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SUMMARY:Email Basics - Technology Learning Lab
DESCRIPTION:FREE technology literacy class for older adults!
URL:https://ageofcentraltx.org/index.php/event/cybersecurity-and-staying-safe-online-technology-learning-lab/
LOCATION:Taylor Public Library\, 801 Vance St.\, Taylor\, TX\, 76574\, United States
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SUMMARY:Medicare 101
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE! \n\nThis program will help individuals understand the Medicare basics\, different coverage options\, eligibility\, enrollment and much more.\n\n\n\nJoin Wendy Garner\, Medicare Certified Insurance Advisor from the DiFede Agency\, as she discusses Medicare Advantage plans\, Medigap policies\, Prescription Drug Plans and other related topics like Medicaid and the Medicare Savings Program. As first- and second-generation insurance advisors\, Wendy and her colleagues bring personal knowledge and experience with Medicare and Social Security benefits as well as exceptional customer service and multiple options for cost effective insurance that provide assurance for continued medical care and proactive wellness. Through helpful resources and tools\, Medicare 101 will provide information necessary to make confident Medicare decisions.
URL:https://ageofcentraltx.org/index.php/event/medicare-101-2/
LOCATION:Online via ZOOM
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SUMMARY:Strategic Dementia Caregiver Session 1 & 2
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE!\nLearn practical strategies and tools to provide caregivers with valuable insights for caring for an individual living with dementia.\n\n\n\nThis is a two-part event: 1/19 & 1/26 from 12-1PM \nBeing strategic is important\, because caring for an older adult with dementia can be both rewarding and overwhelming\, both frustrating and fulfilling. Learning about dementia causing diseases – and learning new tools to manage daily life – can increase the rewards and ease the frustrations. Being strategic can also equip you to care for yourself as you care for another person. \n\nSession 1: Understand dementia causing diseases and conditions and how dementia can affect daily life\n\n\nSession 2: Understand the effect of confusion and learn how to plan daily activities
URL:https://ageofcentraltx.org/index.php/event/strategic-dementia-caregiver-session-1-2-2/
LOCATION:Online via ZOOM
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SUMMARY:On Your Feet
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE!\n\nLearn how to stay steady on your feet and prevent falls in this interactive event – it’s all about safety first!\n\n\n\nAbout \nOn Your Feet is a fall prevention program for adults over 60 at risk of falling or who have fallen recently. With education and intervention\, falls can be prevented\, reducing injury and preserving independence. Learn how to stay safe\, improve quality of life\, and stay independent. \nQualifications \n\nAge 60 or older\nExperienced a previous fall or have fear of falling\nBe able to walk (assistive devices such as walkers and canes are acceptable)\nLive at home (either independently or with family) or in an independent or assisted living facility\nHave the cognitive ability to participate\n\nProgram Overview \nFall Risk Assessment \n\nIdentify individual fall risks\nReview of medications that may increase fall risk (e.g.\, sedatives\, blood pressure meds)\n\nMobility Planning \n\nTips on how to stay independent\nGuidance on using assistive devices\nExercises to improve balance and flexibility for all fitness levels\n\nHome Safety Checklist \n\nIdentify fall hazards Tips for creating a safer home environment\nSimple modifications to improve safety and mobility
URL:https://ageofcentraltx.org/index.php/event/on-your-feet/
LOCATION:AGE of Central Texas – South Location\, 9400 Alice Mae Ln.\, Austin\, TX\, 78748\, United States
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SUMMARY:GPS Navigation for Caregivers 2026
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE!\n\nJoin us for GPS Navigation for Caregivers on February 28th in the Riverbend Church Community Center!\n\n\n\nSee Below for Details\nGPS Navigation for Caregivers Conference\nJoin us for a day of learning\, support\, and connection at Riverbend Church Community Center! This year’s event is designed to help caregivers like you navigate the challenges of caring for loved ones with confidence. Hear from keynote speakers Kim & Mike Barnes\, founders of Parenting Aging Parents (a trusted resource hub and online community with over 32\,000 members) as they answer the Top 10 Caregiver Questions. Gain practical strategies for caregiver resilience with expert Lisa Milliken\, owner of Milliken Healthcare\, and explore the latest insights on anxiety\, depression\, and Alzheimer’s research with Dr. Cherie Simpson\, Clinical Nurse Specialist with ATX Primary Care and Senior Adults Specialty Research (SASR). \nConnect with other caregivers\, discover valuable resources\, and leave feeling empowered. Free breakfast and lunch provided (vegetarian and gluten-free options available). \n**Early Bird Bonus: Register by January 15th and receive 2 free raffle tickets for a chance to win our Grand Prize Package valued at over $2\,000\, which includes: \n\n18 Hours of in-home professional respite care\nAn overnight hotel stay at a premium Austin hotel\nDinner and breakfast for two\nSpa treatments for two\n$100 Uber Gift Card\n\nTickets will be sold at the event for $20 each. \nEARLY BIRD registrants (before Jan. 15) will receive TWO FREE tickets! \nDRAWING WILL TAKE PLACE DURING THE CONFERENCE AND YOU MUST BE PRESENT TO