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Home Care Resources for Alzheimer's and Dementia Care in Austin

June 10, 2020

A Specialized Alzheimer's Care Approach with Individualized Care and Support for Austin Seniors

June is Alzheimer's Awareness month and at BrightStar Care of Greater Austin, we are focused on meeting the needs of people living with Alzheimer's. We customize our range of care services to meet the specific needs of people with dementia and provide support to their families. Our BrightStar Care Registered Nurse (RN) Director of Nursing evaluates each client and creates a personalized plan of care. Our Director of Nursing also oversees our specially trained care staff, and regularly reviews care plans and change of conditions with you to make sure your loved one is safe at home.

Go Purple Austin! June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month

The Alzheimer's Association of Texas Capital in South Austin reminds us that the more people who know about Alzheimer's, the more action we can inspire. During Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month, you can share your story and we encourage participation in The Longest Day. THE DAY WITH THE MOST LIGHT IS THE DAY WE FIGHT! On June 20th, 2020 — the summer solstice — people from across the world will fight the darkness of Alzheimer's through an at-home or online fundraising activity of their choice. Whether it's creating a putt-putt course in the living room, starting a workout challenge on social media, or hosting a trivia night via video conference, nearly any activity can be adjusted for physical distancing! Learn more CLICK HERE: https://www.alz.org/abam/overview.asp#takeActionBox

We also encourage you to look at the newly released facts about Alzheimer's disease just released for 2020. Watch and learn more here: 

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If you are caring for a family member with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias in Austin, and need support, there are many public health resources, information, and guidance to help you provide effective affordable dementia care. 

To Learn More about our local Alzheimer's Association Chapter please visit:

https://www.alz.org/texascapital

Home Care Resources for Alzheimer's & Dementia Care

Here are some options and resources to help family caregivers find Alzheimer’s support and care in Austin for a loved one:

https://www.brightstarcare.com/resources/alzheimers-dementia

In Austin, the Alzheimer's Association is now holding online support groups and training due to COVID-19. Here are upcoming virtual meetings you may be interested in joining :

Virtual Morning Cafe Support Group by Phone

Jun 9 - Dec 29 · Alzheimer's Association: Capital of Texas Chapter · Austin, Texas

Virtual Afternoon Break Support Group by Phone

Jun 4 - Dec 31 · Alzheimer's Association: Capital of Texas Chapter · Austin, Texas

Virtual: Dementia Conversations

Fri 4:30 PM CDT

BrightStar Care of Greater Austin provides 24/7 to Hourly Private Duty Home Health Care and Medical Staffing Services.

We offer support around the clock, providing a full continuum of Alzheimer's care services and support. We proudly serve Central Austin, Eastern Travis County, North Austin, East Austin, West Austin, Lake Travis, South Austin, Round Rock, Georgetown, and Tarrytown.

For more information on how BrightStar Care supports Greater Austin’s families, and to learn more about our local team of caregivers, skilled healthcare professionals – please Click Here.