News
Colorado is undergoing a major demographic shift, and the Multi-Sector Plan on Aging is at the forefront of preparing our communities for the future. This page features updates and media coverage on the Multi-Sector Plan on Aging's development and implementation. Check back often to stay informed about how Colorado is working across sectors to build an age-friendly state for everyone.
News Coverage
Oct. 9 is National Ageism Awareness Day (CBS News Colorado)
Oct. 9, 2025: Ageism Awareness Day aims to draw attention to ageism, which includes stereotypes, prejudice and discrimination based on age. CBS News Colorado interviewed Kristine Burrows, who leads the Multi-Sector Plan on Aging, about ageism. Watch the interview.
State plan aims to support "next chapter" for Colorado’s aging workers (Denver 7)
Sept. 30, 2025: Denver7 reported on a statewide listening session where older Coloradans voiced their frustrations with job hunting later in life. The session was designed to gather the real-life experiences of older workers. Read the article.
State unveils 10-year plan to address needs among Colorado's growing older population (Denver7)
Aug. 14, 2025: Denver7 sat down with residents, advocates, and nonprofits to listen to the obstacles many older adults face in securing state resources. They also spoke with state officials, including the Multi-Sector Plan on Aging's Kristine Burrows. Read the article.
Rural Colorado seniors try to grow old in “God’s waiting place.” But funding for services isn’t keeping up. (The Colorado Sun)
May 27, 2025: The Colorado Sun reported that residents of Custer County — the oldest county in Colorado — face challenges with transportation and services to age in place. Read the article.
Embracing and empowering an older population (CPR News)
May 20, 2025: "Colorado Matters" host Chandra Thomas Whitfield interviewed Kristine Burrows, the State’s senior specialist on aging, about the Multi-Sector Plan on Aging. They talked about Colorado’s rapid demographic shift, infrastructure gaps and the importance of collaborative planning. Read the interview and a transcript.
Longtime neighbors on same Denver street wonder whether to stay (The Colorado Sun)
May 18, 2025: The Colorado Sun spoke to three longtime Denver neighbors who face emotional and financial hurdles as they age in place. Their stories reflect broader statewide housing challenges, prompting Colorado’s Multi-Sector Plan on Aging to explore solutions that support independence, accessibility, affordability and community for older Coloradans. Read the article.
Colorado drafts comprehensive plan to support seniors (9News)
May 9, 2025: 9News reported that Colorado now has more residents over 60 than under 18. In response, the State developed a 10-year plan to address healthcare shortages, infrastructure gaps and ageism. 9News interviewed Kristine Burrows, the State's senior specialist on aging. Read the article.
Press Releases and Blog Posts
CDHS Releases Colorado’s First-Ever Multi-Sector Plan on Aging (Press Release)
July 2, 2025: Colorado is leading the way in improving and developing resources to support all of us as we age. The State’s first-ever Multi-Sector Plan on Aging, which serves as a blueprint for these comprehensive plans, is now available on the Multi-Sector Plan on Aging website. Read the press release.
Thank You to the Multi-Sector Plan on Aging's Stakeholders (Blog Post)
July 1, 2025: The Colorado Department of Human Services is incredibly grateful to the partners and community members who provided feedback on the Multi-Sector Plan on Aging during the public comment period. Thank you for reviewing and taking the time to provide meaningful ideas to this effort. Read the blog post.
CDHS Releases a Draft of Multi-Sector Plan on Aging (Press Release)
April 18, 2025: The Colorado Department of Human Services is leading the State’s efforts to improve and develop resources to support all Coloradans as we age, which includes developing the first-ever Multi-Sector Plan on Aging. An initial draft of the plan is now available for review. Read the press release.