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Who We Are..
Established in 1968, The Colorado Association of Homes and Services for the Aging (CAHSA) is the state's largest and oldest nonprofit organization representing providers of senior housing and aging services to Colorado's elderly. More than 200 member organizations belong to CAHSA, including assisted living residences, nursing homes, retirement communities, independent living, HUD housing, adult day programs and other community-based services.

CAHSA advocates public policy initiatives that support individual rights, quality care, equitable access and reimbursement for seniors. CAHSA is the state affiliate for three national organizations: the Assisted Living Federation of America (ALFA), the American Association of Homes and Services for the Aging (AAHSA) and the National Adult Day Services Association (NADSA).

What We Do...
CAHSA is committed to providing our membership with the techniques, data, information and education necessary to assist them in adapting and modifying their programs in response to ongoing changes in senior living and long-term care. In an effort to assist members in growth and development as a result of industry challenges, members are provided with educational programming on a wide range of relevant topics, valuable information about the latest trends and events, networking opportunities, and representation within the legislative processes at both the national and local levels. Additionally, CAHSA seeks opportunities for informing the general public about the issues and concerns of our members.

CAHSA Mission Statement
The Colorado Association of Homes and Services for the Aging serves its members and advances a continuum of care choices through advocacy, education and knowledge exchange.

Our Promise

The CAHSA community inspires and empowers members to serve with integrity, excellence and passion.

CAHSA Staff

Laura Landwirth - President & CEO
303-837-8834
Karen Simmering - Director of Operations
303-837-8834

CAHSA Board of Directors

Maureen Hewitt, Chair
Total Longterm Care

Lynn O'Connor, Chair-Elect
Frasier Meadows Retirement Community

Russ DenBraber, Past Chair
Christian Living Communities

Shareen Anderson, Treasurer
Good Samaritan Society Bonell Community

Vennita Jenkins, Secretary
The Granville Assisted Living Center

Elisabeth Borden
The Highland Group

Sharon Caulfield
Caplan and Earnest, LLC

Craig Erickson
Wind Crest