It's no secret, most of us would like to stay in our own home as we age. Yet, sometimes our loved ones just need a little extra help to remain comfortable at home. That's where Always Best Care can help....we are dedicated to exceeding expectations....always.
They say that your golden years are the best years of your life. For most older Americans, that's how it should be - a time to relax, reflect, and live life in a familiar place. After all, senior citizens in the U.S. have worked tirelessly to build a better economy, serve their communities, and raise families.
However, as seniors grow older, completing daily tasks like showering and enjoying activities such as visiting Chautauqua Park in Boulder, CO gets harder without someone by their side. Unfortunately, many older Americans aren't able to rely on their adult children for help. The reality in today's world is that family members do not have the skills or time to dedicate to caring for their parents. That's where Always Best Care Senior Services comes in.
Our in-home care services are for people who prefer to stay at home as they grow older but need ongoing care that family or friends cannot provide. More and more older adults prefer to live far away from long-term, institutionalized facilities and closer to the place where they feel most comfortable - their home. Home care in Boulder, CO is a safe, effective way to give your loved ones the care they need when they need it the most.
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Service AreasSince 1996, Always Best Care has provided non-medical in-home care for seniors to help them maintain a healthy lifestyle as they get older. We are proud to have helped more than 25,000 seniors maintain higher levels of dignity and respect. We focus on providing seniors with the highest level of in-home care available so that they may live happily and independently.
Unlike some senior care companies, we genuinely want to be included in our clients' lives. We believe that personalized care is always the better option over a "one size fits all" approach. To make sure our senior clients receive the best care possible, we pair them with compassionate caregivers who understand their unique needs. That way, they may provide care accordingly without compromising their wellbeing.
The Always Best Care difference lies in life's little moments - where compassionate care and trustworthy experience come together to help seniors live a fruitful, healthy life. Whether you are an aging adult that can't quite keep up with life's daily tasks or the child of a senior who needs regular in-home services, Always Best Care is here to help.
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“Always Best Care was there with caring, knowledgeable staff, ready to meet me and discuss”
“My brother passed within 3 hours of the first shift, so we didn't have an opportunity to evaluate your caregivers. The process of setting up a care plan and arranging the payment worked very fine. Caregiver Alissa was very cooperative and competent. From a limited perspective, I would recommend without hesitation.”
“My husband looked forward to visiting with his caregivers. The people who stayed with my husband were kind to him. I appreciate that so much!”
“Raphael and Tenzin were so kind and caring to Robert. Thank you so much.”
“Stephanie was beyond perfect, and Sandy loved her!”
“Thank you ALL for your excellent care!”
“Since I was not present while caregiver was there and live in Washington state, I can only comment on what I learned from a distance. Always Best Care staff, Holly as care manager, was always prompt with reports, caring in her reporting. The staff said Chloe had Mike out involved in activities which contributed to his improved cognitive. Too bad he fell but sadly nothing to be done about Mike's falls. They sometimes just happen no matter how many aids there are in place. I appreciated the ability of Always Best Care to provide a caregiver in 24'. Thank you.”
“This company fits perfectly with all of my needs. Their office team is always informative, caring, and fast at responding. The care that we receive is always amazing and everything that we have been looking for.”
“Ralph had nothing but great praise for the care he recieved. Thank you so much for taking care of my brother.”
“Appreciate ease of contacting, good follow up and flexibility. Care givers we have met so far seem kind and genuinely interested in their client.”
“I just wanted to say thank you for my birthday card, it was very thoughtful. You have a great team, it's recognized and appreciated. Everyone has made me feel welcome and it was nice visiting with everyone on your caregiver appreciation lunch you had. Keep up the good work and try not to work too hard.”
“We have engaged Aways Best Care only for about 3 weeks, but the care provider is perfect for our needs. She is professional, thoughtful, and proactive. The case manager and community liaison are also personable and responsive. We highly recommend Always Best Care.”
“Very pleased with services...wonderful experienced well trained caregivers. Helped with all my needs, questions and all staff at the office is always available.”
“I am a past client of this provider Always Best Care (ABC) in Longmont provided outstanding, emphatic service in helping move a family member into a new residence, making possible a higher level of care for her than previously available. In addition to supporting her prior to and through this highly stressful process, ABC, and particularly Madison and Michelle, provided extremely useful advice to us, including recommendations for movers and for a pet fostering service that will care for some of her pets until their new homes can be identified. Throughout the process ABC gave us abundant time and attention. Their recommendations and support were spot-on. We highly recommend them.”
