choice, older adults most often prefer to grow older at home. An AARP study found that three out of four adults over the age of 50 want to stay in their homes and communities as they age. When you begin to think about why, it makes sense. Home offers a sense of security, comfort, and familiarity.

The truth is, as we age, we begin to rely on others for help. When a family is too busy or lives too far away to fulfill this role, in-home senior care is often the best solution. Home care services allow seniors to enjoy personal independence while also receiving trustworthy assistance from a trained caregiver.

At Always Best Care, we offer a comprehensive range of home care services to help seniors stay healthy while they get the help they need to remain independent. As your senior loved one ages, giving them the gift of senior care is one of the best ways to show your love, even if you live far away.

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Aging in Place: The Preferred Choice for Most Seniors

While it's true that some seniors have complicated medical needs that prevent them from staying at home, aging in place is often the best arrangement for seniors and their families. With a trusted caregiver, seniors have the opportunity to live with a sense of dignity and do so as they see fit.

In-home care makes it possible for millions of seniors to age in place every year. Rather than moving to a unfamiliar assisted living community, seniors have the chance to stay at home where they feel the happiest and most comfortable.

Here are just a few of the reasons why older men and women prefer to age at home:

Comfort
Comfort

How much does a senior's home truly mean to them? A study published by the American Society on Aging found that more than half of seniors say their home's emotional value means more than how much their home is worth in monetary value. It stands to reason, that a senior's home is where they want to grow old. With the help of elderly care in Denver, CO, seniors don't have to age in a sterilized care facility. Instead, they can age gracefully in the place they want to be most: their home. In contrast, seniors who move to a long-term care facility must adapt to new environments, new people, and new systems that the facility implements. At this stage in life, this kind of drastic change can be more harmful than helpful.

Healthy Living
Healthy Living

Institutional care facilities like nursing homes often put large groups of people together to live in one location. On any given day, dozens of staff members and caregivers run in and out of these facilities. Being around so many new people in a relatively small living environment can be dangerous for a seniors' health and wellbeing. When you consider that thousands of seniors passed away in nursing homes during the COVID-19 pandemic, opting for in-home care is often a safer, healthier choice for seniors. Aging in place has been shown to improve seniors' quality of life, which helps boost physical health and also helps insulate them from viral and bacterial risks found in elderly living facilities.

Independence
Independence

For many seniors, the ability to live independently with assistance from a caregiver is a priceless option. With in-home care, seniors experience a higher level of independence and freedom - much more so than in other settings like an assisted living community. When a senior has the chance to age in place, they get to live life on their own terms, inside the house that they helped make into a home. More independence means more control over their personal lives, too, which leads to increased levels of fulfillment, happiness, and personal gratification. Over time, these positive feelings can manifest into a healthier, longer life.

Cost and Convenience
Cost and Convenience

More independence, a healthier life, and increased comfort are only a few benefits of aging in place. You have to take into consideration the role of cost and convenience. Simply put, it's usually easier to help seniors age in place than it is to move them into an institutional care facility. In-home care services from Always Best Care, for instance, can be less expensive than long-term solutions, which can cost upwards of six figures per year. To make matters worse, many residential care facilities are reluctant to accept long-term care insurance and other types of payment assistance.

With Always Best Care's home care services, seniors and their families have a greater level of control over their care plans. In-home care in Denver, CO gives seniors the chance to form a bond with a trusted caregiver and also receive unmatched care that is catered to their needs. In long-term care facilities, seniors and their loved ones have much less control over their care plan and have less of a say in who provides their care.

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Affordable Care Plans

In-home care is a valuable resource that empowers seniors to age in place on their own terms. However, a big concern for many families and their loved ones is how much in-home care costs. If you're worried that in-home care is too expensive, you may be pleasantly surprised to learn that it is one of the most affordable senior care arrangements available.

Typically, hiring an Always Best Care in-home caregiver for a few hours a week is more affordable than sending your loved one to a long-term care facility. This is true even for seniors with more complex care needs.

