Empowering Families Facing the Challenges of Dementia and Alzheimer's. Advancing Brain Health for All. Morning coffee/juice and snacks are also served.
Amazing Place's Dementia Day Program is led by a highly professional and compassionate staff that quickly recognizes the individual needs and abilities of our participants. The center is open Monday through Friday, 7:30 am to 6:00 pm. Both participants and caregivers have the option to select a schedule that best suits their needs. Located in the heart of Houston, the center provides a joyful envi
ronment of acceptance allowing all family members peace of mind. Amazing Place offers a variety of activities that build cognitive skills that can offset the effects of Alzheimer's disease and other related dementias. Our safe and welcoming environment encourages friendships, social activities, exercise and education. All staff and volunteers passionately promote self-efficacy. Our chef prepares a delicious and well thought out three-course lunch each day strictly following the guidelines of MPN (Memory Preservation Nutrition). Special events, like birthdays, are celebrated as a group and festive parties are planned for the holidays. Virtual classes and other online programming are available for those that cannot attend in person or prefer a hybrid solution customized to their unique needs. At Amazing Place, the Connections Program is devoted to supporting the well-being of our caretakers and community at large by offering a variety of classes and in-person services. Our mission is to empower lives disrupted by dementia. Amazing Place is a state-licensed, faith based non-profit organization governed by a board of directors with representatives from 16 Houston area churches.
04/29/2026
What a wonderful evening! Thank you to everyone who came out to the Amazing Dinner West last Thursday night as we celebrated our new Katy campus and the 30th anniversary for Amazing Place. We are incredibly grateful to our co-chairs Vicky and Tony Georgas and Vicky and Robert Tillerson for their leadership and to everyone who made the evening such a success, including a special musical performance from the and a very inspiring talk about brain health from keynote speaker š§
Proceeds from the event support Amazing Place operating costs so we can provide the Day Program at an affordable rate and our Cognitive Stimulation Therapy, Caregiver Support and Brain Health Education free of charge. Generosity shown this evening will help us meet the growing needs of families facing dementia in our community. We are grateful š
04/28/2026
Calling all Caregivers! Here is your chance to ask your questions and get them answered.
Join the dementia experts from Amazing Place in a free, open format to get immediate answers to improve your quality of life and get the support you need. Weāll answer questions like:
What kind of doctors can help with memory loss?
How do I manage difficult behaviors?
What are my next steps as the disease progresses?
How do I develop a circle of support?
Seating is limited, so register early on our website under For Caregiving Families/Caregiver Education/Caregivers Connect
Wednesday, May 6 from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Amazing Place Central
04/22/2026
This Volunteer Recognition Week, we celebrate our amazing volunteers who give from the heart at Amazing Place. From welcoming participants to helping in the kitchen to making our campuses beautiful, our volunteers make a difference every day. We are deeply grateful for their time and dedicationš
04/22/2026
Great article in USA Today about the importance of brain health, particularly as it relates to Alzheimerās and other forms of dementia.
People have no control over Alzheimer's risk factors such as age, genes and family history. Diet, exercise and adequate sleep improve brain health.
04/21/2026
Did you know that 70% of people over 65 will need long-term care in later years?
The key to aging well is planning for your future TODAY ā choosing your decision makers, putting your documents together and thinking about housing and healthcare decisions.
Want to learn how? Join us for our upcoming Aging Roadmap starting a week from today on Tuesday April 28. This free 3 week, 2 hours per week program will help you make key decisions and put plans in place now so you can age on your own terms! Itās never too early or too late to begin planning your aging journey. Spots are still available, register on our website under Brain Health/Aging Roadmap
Aging Roadmap 4/28/2026 - 5/12/2026
The Church of St. John the Divine
Tuesdays from 10am-12pm
This class will meet on April 28, May 5 & 12.
04/16/2026
We are currently looking for a staff accountant to join our AMAZING team! To apply for this position, please submit your resume, cover letter and salary requirements to careers@amazingplacehouston.org. And if you know of anyone who might be interested, please share our post. https://www.amazingplacehouston.org/careers/
04/13/2026
This is a very interesting study conducted by Dr. Paul Schulz, professor of neurology at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston. Dr. Schulz also serves on the Amazing Place Advisory Council.
Research Risk of Alzheimerās dementia significantly reduced after high-dose influenza vaccination compared to the standard dose, study finds By Sydney Lowther April 01, 2026 Paul Schulz, MD, professor of neurology at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston. (Photo By Robert Seale) A UTHealth H...
