Free 'Meaningful Activities for Persons with Dementia' seminar

AGE of Central Texas will host the free caregiver support seminar exploring “Meaningful Activities for Persons with Dementia” on Saturday, Jan. 18.  

Part of the on-going workshop series to help family members effectively care for an older adult, the free seminar will be held from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Onion Creek Senior Center, located at 420 Barton Crossing in Buda.

AGE of Central Texas caregiving and dementia experts Naomi Dalsbo and K.C. Lawrence will explore activities that caregivers and care recipients can do together, with an emphasis on stimulating activities for persons with dementia. Dalsbo serves as the activities director for the Williamson County Thrive Social & Wellness Center, and Lawrence is the program director for the Memory Connections early memory loss support program.

Registration for the conference is free, but space is limited.  Participants can register by calling 512-600-9275, or online.

AGE of Central Texas is a leading regional nonprofit delivering services, education and assistance supporting the area’s rapidly growing population of older adults and their caregivers. Serving residents in Central Texas, AGE’s six core programs include adult day health care, caregiver education, early memory loss support, health equipment lending, resource information and peer-based computer classes for older adults. Founded in 1986, AGE’s services cultivate strength, compassion and community. For more information on the programs and resources provided by AGE of Central Texas, visit AGE of Central Texas' website or call 512-451-4611.