Area Agency on Aging of the Capital Area

12/22/2025

👏 Thank You to Our Guest Physical Therapist! 👏

A special thank you to Victor, physical therapist with Victory Hearing & Balance in Hutto, for joining our A Matter of Balance Fall Prevention class and demonstrating safe techniques for getting up from the floor. This hands-on demonstration gave participants practical, confidence-building strategies they can apply in real-life situations.

We also appreciate First Methodist Church for hosting the class and helping bring evidence-based fall prevention education to the community. Partnerships like these are essential in supporting older adults to stay safe, active, and independent. 💙

12/09/2025

🛡️ Save the Date: Fraud and Scam Prevention Presentations

Join the Area Agency on Aging of the Capital Area for a Fraud and Scam Prevention Presentation — learn how to recognize, avoid, and report common scams targeting older adults. These presentations are free and open to the public — bring a friend or loved one!

Topics include:
🛡️ Common phone, email, and Medicare scams
🛡️ Tips to protect your personal information
🛡️ What to do if you suspect fraud
🛡️ How to stay informed and share prevention tips with others

Upcoming dates:
Jan 7th | 12:30pm | Windsor Park Branch Library, 5833 Westminster Dr, Austin, TX 78723

Jan 20th | 10am | Spicewood Springs Branch Library, 8637 Spicewood Springs Rd, Austin, TX 78759

Jan 28th | 3pm | Hampton Branch at Oak Hill Library, 5125 Convict Hill Rd, Austin, TX 78749

Feb 12th | 10am | Howson Branch, Austin Public Library, 2500 Exposition Blvd, Austin, TX 78703

For more information, contact agingoutreach@capcog.org or call 512-916-6169

12/09/2025

🔔 New ACL Grants Strengthening Dementia Support in Indian Country 🔔

The Administration for Community Living (ACL)—the federal oversight agency for Area Agencies on Aging nationwide—has announced new grant funding to strengthen dementia capabilities across Indian Country. These funds will support the development of culturally responsive dementia care programs and expand access to early detection, education, caregiver support, and long-term care services throughout tribal nations.

Currently, 72% of American Indian and Alaska Native adults are at risk for dementia, largely due to higher rates of diabetes, hypertension, obesity, smoking, and physical inactivity. As Native communities live longer, the incidence of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (ADRD) continues to rise.

This new investment represents an important step toward ensuring that older adults living with dementia—and the caregivers who support them—receive services that honor cultural traditions while integrating proven best practices.

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12/04/2025

🎉 A Matter of Balance Graduates in Hutto 🎉

We’re excited to celebrate the completion of another AMOB Fall Prevention Program held at The Fellowship Church Hutto.

This wonderful group of participants met weekly over the past eight weeks and worked hard to build confidence, improve balance, and learn practical strategies to reduce fall risk and stay independent.

Throughout the course, participants supported one another, practiced new exercises, and gained tools to make daily activities safer and more manageable. Their dedication and positive spirit made this class truly special.

Congratulations to all of our graduates—your hard work is inspiring, and we’re proud to support your wellness journey!

12/01/2025

The Area Agency on Aging of the Capital Area Health & Wellness Program provides a range of free, evidence-based workshops—such as Chronic Disease Self-Management, Chronic Pain Self-Management, Diabetes Self-Management, and A Matter of Balance—to help adults 60+ and their caregivers improve their health, manage symptoms, reduce fall risk, and maintain independence through skill-building and peer support.

If your senior center, community space, or organization would like to bring this program to your community, we’d love to partner with you!

To learn more about hosting or volunteering: HealthWellness@capcog.org or 512-916-6180

11/26/2025

🎉 Celebrating our A Matter of Balance Fall Prevention Program Graduates! 🎉

We are so proud of each participant for completing this 8-week, evidence-based fall prevention course. Your dedication to building strength, confidence, and safer daily habits is truly inspiring.

A heartfelt thank you to the Bastrop Community Senior Center for hosting and to the Texas A&M Bastrop AgriLife Extension Agency for co-leading this wonderful group. We appreciate your partnership and support in promoting healthy aging in our community!

11/17/2025

💙 November is National Family Caregiver Month

This month, we honor the incredible caregivers who provide support, love, and strength to older adults and individuals living with disabilities. Your dedication makes a world of difference.

Last week, our team — along with the Austin Texas Commission on Aging — proudly joined together as the City of Austin officially proclaimed November as Caregiver Month! We are deeply grateful to Council Member Marc Duchen for presenting this important proclamation and recognizing the vital role caregivers play in our community.

To every caregiver supporting someone living with Alzheimer’s or another dementia — we see you, we appreciate you, and we stand with you.

📸 Pictured: Our Alzheimer’s Association Capital of Texas Chapter Program Director and the City of Austin Commission on Aging with Council Member Duchen during the proclamation presentation.

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11/14/2025

Mark your calendars for the Community Connections Resource Fair!

Saturday, November 15 | 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Eastside Early College High School
900 Thompson St Austin, TX 78702

The Community Connections Resource Fair, hosted by the City of Austin, offers a free, fun-filled day for the whole family:

• Enjoy free food, prizes and activities for the kids
• Access health services and vaccinations
• Interact with City of Austin departments
• Connect with community agencies and local vendors
• Discover resources to help lower your utility bill
• Pick up groceries at the drive-thru food bank
• Get a free bus pass to the event

Learn more at AustinEnergy.com/CommunityConnections

11/14/2025

The holiday season is all about festive gatherings, shared meals, and traditions with loved ones. Don’t let respiratory illness put a pause on these special moments.

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11/13/2025

🔒 Protect Yourself from Scams! 🔒

Join the Area Agency on Aging of the Capital Area for a Fraud and Scam Prevention Presentation — learn how to recognize, avoid, and report common scams targeting older adults. These presentations are free and open to the public — bring a friend or loved one!

Topics include:
🛡️ Common phone, email, and Medicare scams
🛡️ Tips to protect your personal information
🛡️ What to do if you suspect fraud
🛡️ How to stay informed and share prevention tips with others

For more information, contact agingoutreach@capcog.org or call 512-916-6169.

10/27/2025

Llano is in the Area Agency on Aging of the Capital Area territory of counties. We appreciate how the Texas AgriLife Extension offices support programs for seniors.

Please come join us for this series!!!

10/23/2025

🛡️ Stay Safe from Scams!

Join us for a free community presentation on how to recognize, avoid, and report scams targeting older adults. Learn practical tips to protect your personal information, identify red flags, and find trusted help if you’ve been targeted.

Date: Thursday, October 23, 2025
Time: 10:00a.m.-11:00a.m.
Location: Howson Branch, Austin Public Library, 2500 Exposition Blvd, Austin, TX 78703

Stay alert. Stay informed. Stay safe!