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 Golden History Park in Golden, 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 Golden, 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.
“I had used another service for my Mom and changed to Always Best Care and”
“Many positive things have taken place since beginning of CO-VD19 in March. ABC took my concerns”
“The Denver South office of Always Best Care provided senior care services to our mother”
“Very nice and caring staff. Helped me out in a bind and was even able”
“Great company to work for. If you are looking for care for your loved one”
“After working with two other agencies, Always Best Care provided the highest level of exceptional”
“We are so happy we chose Always Best Care as our care agency. My mother”
“Thank you for the staff of Always Best Care Denver South for being such a”
“Very professional, and helpful. Cindy K. did a great job of helping my Mom move”
“I am a current client of this provider Very professional, and helpful. Cindy K. did a”
“Great company! They know their business and seniors. They were willing to make arrangements on”
“I have worked for Always Best Care Senior Services for several years both as a”
“Working for ABC as a manager has been a joy I haven't experienced in previous”
“Always responsive, always caring, goes above and beyond, experienced and always thoughtful, best choice I”
“I am a past client of this provider An experienced caregiver came weekly, never cancelled or”
“Just a quick note to say thank you for all your care that you gave”
“The care and compassion provided to my mother and to our family has made the”
“Everyone is a team player!! No one in the company feels like a stranger. The”
“My family needed to find a new home for my grandma. She had been residing”
“Simpy IDEAL. We couldn't have asked for better care. Each individual, from my very first”
“I am a past client of this provider Incomparable! ABC's care of our Father was above”
“Dear Tom and Staff, Our family is so appreciative of each of you! Your dedicating, caring”
“This company is amazing. When I met Cindy, my mom was in acute care and”
“I am a current client of this provider Everybody in this company is amazing. From the”
“Always Best Care Denver South provides outstanding care and placement services. They truly care for”
“I had used another service for my Mom and changed to Always Best Care and was amazed. I know it’s tough to find good staff and the people we had were so caring and attentive. Strongly recommend.”
“Many positive things have taken place since beginning of CO-VD19 in March. ABC took my concerns seriously about care for and to ensure my elderly parents stay safe. They made necessary changes immediately. Jen is great to work with and Pearla is incredible.”
“The Denver South office of Always Best Care provided senior care services to our mother for almost two years up until Mom passed away. The care providers they provided did a superb job of caring for Mom while running errands, taking her to her doctor appointments, making sure she took her medications and occasionally taking her to the hospital for medical emergencies. The office staff did a great job of maintaining the care providers schedule so that Mom would always have the same two CPs every week. Neither my brother or I lived in the same town as our mother so she needed in home care providers if she was going to be able to stay in her home. Without ABC's services, Mom would not have been able to remained in her home up until the time of her passing. Because of ABC and the tremendous service and care of their care providers and office based staff, Mom was able to fulfill her goal of living in her beautiful home until the end. Thank you ABC of Denver South!”
“Very nice and caring staff. Helped me out in a bind and was even able to add an extra day on super short notice. My uncle was very happy with the caregivers as well. Will be using when long term care is needed :)”
“Great company to work for. If you are looking for care for your loved one this is the right company. I've been working for this company as a caregiver for a little over a month and they are on top of keeping you busy with plenty of work.”
“After working with two other agencies, Always Best Care provided the highest level of exceptional care for my mother while she was with hospice care. It is hard to find the high quality care that parents deserve and ABC definitely hit it. The care coordinator Kathryn made sure our needs were met and it happened instantaneously. Also, the care givers were exceptional and made sure my mother was always comfortable”
“We are so happy we chose Always Best Care as our care agency. My mother and father both were very fragile and we brought Always Best Care into the home and they created a safe and loving environment for our parents. Once my father passed Cindy was very instrumental in helping navigate our family to find a community where our mom could have quality of life and be comfortable. We will always be grateful for the compassion and love that Always Best Care Denver South provided.”
“Thank you for the staff of Always Best Care Denver South for being such a huge help and being part of our family for so many years. We can't thank you enough for the care and love that you showed to our dad. You brought quality of life to him in is last years. We will always be grateful.”
