Senior Matters is hosted by Diane Johnson and airs on KDNK Community Access Radio in Carbondale Colorado. It spotlights seniors in the community, representatives of senior services and programs and activities of interest to seniors. The Carbondale community recognizes seniors as a valuable asset and provides the opportunity to contribute and expand their talents and knowledge.
Senior Matters | Reflecting on Senior Matters with Diane Johnson
On this month's episode of Senior Matters, Cody Lee interviews long-time host, Diane Johnson about the next chapter of her life and the legacy of Senior Matters.
3/13/2024 • 27 minutes, 30 seconds
Senior Matters | Mary Kenyon of Meals and More
On this month's episode of Senior Matters, host Diane Johnson interviews Mary Kenyon, founder and director of Meals and More based in Glenwood Springs.
2/15/2024 • 26 minutes, 41 seconds
Senior Matters | Jennifer Johnston Honkey Tonk Vaudeville
On this months episode of Senior Matters, host Diane Johnson speaks with Jennifer Johnston, director and producer of Honkey Tonk Vaudeville opening on January 18th at the Glenwood Vaudeville Review.
1/11/2024 • 29 minutes, 30 seconds
Senior Matters | Ron Kokish
On this month's edition of Senior Matters, host Diane Johnson speaks with Ron Kokish about Hanukkah and Jewish history.
12/14/2023 • 27 minutes, 37 seconds
Senior Matters | November 8, 2023
11/9/2023 • 27 minutes, 30 seconds
Senior Matters | 2024 Medicare
On this episode of Senior Matters, host Diane Johnson speaks about 2024 Medicare & You.
In this episode of Senior Matters from our archives, KDNK's former Development Director Erin Galbreath returns to the studios wearing her animal lover's hat. She was Event and Development Director at Colorado Animal Rescue for nearly three years (2020-2022) before becoming human resources director at Ascendigo. Erin and Diane talk about pet adoption, how CARE operates, and how pets can help fill human life.
7/12/2023 • 24 minutes, 54 seconds
Senior Matters | Kindred Spirits
Buckle up, because this month's episode of Senior Matters gets ROWDY. Local a cappella group Kindred Spirits performs live in the KDNK Studio, Diane makes some NSFW comments about some very inappropriate activities on Flag Day back when she was in elementary school, and can you say "Chihua-WOW"?
6/14/2023 • 25 minutes, 38 seconds
Senior Matters | Akaljeet Khalsa
Host Diane Johnson discusses the process of dying with End-of-Life Doula Akaljeet Khalsa.
5/10/2023 • 24 minutes, 34 seconds
Senior Matters | Stephanie Riverman
On this episode of Senior Matters, host Diane Johnson speaks with Stephanie Riverman about Carbondale’s community gardens.
4/12/2023 • 28 minutes
Senior Matters | Mark Burrows
On this month's episode of Senior Matters, host Diane Johnson interviews Mark Burrows of Pollinator Chocolates. They discuss all things Spring, flowers, bee and, of course, chocolate.
3/8/2023 • 27 minutes, 30 seconds
Senior Matters | Judy Martin
On this episode of Senior Matters, host Diane Johnson welcomes Judy Martin, senior programs manager of Garfield County Department of Human Services. They discuss the SNAPS program, death and dying, and aging.
2/8/2023 • 27 minutes, 30 seconds
Senior Matters | Pastor Darrel Reaves
On this episode of Senior Matters, host Diane Johnson welcomes pastor of the Crystal River Baptist Church, Darrel Reaves.
12/15/2022 • 27 minutes, 30 seconds
Senior Matters | Western Slope Homecare & Steve Skinner
On this episode of Senior Matters, host Diane Johnson welcomes a member of Western Slope Homecare, Sasha, and a former KDNK Executive Director, Steve Skinner.
11/16/2022 • 28 minutes
Senior Matters | Garfield County Senior Programs
On this episode of Senior Matters, host Diane Johnson welcomes Director of Senior Programs in Garfield County Judy Martin. They have a lively discussion about senior programs, events, meals and services.
8/10/2022 • 27 minutes, 30 seconds
Senior Matters | Hydration & Breathing with John Norton
On this episode of Senior Matters, host Diane Johnson gives a personal update then discusses hydration and breathing exercises with healing professional John Norton.
