Social Inclusion Task Force

Working to ensure that older adults have access to technology tools to help them stay connected. We are currently running a pilot project to provide tablets, wi-fi and technology training to older adults in Central Texas.

The goals of this group are:

• Education of and outreach to key service providers as to the resources available for both aging and homelessness

• Stimulation of collaboration between member organizations to address gaps in resources

• Exploration and possible development of housing options for individuals 50+ experiencing homelessness

• Interagency brainstorming on specific client issues

• Data gathering and mapping of resources

  For information on homelessness resources for older adults, please click HERE.

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS PLAN

The Aging Services Council of Central Texas’ Committee on Emergency Preparedness Planning implemented a collaborative framework and created a two-sided flyer in English and Spanish and magnets to help older adults and their caregivers organize around preparing for the unexpected.
The project carefully brought together multiple preparedness plans and teamed with Austin Public Health and the City of Austin to develop the material for public use.
Download the flyer by clicking on the image.

outreach & Speaker's BureaU

In an effort to increase awareness of issues related to aging and caregiving in our community, council members are available to speak free of charge on a variety of topics. Find a full listing of available classes HERE.

The Aging Services Council seeks to impact policy that impacts older adults and their caregivers. We provide information and advocate at the city, county and state level.