Area Agency on Aging of the Capital Area

Today, on World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, we stand together to raise awareness and promote dignity, respect, and safety for older adults in our communities.

Elder abuse can take many forms - including physical, emotional, financial, and neglect - and often goes unnoticed. By learning the signs, checking in on loved ones, and speaking up, we can help create communities where older adults are valued, protected and empowered.

Wear a ribbon, wear Purple! Honor survivors of and help promote !

Family Eldercare needs volunteers to help with their annual Summer Fan Drive.

Fan Drive Office Volunteers: From May 1 to September 15, their greatest need is for volunteers at the Summer Fan Drive office. They need volunteers to distribute fans to people in need who come by the Family Eldercare office. Volunteers assist with fan sorting, warehouse/office operations, data entry, and must commit to multiple shifts.

Fan Drop-Off Event Volunteers: They need volunteers to help at their Fan Drop Off Event. Volunteers assist with directing traffic, unloading donated fans, and distributing event materials. With various locations and time slots available, volunteering is a great way to help your community stay cool and comfortable.

Delivery Drive Volunteers: From May 1 to September 15, they depend on volunteer drivers to deliver fans—free of charge—to those who need them most. Many older adults and individuals with medical or mobility challenges can’t travel to pick one up. Volunteers choose delivery routes based on their availability and pick up fans from the warehouse.

Southwest Regional Women Veterans Summit: Boots on the Ground for Boots on the Ground

This event is designed for women Veterans, returning citizens, and transitioning service members to connect with VA services and benefits, fostering engagement and enrollment.

July 24-25, 2026 | 7:30a.m.-5:00p.m.
Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center, 900 E. Market Street, San Antonio, TX 78205

Attendee registration: https://whova.com/portal/registration/bIpBmx5GL4oTJcmYk45h/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery

Thank you to everyone that came and celebrated to dedication of our Leander Senior Activity Center!
We had a great turnout and look forward continuing to create meaningful experiences for our Active Older Adults.

Find our Flickr photo album: https://bit.ly/43ciCTs

Join the City of Buda, TX - City Government and Alzheimer's Association this month for upcoming events in recognition of Alzheimer's & Brain Awareness Month. We hope to see you there!

Learn more here: http://act.alz.org/goto/BudaGoesPurple

The City of Buda is partnering with the Alzheimer’s Association of Central Texas for Buda Goes Purple Week, June 1-5, in recognition of Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month. 💜

Throughout the week, our community will come together to help raise awareness, support caregivers and families impacted by dementia, and encourage conversations around healthy aging. We invite everyone to wear purple, participate in local events, and help spread awareness across Buda.

📅 Upcoming events:
🟣 May 30 - City of Buda Older Adults Resource Fair at Buda City Hall from 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
🟣 June 2 - Two educational sessions at the Buda Public Library:
• 10 a.m.: Know the 10 Signs of Alzheimer’s & Dementia
• 11 a.m.: Building Healthy Brain Habits
🟣 June 3 - Buda Goes Purple Community Mixer at Meridian from 4 p.m.-6 p.m.

Learn more at: https://budatx.gov/m/newsflash/home/detail/1793

Thank you Aging Services Council of Central Texas for highlighting us a trusted partner.

We value the opportunity to collaborate in supporting older adults, caregivers, and individuals with disabilities across our region and appreciate you continued partnership in connecting communities to valuable resources and services.

This month’s Member Spotlight recognizes the Area Agency on Aging of the Capital Area, ASC’s hosting organization.

As ASC’s hosting organization, the Area Agency on Aging of the Capital Area plays an important role in supporting coordination, collaboration, and regional impact across Central Texas. Through its work, older adults, caregivers, and aging service providers are connected to vital resources, services, benefits counseling, caregiver support, and information that promote independence, dignity, and healthy aging.

We are proud to recognize their leadership and continued commitment to strengthening the aging services network across Central Texas.