Senior Matters...

                                        ...because seniors matter! 

People

There are many people who have volunteered their time and energy to establish Senior Matters in Carbondale.  Some of these people are portrayed in this site. 

Virginia “gina” Sterrett – gina had the original idea for Senior Matters …because seniors matter!   She hosted a senior-oriented radio program on KDNK and the concept of a senior organization came from that involvement.  gina worked tirelessly to develop the organization and find funding.  Senior Matters is very grateful for gina’s efforts on behalf of seniors.  She was a Director Emeritus on the Senior Matters Board.  Virginia “gina” Sterrett left us on January 3, 2010.  She will be missed by all of us. 

Beth Mohsenin – Beth is a bookkeeper, who has volunteered to do the paperwork for Senior Matters by serving as our Treasurer.  She does a great job just keeping all the forms and checks in order. 

Diane Johnson – Diane serves on most of the committees in Senior Matters, and has represented the organization in many arenas.  She is our representative to the Parks and Recreation Commission and the Third Street Center Tenant Group.  Diane heads up the refreshment booth at the Carbondale Wild West Rodeo during the summer months. 

Mildred Alsdorf – Mildred was our Garfield County Clerk for years.  In her retirement, Mildred serves on the Senior Matters Board and is the Manager of the RFTA Senior Transportation program.  Mildred serves on the Council on Aging. 

Jan Senne – Jan has vast experience with volunteer organizations, such as Habitat for Humanity.  She serves on the Senior Matters Board in many capacities. 

Dee Blue – Dee is our Board Secretary and brings a wealth of experience to the Senior Matters Board of Directors.  She has been a long time Carbondale resident and has lots of interests in all things senior. 

Mary Wheeler – Mary is a Board Director who is a 20 year valley resident.  She has worked in the Judicial System and has volunteered for a variety of senior activities, especially in the area of nursing.  She has an interest in preserving the histories of seniors. Mary serves on the Program and Marketing Committees. 

Bill Dunn – Bill is a former restaurant expert in and around Carbondale for years.  He will be helping to develop classes for senior men.

Rusty Burtard – Rusty is an experienced Carbondale hand.  She works hard on the Carbondale Wild West Rodeo refreshment booth each summer.  Rusty is a representative to the Council on Aging.  She is a Director Emeritus on the Senior Matters Board. 

Pam Zentmyer – Pam is the ex-officio Board member who represents the Carbondale Board of Trustees.  She has been working hard on the Third Street Center lease for our new facility and serves on several committees.   She is a bookkeeper in her day job. 

Randy Vanderhurst – Randy serves as the Chairperson of the Senior Matters Board.  He is a retired veterinarian and former Carbondale mayor and college professor.  He serves on many of the Senior Matters committees and works on the organization’s website.  

David Vande Burgt - David is the web designer and hosting service for Senior Matters. He donates his time and skill to help out Carbondale. He lives and works out of Longmont and does remote service from there. Visit www.targetpromoting.com if your charity or organization needs a website or a new design.