Tickets, sponsorships available for Meals on Wheels star-studded ‘Gone Country’ Music Fest

Tickets, sponsorships available for Meals on Wheels star-studded ‘Gone Country’ Music Fest

Bringing top Texas talent to a new indoor venue July 19 Rockwall, TX (May 15, 2025) – In case you haven’t heard the buzz, Meals on Wheels Senior Services of Rockwall County is turning up the volume and turning on the charm with its 2nd Annual Gone Country Music Fest presented by Michael Joyce Properties, […]

Flipping the Script: Rockwall Meals on Wheels celebrates seniors and those who serve them

Flipping the Script: Rockwall Meals on Wheels celebrates seniors and those who serve them

ROCKWALL, TX (May 16, 2025) In observance of the nationally recognized Older Americans Month, Meals on Wheels Senior Services of Rockwall County recently honored local seniors and volunteers who are helping to “Flip the Script on Aging.” Each May, MOWSS, along with the five city mayors, the city government, and individuals, nominate several outstanding seniors—or […]

Flip the Script on Aging: Digital fundraiser underway for Rockwall Meals on Wheels

Flip the Script on Aging: Digital fundraiser underway for Rockwall Meals on Wheels

Miles for Smiles ROCKWALL, TX (May 7, 2025) Every May, the Administration for Community Living leads the nation’s observance of Older Americans Month, a time to recognize older Americans’ contributions, highlight aging trends, and reaffirm commitments to serving older adults. The 2025 theme, Flip the Script on Aging, focuses on transforming how society perceives, talks about, […]

Caregiving support services from Rockwall Meals on Wheels & Area Agency on Aging

Caregiving support services from Rockwall Meals on Wheels & Area Agency on Aging

Rockwall, TX (May 5, 2025) – Caregiving can be a demanding job – it’s almost impossible to take on alone. The emotional, physical, and mental toll can leave you feeling exhausted. If you need a break, the North Central Texas Area Agency on Aging provides temporary relief for family caregivers. Eligible family members receive vouchers that […]

Learn about programs that can support family caregivers as paid providers

Learn about programs that can support family caregivers as paid providers

Rockwall, TX (April 1, 2025) – Caregiving and the time and resources associated can escalate quickly and leave you with feelings of despair and stress. Especially if you are working and caregiving. You may find yourself pulled in multiple directions without the proper resources to do what is needed for both your job and your […]

Meals on Wheels ‘Gone Country’ Music Fest returns July 19 with star-studded lineup, new indoor venue

Meals on Wheels ‘Gone Country’ Music Fest returns July 19 with star-studded lineup, new indoor venue

Rockwall, TX (March 26, 2025) – Meals on Wheels Senior Services of Rockwall County is turning up the volume and turning on the charm with its 2nd Annual Gone Country Music Fest, set for Saturday, July 19 at a brand new indoor venue, Tate Farms of Rockwall. The event promises an unforgettable evening of music, […]

Dementia Support Group for caregivers and families in Rockwall County

Dementia Support Group for caregivers and families in Rockwall County

Rockwall, TX (February 27, 2025) – Dementia is more than a thief; it is sneaky, unpredictable, and subtle in its approach, leaving the person affected keenly unaware of what is happening. Witnessing this thievery is doubly hard on the caregiver and family, as the unpredictable behaviors are frustrating, confusing, and saddening as they watch someone […]

Stay in the Light: Rockwall couple’s dazzling display inspires record-setting New Year donation to Meals on Wheels

Stay in the Light: Rockwall couple’s dazzling display inspires record-setting New Year donation to Meals on Wheels

Rockwall, TX (February 5, 2025) – It’s no secret that David and Brenda Hughes have been lighting up their home in The Shores for many years with a dazzling Christmas display.  Each December, countless families gather on Plummer Drive in Rockwall to experience the grand extravaganza, and to pay tribute to their late son, Nathaniel, by […]

Free webinar for making long-term care decisions coming on February 10

Free webinar for making long-term care decisions coming on February 10

Rockwall, TX (February 3, 2025) – Caring for a family member or friend can be rewarding at times. Still, it can also change direction quickly when it is evident that the current living situation is no longer appropriate for the safety of your family member or friend and everyone’s peace of mind. Hard conversations must […]

Caregiver Resources: Legal issues for caregivers

Caregiver Resources: Legal issues for caregivers

Rockwall, TX (January 2, 2025) – Navigating the legal system can be daunting, let alone doing it on behalf of a loved one. The need to advocate for someone can happen overnight and we are often unprepared. Or, it can be the case where someone’s health is declining slowly, and you never know the right […]