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Revolutionizing Alzheimer's research UT Health San Antonio Center for Brain Health opens new facility

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UT Health San Antonio Center for Brain Health

UT Health San Antonio’s Center for Brain Health ocially opened on Dec. 10. The Center houses multidisciplinary clinical care, cutting-edge research and family-centered programs that foster a supportive environment for patients and carers alike. Dr. Sudha Seshadri (left), the founding director of the Glenn Biggs Institute for Alzheimer’s and Neurodegenerative Diseases, analyzes donated human brains with Lab Manager Dr. Shahroo Etemad Moghadam. (Sierra Martin/Community Impact)

Also in this issue

Impacts: Learn about the new Trader Joe’s that opened in North San Antonio (Page 4)

Education: Read about North East ISD Superintendent Sean Maika’s plan to retire and leave the district (Page 9)

Community: Check out local senior housing options and a nonprot in our annual Senior Living Guide (Page 16)

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4 The Biscuit Yard A new food truck park has opened near the Medical Center area, featuring trucks serving street tacos, Southern seafood, Texas barbecue and more. • Opened Oct. 30 • 9630 Huebner Road, San Antonio • Instagram: The Biscuit Yard 5 Mezcal Comida & Cantina Offering Oaxacan-style cuisine and other Mexican dishes, this new restaurant also features a full outdoor bar, seating area and more. • Opened late October • 12656 West Ave. Bldg. 1, San Antonio • 210-265-1080 6 Executive Home Care The in-home care service caters to seniors, providing mobility assistance, medication management and more. • Opened Nov. 3 • 118 Broadway, Ste. 530, San Antonio • www.executivehomecare.com/san-antonio-north 7 Trader Joe’s The nationwide supermarket chain opened its third store in San Antonio, featuring produce and more. • Opened Nov. 4 • 11745 I-10, Ste. 410, San Antonio • https://locations.traderjoes.com/tx/san-antonio/457 8 Alamo Promenade A new pedestrian walking mall opened near The Alamo, featuring historical markers and monuments. • Opened Nov. 21 • 300 Alamo Plaza, San Antonio • www.thealamo.org 9 7 to 7 Dental The San Antonio-based dental practice opened a new clinic, providing clients with traditional dental care, checkups, cleanings and orthodontic services. • Opened Dec. 1 • 16350 Blanco Road, Ste. 114, San Antonio • www.7to7dental.com

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• Opened Oct. 21 • 14357 Blanco Road, San Antonio • Instagram: Taco210Mexico

Now open

1 Buzzline This shop serves cocktails, mocktails, margaritas and more beverages to-go, with an indoor seating area. • Opened Sept. 1 • 21790 Bulverde Road, Ste. 104, San Antonio • www.buzzlinetogo.com 2 Taco210Mexico This locally-owned spot offers tacos, enchiladas, quesadillas and more.

3 Applebee’s + IHOP The dual-branded concept offers dishes from both restaurants for breakfast, lunch and dinner. • Reopened Oct. 27 • 9911 I-10, San Antonio • https://restaurants.applebees.com/en-us/

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10 Dunkin’ Alongside a convenience store, this coffee shop chain opened a new location, offering a full espresso bar, food, snacks and more. • Opened Oct. 28 • 22255 Hwy. 281 N., San Antonio • Facebook: Market@StoneOak; www.dunkindonuts.com

• 1723 N. Loop 1604 E., Ste. 108, San Antonio • www.waybackburgers.com

Coming Soon

13 Municipal Archives Museum The city of San Antonio unveiled this new museum featuring preserved documents, photographs, artifacts and multimedia exhibits dating back 300 years. • Opened Nov. 1 • 719 S. Santa Rosa Ave., San Antonio • www.sa.gov/Directory/Departments/OCC/Archives- Records/Municipal-Archives-Museum 14 Walmart The store received upgrades and a refreshed interior design, plus a new veterans mural, designed by Texas- based Artist Sunni Gonzales. • Reopened Nov. 7 • 1603 Vance Jackson Road, San Antonio • www.walmart.com 15 Hotel Emma The local boutique hotel located inside The Pearl celebrated its 10th anniversary on Nov. 14. • 136 E. Grayson St., San Antonio • www.thehotelemma.com

