Seniors displaced by Regency fire get a helping hand

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – A press conference for the senior citizens displaced by the Regency Tower fire was hosted today by Pikes Peak United Way in partnership with Silver Key Senior Services and City Council President Richard Skorman.

Over 60 senior citizens were impacted by the Regency Tower fire in May, and 20 have reported they need long-term support.

Pikes Peak United Way aims to raise $30,000 for the victims to help them secure and move into new apartments.

Below are a few ways you can help:

Donate online at silverkey.org/donate and select the checkbox to make your donation for displaced residents of Regency Towers.

You may also write a check made out to Silver Key with “Regency Tower Victims” in the memo line. Drop off or mail to either of the following locations:

Silver Key: 1625 S. Murray Blvd., Colorado Springs, CO 80916 (Hours: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Monday – Friday)

Pikes Peak United Way: 518 North Nevada Ave. Colorado Springs, CO 80903 (Hours: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Monday – Friday)

Poor Richards Bookstore: 320 North Tejon, Colorado Springs, CO 80903 (9 a.m. – 9 p.m. daily)

Donate to Silver Key’s Thrift Store (home goods, clothing, home medical equipment, etc.) 1605 S. Murray Blvd. Colorado Springs, CO 80916 (Hours: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Monday – Saturday)

Donate necessities to Silver Key Food Pantry (hygiene products, pet food, food) 1605 S. Murray Blvd. Colorado Springs, CO 80916 (Hours: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Monday – Friday)