Alzheimer’s Association and AAACT Expand Support Group Offerings in Central Texas
Support groups are available for those affected by Alzheimer’s and other dementia CENTRAL TEXAS – In a partnership between the Alzheimer’s Association Capital of Texas Chapter and the Area Agency on Aging of Central Texas, a new support group in Killeen will join existing support groups in Temple, Belton, and Lampasas. These support groups, which are open to all, will expand in the future to other counties served by AAACT. Alzheimer’s Association support groups, conducted by trained
Free Respite Service for Caregivers Seeking Participation
The Thursday Club is a FREE weekly respite service where we treat your loved one with a home-cooked meal, entertainment, and one-on-one interaction! We meet from 9am - 1pm at the First Lutheran Church in Temple. The Thursday Club is an amazing ministry run by volunteers and nursing professionals. Here's how it works. You drop off your loved one at 9:30 am so that you, the caregiver, can do something for
New Support Group Available for Caregivers of people with Alzheimer’s or Dementia
Fifty-nine percent of family caregivers of people with Alzheimer’s or other dementias rated the emotional stress of caregiving as high or very high LAMPASAS, TX – In partnership with the Alzheimer’s Association Capital of Texas Chapter and the Area Agency on Aging of Central Texas, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension is hosting a Caregiver Support Group on the third Friday of each month at 10 a.m. The new support group begins May
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
Third Annual Caregiver Event is Superhero Success
All the superheroes came, strutted their superhero powers, and then flew off at our third annual caregiver event! Thank you to everyone who came and helped make this event a success. We hope to make next year's caregiver event even bigger!
Powerful Tools for Caregivers Class Receives Great Reviews
"Not in This Alone" - Caregiver Class Reviews We wrapped up our latest Powerful Tools for Caregivers class at Seton Medical Center in Harker Heights last night. It was a great class filled with sharing and eagerness to learn. Here are a few of the reviews from the class participants: "I wish it was longer so we could have more sessions. I will continue to read the book and get more information.
Ombudsman Volunteer Appreciation Event
Thank You to Our Ombudsman Volunteers! Last week we held an appreciation event where we showered our volunteers with gifts and refreshments. Thank you to all of our "All Star" Ombudsmen! If you have a heart for residents of long-term care facilities and are interested in advocating for their rights, visit our Ombudsman page or contact Ombudsman coordinator Chrystal Griggs at 254-770-2368 to learn more.
10 Tips for Managing Stress with Alzheimer’s
Living with Alzheimer's or caring for loved ones with dementia brings demands and may feel overwhelming. Too much stress affects your health and ability to function. Follow these 10 tips shared by the Alzheimer's Association to reduce stress and improve concentration and decision-making: Maintain a positive attitude. Acceptance is key–all you can control is how you react and adjust. People can’t help if they don’t know there is a problem–be