The Overlooked Connection During American Heart Month February is American Heart Month, a time when most conversations focus on blood pressure, cholesterol, and preventing heart attack. But for older adults, heart health affects more than the heart. It directly impacts: Balance Endurance Mobility Fall risk Independence Understanding the connection between cardiovascular health and fall prevention  is essential for safe aging. Why Heart Health and Fall Risk Are Connected Falls

Many families don’t seek support until a fall, hospitalization, or sudden decline forces them to. But by the time a crisis happens, functional changes have often been building for months or even years. Healthy aging is not about reacting to emergencies. It is about recognizing early signs and getting support before independence is compromised.

Food insecurity affects many people throughout El Paso County, including families, single adults, and older adults living on fixed incomes. Recent assessments show that roughly one in ten residents in our area may struggle to afford enough food each month. Combined with transportation barriers and ongoing changes in local grocery availability, consistent access to healthy food has become a growing challenge for many neighborhoods in Colorado Springs. If you or someone you