Arvada

Arvada, a welcoming community northwest of Denver, provides older adults in the area—notably at ArchWell Health locations—with abundant opportunities for accessible movement, social connection, and enrichment. The Apex Community Recreation Center serves as the local hub for older adults, offering classes, social activities, wellness events, clubs, and community resources designed to support active aging.

Start your day at the Apex Center with drop‑in group fitness classes such as SilverSneakers, chair yoga, balance training, and tai chi. These low-impact sessions are ideally paced for older adults and are included in many insurance-based plan benefits like Silver&Fit or Renew Active. Beyond fitness, the center hosts book clubs, arts & crafts workshops, bingo and card groups, lifelong learning lectures, and monthly social features like the “Senior Friday Club” potlucks and bingo nights. There’s also a small volunteer‑run gift shop and a library corner—great for friendly engagement.

When weather allows, enjoy outdoor wellness at Memorial Park and the adjacent Ralston Creek Trail, featuring paved loops, shaded benches, and serene creekside views—ideal for walking groups or gentle strolls.

The Center also organizes special events and expos, including “High Tea for Seniors,” community wellness fairs, and intergenerational art shows (“Art for the Young at Heart”) that bring together older adults and youth in fun, creative settings—a unique way to stay socially connected.

For additional support, residents can tap into AgeWise Colorado and City of Arvada senior assistance programs, which offer resources such as home safety visits, legal aid, transportation, meals-on-wheels, and benefits counseling—all coordinated through local nonprofits and governmental services.