Coming soon

11 TruFit Athletic Clubs The chain’s newest location will feature 35,000 square feet of space, packed with free weights, machines, a recovery zone and personal trainers. • Opening December • 2323 Lockhill Selma Road, San Antonio • www.trufitathleticclubs.com/gym-near-me/tru-fit- texas/san-antonio/lockhill

16 The Picklr This new pickleball facility will feature approximately 34,000 square feet of indoor courts, meeting spaces, locker rooms and more. • Opening late Q1 2026 • 16648 San Pedro Ave., San Antonio • www.thepicklr.com/location/san-antonio

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12 Wayback Burgers The chain reopened under new ownership, serving up specialty hamburgers, fries and other comfort food entrees. • Reopened Sept. 18

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Government

BY PARKS KUGLE

San Antonio housing bond sees progress The housing bond has supported 5,002 homes to date, with $129.5 million , or 86%, of the bond funds committed so far.

Number of homes

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Under construction

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In predevelopment

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Income-based and public housing units completed 978

Village at the Loop, the city’s newest aordable housing project located at 2607 NE I410 Loop, opened Nov. 12.

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City ocials detail newest aordable housing initiatives

The Neighborhood and Housing Services Department, or NHSD, gave a presolicitation brieng to the San Antonio City Council on the two most recent Aordable Housing Bond projects during a Nov. 12 meeting. The big picture Presented by Veronica Garcia, NHSD director, the presentation gave details on one project designed to increase aordable rental housing stock and another that seeks to build more homes for residents to own. “With both [request for proposals], we will invite partners to bring projects that align with their housing priorities, looking for projects that are shovel-ready, that are located near amenities with services for the residents who live there, all in the aim of creating long-term aordable housing,” Garcia said. The proposal for rental housing production, rehabilitation, preservation and acquisition will cost approximately $14.4 million and will use $10 million from the 2022 housing bond funds and $4.4 million from federal grants. As part of the proposal, at least 15% of the units must be aordable to households earning less than 30% of the area median income, or AMI, which is roughly $26,000 for a family of three. The homeownership project criteria target families who earn up to 80% AMI. The project is estimated to cost $2.3 million and will be funded through federal grants.

Fiscal year 202526 funding timeline:

The discussion After the brieng, District 9 council member Misty Spears said she was concerned about aordable housing for seniors. “I’d really like to see a way that we can encour- age incentives for our seniors for aordable housing and also persons with disabilities,” Spears said. District 10 council member Marc Whyte noted they should track aordable housing outcomes. “Is the city tracking any outcomes related to broader community benets from aordable housing in terms of local job growth, work- force participation, other economic indicators reecting community benets, or neighborhood improvement?” Whyte said. The background Since housing bond project parameters were set in 2022, NHSD has worked in ve categories of housing production and rehabilitation, such as homeownership rehabilitation, rental housing acquisition, permanent supportive housing and homeownership production. According to city documents, the Aordable Housing Bond creates high-quality homes near jobs, schools and transit. Approximately $129.5 million in funding has been committed, with $9 million used to pur- chase property near the future green line, silver line and in the urban core.

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Dec. 2-Jan. 16: Request for proposals open, accepting applications Oct. 20: Financing Aordable and Impactful Housing Resources, or FAIR, subcommittee recommendations Oct. 31: Housing commission presolicitation Nov. 12: B Session presolicitation

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Housing bond funding

Home rehabilitation $45M Rental rehabilitation $40M Home ownership $5M Permanent supportive housing $25M Rental production $35M

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San Antonio updates film incentive program

City to fund $750K towards home repairs As part of the city’s continued support of CPS Energy’s Casa Verde weatherization program, San Antonio City Council entered into a one-year, $750,000 funding agree- ment with CPS on Nov. 6. These funds will be used to assist Casa Verde applicants who are ineligible due to needing small-scale repairs.