“When I was a guardian, ABC provided quality care that allowed my client to stay in his current living space. They were great with communication, and overall had a wonderful experience!”
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“I am a past client of this provider 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.”
“I am a current client of this provider 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.”
“I am a past client of this provider 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.”
“I am a current client of this provider They are really good with the clients. They are prompt and always on time. They are always on top of everything when we call.”
“My caregiver is very accommodating to whatever I need. She will do chores for me. This agency will keep in touch with us.”
“I am a current client of this provider The most helpful part is getting him in and out of bed and transferring. They are very good about if something happens like if someone doesn't come they will get someone out here.”
“I am a current client of this provider My caregiver is very accommodating to whatever I need. She will do chores for me. This agency will keep in touch with us.”
“The most helpful part is getting him in and out of bed and transferring. They are very good about if something happens like if someone doesn't come they will get someone out here.”
“Always best care is one of the best companies I have worked for. Best people and co-workers. They truly care about their clients and caregivers. I love working here!”
“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 :)”
“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.”
“I am a current client of this provider They have a huge impact. They help the most by driving us since I do not drive. They also help change the bedding and make the bed since it is difficult for us to do. I think that they have been excellent. I am very fond of the person I am assigned to.”
“We are getting ready to have a girl leave right now. Marla is wondering if she did something wrong. I told her that was not the case. The turnover of people is massive right now. It's not good when you're dealing with a dementia patient.”
“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!”
Home is where the heart is. While that saying can sound a tad cliche, it is 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 gets older, giving them the gift of senior care is one of the best ways to show your love, even if you live far away.
To give our senior clients the best care possible, we offer a full spectrum of in-home care services:
If your senior loved one has specific care needs, our personal care services are a great choice to consider. Personal care includes the standard caregiving duties associated with companion care and includes help with tasks such as dressing and grooming. Personal care can also help individuals with chronic conditions like diabetes.
Common personal care services include assistance with:
Sometimes, seniors need helpful reminders to maintain a high quality of life at home. If you or your senior has trouble with everyday tasks like cooking, our home helper services will be very beneficial.
Common home helper care services include assistance with:
Using this kind of care is a fantastic way to make life easier for you or your senior loved one. At Always Best Care, our talented caregivers often fill the role of a companion for seniors. That way, older adults can enjoy their favorite local activities, such as visiting Chautauqua Park in Boulder, CO with friends while also receiving the care they need daily or weekly.
Common companionship services include:
According to AARP, more than 53 million adults living in the U.S. provide care to someone over 50 years old. Unfortunately, these caregivers experience stress, exhaustion, and even depression. Our respite care services help family caregivers address urgent obligations, spend time with their children, and enjoy nearby activities. Perhaps more importantly, respite care gives family members time to recharge and regroup. Taking personal time to de-stress reduces the risk of caregiver burnout. So, if you've always wanted to eat at the local Flagstaff House or visit Mork Mindy House, don't feel bad. Doing so is great for both you and your loved one.
At the end of the day, our goal is to become a valuable part of your senior's daily routine. That way, we may help give them the highest quality of life possible. We know that staying at home is important for your loved one, and we are here to help make sure that is possible.
If you have been on the fence about non-medical home care, there has never been a better time than now to give your senior the care, assistance, and companionship they deserve.
Always Best Care in-home services are for older adults who prefer to stay at home but need ongoing care that friends and family cannot provide. In-home care is a safe, effective way for seniors to age gracefully in a familiar place and live independent, non-institutionalized lives. The benefits of non-medical home care are numerous. Here are just a few reasons to consider senior care services from Always Best Care:
According to AARP, 9 out of 10 seniors prefer to age in place within the comfort of their own home. With in-home care, seniors have a way to stay at home, receive the care they need, and maintain a sense of independence, improving overall wellness.
If you or a member of your family have assumed the role of caregiver for your senior loved one, you know how stressful the job can be. Between caregiver burnout and constant worry, being a family caregiver is hard. In-home care relieves your burden and gives you peace of mind knowing that your older family member is in expert hands.
Unlike nursing homes, where the staff and residents rotate frequently, seniors can foster new friendships and build bonds with their caregiver. Seniors who socialize on a regular basis are often happier, which fosters positivity and leads to increased wellbeing.