“Very professional, and helpful. Cindy K. did a great job of helping my Mom move from a very poor assisted living situation to one where she can be happy. Cindy took the time to assess my Mom's situation, and then made placement recommendations based on what my Mom and her family needed. Based on assessment data, Cindy found four AL vendors for Mom to visit. Cindy setup the appts, and attended the tours with Mom and family. She made sure that what she exposed Mom to was within her ability to pay, and were places with good reputations for care/services. Once Mom chose a vendor, Cindy kept tabs on the process and even followed up after Mom was moved into her new home.”
“I am a current client of this provider Very professional, and helpful. Cindy K. did a great job of helping my Mom move from a very poor assisted living situation to one where she can be happy. Cindy took the time to assess my Mom's situation, and then made placement recommendations based on what my Mom and her family needed. Based on assessment data, Cindy found four AL vendors for Mom to visit. Cindy setup the appts, and attended the tours with Mom and family. She made sure that what she exposed Mom to was within her ability to pay, and were places with good reputations for care/services. Once Mom chose a vendor, Cindy kept tabs on the process and even followed up after Mom was moved into her new home.”
“Great company! They know their business and seniors. They were willing to make arrangements on short notice and did their best to make my mom comfortable and safe. I would definitely recommend always best care.”
“I have worked for Always Best Care Senior Services for several years both as a caregiver and now as a scheduler. They have a great support staff and a team approach that supports not only the clients but also the caregivers. You can’t go wrong with Always Best Care as a caregiver or client. Call today!”
“Working for ABC as a manager has been a joy I haven't experienced in previous employment. I enjoy exceeding client expectations and creating a positive employment experience for our caregivers. In turn we have amazing personalized customer service and flexibility to meet everyone's ever changing needs.”
“Always responsive, always caring, goes above and beyond, experienced and always thoughtful, best choice I could have made.”
“I am a past client of this provider An experienced caregiver came weekly, never cancelled or changed. They were incredible in helping find a care home when that became necessary. Always caring, always responsive, experienced caregivers, thoughtful, understanding, will always work with your needs or changes, on time, easy to contact, went above and beyond in services. Worked very hard to find a caregiver when I needed one, including changing a caregiver's schedule to meet my ongoing or additional needs.”
“Just a quick note to say thank you for all your care that you gave to my Mom in her last years of her life. All the caregivers were amazing and the management staff was always available when ever we needed them. We will always be grateful for your care and your loving hearts.”
“The care and compassion provided to my mother and to our family has made the transition from independent living to residence in a retirement village is so appreciated!! I don't know how we would have managed to navigate the decisions that had to be made! I highly recommend their services!”
“Everyone is a team player!! No one in the company feels like a stranger. The company takes the time to know caregivers individually and feel valued as employees”
“My family needed to find a new home for my grandma. She had been residing in a 55 and older community and her care requirements increased significantly. Honestly, we had no idea where to look, what to look for, what questions to ask, and even more so, what to do when her money ran out. Jerry was a HUGE help in this. He took something that was extremely emotional and stressful and made it very simple. He really did care where my grandma ended up. Not only is she in a great place now, but because she loves her home her assisted needs have decreased because she is happier and healthier. This could not have been possible without Jerry. Our family thanks you for giving us our Grandma/Mom the life that she deserves. You have brought Senior Care to a whole new level”
“Simpy IDEAL. We couldn't have asked for better care. Each individual, from my very first call to those who came to check on us all in Hospice, was genuinely caring and devoted. God Sends, every one!!”
“I am a past client of this provider Incomparable! ABC's care of our Father was above and beyond anything we could have imagined - Each Home Care provider brought such gentle, sensitive, capable talent to our entire family. We were thoroughly exhausted and feared bringing an 'outsider' in to care for Jack. But OH! What a GIFT it was to have ABC join our efforts. Don't wait- We wish we'd called sooner!”
