Business Details
Senior Services & Caregiver Resources in Central Texas
We are Area Agency on Aging of Central Texas, a dedicated organization serving individuals aged 60 and older along with their families across Bell, Coryell, Hamilton, Lampasas, Milam, Mills, and San Saba counties. Our mission centers on empowering seniors and caregivers through comprehensive support programs, including benefits counseling, health and wellness initiatives, and care coordination services. With decades of experience navigating complex senior care systems, we provide expert guidance on Medicare, Medicaid, Social Security, and legal assistance.Our team specializes in short-term and long-term care planning, caregiver support, and respite services designed to reduce stress and improve quality of life. We maintain strong partnerships with local agencies to ensure reliable service delivery while upholding strict compliance with state and federal regulations. Our commitment to transparency and ethical practices has established us as a trusted resource for senior care solutions in Central Texas.
Services
Short-Term Care
Long-Term Care
Ombudsman Services
Caregiver Support
Respite Care
Nutrition Counseling
Benefits Counseling
Health Workshops
Advance Planning
Housing Options
Highlights and features
- We offer free evidence-based health and wellness programs for seniors
- Our certified counselors provide expert guidance on Medicare and Medicaid
- We coordinate short-term and long-term care solutions across seven counties
- We provide free respite care services for caregivers
- Our team helps navigate complex housing and care options
What people say
Valuable class
Excellent information
Great support groups
Effective workshops
Dedicated staff
Services
Short-Term Care
Our short-term care services help seniors recover after health crises through personalized care coordination. We connect clients with temporary support solutions while developing long-term care strategies. Our team works closely with families to ensure smooth transitions between care settings.
Caregiver Support
We provide comprehensive caregiver support including respite care, training workshops, and emotional support groups. Our programs help reduce caregiver stress while improving care quality through evidence-based methodologies and peer support networks.
Benefits Counseling
Certified counselors offer free guidance on Medicare, Medicaid, and Social Security benefits. We help seniors navigate complex application processes and maximize available financial resources through personalized consultation services.
Health Workshops
Free community-based health and wellness workshops focus on chronic disease management, nutrition, and fall prevention. Our interactive classes use proven curricula to help seniors maintain independence and improve health outcomes.
Respite Care
We offer free respite care services through programs like The Thursday Club, providing temporary care for loved ones with social activities and meals. This service gives caregivers essential breaks while maintaining client safety and engagement.
Questions
What senior services do you offer in Central Texas?
We provide short-term and long-term care coordination, caregiver support, benefits counseling, health workshops, and nutrition services across seven Central Texas counties.
Are your services free for seniors?
Yes, all our core services including care coordination, benefits counseling, and health workshops are provided at no cost to eligible seniors and caregivers.
How can caregivers get respite care?
Caregivers can access free respite services through our Thursday Club program, which offers weekly social activities and meals for care recipients.
Do you help with Medicare and Medicaid applications?
Yes, our certified benefits counselors provide free guidance on Medicare, Medicaid, and Social Security applications and eligibility requirements.
What health programs are available for seniors?
We offer evidence-based health workshops focusing on chronic disease management, fall prevention, and nutrition counseling to help seniors maintain independence.
Reviews (2)
Sheryll Lamkin
May 01, 2021
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Took awhile for them to get back to me. If they don't answer your voice mails, keep trying until you get a person. Things move fast then and they are very helpful and SO worth the wait.
Anne Kelln
Jul 20, 2017
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The phone call I got from y'all today was light a light at the end of a dark tunnel. I hung up feeling like the weight of the world was off my shoulders. I cannot express how much we appreciate your help so that Poppy can have the best care available.
