Contributed Article By Chelsea Couch, Statewide Texercise Coordinator National Nutrition Month is a great time to learn about older adults’ changing nutritional needs and the eating habits that are important to healthy aging. The nutrients in the food we eat are vital to good health. They help the b...

Contributed Article By HHSC’s Vision Loss in Older Adults Workgroup and Aging Services Coordination March marks the observance of Save Your Vision Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of eye health and encouraging proactive steps to preserve our sight. Some of those proa...

There are many ways we take care of our health, from eating healthy foods and moving our bodies to visiting the doctor for annual exams. But social connection is one aspect of aging and living well that is often overlooked. According to the 2023 U.S. Surgeon General’s advisory, “Our Epidemic of Lone...

Having candid conversations on aging can help us plan for future needs and help ensure we age and live well. Taking time to discuss with family and friends our hopes and dreams for the future can make the process easier. It may seem challenging to talk with family members and friends about aging, bu...

HAYS COUNTY — Among parents' top concerns in a childcare facility are safety, reliability and the well-being of their child.  For some parents of children who attended either The Learning Experience — Kyle or The Learning Experience — Buda, the choice initially seemed easy, but they would soon exper...

Older adults and people with disabilities who are on Medicaid (and their authorized representatives) should be on the lookout for important notices from the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) about their Medicaid renewal. Renewal packets are being sent out in phases. Renewal notices a...