At Always Best Care, we will work closely with you and your family to develop a Care Plan that not only meets your care needs, but your budget requirements, too. Once we discover the level of care that you or your senior need, we develop an in-home care plan that you can afford.

In addition to our flexible care options, families should also consider the following resources to help offset potential home care costs:

Veteran's Benefits
Veteran's Benefits

Aid and Attendance benefits through military service can cover a portion of the costs associated with in-home care for veterans and their spouses.

Long-Term Care Insurance
Long-Term Care Insurance

Many senior care services like in-home care are included in long-term care insurance options. Research different long-term care solutions to find a plan that provides coverage for senior care.

Private Insurance
Private Insurance

Home care can be included as part of a senior's private insurance plan. Read over your loved one's insurance policy carefully or speak with their insurance provider to determine if in-home care is covered.

Life Insurance
Life Insurance

Depending on the life insurance plan, you may be able to apply your policy toward long-term care. You may be able to use long-term-care coverage to help pay for in-home elderly care.


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During your Care Plan consultation with Always Best Care, your Care Coordinator will speak with you about in-home care costs and what options there may be to help meet your budget needs.

Compassionate Care. Trusted Caregivers

When you or your senior loved one needs assistance managing daily tasks at home, finding a qualified caregiver can be challenging. It takes a special kind of person to provide reliable care for your senior loved one. However, a caregiver's role involves more than meal preparation and medication reminders. Many seniors rely on their caregivers for companionship, too.

Our companion care services give seniors the chance to socialize in a safe environment and engage in activities at home. These important efforts boost morale and provide much-needed relief from repetitive daily routines. A one-on-one, engaging conversation can sharpen seniors' minds and give them something in which to be excited.

At Always Best Care, we only hire care providers that we would trust to care for our own loved ones. Our senior caregivers in Denver,CO understand how important it is to listen and communicate with their seniors. A seemingly small interaction, like a short hug goodbye, can make a major difference in a senior's day. Instead of battling against feelings of isolation, seniors begin to look forward to seeing their caregiver each week.

Understanding the nuances of senior care is just one of the reasons why our care providers are so great at their job.

Unlike some senior care companies, our caregivers must undergo extensive training before they work for Always Best Care. In addition, our caregivers receive ongoing training throughout the year. This training ensures that their standard of care matches up to the high standards we've come to expect. During this training, they will brush up on their communication skills, safety awareness, and symptom spotting. That way, your loved one receives the highest level of non-medical home care from day one.

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Taking the First Step with Always Best Care

The first step in getting quality in-home care starts with a personal consultation with an experienced Care Coordinator. This initial consultation is crucial for our team to learn more about you or your elderly loved one to discover the level of care required. Topics of this consultation typically include:

An assessment of your senior loved one

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An in-depth discussion of the needs of your senior loved one to remain in their own home

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Reviewing a detailed Care Plan that will meet your senior loved one's needs

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Our caregivers are trained to spot changes that clients exhibit, like mental and physical decline. As your trusted senior care company, we will constantly assess and update your Care Plan to meet any new emotional, intellectual, physical, and emotional needs.

If you have never considered in-home care before, we understand that you and your family may have concerns about your Care Plan and its Care Coordinator. To help give you peace of mind, know that every team member and caregiver must undergo comprehensive training before being assigned to a Care Plan.

When you're ready, we encourage you to contact your local Always Best Care representative to set up a Care Consultation. Our Care Coordinators would be happy to meet with you in person to get to know you better, discuss your needs, and help put together a personalized Care Plan specific to your needs.

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Broncos safety Kareem Jackson's 4-game suspension upheld

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The four-game suspension handed to Denver Broncos safety Kareem Jackson for his hit on Minnesota Vikings quarterback Joshua Dobbs was upheld Tuesday.

Hearing officer Derrick Brooks, jointly appointed by the NFL and NFL Players Association, declined to reduce the suspension after Jackson appealed the initial decision.