No two seniors need the same kind of in-home care assistance. That is why each of our Care Plans is tailored to meet our client's individual needs. We offer plans that cover everything from light housekeeping to more involved duties like transportation to doctor's appointments. Our Care Coordinators will work closely with you to develop a personalized plan to ensure your senior's needs are exceeded.
Always Best Care offers a full array of care options for patients at all levels of health. With our trusted elderly care services, your loved one will receive the level of care necessary for them to enjoy the highest possible quality of life.
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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 - something that is unavailable to many older people today.
In-home care makes it possible for millions of seniors to age in place every year. Rather than moving to a strange nursing home, seniors have the chance to stay at home where they feel the happiest and most comfortable.
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, then, that a senior's home is where they want to grow old.
With the help of elderly care in Boulder, 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.
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.
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 a nursing home. 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.
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 and more affordable to help seniors age in place than it is to move them into an institutional care facility. According to the US Department of Housing and Urban Development, seniors who age in the comfort of their homes can save thousands of dollars per month.
In-home care services from Always Best Care, for instance, are often 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 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.
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:
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 Boulder, 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.
While it's true that many seniors prefer to age at home, sometimes in-home care isn't the best fit. For those seniors and their families, choosing an assisted living facility makes more sense. Unfortunately, finding the optimal care facility is easier said than done in today's day and age. That's when Always Best Care's assisted living referral services begin to make a lot of sense.
Assisted living is a form of housing intended for seniors who require varying degrees of medical and personal attention. Accommodations may include single rooms, apartments, or shared living arrangements. Assisted living communities are typically designed to resemble a home-like environment and are physically constructed to encourage the independence of residents.
At assisted living communities, seniors receive help with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating. They may also benefit from coordination of services with outside healthcare providers, and monitoring of resident activities to ensure their health, safety, and well-being. Caregivers who work at assisted living communities can also provide medication administration and personal care services for older adults.
Other services offered within assisted living communities can include some or all of the following:
At Always Best Care, our representatives can match your senior's emotional, physical, and financial needs with viable assisted living communities nearby. Results are based on comparative data, so you can select the best choice for you or your loved one.
Always Best Care works closely with local senior living communities to gain valuable knowledge that we then use to help seniors and their loved ones make informed decisions. This information can include basic care and rent, resident availability, and services provided. Because Always Best Care is compensated by these communities, we provide senior living referral services at no extra cost to you.
Some of the most popular assisted living communities to consider in our area include the following:
For many seniors, moving into a senior living community revolves around how and when they want to make a transition to more involved care. Some seniors are more proactive about transitioning to independent living. Others choose to remain home until their care needs or other requirements are satisfied. Remember - our staff is here to help. Contact our office today to learn more about assisted living communities and how we can find a facility that exceeds your expectations.
The first step in getting quality in-home care starts with a personal consultation with an experienced Always Best Care 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:
A discussion of your needs and how our trained caregivers can offer assistance in the most effective way
A draft of your care plan, which includes highly detailed notes and a framework for the care that you or your senior will receive
Discuss payment options and help coordinate billing with your insurance provider
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.
At the end of the day, we only hire the best of the best at Always Best Care. Whether you need home care in Boulder, CO 24-hours a day or only need a respite for a couple of hours, we are here to serve you.
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.
The ballot measure addresses the shortage and high cost of child care and preschool in Boulder CountyBoulder County, Colo. - The Boulder County Commissioners have referred the following ballot measure to the Boulder County Clerk and Recorder for the Nov. 3 General Election. All Boulder County voters will have the opportunity to vote on this measure.Boulder County Early Childhood Care and Education Issue (Boulder County Early Childhood Care and Education Mill Levy Increase and Voter-Approved Revenue Ch...
Boulder County, Colo. - The Boulder County Commissioners have referred the following ballot measure to the Boulder County Clerk and Recorder for the Nov. 3 General Election. All Boulder County voters will have the opportunity to vote on this measure.
