UCA I-TAP

08/01/2025

Announcement!

Conway First United Methodist Church will be starting a monthly respite program for people with dementia beginning on Tuesday, August 19th and held on the 3rd Tuesday of every month. There will be activities, snacks, and fellowship! It will be led by amazing volunteers who have training in interacting/aiding during the activities.

Go to https://link.edgepilot.com/s/c7115f4d/B5Wh_4yGVE_NZRQE7u49Ew?u=https://conwayfumc.org/care-giver-ministry/ and select the tab for “upcoming events” where there will be a QR code to scan for information, eligibility, and registration. You may also contact Leigh Walls at ldwalls61@gmail.com.

07/16/2025

There will be a caregiver support group meeting on Monday, July 21st from 5:30-7:00 pm at 2200 Bruce Street, Conway in the back of the Integrated Health Science Building. You may bring your loved one along. We hope to see you there! Contact Dr. Kerry Jordan at (501) 514-2459 with any questions!

07/14/2025

Enrollment for the Fall 2025 Student Led Therapeutic Activity Program is open! Caregivers, consider this opportunity for yourself and your loved one!

Contact Dr. Kerry Jordan at (501) 514-2459 for more information!

07/08/2025

Hey everyone! Did you know that UCA I-TAP has a newsletter? Subscribe today for important updates, info, and resources!

The Interprofessional Therapeutic Activity Program (I-TAP) exists to meet needs of older adults in Arkansas diagnosed with or at risk for Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias (ADRD) and their caregivers. We accomplish this through a variety of student-led interprofessional activities emphasiz...

03/07/2025

Make a difference this March!

March is UCA’s Day of Giving, and it’s the perfect time to highlight a cause that’s changing lives — the I-TAP program and the Michael David Hares Memorial Fund.

I-TAP enriches the lives of older adults living with cognitive decline through engaging therapeutic activities. This program provides social connection, cognitive stimulation, and meaningful engagement for individuals who need it most.

The Michael Hares Memorial Fund honors the legacy of Michael David Hares, a beloved I-TAP alumnus whose passion for learning and joyful spirit reflected everything this program stands for. By donating, you help keep these vital services thriving and continue making a positive impact on the lives of older adults and their caregivers.

Every gift matters. Every dollar counts. Let’s come together and support this beautiful mission.

11/20/2024

09/06/2024

Are you a caregiver for a person with dementia? We offer a support group for those who care for loved ones with dementia. Our first support group is Wednesday, September the 11th from 5:30 to 7:00pm.

We will offer a complimentary dinner as well as some information for caregivers that we hope can help them to navigate the challenges of caring for a loved one with dementia. In addition, as caring for our loved ones can present significant challenges, we always make time for sharing experiences and supporting one another.

We are located at 2200 Bruce Street in the Interprofessional Teaching Center on the backside of the Integrated Health Sciences Building. We hope to see you there!

09/03/2024

The College of Health and Behavioral Sciences Interprofessional Therapeutic Activity Program (I-TAP) has been awarded a $166,762 grant from the Alzheimer’s Association Center for Dementia Respite Innovation (CDRI) to enhance the quality and availability of dementia-specific respite care for people living with dementia and their caregivers in Central Arkansas.

UCA I-TAP is one of 21 recipients chosen to receive grant funding from nearly 200 applicants across the country. Funds will be used to support I-TAP programming at UCA and also to expand the programming to other universities in Arkansas.

We give our sincere thanks to the Alzheimer's Association for their support.

04/16/2024

“We are not victims of aging, sickness, and death. These are part of scenery, not the seer, who is immune to any form of change. This seer is the spirit, the expression of eternal being.” ~Deepak Chopra

04/05/2024

Please join us on May 8th for our art workshop!

04/02/2024

Here are more events being hosted by Alzheimer's Arkansas! The first one is being held tomorrow in Little Rock. The second is being held next week in Conway.