Mental Health Awareness Month Comes to Larimer County
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and Larimer County is meeting the moment with more than a hashtag. The county’s behavioral health team has organized a full slate of free events throughout the month, including a mocktail social at Love Shack in downtown Loveland hosted by County Commissioner Jody Shadduck-McNally and author Becky Jensen.
The events are designed to make mental health conversations more accessible — especially in rural and mountain communities where traditional services can be hard to reach. Programs like these help bridge the gap between clinical support and everyday community connection.
Healthcare Costs Continue to Climb for Colorado Families
If your health insurance bill felt heavier this year, you’re not imagining it. A CPR News report found that the expiration of federal Enhanced Premium Tax Credits left roughly 78,000 Coloradans paying significantly more for coverage — about $19 million more per month statewide compared to last year.
Colorado responded with new legislation creating Colorado Premium Assistance, but insurers are already warning that premiums could rise again in 2027 as $40 million in new fees are passed along to consumers. For many families, wellness increasingly means managing the cost of staying healthy alongside the habits themselves.
Northern Colorado’s Summer Event Season Is Here
The social calendar in Northern Colorado is filling up fast. The Healing Warriors Program’s Fifth Annual 5K Fun Run/Walk is set for May 17, raising awareness for veterans and first responders. Meanwhile, the Backyard Tap in Loveland has launched its summer food truck and live music series, and Fort Collins is gearing up for the Denver Colfax Marathon’s 20th anniversary weekend on May 16-17.
For wellness-minded Coloradans, these community events are more than entertainment — they’re a reminder that staying active and staying connected are two sides of the same coin. Whether you’re lacing up for a 5K or just showing up for live music and a food truck dinner, getting out matters.