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Austin Groups for the Elderly is a non-profit organization empowering caregivers, the elderly and their families through education, advocacy, resources and support. We accomplish this mission through our four programs:
Elderhaven
Adult Day Centers
     -- Austin
    -- Williamson County

Caregiver
Resource Center

SeniorNet Computer
Learning Institute

Historic AGE Building
Houses Non-profits


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Saturday, September 18, 2010

2525 West Anderson Lane, Northcross Mall
Norris Conference Center, Red Oak Ballroom
9 AM - 2 PM (Doors Open at 8:30 AM)
Light breakfast and lunch will be provided at this FREE conference

Registration Deadline: Friday, September 10, 2010

Click here to register, or visit the Area Agency on Aging of the Capital Area website.

For Questions or Assistance call 512-916-6180.

Elderhaven Adult Day Care Center of Austin & Williamson Counties will provide free respite for caregivers the day of the conference. Reservations are required: 512-458-6305.

Participants will discover local caregiver resources, acquire skills to better manage their caregiving situation, and connect with other caregivers and local experts on aging.

Keynote Speaker: Jim Comer
The Joys and Jolts of Parenting your Parents

In 1996, Jim made the transition from child to caregiver and has found it enriching, exhausting, and rewarding. An only child, he moved back to Texas from Los Angeles to help care for this parents when his father had a stroke and his mother was diagnosed with Alzheimer?s. Jim chronicles the ups and downs of becoming an overnight parent in a heartwarming often humorous talk filled with practical insights for those who may face similar challenges.


Afternoon Speaker: Nathan Pope, Pharm. D.
Potentially Inappropriate Medications for the Elderly
Dr. Pope is on staff at the University of Texas and owner of Live Oak Pharmacy.
He is the AAACAP provider for the Medications Screening service.


AGE and the Area Agency on Aging of the Capital Area (AAACAP) partner to provide a wide range of services and information for caregivers and older adults. As partners, AGE and the AAACAP provide: Information Resource Centers, Benefits Counseling, Caregiver Education and Support Programs, Caregiver Support Coordination, Adult Day Care Centers, and a Durable Medical Equipment Lending Service.






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Caregiver Resource Sponsors





Brookdale Senior Living
Evercare
Senior Living Choices
Texas Seniors' Guide
Texas Home Care Partners

Alzheimer's Association Capital of Texas Chapter
Anthos Care
Arveda Alzheimer's Family Care
Associated Home Services, Inc
BrightStar Home Care/ Accolade Home Care
DGO Software
Kerring Group
Neptune Society
NHL/VRI Monitoring Care
Practical Care Continuum
AGE - Austin Groups for the Elderly   |    3710 Cedar Street Box 2 Austin TX 78705   |    Phone 512.451.4611 Fax 512.451.3110   |    E-mail Us