WIN. \n\n\n\n\nSchedule Highlights \n8:30am – 9:00am: Check in and Resource Fair \n9:00am – 9:15am: Welcome and Opening Remarks \n9:15am – 10:15am: “Caregiver Resilience”– Lisa Milliken \n10:15am – 10:30am: Break \n10:30am – 11:30am: “Unpacking the Quiet Struggle: Anxiety and Depression in Aging Adults – Dr. Cherie Simpson \n11:30am – 12:00pm: Lunch \n12:00pm – 12:15pm: “Host Highlights” \n12:15pm – 1:15pm: Keynote:“Top 10 Caregiver Questions Answered” – Kim & Mike Barnes \n1:15pm – 1:45pm: Q&A w/Kim & Mike Barnes \n1:45pm – 2:00pm: Closing Remarks \n2:00pm – 2:30pm: Resource Fair \nKeynote Speakers \nMike and Kim Barnes\, Parenting Aging Parents \nMike and Kim Barnes are well-known Central Texas media personalities whose caregiving journey became personal and profound. With Mike’s mom living with Alzheimer’s\, his dad in his 80s\, and Kim’s mom also in her 80s\, they experienced firsthand the challenges of supporting aging parents. To help others navigate similar paths\, they founded Parenting Aging Parents\, a trusted resource hub and online community with over 32\,000 members. Through expert interviews\, practical guidance\, and shared experiences\, Mike and Kim empower caregivers to ask the right questions\, discover available services\, and find the support they need—ensuring no caregiver feels alone on their journey. \n————————————————————————————————– \nFeatured Speakers \nLisa Milliken\, MA\, CCC-SLP\, FNAP\, CDP\, RAC- CT\, CADDCT \nLisa Milliken is the owner of Milliken Healthcare\, where she teaches conferences for multiple organizations\, and is Director of Research and Program Development for Regency IHS. She is President of the Texas Speech-Language and Hearing Association and is the ASHA State Advocate for Medicare Policy Representative for Texas. She is also a Certified Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Care Trainer\, is a Distinguished Fellow of Public Policy for the National Academies of Practice and has taught over 450 interprofessional continuing education national/regional courses. \n————————————————————————————————– \nDr. Cherie Simpson\, PhD\, APRN\, CNS-BC \nDr. Cherie Simpson is a Clinical Nurse Specialist with ATX Primary Care and Senior Adults Specialty Research (SASR). She has over 20 years of experience in geriatric psychiatry and now focuses her practice on cognitive care\, with a passion for assisting patients with dementia and their families as they navigate this challenging journey. \nShe continues to participate in pharmacological research on Alzheimer’s disease through SASR\, with the goal of expanding health care options via research. Previously\, she conducted her own research on health promotion for caregivers of persons with dementia as an Assistant Professor of Nursing at the UT School of Nursing. \nPrior to her nursing career\, Dr. Simpson worked as a physical therapist for 20 years.
URL:https://ageofcentraltx.org/index.php/event/gps-navigation-for-caregivers-2026-2/
LOCATION:4214 North Capital of Texas Highway  Austin\, TX 78746\, 4214 North Capital of Texas Highway\, Austin\, TX\, 78746\, United States
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SUMMARY:Strategic Dementia Caregiver Session 1 & 2
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE!\nLearn practical strategies and tools to provide caregivers with valuable insights for caring for an individual living with dementia.\n\n\n\nThis is a two-part event: 3/16 & 3/23 from 12-1PM \nBeing strategic is important\, because caring for an older adult with dementia can be both rewarding and overwhelming\, both frustrating and fulfilling. Learning about dementia causing diseases – and learning new tools to manage daily life – can increase the rewards and ease the frustrations. Being strategic can also equip you to care for yourself as you care for another person. \n\nSession 1: Understand dementia causing diseases and conditions and how dementia can affect daily life\n\n\nSession 2: Understand the effect of confusion and learn how to plan daily activities
URL:https://ageofcentraltx.org/index.php/event/strategic-dementia-caregiver-session-1-2-3/
LOCATION:Online via ZOOM
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SUMMARY:Dignity Derby: Kick off our 3rd annual Donation Drive for Dignity!
DESCRIPTION:Save the Date!\n\n\n\n\nThe Dignity Derby launches AGE of Central Texas’ annual Donation Drive for Dignity\, a community-wide effort addressing one of the most overlooked yet essential needs facing older adults\, individuals with disabilities\, and family caregivers: Access to incontinence supplies and durable medical equipment. \nWhile the Drive includes the collection of adult pull-ups and related items\, funds raised through the Dignity Derby support AGE’s HELP Program (Health Equipment Lending Program). HELP provides free incontinence supplies and critical durable medical equipment such as walkers\, wheelchairs\, and safety equipment helping individuals overcome financial barriers\, preserve dignity\, and age safely at home. \nThis high-energy kickoff brings together corporate partners and community leaders to open the Drive\, inspire participation\, and highlight HELP’s impact. Guests will enjoy light bites\, themed activities\, and engaging moments that balance fun with purpose. The event also serves as a call to action\, encouraging companies and teams to commit to supply drives and fundraising goals\, while sponsors receive prominent recognition throughout the Drive as champions of dignity and community care.
URL:https://ageofcentraltx.org/index.php/event/dignity-derby/
LOCATION:AGE of Central Texas – South Location\, 9400 Alice Mae Ln.\, Austin\, TX\, 78748\, United States
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