Boulder County Early Childhood Care and Education Issue (Boulder County Early Childhood Care and Education Mill Levy Increase and Voter-Approved Revenue Change)
SHALL BOULDER COUNTY TAXES BE INCREASED $30,000,000 ANNUALLY (IN TAX COLLECTION YEAR 2027), AND BY SUCH ADDITIONAL AMOUNTS RAISED ANNUALLY THEREAFTER, BY A MILL LEVY IMPOSED AT A RATE OF 2.579 MILLS (EQUATING TO APPROXIMATELY $115 PER YEAR ON A $725,000 HOME BASED ON CURRENT RATES OF ASSESSMENT) FOR THE PURPOSE OF ADDRESSING THE SHORTAGE AND HIGH COST OF CHILD CARE AND PRESCHOOL PROGRAMS FOR BOULDER COUNTY FAMILIES WITH YOUNG CHILDREN, INCLUDING:
LOWERING THE HIGH COST OF CHILD CARE AND PRESCHOOL FOR BOULDER COUNTY FAMILIES;
INCREASING THE COMPENSATION OF CHILD CARE AND PRESCHOOL TEACHERS AND STAFF TO RETAIN AND ATTRACT HIGH-QUALITY EDUCATORS; AND
ADDRESSING THE SHORTAGE OF CARE BY EXPANDING CAPACITY FOR MORE CHILDREN AND REDUCING WAITLISTS; AND SHALL THE REVENUES AND EARNINGS ON THE INVESTMENT OF THE PROCEEDS OF SUCH TAX CONSTITUTE A VOTER-APPROVED REVENUE CHANGE UNDER ARTICLE X SECTION 20 OF THE COLORADO CONSTITUTION AND AN EXCEPTION TO THE LIMITATIONS SET FORTH IN SECTION 29-1-301 OF THE COLORADO REVISED STATUTES, ALL AS MORE PARTICULARLY SET FORTH IN BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS’ RESOLUTION NO. 2026-048?
The commissioners held a public hearing on July 23 and adopted the final ballot language at the Aug. 18 Business meeting.
Visit the county’s website for more information, including the resolutions.
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Some Boulder views bring the mountains close. Others remind you just how far the Colorado landscape stretches.Today’s Outdoor Picture of the Day celebrates Longs Peak, one of the highest and most recognizable mountains visible from Boulder. Rising beyond the nearby foothills, its commanding silhouette adds high-country drama to a skyline that never seems to get old.The Flatirons capture our attention up close. Longs Peak invites us to look farther.At 14,259 feet above sea level, Longs Peak towers over the northern ...
Some Boulder views bring the mountains close. Others remind you just how far the Colorado landscape stretches.
Today’s Outdoor Picture of the Day celebrates Longs Peak, one of the highest and most recognizable mountains visible from Boulder. Rising beyond the nearby foothills, its commanding silhouette adds high-country drama to a skyline that never seems to get old.
The Flatirons capture our attention up close. Longs Peak invites us to look farther.
At 14,259 feet above sea level, Longs Peak towers over the northern Front Range. Its summit lies in Boulder County within Rocky Mountain National Park, making it the county’s highest point—a distinction separate from the mountains immediately surrounding the city.
For people in Boulder, its appeal is the view: a distant fourteener that can become part of an everyday walk, a scenic drive, or a quiet moment outdoors.
Look generally northwest toward the higher mountains. Depending on your vantage point, Longs Peak’s broad summit rises beyond the lower ridges, bringing a different scale to the landscape.
You can see it throughout the seasons when conditions cooperate. Clouds, haze, trees, buildings, and intervening foothills can obscure it, so an open sightline makes all the difference.
Lost Gulch Overlook, reached from Flagstaff Road above Boulder, offers an elevated perspective toward Longs Peak and the Continental Divide. The rocky setting and expansive mountain backdrop make it a memorable place to pause and take in the view.
For another perspective, head north into Boulder County. Hall Ranch near Lyons offers beautiful views of Longs Peak from portions of its trail system. Seeing the mountain beyond the rolling foothills helps reveal just how much higher the alpine world rises.
McIntosh Lake in Longmont is another standout, especially for photographers who enjoy water in the foreground. Longs Peak rises beyond the lake, creating a striking combination of open sky, water, and mountain scenery.
Longs Peak’s present name honors Stephen H. Long, whose expedition described the mountain in 1820. Indigenous peoples knew this landscape long before the expedition arrived.
On August 23, 1868, a party including John Wesley Powell and newspaper publisher William Byers completed the first documented ascent by Western climbers. The National Park Service includes their climb among the region’s historic milestones.
Boulder’s connection to Longs Peak comes through both geography and the experience of seeing it. The mountain belongs to the county’s broader landscape, while its distant profile gives residents a familiar landmark to find on clear days.
Today’s photograph captures that enduring appeal.
You do not have to climb Longs Peak to make a connection with it. Sometimes, simply spotting it beyond the foothills is enough to change the feeling of a day.
