Amazing Place

06/02/2026

Looking for a part-time position with an amazing team? 💙 Amazing Place is hiring a part-time Development Coordinator whose primary role is to maintain the database systems and donor communication required to support the fundraising activities of the Development Department. Responsibilities include receiving and processing all gifts and reports for Amazing Place and creating donor acknowledgements, including in-kind gifts. Some experience in fundraising, communications, and/or marketing preferred with a strong working knowledge of computer software (MS Word and Excel are a must). Interested? Check out the full job description https://www.amazingplacehouston.org/careers/

To apply, please submit your resume, cover letter and salary requirements to careers@amazingplacehouston.org

05/29/2026

Did you know that over the age of 65, women face a 1 in 5 lifetime risk of developing Alzheimer’s—compared to just 1 in 10 for men? But ladies (and gentlemen) there is something we can do about it! Research has found that up to 45% of dementia cases can be prevented by adopting a brain-healthy lifestyle.

As May is National Women’s Health Month, why not take a step now toward protecting your brain 🧠 and sign up for one of our free Brain Health Matters presentations. Hear from our brain health experts about practical ways to reduce your risk and adopt a brain-healthy lifestyle.

It’s never too early or too late to be proactive about your brain health. 🧠 💪 Start now and sign up for one of our free presentations on our website.

05/23/2026

We will be closed on Memorial Day as we take time to honor and remember the brave men and women who served our country. 🇺🇸 We look forward to welcoming you back after the holiday and hope you have a safe and meaningful Memorial Day! 💙

05/22/2026

ICYMI the first time, you won’t want to miss this amazing virtual course to strengthen your brain, improve your memory and stress less! Leading brain health researcher, speaker and author, Dr. Milstein breaks through the noise with clear and actionable research-based strategies all of us can use to be proactive about our brain health. Age Proof Your Brain offers:
4 Live Presentations
Useable Tips & Techniques
Latest Brain Health Breakthroughs
Interactive Discussions and Q&A

Thursdays, Oct. 29, Nov. 5, 12 & 19 from 11-12pm

Space is limited so scan the QR code to enroll now and use code BRAINBOOST1 for discounted price of $204

For more information, email Mehrnaz Gill, Brain Health Programs Director, mgill@amazingplacehouston.org

05/20/2026

The benefits of a Day Program versus in-home care are well documented! Activities such as cognitive games, art projects and reminiscing stimulate memory and communications skills and are important in preserving brain function and moments of connection.

Importantly, caregivers also have the added benefits of greatly needed respite and more productive work schedules. Studies have found that caregivers who used adult day services reported lower stress and the ability to maintain their relationships for longer than those who did not.

As you see, the benefits keep adding up when considering the cost of Amazing Place’s Day Program versus paid home care for someone in the early stages of the disease.

With everything it offers, it’s hard to find a better value than our Day Program whether it’s for one or five days per week – and if you are interested, we currently have openings in our Day Program at both campuses. Visit our website to learn more and schedule a tour! 💙

05/15/2026

We ❤️ our volunteers and could not fulfill our mission without them! If you have been thinking about volunteering, now’s your chance! 😃

We currently have a few openings at our Central campus – for more info, please email Susie Howard at showard@amazingplacehouston.org.

We are also in need of Program Partner volunteers at our new West Campus – for more info, please email Mari Bosker at mbosker@amazingplacehouston.org

FRONT DESK COORDINATORS
Our Front Desk Coordinators serve as the “Face of Amazing Place” and manage the front desk and the lobby.
Current Openings: 2nd & 4th Fridays from 4:00-6:00pm / 3rd Thursdays from 4:00-6:00pm
Substitutes for other days from 4:00-6:00pm and when staff is out

MEMORY PRESERVATION NUTRITION KITCHEN VOLUNTEERS
Our brain-healthy meals require lots of hands to help prepare all the fresh food we serve each day. This role involves chopping vegetables, preparing cookie
dough, plating salads, desserts, and afternoon refreshments.
Current Openings: Weekdays from 9:00am-12:00pm

BIBLE STUDY LEADERS
We provide curriculum guidance but each volunteer brings their own flair as a small group (7-12 participants) gather daily in the chapel to sing hymns, join in prayer and listen to an inspirational message.
Current Openings: Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 1:00-2:15pm

COFFEE TALK VOLUNTEERS
Each morning as participants arrive, volunteers greet them and offer coffee, juice and great conversation.
Current Openings: Wednesdays and Fridays from 8:00-9:30am

PROGRAM PARTNERS
Program Partners assist or lead participants in cognitive activities such as brain games, reminiscing groups,
dominoes, scrabble, mahjong and much more.
Current Openings: Mondays and Fridays from 9:30am-12:00pm, 1:00-3:30pm or 3:30-5:30pm

05/11/2026

¿Siente usted un sentimiento de dolor previo a perder a su ser querido, adulto mayor? El duelo anticipado se produce cuando los familiares empiezan a lamentar cambios y pérdidas que ocasiona una enfermedad grave en un ser querido.Ven a conocer las fases del duelo que existen al cuidar al adulto mayor con cambios en la memoria relacionados a la demencia o Alzheimer y recibe estrategias para encontrar esperanza.

