“Championing Caregivers in Central Texas: Advocacy and Legislation” Amanda H. Fredriksen, Associate State Director ofAdvocacy for AARP in Texas “Looking at Art: A Shared Experience”Monique O’Neil, Blanton Museum of Art MuseumEducator, Family and Community Programs “Preventing Falls and Caregiver Safety”Dr. Amy Walters, Assistant Professor, Doctor of Physical Program,St. Augustine University Read more…
Keynote Presentation “Bridging the Family Communication Gap” – Dr. Eboni Green:Part 1Part 2 Breakout Session Presentations: “Advanced Care Planning” – Ginny Erboe, RN, and “Combating Fraud and Scams” – Caryn Gulas “Coping with Grief” – Dr. Eboni Green:Part 1Part 2Part 3 “Medication Safety” – Dr. Christy Khoury-Dennis
The AGE of Central Texas mission is to help caregivers AND their loved ones as they navigate the realities and opportunities of aging and caregiving. This means that caregivers are given support, education, resources, a shoulder to cry on, and more from the staff at the AGE Thrive Social & Read more…
It’s well-known that the Central Texas region continues to experience the dynamic and rapid population growth that has persisted in the region for the last decade, with the Austin-Round Rock metro area serving as the epicenter of this boom. And yet, surprisingly, many don’trealize that the metro area is the Read more…
2018 Presenter Powerpoint Presentations and Handouts Dr. Patricia A. Carter: Lori Hill: Dr. Barry J. Jacobs, Psy.D.: Finding Gratitude and Positive Meaning in Family Caregiving Part 1 Part 2 Dr. Julia L. Mayer, Psy.D.” Audrey Bludau Poche, Licensed Dietitian:
Our inspirational story illustrates a journey of life that is truly transformational. I hope it inspires you to pay it forward in helping elders in transition whether a parent, neighbor, or even a stranger. My name is Mary Alice and I am the proud daughter and caregiver for my Dad, Read more…