Among the many outdoor discoveries around Boulder, this view remains a favorite—a reminder that everyday life here unfolds within sight of something extraordinary.
BOULDER — It’s one thing to keep moving the goalposts for Deion Sanders. But who takes them down for … K-State?4-4 Kansas State?4-4 and 1-4 in the Big 12 Kansas State?4-4 and playing-its-third-string-and-fourth-string QBs Kansas State?4-4 and shoulda-gone-for-two Kansas State?CU Buffs students do, apparently.Says a lot.Not all of it kind.“Our fan base is great,” Buffs tight end Charlie Williams said after his 11-yard touchdown grab in overtime sealed a wac...
BOULDER — It’s one thing to keep moving the goalposts for Deion Sanders. But who takes them down for … K-State?
4-4 Kansas State?
4-4 and 1-4 in the Big 12 Kansas State?
4-4 and playing-its-third-string-and-fourth-string QBs Kansas State?
4-4 and shoulda-gone-for-two Kansas State?
CU Buffs students do, apparently.
Says a lot.
Not all of it kind.
“Our fan base is great,” Buffs tight end Charlie Williams said after his 11-yard touchdown grab in overtime sealed a wacky, field-storming 27-24 win over the Wildcats. “We love it. Kinda crazy because the field goal posts started coming down, and I was like, ‘All right, they’re storming the field.'”
For … that?
Yeah, we know, we know. Halloween weekend. Noon kick. Hangover special. CU students finally saw the Buffs’ (3-5, 1-4 Big 12) five-game losing streak snapped. They finally saw a nine-game Big 12 losing skid snapped. Saturday was the first time the Buffs had scored more than 24 points against a Power 4 opponent since a 52-0 demolition of Oklahoma State in November 2024.
Let ’em have their fun, right? Fine. But know this: Storming the field for an overtime win over a team you should’ve run out of the building — especially when you pile up a season-best 222 rushing yards — sure is a curious look for a program with championship aspirations. It’s awfully … well … 2022.
“Should have never went to overtime, I feel,” Sanders, now 19-26 over four seasons at CU, 10-22 in league contests, reflected later. “(We) allowed some crazy things to happen.”
The craziest stuff happened midway through the second quarter and right at the end of regulation. CU had Kansas State on the ropes at least twice. The Buffs should’ve put the QB-challenged Wildcats away just before halftime, only to fumble away a 13-0 lead out of the back of the K-State end zone.
The second K-State escape was more painful. CU was trying to salt away the clock while nursing a 21-14 lead with 50 seconds left. The Wildcats, behind former Erie quarterback Blake Barnett, got the ball back at their own 38.
And for the next 46 seconds, Colorado Avenue became Blake Street.
Barnett, tougher than old boots, completed a 23-yard pass to the Buffs’ 39. Then a 5-yard toss. On second-and-5 at the CU 34, K-State wideout Jaron Tibbs beat the Buff defense for a 31-yard gain to the Buffs’ 3. On third-and-goal from the Buffs’ 8-yard line, Barnett, on what looked like one good leg, squeezed a ball into tight end Garrett Oakley for a score with two seconds left to bring K-State to within 21-20.
In a decision he would probably regret later, Collin Klein, the first-year Wildcats coach and former Loveland High standout, chose to kick the extra point after initially lining up for a 2-point conversion to win in regulation.
Williams gave Sanders a Halloween treat to remember. And Klein is going to be kicking himself all the way back to Manhattan.
In hindsight, maybe it was only apropos for one of the weirdest weeks of the Coach Prime Era at CU — with Sanders denying he would pay critics $50,000 not to talk about him and national media buzzards circling a Buffs squad back in the Big 12 basement — to end with one of the strangest games at Folsom in recent memory. For one week, at least, the “buyout” chatter gets a sweet reprieve.
“It takes a lot of pressure off, honestly,” Buffs safety Randon Fontenette said. “There was a lot of chatter (this week) that I don’t even want to speak on… It felt like a dark cloud over this place… it’s a huge relief.”
Klein and his ‘Cats (4-4, 1-4) got the version of CU that the Buffs flashed in the second half here in a near-miss against Texas Tech and in the first half last weekend in Stillwater. Tailback Richard Young accounted for 120 yards and two TDs on 24 carries. Running mate JaQuail Smith added 63 on the ground.