Sábado, 30 de mayo,10am–12:30pm
St. Bartholomew the Apostle Catholic Church
5356 11th Street, Katy, TX 77493

Comuníquese con Yadira Reyes, MSW
en yreyes@amazingplacehouston.org o
(832) 955-1976 para más información.

05/08/2026

Cheers to our Amazing Place moms! Chef Michael treated everyone to delish mom-mocktails during our Mother’s Day lunch today…we started the celebration early! 💕

05/06/2026

May is National Speech-Language-Hearing Month when awareness is raised about the importance of communication and the professionals who help in this area.

Dementia caregivers rank communication problems as the most challenging aspects of care, leading to severe emotional strain. Research shows that up to 88% of dementia patients experience communication problems:

72% experience word finding difficulties
68% experience trouble constructing sentences
42% experience decreased comprehension

Is your loved one experiencing difficulty finding the right words, participating in conversation, or expressing what they really mean? Please join us for our upcoming Caregivers Connect session “When Cognitive Impairment Affects Communication” to discuss these issues and learn successful strategies for helping.

Seating is limited so please register early on our website at For Caregiving Families/Caregiver Education/Caregivers Connect

July 9th at Amazing Place West 10-11:30
OR
August 8th at Amazing Place Central 9:30-11:00

05/05/2026

We are excited and honored to be nominated for the Best of Katy 2026 Awards! If you want to show us the love 💙 vote in support of Amazing Place!

Voting is open until May 29th and is allowed once per category, once per day. The link to cast your vote is in the QR code.

Amazing Place is in the Best Nonprofit/Civic Organization category under Professional & Personal Services. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your support!

05/05/2026

CONFERENCIA PARA CUIDADORES HISPANOS
“CUIDAMOS JUNTOS CON AMOR Y RESPETO”
Evento gratuito en español, dirigido a quienes cuidan de adultos mayores en su familia. Tendremos recursos útiles, presentaciones de programas, servicios de apoyo, espacios para conversar con otros cuidadores, talleres educativos sober la demencia y mucho mas

SÁBADO, 16 DE MAYO
8:30 AM - 1:00 PM
MAGNOLIA MULTI-SERVICE CENTER
(7037 CAPITOL ST, HOUSTON, TX)
💙
Join us for the upcoming CONFERENCE FOR HISPANIC CAREGIVERS “CARING TOGETHER WITH LOVE AND RESPECT”

A free event in Spanish, designed for those caring for older adults in their families. We will feature useful resources, program presentations, support services, opportunities to connect with other caregivers,educational workshops on dementia—and much more!
Saturday May 16 from 8:30 am to 1:00 pm
Magnolia Multi-Service Center
7037 Capitol Street, Houston

04/29/2026

What a wonderful evening! Thank you to everyone who came out to the Amazing Dinner West last Thursday night as we celebrated our new Katy campus and the 30th anniversary for Amazing Place. We are incredibly grateful to our co-chairs Vicky and Tony Georgas and Vicky and Robert Tillerson for their leadership and to everyone who made the evening such a success, including a special musical performance from the and a very inspiring talk about brain health from keynote speaker 🧠

Proceeds from the event support Amazing Place operating costs so we can provide the Day Program at an affordable rate and our Cognitive Stimulation Therapy, Caregiver Support and Brain Health Education free of charge. Generosity shown this evening will help us meet the growing needs of families facing dementia in our community. We are grateful 💙

04/28/2026

Calling all Caregivers! Here is your chance to ask your questions and get them answered.

Join the dementia experts from Amazing Place in a free, open format to get immediate answers to improve your quality of life and get the support you need. We’ll answer questions like:

What kind of doctors can help with memory loss?
How do I manage difficult behaviors?
What are my next steps as the disease progresses?
How do I develop a circle of support?

Seating is limited, so register early on our website under For Caregiving Families/Caregiver Education/Caregivers Connect

Wednesday, May 6 from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Amazing Place Central

04/22/2026

This Volunteer Recognition Week, we celebrate our amazing volunteers who give from the heart at Amazing Place. From welcoming participants to helping in the kitchen to making our campuses beautiful, our volunteers make a difference every day. We are deeply grateful for their time and dedication💙

04/22/2026

Great article in USA Today about the importance of brain health, particularly as it relates to Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia.