Shaped by the recent passage of Texas Senate Bill 22, which formed the Texas Moving Image Industry Incentive Fund, the redesigned program will work to attract productions, provide profes- sional development for local talent and encourage local hiring, city documents state. Managed by the San Antonio Film Commission, the updated incentive program will be combined with the state incentives and will offer up to 45% in rebates for eligible projects.

To further promote San Antonio to global film and media industries, the San Antonio City Council approved a series of updates to the city’s film incentive program Nov. 6. What you need to know Improvements include increasing the base incentive, encouraging local and veteran hiring practices and expanding eligibility requirements and workforce development.

Type of projects eligible for the film incentive Eligible project types:

Weatherization Repair Assistance Program, or WRAP, repairs Glass repair/replacement

Ineligible project types:

Feature films

News or current events programming

Short films, documentaries

Talk shows

Minor roof or structural repairs Plumbing or electrical repairs Attic ventilation Repair of biological growth

TV series/miniseries

Sports or sports programs

Webisodes/digitally distributed motion picture

Galas, presentations or award shows

Music videos Commercials*

Infomercials Political ads

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Government

BY PARKS KUGLE

Hollywood Park to update workman’s compensation Hollywood Park City Council voted Nov. 11 to draft an ordinance that would bring the provided compensation package in line with Texas House Bill 471, which requires towns to provide full pay to first responders who are injured or fall ill in the

Bexar County receives $4M for new election polling equipment On Nov. 24, the Bexar County Elections Department announced that it will receive $4 million in federal funds from the Help America Vote Act, or HAVA. The gist Bexar County Elections Administrator Michele Carew said the funds will be used to expand voting locations and purchase more equipment, according to a news release. “I am delighted that we will receive $4 million as it will allow us to expand our voting locations and also to purchase more poll pads,” Carew said. HAVA was passed in 2002 and is designed to improve voting systems and access. The law sets new minimum standards in election administration for states to follow and provides funds to help states meet those standards, according to the United States Election Assistance Commission. Required HAVA programs and procedures include: • Provisional voting • Voting information • Updated and upgraded voting equipment • Voter identification procedures • Administrative complaint procedures

After further discussion, the City Council voted to table a motion. “Let’s draft an ordinance and make sure it addresses the concerns that have been indicated,” Mayor Chester Drash said. Stay tuned City staff will conduct research and draft the ordinance, which will be placed on a future meeting agenda.

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Hollywood Park Fire Chief Eric Burnside said that prior to the bill, first responders who are injured on the job and fall under the workman’s comp plan received 70% of their salary from the state, with 30% of their salary covered through sick and vacation leave. However, with the passing of HB 471, cities are now required to cover the remaining 30%. “What that [law] requires the town to do is any first responder that has an on-the-job injury, and that falls under the workman’s comp plan, the city has to make that first responder whole,” Burnside said. Place 3 council member Dale Randol said drafting the ordinance will require care due to the fact that multiple aspects of the law are open for interpretation. “I think we got to be very, very careful,” Randol said. “We can’t be nonchalant because we could end up defining something as a workplace injury, where work comp doesn’t, and all of a sudden we’re on the hook. They don’t define any of that in the bill. They don’t define what is a workplace injury. They also don’t define [how the city has to] pay 100% of the lost salary.”