From discipline to play-calling, this was Peak Buffs. Desperate Buffs. Urgent Buffs. CU was flagged for just 53 yards in penalties and turned it over only once. Sanders and offensive coordinator Brennan Marion leaned on the run game and punter Damon Greaves to leverage better field position rather than trusting QB Isaac Wilson in a one-score game.
Good call. The Buffs ran where they wanted, when they wanted, for the most part. Young’s 22-yard TD sprint three minutes into the final stanza capped a 10-play, 96-yard scoring drive that put the hosts up 20-14 before the extra point.
And, in hindsight, it shouldn’t have been that close. Special teams miscues continue to nag. Running with a return right after signaling for a fair catch. An illegal formation call on a fourth-quarter CU punt gave the Wildcats 22 more yards of field position after the second return.
A noon kick on a Halloween Saturday was always going to be a tough sell for college kids on a holiday weekend. And the first quarter was notable for the number of students who came disguised as empty seats. The crowd did trickle in before halftime, though, and those who remained for the duration came away with plenty to talk about.
K-State rolled into town without its top two QB options in Avery Johnson and Jacob Knuth. With Dillon Duff and Barnett warming up, Klein chose the former — a sophomore out of St. Louis making his collegiate debut. It showed. The visitors had all of two passing yards by the start of the second quarter.
But just as CU, which was already up 7-0, looked ready to put this bad boy away early, the football gods had other ideas.
The Buffs marched upfield quickly behind a 19-yard Wilson toss to DeAndre Moore Jr. to the K-State 40 and two Young runs that brought up a second-and-7 at the Wildcats’ 30. DeKalon Taylor took a pitch from his QB and exploded with the rock up the left boundary and raced into the end zone — which is where K-State, literally, got cheeky.
As Taylor reached the 1-yard line, Wildcat cornerback Kaleb Patterson went for the CU back’s legs and, as a result, hit the runner’s hands with his hindquarters. The ball squirted out like a wet bar of soap before rolling all the way out of the back of the end zone for a K-State touchback.
The Buffs were inches from a 13-0 lead before the turnover, but the fine margins bit Sanders’ team in the backside again.
“I don’t know what the definition of ‘desperation’ is. I don’t think these young men are desperate,” Sanders said later. “The main thing I told them to do is go out there and have fun. It’s impossible to have fun when you get your butt kicked.”
The desperate know better than to complain about a little light that breaks through all those dark clouds. Even when it’s 4-4 … K-State.
Even a dying dog has a good day, now and again, before the inevitable closes in and the goalposts come down for a long winter’s nap. For the first time since Georgia Tech, CU snatched a victory from someone in its weight class. With four winnable games left on the fight card, including road trips to Arizona State and Cincinnati, we’ll know soon enough if Sanders’ fourth team is actually ready for Prime Time.
There hasn’t been much to be excited about in Boulder in regard to the Colorado Buffaloes’ football program lately.So, with an overtime victory to notch its first Big 12 win in over a year, the Buffaloes faithful decided it fitting to rush the field on Saturday afternoon.This page may contain affiliate links to legal sports betting partners. If you sign up or place a wager, FOX News may be compensated. This content was created by a team that works independently from the FOX newsroom.Deion Sanders’ Color...
There hasn’t been much to be excited about in Boulder in regard to the Colorado Buffaloes’ football program lately.
So, with an overtime victory to notch its first Big 12 win in over a year, the Buffaloes faithful decided it fitting to rush the field on Saturday afternoon.
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Deion Sanders’ Colorado squad came into their game against the Kansas State Wildcats 2-5 at the bottom of the barrel in the Big 12. To date, the team hadn’t won a conference game since Oct. 11, 2025, and they owned a five-game losing streak after beginning the year on a high note.
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The game was tied at 21 apiece when four quarters finished, forcing an overtime period that saw Kansas State kick a field goal to take a three-point lead.
If Colorado was able to find the end zone on the ensuing possession, they would snap that losing streak and finally get that first conference win of the year.
On third-and-9, quarterback Isaac Wilson pulled back the ball on an RPO scheme and looked to throw into the end zone. He fired a bullet to tight end Charlie Williams, who snagged the football out of the air and walked into the end zone for an 11-yard score — his only catch of the game.
With the six points, Colorado sent the stadium into a frenzy as it walked off Kansas State and improved to 4-4 on the season.
As Sanders went to shake hands with Kansas State, fans hopped over the wall and stormed the field, most of them decked out in Halloween costumes.
