April 18, 2008
14th Annual AGE Awards Dinner

The evening of Friday, April 18th was a fun, festive and energetic evening as we celebrated our five outstanding honorees at the 14th Annual AGE Awards Dinner, a gala that is always an affirming event. 

The 2008 AGE Award Honorees:

AGE Willie Kocurek Vital Aging Award: Carlos Higgins
AGE Bert Kruger Smith Vision Award: Kitty Hoskins
AGE Philanthropy Award: Lions Clubs of Central Texas (Lone Star Lions Eye Bank)
AGE Community Service Award: Roberta Przybylski
AGE Professional Spirit Award: Kendra Peters

October 12 and 13, 2007
6th Annual 'Striking a Balance' Caregivers Conference

Presented by Austin Groups for the Elderly and the Area Agency on Aging of the Capital Area. During this conference, participates learn about local resources to help them care for their loved ones and acquire skills that help them better manage their caregiving situation. Elderhaven Adult Day Care prvides free respite for caregivers on the day of the conference.

August 14, 2007
Advocacy with Health Care Providers

This seminar teaches participants to ask for help when needed and how to locate the caregiver support services they need.

June 19, 2007
Drive Well Seminar

This seminar promotes driver safety and mobility in the community, giving older adults, families and professionals the strength to safely retain the car keys.

May 19. 2007
Brake Before You Break Forum

The most important resource a family caregiver has is themselves, so it is essential to safeguard this valuable resource. Meet other caregivers and learn about local caregiver support & respite resources, as well as tips for taking care of yourself while caring for others.

April 20, 2007
13th Annual AGE Awards Dinner

October 14, 2006
5th Annual 'Striking a Balance' Caregivers Conference

April 21, 2006
12th Annual AGE Awards Dinner

February 6– March 13, 2006
Life After Diagnosis: Coping with Life-Threatening Illness                  (Support Groups Flyer in PDF)

January 31, 2006
Elder Mediation: How to Move Forward When Families Don’t Agree      (Seminar Flyer in PDF)

For other recent news, download or view our Winter 2006 Newsletter:        Growing With AGE  (in PDF)

For more information on any of our events, please contact us:     

(512) 451-4611 or info@ageofaustin.org