“Dear Tom and Staff, Our family is so appreciative of each of you! Your dedicating, caring Care Givers will be forever in our memories. You all added quality to Maurice's life. Thank you - plus your cards and phone calls of sympathy”
“This company is amazing. When I met Cindy, my mom was in acute care and we needed a lot of help. She sat down with me to figure out what services we need and since that time, we have had nothing but wonderful people coming out to care for my parents. in addition, the schedulers are amazing and will make sure we have help even if we call last minute. You will be very happy with this company if you need help caring for a loved one.”
“I am a current client of this provider Everybody in this company is amazing. From the moment I met Cindy, I have had nothing but relief with my parents as they ensure my parents are well taken care of. From making meals to light house keeping and errands, my parents are getting everything they need. When we need someone in a pinch, we can trust that someone will be there and everyone is so nice and caring!!! Thank you Always Best!!!”
“Always Best Care Denver South provides outstanding care and placement services. They truly care for both their clients and staff! Best care in town.”
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 Lions Park in Golden, 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 Abejas or visit Golden History Museum, 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 Golden, 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 Golden, 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 Golden, 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.
IntroductionLookout Mountain Road is an iconic destination that provides access to local communities, open spaces, historical sites, trails, stunning views of the front range, and lots of recreational opportunities. The roadway serves various users, from bicyclists and pedestrians to motorists, motorcyclists, and the occasional hang glider. It is important that this road is safe for all users who enjoy it. Therefore, the county is considering roadway design recommendations to improve functionality and safety for all users.Lo...
Lookout Mountain Road is an iconic destination that provides access to local communities, open spaces, historical sites, trails, stunning views of the front range, and lots of recreational opportunities. The roadway serves various users, from bicyclists and pedestrians to motorists, motorcyclists, and the occasional hang glider. It is important that this road is safe for all users who enjoy it. Therefore, the county is considering roadway design recommendations to improve functionality and safety for all users.
See the Lookout Mountain Road Study (PDF).
The Jefferson County Transportation and Engineering Division completed a corridor study for the "front side" of Lookout Mountain Road between the City of Golden boundary with unincorporated Jefferson County to the Buffalo Bill Museum and Grave access. This segment is about 4.1 miles long. The purpose of the study was to improve roadway safety and operations. The study conducted transportation safety and operational analysis, engaged the public and major stakeholders, and identified conceptual design solutions to:
The Lookout Mountain Road Study Final Report was published in February 2025. It developed more than 40 initial safety improvements based on design best practices, established project goals and objectives, and public input. This resulted in recommendations to move forward with several spot treatments along the corridor as funding becomes available, and to further consider two alternatives for overall roadway operations.
The study recommends spot treatment improvements to include:
The study evaluated five conceptual roadway configurations and retained two cross-section alternatives for further consideration.
The one-way alternative significantly changes how the public and emergency responders use the corridor. Selecting a preferred alternative for the overall roadway operation will require additional public engagement, collaboration with first responders, and data collection to assess impacts on emergency response access.
Transportation and Engineering is monitoring the corridor for two to three years. Afterward, more analysis and engagement with law enforcement and first responders can occur. At that time, the county would need to gain support from all other agencies before considering to move forward with a one-way configuration.
Jefferson County is continuing its momentum towards implementation by identifying available federal, state, regional, and local funding sources to incorporate spot treatment enhancements.
Chimney Gulch Trail is a popular regional connector visited by many recreationalists. It connects Golden to the top of Lookout Mountain and the Windy Saddle Trail and Park. The trail crosses Lookout Mountain Road at two locations. This project will enhance both crossings by installing high visibility crosswalk pavement markings and Rapid Rectangular Flashing Beacon (RRFB) warning signs to improve safety for all users. The project is partially funded by a Jefferson County Parks and Open Space Trails Partnership Program (TPP) grant with installation to be complete in fall 2026. These enhancements align with findings from the corridor study.
A sign survey will be completed in spring 2026 to confirm all signage:
Signage changes will be made in fall 2026.