7/13/2022 • 26 minutes, 30 seconds
Senior Matters | Your Personal Wellness Practice
Host Diane Johnson and guest Tai Chi, Reiki, and Shiatsu Master Lyn Byars discuss personal wellness practices.
3/10/2022 • 25 minutes, 30 seconds
Senior Matters: Sopris Lodge comes into KDNK
Senior Matters host Diane Johnson speaks with Sopris Lodge Executive Director Mike Luciano and Community Relations Manager Molly DeMarr.
2/10/2022 • 29 minutes, 20 seconds
Scott Shirley on Senior Matters
Host Diane Johnson interviews Scott Shirley, Program Director at Lift Up, about Farm to Food Pantry, a food distribution program serving residents of the Roaring Fork Valley community.
10/13/2021 • 26 minutes, 5 seconds
Senior Matters: "Valley Meals and More" and "Liftup"
Diane has a conversation with Mary Kenyan from Valley Meals and More plus volunteers Alice and Steve from LIFT-UP about what these organizations are doing for our senior community.
9/8/2021 • 25 minutes, 6 seconds
Senior Matters Interviews Colin Laird
Diane Johnson interviews Executive Director of the Third Street Center, Colin Laird.
7/14/2021 • 25 minutes, 15 seconds
Meet the Man Behind the Sno-Cones
It's Ted Zislis! And he joins Diane on Senior Matters to talk about the crew at the Senior Matters Sno-Cone Stand at the Carbondale Wild West Rodeo. They also talk about sneaker recycling and other local happenings.
6/9/2021 • 24 minutes, 4 seconds
Senior Matters Celebrates Our Furry Friends
Erin Galbreath returns to the KDNK studio, wearing her animal lover's hat. She is the Event and Development Director at Colorado Animal Rescue. Erin and Diane talk about pet adoption, how CARE operates, and how pets can help fill human life.
5/13/2021 • 24 minutes, 57 seconds
Judd Haims on Senior Matters
Judd Haims is the Director of Visiting Angels Living Assistance Services, based in Eagle. He speaks with host Diane Johnson about how he was moved to become a caregiver and how to get seniors reconnected to old hobbies, like fly fishing!
4/14/2021 • 24 minutes, 1 second
Senior Matters Celebrates International Women's Day
Two long-time KDNK voices get together in-studio to celebrate International Women's Day. Diane Johnson and Amy Kimberly talk about living in Carbondale, upcoming town events, and they welcome spring's feathered friends.
3/11/2021 • 24 minutes, 56 seconds
Senior Matters Praises "Git'er Done, Girls"
This time on Senior Matters, Diane Johnson speaks with Jorie DeVilbliss, who's been providing support and sometimes overlooked services for seniors through "Git'er Done Girls" and "Hometown Tech." Diane has recently downsized and moved to Crystal Meadows. Jorie talks about how she helps facilitate similar moves for her clients.
2/12/2021 • 23 minutes, 52 seconds
Mary Kenyon Returns to Senior Matters
Host Diane Johnson encourages seniors to break out their spikes and get their winter walks in safely! Mary Kenyon of Valley Meals and More calls in from her own evening walk to talk about her work in the senior community, the importance of volunteers, and more.
1/14/2021 • 24 minutes, 26 seconds
From the Archives: Lift-Up Director Angela Mills on Senior Matters
This episode of Senior Matters first aired in November, 2019, when host Diane Johnson spoke to Lift-Up Executive Director Angela Mills. Lift-Up is a local nonprofit creating a bridge to empowerment and self reliance.
12/10/2020 • 22 minutes, 13 seconds
Senior Matters Honors Veterans Day
This month, Senior Matters falls on Veterans Day! Diane calls up retired U.S. Airforce Colonel Gregory J. Rosenmerkel to talk about service and the evolution of the Department of Veterans Affairs.
11/12/2020 • 23 minutes, 57 seconds
The Highs and Lows of Diabetes Management on Senior Matters
Nutritionist Marcey Robinson calls in from a hair appointment to chat diabetes management with Diane Johnson.
