Meals for Seniors Impacted by COVID-19
Date April 3, 2020 - Press Release Governor Greg Abbott announced on March 25, 2020, that Texas has received a $16.2 million grant from the Department of Health and Human Services’ (HHS) Administration for Community Living (ACL) to help communities provide meals for older adults. The grant was part of a $250 million dollar outlay authorized by the Families First Coronavirus Response Act, signed into law by President Trump on March 18,
Powerful Tools for Caregivers Class Receives Excellent Reviews
Caregiving Class Achieves High Ratings We just finished two Powerful Tools for Caregivers classes in Lampasas and Temple, and we received ratings no lower than 9 or 10 from all participants. We loved hearing participants share their own stories and experiences, and we especially loved their eagerness to learn. Thank you all for the wonderful reviews! Responses to: What did you like best about the program? "The instructors were welcoming and genuine in
Caring for the Caregivers
Tips for Caregivers to Preserve Their Health Frances Lewis, a professor of nursing at The University of Washington, spoke at a local TEDxSnolsleLibraries event in 2016 on the importance of caregivers' health, especially spouses. She provides insight into how caregivers can protect and improve their own health while acting as caregivers. With millions of Americans stepping into the role of unpaid caregiving, it's important to be aware of how this role