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Fans appeared ready to storm the field in regulation, but Kansas State’s touchdown with two seconds left tied the game and kept them behind the wall. Colorado eventually won, though, allowing fans to rush the field and, as is customary, tear down the goalposts while celebrating the spooky home victory.
Colorado has matched its win total from last season in the fourth year of the Deion Sanders era. But despite the victory, Sanders’ name has been mentioned among coaches on the hot seat, making the modest milestone far from what he and his staff envisioned.
The Buffaloes still have four games remaining this season, and they will need to win three of them to become bowl-eligible. If that happens, perhaps Sanders is safe moving forward into next year.
If not… well, you do the math. There’s no telling what Colorado plans to do with Sanders, but the Buffaloes have struggled to regain their winning ways since his son, quarterback Shedeur Sanders, Heisman Trophy winner Travis Hunter and others left for the NFL.
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Next week, the Buffaloes will look to build a win streak against Arizona State before facing Houston, Cincinnati and UCF to end the year.
Meanwhile, Kansas State has similarly struggled in conference play, going 1-4 in the Big 12.
BOULDER, Co. — Kansas State mounted a last-minute, game-tying touchdown drive to force overtime against Colorado, but the Wildcats couldn't finish in the extra period.Kansas State couldn't top Colorado in a 27-24 loss at Folsom Field on Saturday, Oct. 31, in Boulder, Colorado.The Wildcats fall to 4-4 overall and 1-4 in Big 12 play. It was their second straight game without starting quarterback Avery Johnson. K-State played two different quarterbacks against the Buffaloes.Here are our takeaways from a...
BOULDER, Co. — Kansas State mounted a last-minute, game-tying touchdown drive to force overtime against Colorado, but the Wildcats couldn't finish in the extra period.
Kansas State couldn't top Colorado in a 27-24 loss at Folsom Field on Saturday, Oct. 31, in Boulder, Colorado.
The Wildcats fall to 4-4 overall and 1-4 in Big 12 play. It was their second straight game without starting quarterback Avery Johnson. K-State played two different quarterbacks against the Buffaloes.
Here are our takeaways from an ugly, but thrilling afternoon in Boulder.
Blake Barnett, the fourth quarterback Kansas State has used in three weeks, led the Wildcats on a 62-yard touchdown drive in the final 55 seconds and, with two seconds left, completed an eight-yard touchdown pass to Colorado.
Explore the Crossword page and play the new MidGrid Crossword.Wildcats Collin Klein initially kept his offense on the field. After several stoppages, he settled for the game-tying extra point to force overtime.
Starting with the ball, the Wildcats were forced to kick a field goal, giving Colorado the chance to tie or take the lead. The Buffaloes scored a touchdown on their fourth play when Isaac Wilson found Charlie Williams for an 11-yard touchdown pass on third-and-9.
Kansas State coach Collin Klein explains 2-point decision at Colorado Our 3 takeaways after Kansas State football's overtime loss at ColoradoSophomore Dillon Duff started at quarterback for the Wildcats, but only lasted nine plays. Three first-quarter three-and-outs led the Wildcats to put Barnett in the game.
Duff had wide-open receivers but didn't pull the trigger. He looked overwhelmed and got spooked by pressure that had yet to arrive. He was 1-for-1 for two yards and took a pair of sacks.
Barnett was a hero late in regulation, completing passes of 23 and 31 yards before finding Oakley for an eight-yard touchdown to force overtime. He was an efficient 18 for 28 through the air for 224 yards and three touchdowns. He rushed for 40 yards on 16 attempts. He was the far better option behind center.
Giving up firsts on third-and-longs, explosive plays, and a lack of eye discipline are haunting the Wildcats' defense. The Buffaloes scored on runs of 47 and 22 where the ball-carrier went untouched. The Wildcats will have a rough film session this week.
Colorado finished with 407 yards, with 222 coming on the ground. The Buffaloes were close to having an additional touchdown in the first half, but fumbled right before the goal line at the end of a 30-yard run. The ball went out the back of the end zone for a touchback.
The most positive thing that can be said about the defense is that it forced punts on their final two drives, giving the offense chances to tie the game.
With Oklahoma State coming to Manhattan next week, the Wildcats could be in trouble.
Wyatt D. Wheeler covers Kansas State athletics for the USA TODAY Network and Topeka Capital-Journal. You can follow him on X at @WyattWheeler_, contact him at 417-371-6987 or email him at [email protected]
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