ARVADA – U.S. Senator Michael Bennet visited Arbor View Senior Living on October 21 to join residents, healthcare leaders, and senior advocates for a roundtable discussion on the rising costs of prescription medications.
The event, hosted in partnership with nonprofit Healthier Colorado, focused on how upcoming federal healthcare policy shifts could impact older adults across Colorado heading into 2027. With Medicare open enrollment underway Nov. 1, residents and local pharmacists shared firsthand accounts of the difficult choices seniors face when dealing with high out-of-pocket medical bills.
During the discussion, Senator Bennet listened to community members outline the trade-offs they must regularly make to afford vital treatments. He emphasized his continued legislative priorities to reduce healthcare barriers and lower prescription costs for seniors.
“We were honored to welcome Senator Bennet to our campus,” said Elizabeth Girling, vice president of operations for WellAge Senior Living, which owns and operates Arbor View Senior Living. “It was enlightening to hear from patients and patient advocates about issues they face.”
Girling was joined on the roundtable group by individuals living with chronic conditions, parents of disabled children, a pharmacist and several patient advocates.
Located at 8001 W. 71st Ave. in Arvada, Arbor View Senior Living is an award-winning 55+ retirement community featuring 56 independent living apartments and 32 assisted living residences, including studio and one-bedroom options. Opened in 1964, the locally owned and operated community provides older adults opportunities to continue enjoying life’s best experiences.
About Arbor View Senior Living
Arbor View Senior Living is a Colorado-based retirement community offering independent living, assisted living, and respite care services for seniors age 55+. Conveniently located in a quiet neighborhood situated atop Hackberry Hill, the 13-acre campus offers a serene retirement lifestyle with breathtaking mountain views and is within a short driving distance of Olde Town Arvada’s retail shops, restaurants, parks, and performing art venues. Arbor View Senior Living is managed by WellAge Senior Living, a respected senior care management company.
