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Caregiver Seminars CaregiverU classes Elderhaven Adult Day Care New Connections (newest program to AGE) 
Questions or RSVP Contact: Bruce Kravitz, AGE Community Education Director bkravitz@ageofaustin.org or 451-4611 ext 236. • Caregiver U CaregiverU is a collaboration of Central Texas non-profit agencies, joining together to bring support and resources to families that are caring for an older loved one. Powerful Tools for Caregivers is the first class to be offered, contact Faith Unger to learn more or check out upcoming dates at www.CaregiverUCenTX.com. All classes are FREE through a generous grant from St David's Foundation. Questions? Contact: Faith Unger funger@ageofaustin.org or 451-4611 ext 244. • Memory Loss Are you looking for help caring for your loved one with Memory loss/ Alzheimer's? Call our Elderhaven Adult Day Centers or our newest Program New Connections, both specialize in Memory loss. Learn how our programs enrich the lives of those with Memory loss and support the caregiver during the weekday. Elderhaven Adult Day Health Centers: AGE operates the only two licensed Programs for older adults in Greater Austin. Call Stephanie at 458- 6305 in Austin or call Melissa at 255-4865 in Round Rock to schedule a tour and see these amazing programs in action. View Activity Calendars New Connections: Early Memory Loss. Program Director: Anna Finger, 451-4611 afinger@ageofaustin.org. Website: http://www.newconnectionsatwhpc.org Checkout this video by an AGE volunteer whose mother attended Elderhaven Adult Day Care: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GXZZsJWcNMo&feature=youtu.be. "Please Be Patient" cards from The Alzheimer’s Store Click Here for More Info Use these cards to discreetly let someone know that your loved one has Alzheimer's and it may take them a little longer to make a decision or to excuse them for saying something unexpected. St David’s Rehabilitation Services Adaptive Driving Program St. David's Rehabilitation Center offers a comprehensive Adaptive Driving Program, that includes addressing the needs of those with age-related changes, including visual and cognitive challenges. Project Lifesaver Click Here for More Info Is a program created by law enforcement for law enforcement to help locate adults who wander because of Alzheimer's Disease or another dementia. The program is open to residents of Travis County and is offered free of charge. Clients must be seniors with a diagnosis of Alzheimer's Disease or another dementia who live in a private residence with a full-time caregiver, spouse, or family member. There is a waiting list as of 2/2/10. Safe Return (also known as MedicAlert + Safe Return) Click Here for More Info A 24-hour nationwide emergency response service for individuals with Alzheimer's or a related dementia who wander or have a medical emergency. Initial enrollment is $54.90 with a $25.00 yearly renewal fee. The family of Morton Plotsky has generously established the Morton Plotsky Safe Return Emblem Fund at the Alzheimer's Association Capital of Texas Chapter to pay the registration fee for qualified applicants. Please call (512) 241-0420 or email us to find out if you qualify for financial assistance. People who are in the early stages of memory loss or newly diagnosed with dementia may be eligible to participate in free, weekly cognitive intervention programs. For more information, contact: Debbie Wilder, New Connections at Westlake Hills Presbyterian Church: 512-327-1116 Gidget Fisher, MPAC (Memory Powered by Active Connections) at St. Matthew's Episcopal Church: 512-328-2088 Collaboration of Alzheimer's Respite Programs Greater Austin CARES The Collaboration of Alzheimer's Respite Programs is a network of churches, synagogues, and organizations that offer weekly respite programs for people with dementia to allow their caregivers to have a much needed break. Click here for a complete list of programs and locations. check out the AGE Blog. |
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