Boulder Community Health

We would be remiss not to acknowledge the recent passing of Bhikkhu Schober, whose generosity and compassion, together with his wife and partner of 48 years, Waduda Paradiso, helped create the Heart to Heart Fund in 2022. Born from their gratitude for the extraordinary cardiac care provided at B*H, the fund helps patients prevent, treat, and manage heart disease through direct financial assistance, education, and other support. Although Bhikkhu is no longer with us, his love, vision, and generous spirit live on through this work. The legacy he and Waduda created will continue touching the lives of Boulder Heart patients and their families for years to come.

To learn more about the lasting impact of the Heart to Heart Fund or make a donation in support of cardiac patients and their families, visit bch.org/h2h.

What an incredible first day at the Boulderthon Expo! We loved seeing our community come together on Pearl Street Mall, picking up race bibs, stopping by the B*H tent and getting ready for an unforgettable weekend.

Missed us today? The fun continues tomorrow! Stop by B*H’s Heart to Heart 5K tent ( #202 & #203) for freebies and giveaways! This year we will be giving away a Garmin Forerunner 70 watch (valued at $249.99) or a $150 lululemon gift card.

We'll see you tomorrow — and at the starting line on Sunday! ❤️🏃

From nighttime trips to the bathroom to everyday tasks in the kitchen, falls can happen in familiar places. The good news? Many common fall hazards can be addressed with simple changes around your home.

In our latest blog, B*H trauma surgeon Barry Platnick, MD, FACS, shares five common places falls occur at home and practical tips to help you and your loved ones stay safe.

Want to learn more? Join Koby Caplan, MD, for our free virtual lecture, Preventing Falls and Keeping your Independence, on Monday, Sept. 28, from 7-8 p.m. (MT).

Visit the link https://bit.ly/46H01AU to read the full blog and to register for the lecture.

Join us this weekend at the Boulderthon Expo on Pearl Street Mall September 25 – 26 and celebrate Race Weekend with the community.

📍 Bib Pickup: Between 13th & 14th Streets on Pearl Street Mall

Friday, Sept. 25 | 1:00p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Saturday, Sept. 26 | 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Stop by B*H’s Heart to Heart 5K tent ( #202 & #203) for freebies and giveaways! This year we will be giving away a Garmin Forerunner 70 watch (valued at $249.99) or a $150 lululemon gift card.

🎁 The first 1,000 Heart to Heart 5K registrants to pick up their bibs (starting Friday at 1 p.m.) will receive a B*H swag bag.

We can’t wait to see you there!

B*H's Foothills Hospital has earned five "High Performing" ratings in the U.S. News & World Report's 2026-2027 Best Hospitals edition, the highest distinction awarded in its Procedures & Conditions ratings.

🏅 Heart Arrhythmia
🏅 Heart Failure
🏅 Knee Replacement
🏅 Maternity Care
🏅 Pneumonia

This recognition is a testament to the expertise, compassion and dedication of our incredible physicians, nurses and staff who care for our community every day. Visit the link https://bit.ly/4AqzbdR to learn more about these recognitions.

Race day is almost here! ❤️🏃

Whether you're getting ready to tackle your first 5K or you've crossed plenty of finish lines, a little preparation can help make race morning go smoothly.

From picking up your bib and planning your route downtown to fueling, hydrating and recovering after you cross the finish line, we've put together a few things to know before the Heart to Heart 5K on Sunday, Sept. 27.

⏰ Start Village opens at 5 a.m.
🏁 Heart to Heart 5K starts at 7:45 a.m.
📍 Downtown Boulder
❗ Remember: There is no race-day bib pickup.

Swipe through for your race-day checklist, then read the full guide at the link: https://bit.ly/4xNYhRu for even more tips.

Still need to register? There's time to join us at the starting line! Visit https://bit.ly/3VbpmA8.

Falls are one of the leading causes of injury and loss of independence among older adults, but most can be prevented. Join Kolby Caplan, MD, geriatrician with Geriatric Medicine of B*H, for an informative lecture on the body's balance systems, common risk factors and simple changes you can make to reduce your risk.

Dr. Caplan will share practical tips on improving stability, strengthening your body and creating a safer home environment, so you can stay active and independent for years to come.

🗓 Monday, September 28th
🕖 7:00–8:00 p.m. (MT)
💻 Watch online – link provided after registration

Register at the link bch.org/falls to attend live.

The Boulder Community Health Foundation is grateful to Long Hockey LLC and the USA+ Hockey Hall of Fame for their generous $1,500 gift to the B Strong Center for Integrative Care Endowment.

Their support will help ensure patients facing cancer continue to have access to integrative therapies like acupuncture, oncology massage and Reiki throughout treatment.

To everyone in the Long Hockey and USA 80+ Hockey Hall of Fame communities who helped make this gift possible, thank you for your generosity and for helping carry the B Strong legacy of compassionate, supportive cancer care forward. Visit the link: https://bit.ly/4AgiXDY to read the full story and learn more.

We have our Hearts for Heart Giveaway winner! ❤️🏃

Congratulations to Katie Ellenwood! You’re headed to the Heart to Heart 5K on Sept. 27 with a FREE race registration. 🎉

Thank you to everyone who participated and showed our giveaway some love. We can’t wait to see our community come together at the starting line!