Jackson will miss games against the Cleveland Browns, Houston Texans, Los Angeles Chargers and Detroit Lions. He will be eligible to return in Week 16, a Christmas Eve home game against the New England Patriots.

Earlier this season, Jackson had a four-game suspension reduced to two games by Brooks on appeal. The Broncos' game Sunday night against the Vikings was Jackson's first in his return from that suspension.

Less than two minutes into Sunday's game, Jackson lowered his helmet and hit Dobbs, who was a running back on the play after Vikings tight end T.J. Hockenson took the snap from center and pitched the ball to Dobbs.

Dobbs, who ended up fumbling, subsequently underwent a concussion check but was cleared to reenter the game.

A 14-year veteran in his fifth season with the Broncos, Jackson was notified of his suspension Monday morning by NFL vice president of football operations Jon Runyan. Runyan said in the letter, "on the play in question, you lowered your head and delivered a forceful blow to the shoulder and head/neck area of an opponent when you had time and space to avoid such contact. You could have made contact with your opponent within the rules, yet you chose not to.''

With the four-game suspension upheld, Jackson will forfeit $559,889 in salary. He forfeited $279,000 in salary from his previous two-game suspension. He also has been fined four times this season for unnecessary roughness for a total of $89,670 and has been ejected from two games.

Jackson said last week that he had talked to league officials to seek "clarity'' on tackling, including the plays for which he had been penalized. After his earlier suspension, Jackson's teammates were quick to defend him, especially safety Justin Simmons, who took exception to the league's letter to Jackson last month notifying him of the suspension as well as the narrative that Jackson is a dirty player based on the fines and ejections.

Information from ESPN's Jeff Legwold was included in this report.

Reggie Jackson leads Nuggets past Pistons for 107-103 win after Nikola Jokic ejected

DETROIT -- — Reggie Jackson scored 21 points and carried Denver in the fourth quarter after two-time MVP Nikola Jokic was ejected in the first half, and the Nuggets handed the Detroit Pistons their 12th straight loss, 107-103 on Monda...

DETROIT -- — Reggie Jackson scored 21 points and carried Denver in the fourth quarter after two-time MVP Nikola Jokic was ejected in the first half, and the Nuggets handed the Detroit Pistons their 12th straight loss, 107-103 on Monday night.

Jackson had eight points and three assists in the final period as he and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (20 points) shined against their former team. Michael Porter Jr. finished with 14 points and 11 rebounds for the defending NBA champion Nuggets (10-4), who ended a two-game skid.

“We were desperate tonight, because we were 0-2 on this road trip and we really needed a win,” Caldwell-Pope said. “We knew they were going to come out hard, because they hadn't won a game in a while, but we got it did done.”

Jokic and Denver coach Michael Malone were both ejected after arguing calls. Malone was thrown out for coming onto the court to dispute a call late in the first quarter, and Jokic was tossed for picking up a second technical with 1:22 left in the second period.

“I think Nikola was worried about my welfare,” Malone joked. “It is tough to watch a game on TV — we were hugging on good plays and I was cursing in Serbian on the bad ones.”

Jokic finished with nine points, five rebounds and five assists in 15 minutes. Jamal Murray (hamstring) missed his seventh straight game.

Cade Cunningham had 27 points and nine assists for the Pistons (2-13), while Marvin Bagley III finished with 18 points. Detroit has lost 36 of its last 40 games, dating to February.

“When you look at this stretch, it is a lot of losses, but I think there were some positives,” Pistons coach Monty Williams said. “There were just too many fouls and too many offensive rebounds allowed down the stretch.”

Aaron Gordon's three-point play gave the Nuggets a 106-103 lead with 1:25 to play, and Denver blocked shots on Detroit's next three possessions. That let the Nuggets run the clock down to 11 seconds, and Jackson hit one of two free throws to make it 107-103.