04/09/2026
The Amazing Dinner West event is coming up on Thursday, April 23! If you havenāt purchased your ticket, there is still time to join us. We hope to see you as we celebrate 30 years of helping families navigate dementia and nurturing brain health. A big THANK you to our event chairs, Vicky and Tony Georgas and Vicky and Robert Tillerson š
Our keynote speaker Dr. Marc Milstein, the author of The Age-Proof Brain, will share strategies that will energize you and provide a clear roadmap to a longer, healthier, and more productive life.
Tickets can be purchased on our website or for more information, please contact:
Suzanne Weatherall at sweatherall@amazingplacehouston.org or call 713-660-1372
Join us as we mingle with friends, eat a delicious meal and learn how to age proof our brains š§ while raising funds for Amazing Place West š
04/06/2026
Join us for the Alzheimerās and Dementia Educational Symposium held on April 20 from 9am-4pm at
This free event is open to the community and will feature expert speakers, an interactive workshop, and practical resources designed to help attendees gain a deeper understanding of dementia and learn meaningful, manageable ways to support those living with it.
Breakfast, lunch and snacks will be provided.
Reserve your seat today and be part of the conversation. Use the QR code or visit the online form to RSVP. Space is limited https://form.jotform.com/260546667351159
04/02/2026
Amazing Place is closed on Friday, April 3rd in observance of Good Friday. We wish you and your family a blessed Easter.
03/23/2026
Amazing Place is hiring! We are looking for a dedicated Participant Program Leader to join the Day Program at our Central Campus. Read more about the position and how to apply here:
03/19/2026
We are 5 weeks away from the Amazing Dinner West fundraiser at ā¦tickets and tables are still available but going fast!
Join chairs Vicky and Tony Georgas and Vicky and Robert Tillerson for an inspirational evening to raise funds and awareness for Amazing Place with keynote speaker Dr. Marc Milstein, author of the Age Proof Brain. Over a delicious meal, will share practical tips to protect your brain š§ , boost, memory, improve sleep, and lower the risk of dementia.
Get ten friends together for a table or purchase individual tickets on our website under Get Involved/The Amazing Dinner West.
You donāt want to miss it!
THURSDAY, APRIL 23
BECKENDORFF FARMS | 6:30PM
DINNER CO-CHAIRS
VICKY & TONY GEORGAS
VICKY & ROBERT TILLERSON
03/16/2026
Are you caregiving for a loved one with dementia? Here is your chance to ask your questions and get immediate answers to help you in your caregiver journey.
Ask us anything, including which doctors can help with memory loss, tips to manage agitation and difficult behaviors, next steps for continuing cognitive decline and more.
Caregiver Questions & Answers
Amazing Place West
Wednesday, March 18 from 10 am to 12 pm
Seating is limited, so register early on our website under For Caregiving Families/Caregiver Education/Shared Strategies and Support
And please share with anyone who may be interested!
03/14/2026
Great article from KPRC2 / Click2Houston about how to challenge your brain and keep it healthy! š§
Doctors often advise exercising your brain to stay sharp but stretching your brain might be the better description.
03/03/2026
We are excited to share that our West Day Program has passed all necessary state inspections needed to become fully operational and we are now welcoming new participants to our Amazing Place family in Katy š
Benefits of our reasonably-priced Day Program include a full array of cognitive, physical and spiritual activities for participants, a nutritious 3-course lunch and snack, and on-site licensed health and family services professionals.
We believe that hope through dementia starts when you do, and this is an Amazing Place to start. Learn more on our website and if you are interested in the West Day Program, please reach out to Carol at ccooper@amazingplacehouston.org
We also have space available at our Central Day Program. For more info, contact our Central Day Program Director Mallory Hejja at mhejja@amazingplacehouston.org.
03/02/2026
Dementia caregiving is hard! You are not alone if you feel overwhelmed, tired, constantly worried and think to yourself..I need a break!
Join us for a lively gathering to meet other dementia caregivers, understand why you need a break, and discover creative ways to find respite. If you are a spouse, family member, partner, or friend helping care for a loved one with dementia, this event is for you! Registration is free, and you can reserve your spot on our website under For Caregiving Families/Caregiver Education/Caregivers Connect and Special Caregiver Events
Caregivers Connect ! - āI NEED A BREAK!ā
Wednesday, March 11 from 10-11:30 am
Amazing Place West Campus
02/24/2026
Caring for a loved one with dementia can be overwhelming. Our evidence-based Savvy Caregiverā¢ programs are designed for caring families and friends to learn more about dementia, symptomatic behavior changes, skills to manage the disease and development of self-care.
