Market Research Report: AGE of Central Texas
Company Overview
- Name: AGE of Central Texas
- Mission: AGE of Central Texas helps older adults and their caregivers thrive as they navigate the realities and opportunities of aging and caregiving.
- Founded: 1986
- Founders: Bert Kruger Smith and Willie Kocurek
- Key People:
- Julia Menegay, Board President
- Liz Nielsen, Board Vice Chair
- Shalana Poole, Board Treasurer
- Catherine Vergara, Board Past President
- Other Board Members include Gary "Chip" Skinkis, Christie Hilliard, S. Alessandro Insolia, Ismael Martinez, Jason McBride, Brianna McKinney, Yoselís Y. Ramos Hernandez, Lina Supnet-Zapata, Luz Lopez-Guerrero, Ronnie Taylor, and Ellen Stewart.
- Headquarters: Austin, Texas, USA
- Number of Employees: No information is available
- Revenue: No information is available
- What is the company known for: AGE of Central Texas is recognized for providing education, support, and services to older adults and caregivers, focusing on adult day health care, caregiver education, early memory loss support, health equipment lending, and technology training for seniors.
Products and Services
Products
1. Adult Day Health Care
- Description: Offers therapeutic and social activities for seniors under medical supervision.
- Key Features: Includes activities like music, exercise, gardening, brain fitness, games, special events, and art therapy. Provides socialization and respite to caregivers.
2. Caregiver Education and Resources
- Description: Provides one-on-one information, educational events, and support groups for caregivers.
- Key Features: Offers annual conferences, monthly seminars, and free evidence-based courses for caregivers.
3. Early Memory Loss Support - Memory Connections
- Description: A program designed to help individuals with mild cognitive changes, offering virtual and group activities tailored to cognitive levels.
- Key Features: Cognitive Stimulation Therapy, brain health education, support groups, enrichment activities, and personalized support plans.
4. Health Equipment Lending
- Description: A lending closet providing free medical equipment needed by older adults.
- Key Features: Includes wheelchairs, walkers, shower chairs, and adult incontinence products.
5. Peer-Based Computer Classes for Seniors
- Description: Helps seniors enhance their technology skills to engage with the digital world.
- Key Features: Focuses on hands-on technology instruction and personal coaching.
6. CaregiverU
- Description: Offers classes for non-professional family caregivers to support them in their roles.
- Key Features: Courses include Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions, Powerful Tools for Caregivers, A Matter of Balance, and Savvy Caregiver.
7. Thrive Social & Wellness Centers
- Description: Day programs offering social wellness support for older adults.
- Key Features: Provides daytime care for seniors that help reduce isolation and enhance quality of life.
Recent Developments
- Recent Developments: AGE of Central Texas has opened a new location in South Austin, which will expand its ability to provide services to the community.
- New Products: No information is available
- New Features: AGE has updated its Memory Connections program to include Cognitive Stimulation Therapy and other engaging activities.
- New Partnerships: AGE of Central Texas collaborates with multiple nonprofit organizations in Austin as part of CaregiverU and other educational programs.
Note
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