News

Welcome to the News Nook, your go-to spot for the latest stories and updates from the heart of Golden Age Home. From heartwarming resident tales to milestones in our community, dive into the news that shapes our home.

Golden Age Home partners with Lost Pines Toyota

“We are very grateful to Lost Pines Toyota for investing in our home and mission,” said Nicole Burnett, Executive Director of Golden Age Home. “It is partnerships like these that make long-lasting impacts for Golden Age Home residents here today and for those who will make this their home in the future.”

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Celebrating Pastor Morris Roecker’s 30 Years of Ministry

After three decades of dedicated service, Pastor Morris Roecker is retiring from his role at Golden Age Home. His faith-filled journey, supported by his "prayer warriors," has left a lasting impact on both residents and staff. We are deeply thankful for his years of spiritual leadership and the joy he brought to our community.

Read more about Pastor Morris here.

Golden Age Home honors Veterans

Golden Age Home Residents pictured from left (front row): Charles Morris, US Army, J.C. Reeves, US Army, Cy Livermore, US Navy.

Golden Age Home residents and team members partner for Operation Christmas Child

A project that started to give residents at Golden Age Home a meaningful purpose behind their crafts has grown into a year-round ministry.

Ten-plus years ago, GAH Executive Director Nicole Burnett introduced the residents to the idea of making items that could be used in the shoeboxes for Operation Christmas Child. During the past 10 years they have started making crafts, jewelry, books, games, purses clothing, and more for the shoeboxes throughout the year.

Read more about Operation Christmas Child here.

Pamper & Portraits Day

Residents at Golden Age Home enjoyed a special day of pampering! The talented Luling ISD cosmetology students, along with their teacher Ms. Towles provided haircuts, hairstyles, and makeup. Afterward, they posed for portraits captured by the wonderful Angelica Marisella Photography, local photographer located in Lockhart. It was heartwarming to see our residents looking fabulous and full of smiles!

Learn more about Intergenerational Opportunities with Golden Age Home here.

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Golden Age Home Assisted Living and Christus Hospice Launce Grief Support Group in Caldwell County
Golden Age Home Assisted Living and Christus Hospice Launce Grief Support Group in Caldwell County

Golden Age Home Assisted Living, in partnership with Christus Hospice of Central Texas, has announced the launch of the Grief Support of Lockhart & Caldwell County group, a new community resource aimed at supporting residents experiencing various forms of grief. The group will hold its meetings at Golden Age Home Assisted Living starting this month.

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GAH Assisted Living Celebrates Student Achievements
GAH Assisted Living Celebrates Student Achievements

Golden Age Home Assisted Living has announced the graduation of its first group of students from the Lockhart Independent School District (LISD) and the completion of a meaningful internship by a Gary Job Corps student, highlighting its commitment to elder care and educational collaboration.

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Golden Age Home Celebrates 60th Anniversary
Golden Age Home Celebrates 60th Anniversary

Golden Age Home is celebrating 60 years with a fresh new logo and website. We’re rooted in our history and looking forward to many more years of creating community and home. Head over to www.goldenagehome.com and take a look. We can’t thank you enough for being part of our family. Whether you have supported our mission financially, by volunteering, have been a team member, or whether your loved one has called Golden Age their home – to us you are all family.

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Experience Lockhart Texas – The Barbecue Capital of Texas
Experience Lockhart Texas – The Barbecue Capital of Texas

Lockhart has several claims to fame. In 1999, the Texas Legislature proclaimed Lockhart the “Barbecue Capital of Texas” so make sure you snag some from one of the four major barbecue restaurants while you’re there. The Caldwell County Courthouse is absolutely stunning and you may recognize it from being featured in various TV shows and films. Some of those including Waiting for Guffman, Eating Gilbert Grape, The Faculty, Where the Heart Is, Lone Star State of Mind, Temple Grandin and Transformers. But one of the most popular one remains the HBO series “The Leftovers.” Lockhart is the perfect town for everyone from the TV enthusiast to a foodie.

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Celebrating A Century Of Living
Celebrating A Century Of Living

During the coal strike of 1919, Ross and Annie Alexander welcomed their youngest of three children to the world on December 6. Velma Iris was born on her family farm in the outskirts of Caldwell County. Iris celebrated her 100th birthday at Golden Age Home Assisted Living where she has been an active resident for the past 2 and ½ years.

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COVID-19 Recovery Fund Grant Recipients
COVID-19 Recovery Fund Grant Recipients

Golden Age Home Assisted Living will use funding to offset the unexpected costs that have been and will be accrued due to COVID-19. This includes personal protective equipment, telemedicine platforms, cleaning supplies, health screening stations and additional staffing support.

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Golden Age Home to Offer Virtual Reality Solutions
Golden Age Home to Offer Virtual Reality Solutions

Golden Age Home Assisted Living, a retirement care and personal assisted living facility located in Lockhart, Texas, announced a partnership today with MyndVR, the nation’s leading provider of virtual reality solutions for senior care communities. Together, they will be the first community to offer virtual reality solutions to seniors in the AREA. Since 1959, Golden Age Home Assisted Living has provided compassionate care in a Christian environment for the elderly.

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Golden Age Home Celebrates 60th Anniversary
Golden Age Home Celebrates 60th Anniversary

On November 15, 1960, Golden Age Home opened its doors to accept senior adults into the home. The home was a dream turned into realty for a group of men and women of the Methodist Churches of the Austin District. For four years this dedicated group worked to establish Golden Age Home not only as a physical structure and legal corporation but also as “the place for companionship, peace and comfort with independence.”

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Amplify Austin raises $12.3 million in 24 hours, surpassing goal
Amplify Austin raises $12.3 million in 24 hours, surpassing goal

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Amplify Austin surpassed its fundraising goal of $12 million during its 24-hour event, the group behind the day of donating announced Friday.

I Live Here I Give Here said the event raised $12.3 million for more than 760 participating nonprofit organizations in the eighth-annual event.

It’s the most successful campaign to date, the group said. The event began at 6 p.m. Thursday, and concluded at 6 p.m. Friday.

“Today, I am especially proud to call Central Texas home,” I Live Here I Give Here executive director Courtney Manuel said.

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Golden Age Home Receives Intergenerational Grant
Golden Age Home Receives Intergenerational Grant

Bringing children and senior adults together is not a new idea for Golden Age Home.

The community has come to expect their annual Easter Egg Hunt on Good Friday and the Trick or Treat on Halloween. More recently GAH has added a summertime Fishing Event by partnering with Parkview Nursing Home. The common goal in all these events is to bridge the generation gap and connect residents of Golden Age Home with the community.

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