My DougCo Senior Life

You’ve told us what you need to age well in Douglas County through surveys and Commissioner-led listening tours. As part of Older Americans Month, formally recognized by the Douglas County Board of County Commissioners at their May 26 Business Meeting, we are working to connect older adults with resources to age well and live independently.

Visit our webpage to learn about Douglas County's Older Adult Initiative and connect with the tools to help older adults maintain independence: https://www.douglasco.gov/living-long-and-aging-well-in-douglas-county/

One year ago, Douglas County launched Link On Demand in Highlands Ranch. Today, the service is highly rated (riders give it 4.9 out of 5 stars) and is having a positive economic impact.

Based on national research, communities often see $4 in economic and social return for every $1 invested in on-demand transportation.

That includes easier access to jobs, healthcare, shopping, and local businesses—plus the creation of local jobs. Those wages circulate throughout the community as employees spend money locally, support businesses, and contribute tax revenue.

With a projected $6 million investment in 2026, Link could generate an estimated $25 million in positive community impact.

Book your ride today: https://www.douglasco.gov/community-services/link-on-demand/

Can you or your organization help older adults maintain independent living in Douglas County? Douglas County’s Older Adult Initiative is currently seeking proposals for grant funding in four priority areas:

-Transportation

-Housing

-In-Home Services

-Access to Resources and Information

If you can help expand these services, address service gaps or introduce a new approach to serve our older adult community, visit our webpage to apply by May 6: https://www.douglas.co.us/community-services/grants-older-adults/

Did you know the Link On Demand rideshare service consistently receives a 4.9 out of 5-star rating from riders?

Free on-demand transportation is available to everyone in Lone Tree and Highlands Ranch now and expanding east into Parker this April.

Visit our webpage to download the app and book a ride: https://www.douglas.co.us/community-services/link-on-demand/