“Our guys know that, if you want to win a one-possession game on the road, you are going to have to get timely stops,” Malone said. “KCP probably made the defensive play of the game when Reggie got beaten off the bounce and he came over and got the stop without fouling.”

The Pistons didn't score in the last 1:41, missing their last four shots.

The Nuggets outscored the Pistons 25-24 in the third quarter to take a 81-79 lead, but Stanley Umude had eight points and an assist in Detroit's 10-3 run to start the fourth.

Denver struggled to score without Jokic, and Jaden Ivey's free throws put Detroit ahead 97-94 with 3:53 left. Jackson answered with a three-point play to tie it.

“This is obviously tough,” Ivey said. “Every single person in this locker room wants to win. We want to win for each other, the coaches, the organization, the fans and the city.”

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Nuggets: At Orlando on Wednesday.

Pistons: At Indiana for an In-Season Tournament game on Friday.

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What to do this weekend: A rooftop ice rink, Union Station lights, Black Friday beers

Get lit!Friday. Denver Union Station ushers in the holiday season as it does each year with the Grand Illumination, which comes complete with family entertainment and activities. Things kick off at 1 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 24, with musical performances in the Great Hall. That will be followed at 4 p.m. by holiday songs from the Denver Dolls and Dickens Carolers, along with horse-drawn carriage rides, children’s activities and, of course, a visit from Santa and M...

Get lit!

Friday. Denver Union Station ushers in the holiday season as it does each year with the Grand Illumination, which comes complete with family entertainment and activities. Things kick off at 1 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 24, with musical performances in the Great Hall. That will be followed at 4 p.m. by holiday songs from the Denver Dolls and Dickens Carolers, along with horse-drawn carriage rides, children’s activities and, of course, a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus. In addition, there will be a holiday market with local artisans.

For the adults, seasonal beverage offerings from Terminal Bar and the Cooper Lounge will be served on an extended patio with views of the station. The evening culminates at 6 p.m. with the lighting of Denver Union Station’s 40-foot-tall outdoor Christmas tree featuring more than 7,000 holiday lights. Each evening after through Dec. 31, visitors will also be able to see the Merry & Bright Lights show, which transforms “the train station’s exterior façade into a spectacular canvas” that displays “interactive imagery created by local Denver artists.”

Black Friday stouts

Friday. Station 26 Brewing will drop four different kinds of big bold beers at its annual Imperial Event + Black Friday Outdoor Lovers Market. It has become a tradition for craft breweries to release imperial or barrel-aged stouts on the day after Thanksgiving every year, and Station 26 has been doing it longer than almost anyone in Colorado.

The brewery, at 7045 E. 38th Ave. in Denver, will be pouring its beers from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., and there will be live music from noon to 3 p.m., a food truck and six to eight vendors, including Meier Skis, which will have a Build Your Own Ski Pole booth. The other vendors (noon to 3 p.m.) include Mountainsmith Gear, Akinz Apparel, Rowdy Trails Posters and more. And if that’s not enough, dozens of other metro Denver breweries will be releasing stouts as well, so go to the social media pages of your favorites to find out when and where.

Laugh track

Friday-Saturday. Irreverent local comedian Sam Tallent headlines Comedy Works Denver, 1226 15th St., with two shows on Friday (7:30 and 9:45 p.m.) and two more on Saturday (7:30 and 9:45 p.m.). Tickets to the 21+ shows are $26 and available at comedyworks.com.

Tallent, who is also an author, has been joking around for a decade in Denver, but also tours the country and typically performs up to 40 weekends per year nationwide. His self-published novel, “Running the Light,” about a comedian, came out in 2020.

Ice cream dreams

Friday-Dec. 31. Little Man Ice Cream is transforming its flagship factory and storefront, at 4411 W. Colfax Ave., into Santa’s Factory for the holidays. Not only will there be “an exuberant explosion of twinkly lights” and “ornaments run-amok, but visitors will also find a series of recurring events, including photos with Santa, bingo with Mrs. Claus, private ice cream-making sessions, holiday cookie decorating, gingerbread house building, a tree farm, holiday music and much more.

