Bridging the Gap is a 30 minute virtual get together for socialization, meeting new friends, and sharing ideas. You will have the opportunity as a member to host a […]
Join us every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 4:30 – 5:00 PM for a virtual exercise group. This group was created in memory of Annie Muñoz. All are welcome to […]
Join Sandy in Virtual Hatha Yoga on Wednesday 11:45 AM - 12:45 PM. This group does not meet on the 3rd Wednesday of the month. Reduce stress and increase strength […]
Join us every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 4:30 – 5:00 PM for a virtual exercise group. This group was created in memory of Annie Muñoz. All are welcome to […]
Join us on March 22nd at 6:30PM at ConnectAbility for our monthly support groups for people who have experienced TBI. Caregivers are invited to a separate group meeting at the […]
Chair Yoga is a virtual yoga class for all. It is facilitated by Sandy Weiss, who has been practicing yoga for over 19 years and teaches hatha yoga, […]
Join us every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 4:30 – 5:00 PM for a virtual exercise group. This group was created in memory of Annie Muñoz. All are welcome to […]
Our mission is to support people with life altering injuries and their families and caregivers. We believe that every person with a disability can reach their fullest potential. We'll help you get there.
There are over 53 million family caregivers in the United States. Nearly all of us will be a family caregiver at some point in our lives.
Ryan McGuire, Founder
Upward Care believes that we should provide resources to prepare family caregivers for the responsibility they face. Their team provides hands-on skills training in the home and in group formats for family caregivers. ConnectAbility has worked with Upward Care to provide family caregiver skills workshops virtually and in-person over the last two years.
In 2019, Upward Care formed a partnership with the Bexar and Alamo Area Agency on Aging to provide services at no cost to family caregivers caring for anyone over 60 or with a dementia or Alzheimer’s diagnosis. In 2020, they expanded their services to the Austin and Fort Worth areas.
Upward Care has found when family caregivers have the skills to provide the care needed, it results in a reduction of stress and caregiver burnout, while improving the overall care for their loved one.
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