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“The new state law now requires the municipality to cover the additional 30% on top of the workman’s comp, so the individual’s leave does not have to be used.” ERIC BURNSIDE, HOLLYWOOD PARK FIRE CHIEF

Shavano Park, Bexar County to appoint emergency management coordinator

event of a large-scale incident. OEM functions include: • Responding to emergencies/disasters within Bexar County and the region • Monitoring emergency/disaster incidents and managing the Emergency Operations Center • Coordinating public information and the dissemination of warnings • Strengthen community education through coordination of Volunteer Organizations Active in Disasters

Shavano Park City Council entered into an interlocal agreement with Bexar County to jointly appoint an emergency management coordinator Nov. 24. Two-minute impact The appointee, selected by Mayor Bob Werner and Judge Peter Sakai, will coordinate all aspects of the Shavano Park/Bexar County Office of Emergency Management program, including the preparation and maintenance of an interjurisdic- tional emergency management plan. Fire Chief Darrell Dover said the appointment will allow the city to easily request help in the

"The city of Shavano Park will continue to handle all incidents that we are capable of handling. However, if it’s a large-scale incident ... this will allow

Bexar County to come in and assist us and create a seamless transition in requesting that help," DARRELL DOVER, SHAVANO PARK FIRE CHIEF

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Education

BY PARKS KUGLE

During its Dec. 9 meeting, the North East ISD board of trustees voted unanimously to accept Superintendent Sean Maika’s resignation. Current situation Maika’s resignation will be effective March 31, with Jan. 12 as his last day of work. Maika said his decision to resign was to spend more time with his family, and that NEISD staff is more than capable of continuing the district’s trend of improvement and ensuring students receive a quality education. “This wasn’t a decision that was taken lightly, but we have always put my career first, [and] it’s time for me to put my family first,” Maika said. Career history Maika has worked as an edu- cator since 1995. According to a news release, the NEISD board of trustees appointed Maika as superintendent Sept. 25, 2019. During his tenure, NEISD established iCSI, a state-of-the-art cybersecurity school, and became the second school district in the North East ISD names interim superintendent

Major takeaways

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Jan. 13: NEISD Chief Instructional Officer Anthony Jarrett begins working as the interim superintendent March 31: Maika’s resignation is effective Jan. 12: Maika’s last day working in the district Dec. 9: NEISD board of trustees voted to accept Maika’s resignation

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U.S. to partner with NASA, accord- ing to Maika’s Nov. 17 farewell letter. Looking ahead After approving Maika’s resignation, the board of trustees voted unanimously to approve NEISD Chief Instructional Officer Anthony Jarrett as the interim superintendent, effective Jan. 13. Jarrett has over 25 years of experience in public education, with six years at NEISD, according to NEISD’s website. “I’m thrilled to build on the great work we’ve been doing and to explore new learning opportu- nities for all our students,” Jarrett said in the news release.

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NEISD voters approve 97% of bond

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Transportation

BY PARKS KUGLE

Ongoing projects

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6 Old Fredericksburg Road project Project: Bexar County is adding a series of improvements to Old Fredericksburg Road in a five- phase project, stretching 1.7 miles from I-10 to FM 3351. The project includes five drainage improvements, a new bridge at a low-water crossing, a roundabout at Lost Creek Gap and the addition of turn lanes at multiple intersections. Other improvements include adding paved shoulders, sidewalk improvements and other multimodal transportation improvements, as well as relocating utilities. Update: According to county documents, the project is currently under construction, with 50% of Phase III completed. • Timeline: January 2025-May 2027 • Cost: $13.25 million • Funding sources: Bexar County, San Antonio Water System and the city of Fair Oaks Ranch water 7 Loop 1604 from Redland Road to Judson Road Project: Part of the Loop 1604 North Expansion Project, the Loop 1604 from Redland Road to Judson Road project aims to upgrade the transit corridor from a four- lane expressway to a 10-lane expressway. Additional upgrades include reconfiguring the layout of auxiliary lanes and entrance and exit ramps, and adding a HOV lane in each direction. Update: Currently under construction, the project is Segment 5 of the larger project and is 21% complete • Timeline: 2025-2028 • Cost: $205 million • Funding sources: state and federal funds 5 De Zavala Road project Project: The De Zavala Road project will add a series of improvements, including a large pipe underneath the roadway to capture overflowing water and transport it to the Olmos Basin, raised curbs with sidewalks, dedicated bike lanes and safety buffers between bicyclists and traffic. Update: The project is currently under construction, including the construction of two 5 1/2-foot sidewalks, two 4-foot bike lanes, two 2-foot buffers, two 11-foot lanes and fresh asphalt. • Timeline: summer 2025-July 2026 • Cost: $4 million • Funding source: federal grant, with the remaining costs covered by the 2022 bond

