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2019 Alzheimer's Association Sponsor's Scavenger Hunt - Colorado Springs Chapter


The ALZ Org is proud to say,
Our sponsors are here to help take dementia away,
Generous of money and their time,
They have donated many a dime;

So, seek them out and say good day,
Ask them why they’re here today,
Each has a reason that you’ll find uplifts,
And maybe you’ll end up receiving a gift!

As a presenting sponsor, this company cares,
The millions they commit to their research fund shares,
Important info so this disease can be beat,
Edward Jones says this disease we will defeat!

Blazer Electric’s sponsorship is gold,
Starting a family business was bold,
Tool rental, electronics and wires they sold,
Each year, they walk and give more and more,
To help family members like mine and like yours;

This silver sponsor is a dental shop,
Comfort Dental’s community involvement is nonstop,
Everything they were doing today they dropped,
Ending this disease is something they won’t swap!

This silver sponsor is RM PACE,
They care for the elderly with tenderness and grace,
They promote independence like a warm embrace,
Come to their booth and ask all about their place!

Bonaventure of the Springs has retirement perfected!
It has meals and comfy rooms just as expected,
Residents can be alone or with friends so they feel connected,
Ask them how your retirement living is protected!
Springs Ranch Community is a place that cares,
This Silver sponsor has cottages with flair,
Residents share a homestyle meal,
While enriching their lives it’s really a great deal.

A bronze sponsor is Peak View,
There to help, they will see you through,
Highest quality care is what they do,
Their compassion and empathy provides high value!

Providing quality care is Sava’s approach,
Difficult subjects with the nurses you can broach,
Patient happiness is their ultimate goal,
Nurturing environments out they dole;

Experts with compassionate hearts will help,
When something difficult you’ve been dealt,
Providing comfort and dignity is their goal,
Pikes Peak Hospice plays a kindhearted role;

Loads of experience helping the elderly thrive,
The Retreat’s vibrant community feels so alive,
The Bronze sponsor feels health is the key,
To everything their residents they can be!

The Seniors Blue Book helps to age well,
Articles give info that’s really quite swell,
From all across the United States and here,
Resources benefit those who to us are dear;

Envida Cares, as you will see,
They provide transport and home care with ease,
All are welcome because help they will give,
With compassion to support the best life you can live;
Swan Law knows funerals difficult can they be,
But their caring approach will help you see,
The wonderful life your loved one shared with you,
A life well celebrated is what they do;


Giving long term care info is their deal,
Beneficient says it’s their intent is real,
Help with Medicaid and free classes plus,
Networking and services, so get on the bus!


Take your first step toward better living here,
Brookdale team members are all so dear,
Independent and assisted living you can find it now yes,
Their memory care facility is the best!


Their culture of radiance is as jubilant as a pearl,
Morningstar casts a new light onto you it will unfurl;
Bear Creek on Gold Camp Road is great,
Mountain Shadows’ curved stairway is sure to elate!


Victorian architecture and cupolas you might see,
A resident pet can help you to be,
Happy and comfy in your personal space,
Sunrise living will bring a smile to your face

In 1911 it was a home for the sick,
Then Sunny Vista started over brick by brick,
To the elderly they provide support,
So get there quickly, even teleport!

Sandi’s team in memory care,
The Bear Creeks folks are beyond compare,
Their generous spirit really can be rare,
For all these reasons, you should get over there!



Interim Healthcare provides personal care to seniors,
Their team of caregivers have the perfect demeanor,
At Solange, your home is our heart,
Through faith they can help with any hurt,


Encompass Home Health delivers superior outcomes,
They support caregivers and all your loved ones,
YMCA Senior Center values all who walk thru their door,
Offering quality of life experiences, more and more!


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