Health and Wellness
Fostering Comprehensive Health in the Alamo Region
AACOG’s Health and Wellness services are dedicated to supporting the vulnerable and underserved populations across the Alamo Region. Our programs provide vital food assistance and wellness resources, including educational workshops, fitness opportunities, and more.
Whether individuals are low income, aging, or living with disabilities, AACOG is here to help. Our experienced caseworkers are committed to ensuring that each person or family receives the benefits and services they are eligible for, empowering them to lead healthier, more fulfilling lives.
Explore the Health and Wellness Programs for Residents
Nutrition Services
These services provide nutritionally balanced meals to individuals aged 60 and older.
Home Delivered Meals
The Home Delivered Meals program provides nutritionally balanced meals to individuals aged 60 and older who are homebound. Beyond delivering a wholesome meal, this service offers a valuable opportunity for face to face interaction with a caring delivery driver. These visits allow for wellness checks, enabling drivers to monitor participants’ health and overall well-being, ensuring support both nutritionally and emotionally.
Congregate Meals
The Congregate Meals program offers nutritionally balanced meals at designated community locations. In addition to providing healthy meals, these gatherings create a social environment where older adults can connect, share experiences, and build friendships. These meals are often paired with health and wellness programs that empower seniors to manage chronic conditions and take an active role in maintaining their health.
Apply by completing an Intake form here.
Texercise Select Program
Promoting Health through Activity and Education
The Texercise Select program is designed to educate individuals on the importance of physical activity and healthy eating. The program combines interactive educational discussions with physical activities, empowering participants to adopt healthier behaviors, increase physical activity, and improve their diet. By participating, individuals will enhance their mobility, making activities such as sitting, standing, and walking easier. The program meets twice a week for 10 weeks, providing valuable support to help individuals lead healthier, more active lives.
To register, please contact: 210-477-3275
A Matter of Balance
A Matter of Balance is a class aimed at reducing the fear of falling, breaking the cycle of inactivity caused by fear, and helping older adults increase their activity levels.
This eight session program consists of two hour classes where participants learn how to:
- View falls and the fear of falling as manageable and controllable.
- Set realistic goals to increase physical activity.
- Make environmental changes to reduce fall risks.
- Incorporate exercises that improve strength and balance.
As a result, participants often experience a significant improvement in their ability to manage and prevent falls, as well as a noticeable increase in their exercise routines and social activities.
To register, please contact: 210-477-3275
Bingocize
Combining Fun, Fitness, and Learning for Older Adults
Bingocize is an evidence based, 10 week program that cleverly combines a bingo-like game with physical exercise and health education. Participants engage in Bingocize for one hour, twice a week, in a social, group setting. The familiar and enjoyable format of bingo helps overcome common barriers to physical activity for older adults.
The Bingocize program is proven to enhance functional fitness, increase health knowledge, and boost social engagement, making it an effective and enjoyable way for older adults to stay active and connected, regardless of their setting.
To register, please contact: 210-477-3275
Tai Chi for Arthritis
Enhancing Strength, Balance, and Well-being
Tai Chi for Arthritis is an evidence based program specifically designed to help individuals with arthritis improve muscular strength, flexibility, and overall fitness. By focusing on gentle movement, the program promotes both physical and mental balance, significantly reducing the risk of falls among older adults.
The combination of stress reduction and mindful movement contributes to improved health and well-being. This program meets twice a week for eight weeks, providing participants with the tools they need to enhance their mobility and manage arthritis symptoms.
To register, please contact: 210-477-3275
IDD Support & Empowerment Program
The Support and Empowerment program provides information and resources about aging with an intellectual and developmental disability (IDD).
This work is supported by the Texas Council for Developmental Disabilities through a grant from the U.S. Administration for Community Living (ACL), Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Washington, D.C. 20201, with a 100% federal funding award totaling $6,121,860. Council efforts are those of the grantee and do not necessarily represent the official views of nor are endorsed by ACL, HHS, or the U.S. government.
Resources Available
Health Passport Project
A health passport is a tool designed to improve communication and ensure continuity of care between individuals, caregivers, and healthcare providers. It offers a clear summary of a person’s medical history, current conditions, medications, allergies, communication needs, behavioral supports, and personal preferences. For people with IDD who may have difficulty explaining concerns or see multiple providers, the passport helps make sure vital information is available wherever they go.
Download Health Passport
Spanish version of Health Passport
IDD Resource Guide
Resource Guide Link
Support & Empowerment Video Series
English/ASL
Spanish
Please call for more information: 210-334-7023
Adults with Developmental Disabilities Supporting Aging Family Members
Available to persons with IDD who are 18 years of age or older and reside in AACOG’s 13 county service area (Atascosa, Bexar, Bandera, Comal, Frio, Gillespie, Guadalupe, Karnes, Kendall, Kerr, Medina, McMullen, and Wilson).
Topics for Adults with Developmental Disabilities Supporting Aging Family Members include skill building and understanding in:
- Personal care
- Nutrition
- Companionship
- Toileting
- Medical support needs
- Mobility
- Household maintenance
- Shopping
- Finances
- Emergency planning
This work is supported by the Texas Council for Developmental Disabilities through a grant from the U.S. Administration for Community Living (ACL), Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Washington, D.C. 20201, with a 100% federal funding award totaling $6,121,860. Council efforts are those of the grantee and do not necessarily represent the official views of nor are endorsed by ACL, HHS, or the U.S. government.
Click link to register: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/DK782M9, or call: 210-334-7023
Upcoming Health and Wellness Events
About Alamo Area Council of Governments (AACOG)
Our mission at the Alamo Area Council of Governments is to enhance the quality of life for all residents of the Alamo Region. We are committed to providing services and support with compassion and understanding.