Oh, and there’s also ice cream: This year’s holiday lineup includes Egg Nog, Gingersnap, Candy Cane and Vegan Hot Cocoa. Santa’s Factory will be open daily. Most events require tickets or reservations, which you make at littlemanicecreamfactory.com.

Holidays on ice

Saturday-March 2024. Pindustry, the Greenwood Village bowling alley, entertainment complex and restaurant, debuts an expansive outdoor rooftop ice skating rink, Pindustry on Ice, starting Friday, but with a grand opening party on Saturday, Nov. 25, from 5 to 8 p.m. The event, which is free to attend, features a silent disco, snow machine, 360-degree photo booth, hot chocolate bar, ice luge, and a ski pass giveaway. Attendees are encouraged to wear ’80s-themed winter wear.

The menu features tomato soup shooters with grilled cheese fingers, along with s’mores, which guests can make on outdoor fire pits. Beverages include toasted marshmallow martinis and peppermint white Russians, plus hot cocoa and hot apple cider. Pindustry on Ice, at 7939 E. Arapahoe Road, will be open every day (except Christmas) through March 2024; Monday-Friday, from 4 p.m. to close, and Saturday-Sunday, 11 a.m. to close. Skate rentals are $5, and skating costs $15 per hour. thepindustry.com

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“I feel like I’ve been gaslit,” member says as Denver City Council airs frustrations over homeless, migrant responses

Denver City Councilwoman Stacie Gilmore plans to resign from her position as chair of the safety and housing committee, saying Tuesday that she doesn’t trust Mayor Mike Johnston or his administration to be forthright about his homelessness strategy.Gilmore announced her inten...

Denver City Councilwoman Stacie Gilmore plans to resign from her position as chair of the safety and housing committee, saying Tuesday that she doesn’t trust Mayor Mike Johnston or his administration to be forthright about his homelessness strategy.

Gilmore announced her intention at the end of a tense, untelevised meeting between most of the council members and officials from the mayor’s office. As they discussed the city’s emergency response to unsheltered homelessness and the influx of migrants from the U.S. southern border, some council members’ frustrations boiled over into pointed comments.

The third-term councilwoman chairs the Safety, Housing, Education and Homelessness Committee, the first stop for many contracts tied to the new mayor’s plan to move 1,000 unhoused people into hotels, temporary micro-communities and other shelters by the end of the year.

“I feel like I’ve been gaslit in meetings — giving me bits and pieces, just enough to do a good dog-and-pony show for the cameras on Channel 8 to get things through to the full council,” Gilmore said, referring to Denver’s public access TV channel.

The city’s overlapping homelessness and migrant situations have resulted in confusion and frustration among council members, including about just who is in charge of the migrant response at city hall. The tensions came to the fore during the noontime meeting even before Gilmore made her announcement.

The mayor was not present. In a statement provided afterward by his office, Johnston said his staff was moving with urgency on both matters.

“We’ve been straightforward with council members by providing them with information as soon as we have it,” he said. “These situations change quickly and we will continue to inform council as we work toward our joint effort to support those most in need.”

Councilman Darrell Watson, whose District 9 stretches north and east from downtown, said during the meeting that he had learned from constituents and colleagues that morning about the city’s relocation of some migrant families without his knowledge. They had been staying in a hotel in his district and were moved to another shelter site to the east.

That happened even though some of those families already had enrolled their children in a nearby school.

“There’s no trust in how you’re managing the migrant crisis,” Watson told Johnston administration officials. “And it appears your administration isn’t talking to each other. I asked one person a question, and the other person doesn’t know what’s going on.”

Evan Dreyer, Johnston’s deputy chief of staff — who served in the same position under former Mayor Michael Hancock — took the blame for poor communication around the relocations. He is the point person on migrant response in the mayor’s office, he said.