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3 Bulverde Road Phase 2 Project: Part of San Antonio’s 2022-27 bond program, Phase 2 will construct improvements on Bulverde Road from Green Spring Drive to Redland Road. These include new sidewalks, curbs, driveway approaches, drainage and bicycle facilities. The project will also address road wear and tear and an existing low-water crossing. Update: Currently in the design phase, the project will widen the road to 86 feet, expand it to four lanes, add a center turn lane, and add a sidewalk and a shared- use path, as well as drainage improvements and utility adjustments. The estimated construction start date was moved from summer 2025 to summer 2026. • Timeline: summer 2026-summer 2028 • Cost: $14.62 million • Funding sources: 2022 General Obligation Bond and Bexar County

Upcoming projects

1 Smithson Valley Road Low Water Crossing Project

Project: Part of an interlocal agreement with Comal County, Bexar County is improving a low-water crossing on Smithson Valley Road at Cibolo Creek in Northern Bexar County. The project is designed for a 10-year storm event and includes road reconstruction and a new bridge over Cibolo Creek near the intersection of Smithson Valley Road and FM 1863, according to Bexar County officials. Update: Bexar County approved an interlocal agreement with CPS Energy for roughly $277,342 for

utility adjustments along the roadway • Timeline: January 2026-October 2026 • Cost: $2.8 million • Funding sources: Bexar and Comal counties 2 Blanco Road Phase III project

Ongoing projects

4 I-10 and Loop 1604 interchange project Project: Part of the Loop 1604 North Expansion Project, the Loop 1604 and I-10 interchange project will consist of eight flyover ramps, roundabouts, a high-occupancy vehicle lane and other interchange improvements, according to the Texas Department of Transportation. Update: TxDOT opened the sixth and seventh flyover ramps Nov. 17, connecting eastbound I-10 to both directions of Loop 1604. All eight flyover ramps are expected to be open by the end of 2026. Known as Segment 2, the interchange is 65% done. • Timeline: 2022-2027 • Cost: $463 million • Funding sources: state and federal funds

Project: The Blanco Road Phase III project will expand the existing two-lane roadway to a four-lane roadway with sidewalks, bike lanes, and operational and drainage improvements. It will stretch from Borgfeld Drive to the Bexar County line. Update: The design phase has been completed, and a contractor has yet to be announced. • Timeline: TBD • Cost: $38.8 million • Funding source: Alamo Area Metropolitan Planning Organization

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Development

BY PARKS KUGLE

The Alamo hosts grand opening of Alamo Promenade

The Alamo celebrated the grand opening of the Alamo Promenade Nov. 21. The background According to a news release, the Alamo Prome- nade is a gateway leading to the Alamo grounds. The promenade features statues of historical gures from the Texas Revolution, including Sam Houston, Juan Seguin, Jose Antonio Navarro and John William Smith, the Alamo courier. The prom- enade also features cobblestones detailing Texan history from early human settlement to statehood. Speakers included Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and Alamo Trust Inc. President and CEO Hope Andrade. Together, they cut the ribbon on a new chapter of the Alamo’s 300-year history. “What was once a roadway leading into the center of town remains a vital artery today, but now is a pedestrian-friendly corridor that will oer our visitors a more immersive approach from the southern end of downtown,” Andrade said.

The Promenade is part of the Alamo Plan, a series of projects that seek to tell the larger story of Texas history. The plan includes reestablishing the original 4.5-acre footprint, building the Alamo Visitor Center and Museum, the Texas Cavaliers Education Center and a pedestrian mall. The Alamo Plan is an ongoing eort with projects already completed, including the opening of the Ralston Family Collections Center on March 3, 2023, and the opening of the Mission Gate and Lunette on May 10, 2024. Project timeline: • November: Alamo Promenade opens • March 6, 2026: Texas Cavaliers Education Center opens • Spring 2027: Church building restoration begins • TBD: Visitor Center and Museum opens The entire project is estimated to be completed in 2027.