Lookout Mountain Road, between the Chimney Gulch Trail pullout and Lookout Mountain Park, travels through Jefferson County Open Space and Denver Mountain Parks. After several years of discussions with the community and support from a broad coalition of stakeholders, these agencies collaborated to move forward with the installation of automatic closure gates that limit vehicle access during park closure hours and significant snow events.
The Lookout Mountain Proposed Nighttime Vehicle Access Management Project is led by Jefferson County Parks and Open Space in close partnership with the Sheriff's office and other key stakeholders. Learn more on the Lookout Mountain Road Nighttime Vehicle Access Management website.
Jefferson County held an open house meeting to explore and discuss draft concepts for Lookout Mountain Road improvements.
Aug. 27-29 – Lockridge Arena – Golden, Colo. – Mines (0-0) vs. Cal Poly Humboldt (0-0) – Thursday, 5 p.m. [] [] Mines (0-0) vs. Cal State Dominguez Hills (0-0) – Friday, 12 p.m. [] [] Mines (0-0) vs. Flagler (0-0) – Friday, 4:30 p.m. [] [] Mines (0-0) vs. Rockhurst (0-0) – Saturday, 3:30 p.m. [] [...
ANOTHER OREDIGGER CLASSIC The Colorado School of Mines Volleyball team opens its 2026 season this Thursday, hosting the 21st Oredigger Volleyball Classic at Lockridge Arena. The invitational is presented again by Marriott Denver West. Mines plays Cal Poly Humboldt at 5 p.m. on Thursday. Then, on Friday, the Orediggers host Cal State Dominguez Hills at 12 p.m. and Flagler at 4:30 p.m. Mines plays Rockhurst in Saturday's finale at 3:30 p.m. as well. Overall, the Oredigger Volleyball Classic features eight teams playing a total of 15 matches on two courts inside Lockridge Arena.
LIVE COVERAGE All 15 matches will stream exclusively on the RMAC Network (pay-per-view). Kienan Dixon and Alex Becker will take turns providing play-by-play commentary for the matches featuring the Orediggers. All 15 contests will also have live statistics (linked above) and on the page.
RMAC NETWORK The RMAC Network continues to have a pay-per-view model for all events. Fans can purchase monthly and annual subscriptions that will provide them access to all regular-season, championship, and archived broadcasts on the RMAC Network. A monthly subscription costs $25, and an annual subscription costs $130. Single-game passes are available for $12.50, which grants access to a single game for 24 hours. For technical support questions, fans can contact or email the RMAC directly (). .
GET YOUR TICKETS Fans are encouraged to purchase digital tickets or print tickets at home ahead of the tournament by going to . Adults are $10 for the entire day. Children, seniors, and military are $5 for the day. Mines faculty, staff, and students receive complimentary admission and can obtain tickets by logging in at tickets.minesathletics.com with their Mines single sign-on. Additionally, children age 11 and under are free.
PARKING It's important to note that the Diamond Lot (Lot D at 1651 Elm Street) will be closed all day Friday for Celebration of Mines. Fans on Friday can still park in the Maple Street Parking Garage (1400 Maple Street) and will need to pay for parking before 5 p.m. on Thursday and Friday. Parking is free all day Saturday, but will be impacted by Mines football hosting Western Oregon at home.
THE FORMAT Thursday, Friday, and Saturday mark the 21st edition of the Oredigger Volleyball Classic. Once again, the event is sponsored by Marriott Denver West. The 2026 edition features a total of eight teams including Mines. Action begins Thursday evening with three total matches inside Lockridge Arena with start times at 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. Friday brings more double-barrel action with two courts rolling inside The Lock. Match times are 12 p.m., 2 p.m., 4:30 p.m., and 6:30 p.m. The 2 p.m. slot does not have a match on the second court. Saturday includes simultaneous courts to start the day at 9:30 a.m. before paring down to one court with action at 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m., and 3:30 p.m. Matches may begin late, but will not run ahead for any reason.