We have TWO classes with spots still available starting in March.
Our 3-week Saavy Caregiver Express class meets once a week on Tuesdays (from 10am-12pm) starting March 3 at Memorial Drive Presbyterian Church.
Our more comprehensive 5-week Saavy Caregiver class meets once a week on Thursdays (from 9:30-11:30am) starting March 5 at Amazing Place Central.
Classes are free and registration is available on our website under Caregiver Education.
Sign up today. We know that caregiving is hard but hope through dementia can be found at Amazing Place.
02/19/2026
Emma Heming Willis is doing so much to shine a light on dementia and the caregiverās journey. Todayās opinion piece in USA Today explains why we as a country need to do more to support caregivers and the significant role they play.
Caregiving has meant confronting how unprepared our culture is to support families navigating FTD. It's a 24/7 responsibility, with little support.
02/15/2026
Amazing Place is closed on Monday, February 16 in observance of Presidentsā Day.
02/11/2026
This just made the news, in case you missed it! A research study found that playing a brain training video game may help protect the brain against dementia for decades. Experts say the findings are the strongest evidence yet that cognitive training can create lasting changes in the brain š§
Adults who played a specific type of cognitive speed training were found to have a dramatically lower risk of developing Alzheimerās, new research finds.
02/11/2026
Caring for a loved one with dementia can be overwhelming. Our Savvy Caregiver Express Program will help you and family members understand dementia, its effects on behavior, and how to develop personalized strategies for dementia caregiving and decision making.
This class meets once a week for 3 weeks, February 12, 19 & 26. Space is still available, register on our website under Caregiver Education.
Hope through dementia starts when you do. š
02/06/2026
Join us for The Amazing Dinner West event on April 23, 2026 at Beckendorff Farms! It will be a wonderful evening - a delicious dinner in a beautiful setting with tips on brain healthy living by keynote speaker Dr. Marc Milstein, bestselling author of The Age-Proof Brain. š§
The annual dinner benefits our operations, allowing us to offer reasonable rates for Day Program participants and deliver our Cognitive Stimulation Therapy, Caregiver Support programs and Brain Health Education initiatives at little to no cost to anyone in need. Tables are available for purchase on our website
and Feb. 28 is the underwriting deadline to be included on the invitation. We hope you will join us! š
Amazing Place is celebrating 30 years of hope this year šļøWhat began as a respite program for adults with dementia has evolved three decades later to be the Houston areaās leading resource in navigating dementia and nurturing brain health.
Last year, we served more than 10,000 individuals through our Day Program and Cognitive Stimulation Therapy as well as our Caregiver Support programs and Brain Health curriculum. Now with two campuses, we are even better positioned to meet the growing needs of an aging population and educate our community on aging well. A big THANK YOU to everyone who has made this milestone possibleā¦we are excited to celebrate 30 years with you! šš„°
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āIām always amazed to learn something new every day here. The days would be awfully empty without this place.ā
- Day Program Participant
āThe people here are kind and friendly. I feel I am part of a community. It took me months and months to realize why I was here ... itās the people. The great staff helps us and I am able to have friendships with everyone here.ā
- Day Program Participant
āThere is a great variety of people here and they are nice. The staff is so welcoming, from the moment you enter the front door. Iāve never seen anything like this.ā
- Day Program Participant
āI am so grateful knowing [my husband] is in such a safe and loving environment when he is at Amazing Place. He loves the food, the live music, and the friendships heās made. Heās even asked to extend his days, just so he doesnāt miss anything! The staff at Amazing Place is nothing short of ... amazing!ā
- Wife of a Day Program Participant
āAmazing Place has always exceeded my expectations. We are a community. We are family.ā
- Day Program Participant
āAmazing Place is a social place where I have lots of good friends. The programs are so rich and there are so many activities offered, itās difficult to choose just one.ā
- Day Program Participant
ā[My husband] is happy to have this place where he can go and not be judged for his disease or what he canāt remember. He is happy there and can be the ālife of the partyā again. Without Amazing Place, no doubt he would be lost. Itās a place he loves and I feel safe knowing he is there. Thank you for being a blessing to our family and considering us to receive scholarship assistance so my husband can continue to feel good about himself and learn how to enjoy life with Alzheimerās.ā
- Wife of a Day Program Participant
