CaregiverU is a collaboration of 20+ Central Texas non-profit agencies and community organizations, joining together to bring support and resources to families that are caring for an older loved one.
Classes are offered at no cost to participants with in-person class locations in Travis, Williamson, Hays, and Bastrop counties — and online globally. Classes are offered multiple times throughout the year at various locations in the Central Texas area, depending on which agency is hosting and teaching the course, in addition to online class opportunities.
CaregiverU is excited to offer six different courses for caregivers and their family members:
In-Person and Online:
Powerful Tools for Caregivers:
This series of six classes is designed to empower family caregivers of older adults to take better care of themselves. The tools learned from Powerful Tools for Caregivers benefit caregivers by developing a wealth of self-care strategies to better handle the unique challenges faced by family caregivers.
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A Matter of Balance: A fall prevention program to reduce the risk of devastating falls in older adults, and to help seniors develop an active, healthy lifestyle.
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Savvy Caregiver:
(offered in-person and virtually)
An in-depth, practical training specifically for family caregivers of persons with dementia.
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Online Classes:
Empowering YOU to Be a Smart and Healthy Caregiver
Online Caregiving Course for Individuals Caring for an Older Adult:
Being smart and healthy is important, because caring for an older adult can be both rewarding and overwhelming, both frustrating and fulfilling. Learning new tools can increase the rewards and ease the frustrations, and equips you to care for yourself as you care for another person.
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Empowering YOU to Be a Strategic Dementia Caregiver
Online Caregiving Course for Individuals Caring for an Older Adult Living with Dementia:
Being strategic is important, because caring for an older adult with dementia can be both rewarding and overwhelming, both frustrating and fulfilling. Learning about the disease causing the dementia – and learning new tools to manage daily life – can increase the rewards and ease the frustrations. Being strategic can also equip you to care for yourself as you care for another person.
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Empowering YOU to Prevent Falls
Online Falls Prevention Course for Older Adults:
Falls are both common and costly with billions of dollars spent to treat the injuries of the one in four older adults who will suffer a fall each year. The good news is that most falls can be prevented! Learning ways to prevent falls and putting that learning into action can empower you to keep yourself safe. This two-part fall prevention course uses information from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, along with information from other reputable sources, to give valuable guidance on ways that older adults can prevent falls.
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CaregiverU is brought to the community by AGE of Central Texas and the St. David’s Foundation.
About AGE of Central Texas
AGE of Central Texas is a non-profit organization that helps older adults and their caregivers thrive as they navigate the realities and opportunities of aging and caregiving. Drawn from the inspiration of our founders, our vision is a society where aging is a shared journey marked by connection, strength, and vitality, and the role of caregiving is supported through community, collaboration, and guidance
AGE’s Interrelated Programs:
Thrive Social & Wellness Centers:
The AGE Thrive Social & Wellness Centers provide exceptional daytime care for older adults with physical needs or memory loss, where older adults enjoy an active, social day while receiving the care and support each needs in a vibrant community setting. Our Centers in Austin and Round Rock are the longest-operating, licensed adult day care programs in Central Texas. In our secure facilities, your loved one will receive expert care from compassionate staff that are equipped to handle your loved one’s challenging health and memory loss-related needs. Our philosophy is to put the person first before their diagnosis–we believe the unique passions and personalities of the individuals that spend with us every day are what makes our centers exceptional. Learn more…
Caregiver Education and Resources:
AGE offers one-on-one counseling, information and referral, as well as educational events and support groups, for people who provide care to an aging or disabled adult. AGE’s resource library offers a wealth of information to help caregivers research the options and providers available in Central Texas. Free educational seminars, workshops, and conferences, with respite services available, are offered monthly, along with free monthly caregiver support groups in Austin and Round Rock. All services are provided at no charge. Learn more…
Virtual Connections:
The AGE Virtual Connections Program is a monthly subscription program offering group and virtual activities designed for different cognitive levels, featuring innovative virtual services for older adults and care partners to help you thrive. In collaboration with you, we create an individualized service plan, then provide tailored services or connect you to vetted service providers in the community to meet your goals and needs. Learn more…
Health Equipment Lending Program:
AGE’s durable medical equipment lending closet provides wheelchairs, walkers, shower benches, and other assistive devices to those in need at no cost. Learn more…
AGE Computer Lab – peer-based computer classes for seniors:
AGE offers basic computer training and coaching to older adults interested in finding out how technology can enhance their lives. Classes are taught by volunteer instructors in an on-site lab for very low cost. Students can learn how to write letters, manage finances, organize and share photos, shop online, and correspond with family and friends. Learn more…