People have no control over Alzheimer's risk factors such as age, genes and family history. Diet, exercise and adequate sleep improve brain health.

04/21/2026

Did you know that 70% of people over 65 will need long-term care in later years?

The key to aging well is planning for your future TODAY — choosing your decision makers, putting your documents together and thinking about housing and healthcare decisions.

Want to learn how? Join us for our upcoming Aging Roadmap starting a week from today on Tuesday April 28. This free 3 week, 2 hours per week program will help you make key decisions and put plans in place now so you can age on your own terms! It’s never too early or too late to begin planning your aging journey. Spots are still available, register on our website under Brain Health/Aging Roadmap

Aging Roadmap 4/28/2026 - 5/12/2026
The Church of St. John the Divine
Tuesdays from 10am-12pm
This class will meet on April 28, May 5 & 12.

04/16/2026

We are currently looking for a staff accountant to join our AMAZING team! To apply for this position, please submit your resume, cover letter and salary requirements to
careers@amazingplacehouston.org. And if you know of anyone who might be interested, please share our post. https://www.amazingplacehouston.org/careers/

04/13/2026

This is a very interesting study conducted by Dr. Paul Schulz, professor of neurology at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston. Dr. Schulz also serves on the Amazing Place Advisory Council.

Research Risk of Alzheimer’s dementia significantly reduced after high-dose influenza vaccination compared to the standard dose, study finds By Sydney Lowther April 01, 2026 Paul Schulz, MD, professor of neurology at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston. (Photo By Robert Seale) A UTHealth H...

04/09/2026

The Amazing Dinner West event is coming up on Thursday, April 23! If you haven’t purchased your ticket, there is still time to join us. We hope to see you as we celebrate 30 years of helping families navigate dementia and nurturing brain health. A big THANK you to our event chairs, Vicky and Tony Georgas and Vicky and Robert Tillerson 👏

Our keynote speaker Dr. Marc Milstein, the author of The Age-Proof Brain, will share strategies that will energize you and provide a clear roadmap to a longer, healthier, and more productive life.

Tickets can be purchased on our website or for more information, please contact:
Suzanne Weatherall at sweatherall@amazingplacehouston.org or call 713-660-1372

Join us as we mingle with friends, eat a delicious meal and learn how to age proof our brains 🧠 while raising funds for Amazing Place West 💙

04/06/2026

Join us for the Alzheimer’s and Dementia Educational Symposium held on April 20 from 9am-4pm at

This free event is open to the community and will feature expert speakers, an interactive workshop, and practical resources designed to help attendees gain a deeper understanding of dementia and learn meaningful, manageable ways to support those living with it.

Breakfast, lunch and snacks will be provided.

Reserve your seat today and be part of the conversation. Use the QR code or visit the online form to RSVP. Space is limited
https://form.jotform.com/260546667351159

04/02/2026

Amazing Place is closed on Friday, April 3rd in observance of Good Friday. We wish you and your family a blessed Easter.

03/23/2026

Amazing Place is hiring! We are looking for a dedicated Participant Program Leader to join the Day Program at our Central Campus. Read more about the position and how to apply here:

03/19/2026

We are 5 weeks away from the Amazing Dinner West fundraiser at …tickets and tables are still available but going fast!

Join chairs Vicky and Tony Georgas and Vicky and Robert Tillerson for an inspirational evening to raise funds and awareness for Amazing Place with keynote speaker Dr. Marc Milstein, author of the Age Proof Brain. Over a delicious meal, will share practical tips to protect your brain 🧠, boost, memory, improve sleep, and lower the risk of dementia.

Get ten friends together for a table or purchase individual tickets on our website under Get Involved/The Amazing Dinner West.

You don’t want to miss it!

THURSDAY, APRIL 23
BECKENDORFF FARMS | 6:30PM

DINNER CO-CHAIRS
VICKY & TONY GEORGAS
VICKY & ROBERT TILLERSON

03/16/2026

Are you caregiving for a loved one with dementia? Here is your chance to ask your questions and get immediate answers to help you in your caregiver journey.

Ask us anything, including which doctors can help with memory loss, tips to manage agitation and difficult behaviors, next steps for continuing cognitive decline and more.

Caregiver Questions & Answers
Amazing Place West
Wednesday, March 18 from 10 am to 12 pm

Seating is limited, so register early on our website under For Caregiving Families/Caregiver Education/Shared Strategies and Support

And please share with anyone who may be interested!

03/14/2026

Great article from KPRC2 / Click2Houston about how to challenge your brain and keep it healthy! 🧠

Doctors often advise exercising your brain to stay sharp but stretching your brain might be the better description.