Diane Martin

01/25/2026

01/24/2026

01/21/2026

Congress has announced a bipartisan agreement to provide a $100 million increase for Alzheimer's and dementia research at the National Institutes of Health, along with $41.5 million for implementation of the BOLD Infrastructure for Alzheimer's Act at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in fiscal year 2026. When signed into law, this legislation will bring total annual federal dementia research funding to $3.9 billion — accelerating progress against dementia for all communities nationwide.

The agreement shows that Congress continues to recognize Alzheimer’s as a bipartisan priority and a growing public health crisis, with increased funding at the NIH and CDC.

01/18/2026

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Our complimentary events are located at Calvary Court.

01/16/2026

💧 Have you ever cared for someone who forgets to drink water?
This inspiring story highlights an innovative approach to hydration — Jelly Drops: tasty, water-packed drops that help people stay hydrated even when traditional drinking is a challenge. 🌈👵🏽👨‍🦳
From a grandson’s idea to a global solution, this approach is changing how we think about hydration in older adults and those with memory loss.
👉 Read more: https://www.homecarepost.com/when-water-is-forgotten-jelly-drops-bring-innovation-to-hydration/

Lewis Hornby noticed that while many elderly people often declined drinks — or simply forgot — they frequently still had the reflex to eat.

01/14/2026

01/12/2026

When dementia symptoms change suddenly, it may not always be “just dementia.”

In individuals living with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia, a urinary tract infection (UTI) may show up as confusion, agitation, withdrawal, or sudden behavior changes, often without typical symptoms like pain or burning.

We recently shared an educational article to help families understand:

✔️ Why UTIs are more common in dementia
✔️ How symptoms can look different
✔️ Why early awareness matters in home care

This information is for education only and does not replace medical care, but awareness can help families know when to reach out to a healthcare provider.

📖 Read the full article here: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/urinary-tract-infections-alzheimers-dementia-risk-atypical-martin-ruf1c

Learn how UTIs affect Alzheimer’s and dementia, why symptoms look different, and how families can support early awareness through home care.

12/24/2025

🎄Merry Christmas from Visiting Angels Brazos Valley! ✨🎄
We wish our clients, families, caregivers, and community a joyful and peaceful holiday season.

📣 Holiday Office Hours:
Our office will be CLOSED December 24th & 25th
We will reopen December 26th at 8:00 AM

Even while our office is closed, your care remains our priority.
📞 For emergencies or scheduling updates/changes, please call: 979-209-0027
Our amazing Scheduling Team — Jen, Julie & Kim — will be available to assist.

Wishing you warmth, safety, and holiday blessings! ❤️🎁

12/21/2025

Need last-minute holiday help? 🎄 Visiting Angels is here for you! We can assist with respite care, meal prep, medication reminders, companionship, and more to keep your loved ones safe and comfortable during the holiday season.

Call our office today to get started right away!