Dreyer said after the meeting that the city was trying to make the most of its limited shelter resources with cold weather bearing down this weekend, and that’s what led to some of those relocations.

“Unbeknownst to us, some of those families had enrolled kids in schools nearby,” he said. “Some of them may have had jobs nearby. And so we didn’t know that we were disrupting that. So we have stopped that movement.”

Dreyer apologized to the council members during the meeting. But Gilmore, in particular, was not satisfied.

She said she no longer wanted to oversee the safety and housing committee’s agendas, which lately have been packed with contracts and agreements to meet the goals of Johnston’s House 1,000 initiative.

Gilmore said she suspected Johnston and his homelessness advisors had withheld information from her, especially when it came to potential shelter sites. She could be a more effective representative for her district, she said, if she focused on asking more questions about proposals as a committee member, rather than being in charge of running committee meetings. She represents far-northeast District 11.

Gilmore said she would lead Wednesday’s committee meeting at the start so that she could hand over responsibilities to a new chair. Council President Jamie Torres said either she or the committee’s vice chair, Councilwoman Serena Gonzales-Gutierrez, would take over the chair position.

The committee is set to meet at 10:30 a.m., and the agenda includes consideration of another micro-community contract and a briefing about the health impacts of cold weather on homeless people.

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Vikings coach questions Kareem Jackson's hit on Josh Dobbs

ReactionsLike532Funny8Wow3Fire1Interesting1Celebrate1DENVER -- Vikings quarterback Josh Dobbs lost a first-quarter fumble Sunday night on a questionable hit by ...

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DENVER -- Vikings quarterback Josh Dobbs lost a first-quarter fumble Sunday night on a questionable hit by Denver Broncos safety Kareem Jackson, a play that marked a key turn of events in Minnesota's eventual 21-20 loss.

Watching in real time from the sideline, Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell said he thought that Jackson -- playing in his first game back following a two-game suspension for similar hits -- should have been penalized after lowering his head and driving the top of his helmet into Dobbs' chest and face mask.

One of the NFL's health and safety spotters noted the contact and sent Dobbs to undergo a concussion check, which he passed. But the Broncos recovered the fumble at the Vikings' 30-yard line and ultimately turned it into a 31-yard field goal from Wil Lutz.

Asked if he thought Jackson should have been flagged, O'Connell said: "On the field, it felt like that. I'll have to go back and look at it. It tends to happen pretty fast out there, but in the moment, coming from the second level the way he did, it seemed like a pretty direct helmet-to-helmet type hit. But I'm sure [officials] saw it differently on the play. They're officiating a fast play right there."

Dobbs was actually a running back on the play; Vikings tight end T.J. Hockenson lined up under center and pitched the ball to Dobbs in an attempt to convert a third-and-1. That means Dobbs did not merit protection afforded to quarterbacks in the pocket.

But NFL players also are prohibited from lowering their heads and making forcible contact with their helmets against opponents, a rule that is not often flagged because it is difficult for officials to see. But such hits often result in warning letters, fines and occasionally suspensions.

Jackson was suspended for three games, reduced to two on appeal, after hitting Green Bay Packers tight end Luke Musgrave when he was in a defenseless position in Week 7.

In addition to his suspension, Jackson has been fined four times this season and ejected from two games.

Dobbs said he "felt fine" after the hit, explaining why he passed through the concussion test, and deferred to O'Connell on whether Jackson should have been penalized.

"I haven't had a chance to watch it," Dobbs said. "That's something I'll check out. I've got to take care of the football. Third-and-1, I'm trying to make a play, get the first down, keep us on the field, move the sticks. I'll let the coaches and everyone else figure that stuff out with officiating. But at the end of the day, I've got to take care of the football in that situation, especially to start the game."

The Vikings committed a total of three turnovers, including an interception from Dobbs and a fumble by running back Alexander Mattison. The Broncos converted those miscues into nine points, nearly half their total for the night.

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