ATTENDING TEAMS Seven other teams will be guests of the Orediggers for three straight days. Those teams are Cal Poly Humboldt, Cal State Dominguez Hills, Colorado Christian, Flagler, Northern State, UCCS, and Rockhurst. Northern State, UCCS, and Rockhurst are all receiving votes in the AVCA-Taraflex Division II Preseason Poll. The Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference will be well represented with three teams in the field including Mines, Colorado Christian, and UCCS. Cal Poly Humboldt and Cal State Dominguez Hills both represent the California Collegiate Athletic Association (CCAA). Flagler hails from the Peach Belt Conference (PBC), while Northern State and Rockhurst claim the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference (NSIC) and Great Lakes Valley Conference (GLVC), respectively.
MINES' SLATE As mentioned above, the Orediggers start their annual invite against Cal Poly Humboldt on Thursday at 5 p.m. Mines faces Cal State Dominguez Hills and Flagler on Friday at 12 p.m. and 4:30 p.m., respectively. Rockhurst marks the opponent for the weekend finale at 3:30 p.m. on Saturday. Combined, Mines' four opponents posted a 2025 record of 56-62. Specifically, Flagler went 22-13 with a 12-3 mark in PBC play which tied the Saints for #1 in the league. They eventually won the PBC Tournament and advanced to the second round of the NCAA tournament. Also notable is Rockhurst which posted a 22-11 (11-2 GLVC) mark, good enough for #2 in the league. The Hawks also played their way into the second round of the NCAA tournament. On the other side, Cal Poly Humboldt and Cal State Dominguez Hills had down years, combining for just 12 total wins, and failing to make the postseason.
SCOUTING THE FIELD Including Mines, this weekend's field features four teams that advanced to the NCAA tournament last season including the Orediggers, Flagler, UCCS, and Rockhurst. The combined 2025 record of all eight teams coming to Golden this weekend was 134-98. Flagler and UCCS were both co-conference champions last year. Northern State made the postseason in the highly touted NSIC but didn't advance to the NCAA bracket. Cal Poly Humboldt, Cal State Dominguez Hills, and Colorado Christian all missed the postseason completely. Mines, Flagler, UCCS, and Rockhurst all surpassed 20 wins in 2025 with the Mountain Lions boasting the best record at 26-4.
OREDIGGER CLASSIC HISTORY The Oredigger Volleyball Classic started in 2005 under former Mines Head Volleyball Coach Shelly Johnson. When current head lady Jamie Magalei took over in 2008, she made it Mines' season opener and it has stayed that way for 17 of the last 19 seasons. Overall, the hosts tout a record of 61-20 in the invitational with Coach Magalei going 55-14 during her time at the helm. The Orediggers have won a total of 197 sets compared to 85 losses. Magalei's set record is 173-74. Since 2014, Mines is 33-10 at the Oredigger Classic including 18 sweeps, 11 four-setters, and four five-set classics. Most recently, in 2025, Magalei's Orediggers went 4-0 for the first time since 2018. Mines reeled off a trio of four-setters against South Dakota Mines, Davenport, and Valdosta State before taking then-#14 ranked Grand Valley State to five sets and knocking off the Lakers.
IN THE POLLS Earlier this month, the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference (RMAC) and American Volleyball Coaches' Association (AVCA) both released their preseason polls and Mines was featured in both. The Orediggers tied for third in the RMAC Preseason Coaches' poll. They were knotted up with defending national champion MSU Denver while UCCS and Colorado Mesa slotted #1 and #2, respectively. Mines also received votes in the AVCA-Taraflex Division II Preseason Poll. The 23 votes were equivalent to #35 in the nation. Other RMAC and South Central Region teams in the national rankings included #3 MSU Denver, #19 West Texas A&M, and #21 Angelo State while UCCS, Colorado Mesa, and Dallas Baptist all received votes as well. The conference and national recognition comes after a resurgent 2025 campaign in which Mines went 21-8 (10-4 RMAC), finished #4 in the conference standings, and advanced to the NCAA tournament for the first time since 2022.
