Area Agency on Aging of the Capital Area

05/20/2026

05/19/2026

Join us this Wednesday at the RBJ Resource Festival as we celebrate Older Americans Month!

Stop by to connect with local community organizations, explore valuable resources, and learn practical fall prevention strategies from our Health & Wellness Coordinator.

We look forward to seeing you there!

05/14/2026

Every May, the Administration for Community Living leads the nation’s observance of Older Americans Month, a time to recognize older adults' contributions and reaffirm our commitment to supporting their health and independence.

The 2026 theme, Champion Your Health, underscores prevention, wellness, and personal responsibility as cornerstones of healthy aging. It encourages taking an active role in managing and advocating for your health, accessing preventive care, and making informed decisions. This year, we are focused on evidence-based approaches, self-management, caregiver roles, and community partnerships that empower individuals to lead healthy lives.

05/01/2026

AAACAP's Shirley Trapani and Austin area elder attorney, Terry Garrett, with The Garrett Law Firm, joined the fourth episode of a new caregiver podcast to share information about the legal needs of caregivers.

The podcast, The Care Economy, dives how systems can better protect family caregivers’ financial stability while strengthening workforce participation and community resilience. Find links in the comments.



USC Caregiver Economy

04/23/2026

We were proud to host an informational booth at the Central Texas African American Family Support Conference!

It was a great opportunity to connect with community members, share resources, and highlight the program and services available through the Area Agency on Aging and Aging & Disability Resource Center of the Capital Area.

04/12/2026

Get help understanding which Medicare plan best fits your needs—contact our Medicare Benefits Counselors today.

512-916-6178 or BCinfo@capcog.org

One of the biggest questions people ask when enrolling in Medicare: Should I enroll in Original Medicare or a Medicare Advantage Plan? The best plan is the one that fits your health needs, your budget, and your lifestyle. Original Medicare and Medicare Advantage both have real advantages, but they work very differently. Understanding how each one works is the first step to finding the right fit for you.

You can contact your SHIP with any Medicare-related questions or concerns. SHIP counselors are federally funded to provide trusted, unbiased Medicare counseling at no cost to you. Find them at shiphelp.org

04/10/2026

Great turnout at today’s Health and Resource Fair at Kingsland Sharing the Harvest!

We loved connecting with community members and sharing resources that support older adults, caregivers, and individuals with disabilities. Thank you to everyone who stopped by to learn more about our programs and services.

04/08/2026

🔔 Aging Services Workshop

The Area Agency on Aging (AAA) and the Aging & Disability Resource Center (ADRC) of the Capital Area invite community members and helping professionals to join us for an upcoming workshop. This session will provide an overview of AAA/ADRC programs and services available to support older adults, caregivers, and individuals with disabilities across the 10-county CAPCOG region.

Date: Wednesday, May 6, 2026
Time: 9a.m.-12p.m.
Location: Allen Baca Center, 301 W Bagdad Ave bldg 2, Round Rock, TX 78664

Register by May 3, 2026, to reserve your spot!
ASL interpretation and accommodations available upon request.

Register Here: https://www.capcog.org/trainings/your-partner-round-rock/

04/08/2026

CAPCOG and the Area Agency on Aging of the Capital Area (AAACAP) is accepting public comments on its draft 2027-2029 Aging Services Area Plan until 10 a.m. May 1, 2026. The plan outlines priorities, goals, and strategies to support older adults, caregivers, and communities across the CAPCOG 10-county region.

Resident, community, stakeholder and partner’s input is essential to ensuring the plan reflects the needs, experiences, and priorities of those AAACAP serves. All comments are welcome especially from older adults, family caregivers, service providers, and community members. All comments received will be carefully considered and may inform revisions to the final plan.

Public Comment Link: https://www.capcog.org/event/27-29-aaacap-area-plan-comments/

04/07/2026

Join us this Friday at the Health and Resource Fair in Kingsland, TX!