Chapter News

Check out the June/July Calendar of Events! Our Chapter publishes a monthly newsletter with information on research, caregiving, local events, and much more! To subscribe, contact Amelia Frank at afrank@alz.org.

Every month, our chapter spotlights an issue related to dementia.  This month, learn more about Vascular Dementia.

A list of Alzheimer's and dementia news articles compiled by the Alzheimer's Association National Office is available in at their "In the News" page.

Mark your calendars!

Lunch n' Learn: Coping with Alzheimer's

The Alzheimer's Association Capital of Texas Chapter will soon be coming to a town near you with its latest class, "Coping with Alzheimer's." This class will provide useful strategies for families who have received a diagnosis of Alzheimer's and are unsure what their next steps should be. Topics discussed will include: coping with the diagnosis, changing family roles, disease stages, assembling a care team, and accessing community resources.

Classes will be held over lunch at local restaurants throughout central Texas. For class locations and times, call 800.367.2132 or email rsmith@alz.org. Please see our chapter calendar for lunch time & location, and topic. NOTE: Registration is required. Classes will be cancelled if a minimum of participants is not reached.

Upcoming classes:

Schulenburg: May 16 - Frank's Restaurant (11 N. Kessler Ave), 11:30-1:00pm
Marble Falls: June 13 - Doc's Fish Camp and Grill (900 GM 1431), 11:30-1:00pm
Lockhart: June 27 - Blacks BBQ (215 N Main Street), 11:30-1:00pm
Copperas Cove: July 11 - Bella Sera (609 E Hwy 190), 11:30-1:00pm
Johnson City: July 25 - Pecan Street Brewery (106 E. Pecan Drive), 11:30-1:00pm
Leander: August 1 - Mouton's Bistro - (309 US 183), 11:30-1:00pm

Early Stage Support Group

This 6 week support group for persons in the early stage of Alzheimer's or related disorders will be held every Tuesday via teleconference, beginning in late June.  Topics of discussion will include: changing relationships, maintaining independence, and planning for the future, among others.  Led by Suzanne Oliver, LCSW.  Pre-screening and registration required at (512) 241-0420.