SAVVY VETS Head Coach Jamie Magalei has 13 Orediggers returning from her 2025 roster. Those Mines veterans include Tori Garrett, Brinleigh Davis, Cadence McDonald, Abbie O'Shay, Naomi Romslo, Olivia Murillo, Jenna McLaughlin, Layla Padgett, Presley Powell, Avery Perreira, Francesca Nuzzo, Adrienne Enriquez, and Eryn Hiraki. Romslo, Powell, and Nuzzo make up the returning seniors. McLaughlin, O'Shay, and Nuzzo were All-RMAC in 2025 with McLaughlin earning all-region distinction as well.
NOD TO THE NEWCOMERS Mines volleyball had six fresh faces join the squad this fall. Kennedie Browning, Caroline Walden, Kaiya Gilbert, Sophia Davila, and Bailey Rosander all arrived in Golden as true freshmen. Emily Rohrer joined the Orediggers as a graduate transfer from Southwest Minnesota State in the NSIC. Browning hails from Texas with Walden and Davila coming from Texas. Gilbert stayed in her home state of Colorado after playing at Castle View High School. Rosander made a quick trip from Salt Lake City Utah to become an Oredigger.
AT THE HELM The 2026 season marks the 19th with Jamie Magalei at the helm for Mines volleyball. She's the program's all-time leader in total wins (384-147) and win percentage (.723) by a large margin. Magalei is also the longest-tenured and winningest head coach among current RMAC skippers. Furthermore, the North Dakota native is 18th in winning percentage and 38th in total wins among active DII head coaches. She surpassed 300 career wins in 2021. She's one of six to reach the milestone while coaching in the RMAC. Through the 2025 season, Magalei has coached 32 all-America selections, three CSC Academic All-Americans, and 72 all-conference performers. Her resume also includes three Regional Players of the Year, two Regional Freshmen of the Year, and 16 RMAC major award winners. Magalei has guided Mines to six RMAC regular-season championships, and five RMAC Tournament titles with 13 consecutive NCAA tournament appearances from 2009-22 (no NCAA tournament in 2020) and 14 overall. She also guided the Orediggers to either a conference regular-season or tournament title every season from 2012-21 including a sweep of both in 2015.
MAGALEI LEADS THE RMAC As referenced above, Mines Head Coach Jamie Magalei is the longest-tenured and winningest head coach among current RMAC skippers. At 384-147 (.723) overall, she's nearly 190 wins ahead of Grayson DuBose at Black Hills State who is just in his second season at BHSU but his 16th overall. Magalei's also over 190 wins ahead of Colorado Christian's Bobby Blanken who's entering his 10th season at CCU with 192 victories. Regis' Joel List is also entering his 10th season at Regis which ties him and Blanken for the second-longest tenure in the RMAC among active head coaches. List also ranks second in overall winning percentage behind Magalei at .674.
UP NEXT The Orediggers' next action will be four matches at the Cal State East Bay Tournament in Hayward, Calif. Competition there starts Thursday and ends Saturday morning. Live coverage information and a full preview will be available next week at www.minesathletics.com.
Fans can keep up with Mines volleyball on "X" (formerly Twitter) at @MinesVolleyball and on Instagram at @mines.volleyball. They can also keep up with Colorado School of Mines Athletics all year long on Facebook, "X" and Instagram using the handle @MinesAthletics.
and last updated 5:36 PM, Aug 29, 2026GOLDEN, CO — CoorsTek is renovating a six-block stretch of downtown Golden, Colorado, returning the Coors family to the site where its industrial legacy began more than a century ago.The project centers on a cluster of original brick buildings on Fourth Street, including one where the Coors family made glass bottles starting in 1886, then pottery, porcelain bowls and plates, and ceramics used in scientific equipment. It is also where the aluminum can was invented.Watch Mike ...
and last updated 5:36 PM, Aug 29, 2026
GOLDEN, CO — CoorsTek is renovating a six-block stretch of downtown Golden, Colorado, returning the Coors family to the site where its industrial legacy began more than a century ago.
