‘Mental Health First Aid’ webinar for caregivers set for Jan. 31

‘Mental Health First Aid’ webinar for caregivers set for Jan. 31

ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (Dec. 28, 2022) The North Central Texas Area Agency on Aging will host a webinar/online course called ‘Mental Health First Aid,’ funded in part, by Texas Health and Human Services. The online course is designed for caregivers, professionals and family members, and will be offered from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday, […]

Stress-busting for family caregiver of persons with Alzheimer’s and Dementia

Stress-busting for family caregiver of persons with Alzheimer’s and Dementia

ROCKWALL, TX (Feb. 3, 2022) Behavior is a powerful form of communication and is one of the primary ways for people with dementia to communicate their needs and feelings as the ability to use language is lost. However, some behaviors can present real challenges for caregivers to manage. Join Family Caregivers Online to learn to […]

Caregiver education and training available on the aging process, disease, home safety and more

Caregiver education and training available on the aging process, disease, home safety and more

ROCKWALL, TX (Jan. 6, 2022) If you are helping someone with physical care, emotional support, doctor visits, shopping, legal issues, financial matters, or finding resources, YOU are a caregiver! Learning more about the illness that your loved one is experiencing, or how to handle stress, can be helpful for caregivers. The Area Agency on Aging […]

Calling all caregivers! Free programs available

Calling all caregivers! Free programs available

ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (August 6, 2021) The North Central Texas Area Agency on Aging is a proud sponsor of A Matter of Balance, Chronic Disease Self-Management, Chronic Pain Self-Management, and Diabetes Self-Management programs. All classes are offered free of charge to participants of all ages. A Matter of Balance Many older adults experience concerns about […]

Tips for caregivers: How to plan ahead for health, legal and financial issues

Tips for caregivers: How to plan ahead for health, legal and financial issues

ROCKWALL, TX – Feb. 3, 2021 – Meals on Wheels Senior Services of Rockwall County offers a range of information and educational materials of tips and tools for family caregivers, information on agencies and organizations that provide caregiver support. Contacting MOWSS is the first step towards seeking support and maintaining a healthy balance between the caregivers […]

Long distance caregivers: Visiting with your elderly relative

Long distance caregivers: Visiting with your elderly relative

ROCKWALL, TX – Jan. 6, 2021 – Meals on Wheels Senior Services offers a range of information and educational materials of tips and tools for family caregivers, information on agencies and organizations that provide caregiver support. Contacting MOWSS is the first step towards seeking support and maintaining a healthy balance between the caregivers own self-sufficiency […]

Virtual Resource Fair planned for caregivers in Rockwall, Kaufman counties

Virtual Resource Fair planned for caregivers in Rockwall, Kaufman counties

ROCKWALL, TX – Nov. 4, 2020 – November is National Family Caregivers Month to honor more than 40 million caregivers across the country who support aging parents, ill spouses or loved ones with disabilities who remain at home. There will be a FREE Virtual Caregiver Resource Fair for Rockwall and Kaufman Counties (via Zoom & […]

Meals on Wheels of Rockwall County offers tips and tools for caregivers

Meals on Wheels of Rockwall County offers tips and tools for caregivers

ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX – Oct. 13, 2020 – Meals on Wheels Senior Services offers a range of information and educational materials of tips and tools for family caregivers, plus information on agencies and organizations that provide caregiver support. Contacting MOWSS is the first step towards seeking support and maintaining a healthy balance between the caregivers […]

Couple reunited: Rockwall health and rehab center welcomes first visitor in six months

Couple reunited: Rockwall health and rehab center welcomes first visitor in six months

ROCKWALL, TX (Sept. 28, 2020) Mrs. Peterson, a resident at Highland Meadows Health and Rehab in Rockwall, received a long-awaited embrace from her husband this morning as the facility opened its doors for Essential Caregiver Visitation – the first time in six months. Highland Meadows, located at 1870 John King Blvd., has remained COVID-19 free […]