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St. Theresa Catholic Church is home to a vibrant Senior Adult Ministry offering many opportunities for fellowship, spiritual growth and support, service, and fun. Below are a few ways senior adults can stay connected to the faith community and become involved. Many of these ministries have been suspended or revised during COVID-19 precautions.

Spiritual Support

Pastoral care visits:  The Minister of Senior Adults visits senior adult parishioners in assisted living, nursing homes, hospitals and private homes as requested. To request a visit, contact Sr. Ann Pennington at (512) 451-5121 x1017 or at ann@sttaustin.org.
 

Ongoing Activities

Grief Support Group at St. Theresa
If you have lost a loved one or a dear friend, we invite you to join our parish grief support group which meets every Thursday at 4 p.m. via Zoom. For more information or to be added to our Zoom invitation list, please contact Sr. Ann Pennington at (512)451-5121, ext. 1017 or at ann@sttaustin.org.

Caregiver Support Group
Are you a caregiver for loved one or a dear friend suffering from a long- term illness or disease? If so, you are invited to join our Caregiver Support group which meets the first Tuesday of each month at 10:30 a.m. via Zoom. For more information or to be added to our Zoom invitation list, please contact Sr. Ann Pennington at (512) 451-5121 ext. 1017 or at ann@sttastin.org.


















 
 

Senior Adult Friendship Group
Senior adults are invited to join this new group which meets each Wednesday at 10 a.m. on the outdoor terrace of Elmer Hall. After many senior adults were restricted to their homes, the Bridge Club members decided they needed an opportunity to safely socialize with friends. They socialize instead of playing bridge at this time, and they invite other senior adults to join in.

For more information on any of the above ongoing activities please contact Sr. Ann Pennington at (512) 451-5121 ext. 1017 or ann@sttaustin.org.
 

Trips and Tours

These are scheduled periodically and have included the San Antonio Missions, The Painted Churches and the LBJ Ranch. Check this webpage and the bulletin to learn of an upcoming tour. These are temporarily suspended during the pandemic.

Referral Center

Senior Adult Ministry also serves as a Referral Center for senior adults needing assistance with housing, medical supplies, medical equipment repair, home health care and elder abuse issues.
 

Transportation

Need help with transportation in Austin? A list of transportation options and assistance can be found here.
 

Downsizing and Senior Living Resources

Need information on Senior Living facilities in the Austin area, caring.com is one of many resources that could be helpful https://www.caring.com/senior-living/assisted-living/texas/austin.

Interested in learning more about assisted living and other types of living arrangements for senior adults, this link may be helpful https://www.senioradvice.com/assisted-living

Want more information about options for downsizing or moving? Here on tips to help you or a loved one with the process. https://www.seniorhomes.com/senior-downsizing-guide/

For information on medicare plan differences and how to apply:

retireguide.com/medicare/
retireguide.com/guides/senior-benefits-discounts/