The project centers on a cluster of original brick buildings on Fourth Street, including one where the Coors family made glass bottles starting in 1886, then pottery, porcelain bowls and plates, and ceramics used in scientific equipment. It is also where the aluminum can was invented.
Watch Mike Castellucci's report in the video below:
"The invention of the aluminum can happened right here on the Clayworks site to service the beer industry," said Darden Coors.
For Darden Coors, whose great-great-grandfather Adolph Coors went into business with a nearby brewery just a few years before the Fourth Street building's story began, walking through the space is personal.
"It's touching and fun to think back what all happened in this space over the decades," Darden said.
Melanie Keerins, the Coors family artivist, described the renovation as a homecoming.
"We're bringing the Coors family back home," Keerins said.
The renovation has also turned up unexpected discoveries. Before construction began, workers unearthed intact glass bottles buried underground dating back to 1887 — pieces the archive had never held before.
"Before we started construction on this site, we didn't have a single example of our glass bottles in our archive, and very few existed anywhere," Keerins said.
"What's fascinating is you wouldn't think you'd find a complete intact bottle buried underground that dates back to 1887 — really, really cool," Keerins said.
The site now holds a room filled with artifacts, including stamped pieces of Coors Thermos Porcelain alongside the newly excavated finds.
The renovation will eventually span six blocks and will include not only original Coors buildings but other historic structures, among them the old Golden High School. Keerins said the surrounding area once included houses, a cobbler, and a sausage maker.
"Who knows what we're going to find that connect not only to Coors but to Golden," Keerins said.
Darden said many locals may not fully realize what was created in Buildings 2 and 3 over the decades.
"The locals have driven by this for decades. We revitalized the mural on top. It says Coors USA chemical and scientific porcelain," Darden said.
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What is a Treasurer's DeedA treasurer's deed is a document that transfers ownership to a property to a new grantee free of any previous liens or rights of ownership. Every November the Treasurer’s office has an online auction to sell unpaid property taxes. The taxes are purchased by investors. The investor that holds the lien will be notified every August of any unpaid taxes and can endorse those taxes to the existing lien. Property owners or anyone with a legal and vested interest in the property have three years from said ta...
A treasurer's deed is a document that transfers ownership to a property to a new grantee free of any previous liens or rights of ownership. Every November the Treasurer’s office has an online auction to sell unpaid property taxes. The taxes are purchased by investors. The investor that holds the lien will be notified every August of any unpaid taxes and can endorse those taxes to the existing lien. Property owners or anyone with a legal and vested interest in the property have three years from said tax sale to redeem (payoff) the lien. After three years the lien then becomes eligible for the tax lien investor to apply for the treasurer's deed. This process takes a minimum of six to eight months to complete.
A treasurer's deed is an unmarketable deed for at least seven years.
Starting July 1, 2024, under House Bill 24-1056, Treasurer’s Deeds will no longer be automatically issued to the lien holder. Instead, the "option" to obtain a Treasurer’s Deed will be auctioned online to the highest bidder. The opening bid for this auction will cover the Tax Lien amount along with Treasurer’s fees and costs, such as the application deposit, postage fees, as well as clerk recording fees. Please note that Tax Lien Premium Bids will not be included in this opening bid as they are separate from the tax lien principal.
This auction provides an opportunity for the property to be sold for a fair market value determined through bidding. Upon completion of the auction, the lien holder will still have the option to redeem for the auction purchase price if they wish to acquire ownership.
Due to increases in postage, clerk recording fees, title search, advertising fees, auction fees and additional expenses that can accrue during this process, the application deposit for the treasurer’s deed process will be raised to $1,200. Please ensure separate checks are sent for each application.
This entire process can take six to eight months to complete.
Treasurer Deed Applications (PDF) are now being accepted for tax liens that are at least three years old from the original tax sale date (those purchased in 2021 or earlier).
Please read the Rules of Sale (PDF) before participating in the auction for the Treasurer's Deed.
Tax Lien Certificate 200108Schedule/PIN 300020869Treasurer's Deed 2025-029Refer to the for more information about the property.
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