Rockwall, TX (December 2, 2024) – The holidays can be a tricky time when grief comes around. It’s never easy to know what to say to someone when they are sad and we all want to help people feel better. As a caregiver or family member, it is important to have resources to assist you […]
MOWS staff and board members; from left: Kimberly Gossett-Smith, Jessica Mena, Holly Lyons, Maureen Cook, Sharon Ray, Rob Glover, Dawn Redig (front), Brenda Cross, Ariana Kistner, Margie VerHagen, Dennis Lewis, Al Lafere, Erin Neill, Mike Mishler. Photo by Malarie Hall Photography. Rockwall, TX (November 27, 2024) – On October 5th, the Meals on Wheels Senior […]
Hosts Taniya Nayak and Carter Ooosterhouse, ABC’s ‘The Great Christmas Light Fight’ Rockwall, TX (November 20, 2024) – Ready, set, glow. The most wonderful time of the year is here as ABC’s hit decorating competition series, “The Great Christmas Light Fight,” is back, showcasing America’s brightest houses with the help of celebrity judges and Christmas […]
Rockwall County, TX (October 30, 2024) – If you take care of someone who is older or who has a disability, you are a caregiver. Respite care, where someone else looks after your loved one while you take a break, is a great way for you to take some time for yourself. Taking time for […]
Rockwall, TX (October 11, 2024) – Twice a year a group of community members devoted to helping people and organizations in the county gather for an hour of inspiration. The group, Lakeside Leaders, with Lacy Deckard and Russ Porter spearheading the mission, are working to help nonprofits raise money and spread awareness. “Lakeside Leaders is […]
Rockwall County, TX (October 9, 2024) – Healthcare workers can better serve patients through partnerships with caregivers, but there needs to be more formal training and support on engaging caregivers in care planning. Exploring caregivers’ roles and experiences in supporting the health of loved ones is important to having confidence in the process. Issues including […]
Rockwall, TX (September 3, 2024) – Caregiving comes with a complex set of emotions and one big one is guilt. Guilt occurs frequently because caregivers’ expectations are often unrealistic. This free session will explore what guilt is, its causes as well as how to cope better with guilt and the importance of self-care. Caregiving can […]
Rockwall Meals on Wheels gala is crucial step to building Senior Life Center ROCKWALL, TX (Aug. 21, 2024) Meals on Wheels Senior Services of Rockwall County welcomes the community to gather around the table for a unique opportunity to bridge the gap between generations, share stories, and create unforgettable memories – all while enjoying a […]
Rockwall, TX (August 12, 2024) – Meals on Wheels’ inaugural Gone Country MusicFest was a great success, raising more than $15,000 in funds while increasing awareness for the organization’s ‘Welcome to the Table’ Capital Campaign. The concept came from MOWSS board member Holly Lyons originally as an Opry event to showcase Rockwall’s local talent. As […]
Rockwall, TX (August 1, 2024) – The sandwich generation is named so because it is effectively “sandwiched” between the obligation to care for their aging parents—who may be ill, unable to perform various tasks, or in need of financial support—and children, who require financial, physical, and emotional support. The demands of caring and making decisions […]