ROCKWALL, TX (Feb. 13, 2022) Following a two year hiatus, Meals on Wheels Senior Services of Rockwall County looks forward to hosting its Annual Spring Tea Luncheon from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, March 31 at Hidden Creek, 215 Chris Cuny Parkway in Heath. New this year will a Fashion Show in partnership with […]
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 […]
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 […]
ROCKWALL, TX – Jan. 6 , 2022 — Throughout December, Rockwall couple Brenda and David Hughes strung up an estimated 40,000 Christmas lights at their home in The Shores – all for a great cause! At their lights display, the Hughes accepted donations of non-skid socks and blankets as well as monetary donations for Meals […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Dec. 7, 2021) If you live in North Central Texas, care for someone who has dementia, and are not paid to be a caregiver, you may qualify for support services at no cost to you or your loved one. Here are a few organizations that provide support: Alzheimer’s Association provides information, education, and […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Nov. 23, 2021) Yesterday, several senior clients of Meals on Wheels were delighted to receive Thanksgiving turkeys and all the ingredients needed to prepare delicious side dishes, thanks to food donations collected by members of the JER Chilton YMCA at Rockwall. As part of the their annual community food drive, the YMCA reached […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Nov. 4, 2021) Holidays can often create discomfort for the person with dementia. Crowded homes and lots of noise can be unsettling and, in turn, create stress for the caregiver. So how do you better manage this holiday season for yourself and the person with dementia? Join North Central Texas Caregiver Teleconnection from noon […]
ROCKWALL, TX – October 27, 2021 —The community docked at the Hilton Dallas/Rockwall Lakefront this past weekend to show its support for Meals on Wheels Senior Services during its “Smooth Sailing” gala, presented by Interstate Wire Co. Incorporated and Agave Wire. Guests of MOWS 4th annual gala enjoyed a treasure trove of entertainment during the […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Oct. 7, 2021) Making home safer for an older adult who has difficulty walking, seeing clearly, or some other disabling condition means making a home safer for everyone who lives in the house. Since falls in older adults accounts for the leading cause of disability and impairment for older adults, often a few […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Oct. 4, 2021) Iron Ranch Business Park will host its inaugural Car Show from 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 20 at Wilkerson-Sanders Stadium, 1201 T.L. Townsend Drive, with all proceeds benefiting Meals on Wheels Senior Services of Rockwall County. Enjoy food truck, live music, and trophies for winning entries. Event sponsors include […]