The Alamo Promenade features statues of important gures in the Texas Revolution, including John William Smith, the Alamo courier.

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Events

BY ANDREW CREELMAN

Alex Skolnick Trio Catch the performance of this award-winning jazz trio at a local music venue and bar, featuring saxophone, guitar, drums and more. • Jan. 11, 7-11:30 p.m. • $36.64 (individual admission) • Fitzgerald’s, 437 McCarty Road, Ste. 101, San Antonio • www.fitzrockssa.com/events Ranger Creek 5K Part of the Texas Brewery Running Series, the fun run will finish with a complimentary celebration at a local San Antonio brewery with free beer and live music.

• Jan. 1, 4-6 p.m. • Free (admission), VIP ticket options and donations available • Comanche Lookout Park, 15551 Nacogdoches Road, San Antonio • http://bit.ly/4pxhtQ0 5 Mile Hike Hit the trail for the new year with this 5-mile guided hike through Hardberger Park’s natural landscapes,

December

Holiday Movies by Moonlight at Hemisfair Watch this free showing of “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” to get into the holiday spirit in downtown San Antonio.

• Dec. 23, 6-9 p.m. • Free (admission) • Civic Park, 210 S. Alamo St., San Antonio • www.hemisfair.org

savannas and more. • Jan. 3, 8-10 a.m. • Free

Celebrate SA: NYE Party and Countdown Ring in the new year with this downtown festival showcasing live music, carnival games, an official countdown and more. • Dec. 31, 6 p.m.-midnight • Free (admission) • Hemisfair, 434 South Alamo St., San Antonio • www.saparks.org/events

• Hardberger Park, 13203 Blanco Road, San Antonio • www.philhardbergerpark.org/calendar-events

• Jan. 17, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. • $35 (race registration)

• 4834 Whirlwind Drive, San Antonio • www.visitsanantonio.com/events

2026 Alamo Classic This gymnastics tournament will feature competitive teams from across the country alongside family-friendly activities, local vendors and more throughout the weekend. • Jan. 9-11, times vary • $30 (one-day adult admission), $50 (adult weekend pass) • Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center, 900 E. Market St., San Antonio • www.alamoclassic.com/admissions

Breakfast with Santa Head to the final breakfast with Santa event of the year at this local resort, featuring arts, crafts and cookie decorating activities. • Dec. 20, 9-10:30 a.m. • $23.60 (ages 5-12 ticket), $53.10 (12 and older), kids under 4 free • Hyatt Regency Hill Country Resort and Villas, 9800 Hyatt Resort Drive, San Antonio • www.hyattexperiences.com

MLK 5K 2026 Celebrate this historical figure and help support the Young Men’s Leadership Academy in San Antonio with this timed race. • Jan. 18, 9-11 a.m. • $12 (race registration) • MLK Park, 3503 Martin Luther King Drive, San Antonio • www.runsignup.com/Race/TX/SanAntonio/ MLK5KRunWalk

January

Christmas at the Caverns Check out the caverns during the last weekend of the holidays with a light display trail, live music, a giant maze, gift shopping and more. • Dec. 19-23, times vary

• $23.99 (12 and older admission), $17.49 (ages 3-11 admission) • Natural Bridge Caverns, 26495 Natural Bridge Caverns Road, San Antonio • www.naturalbridgecaverns.com/christmas

New Year’s Day Strings in the Park Go on this musical, guided hiking tour at this local park from musician Will Taylor and the rest of his strings arrangement featuring violins and more.

STONE OAK 23026 US Hwy 281 N (210) 497-1322 DE ZAVALA 5219 De Zavala Rd (210) 561-0900

VINEYARD 1309 N Loop 1604 W (210) 408-8206

RECTOR 819 E Rector Dr (210) 340-2244

LEGACY 2003 N Loop 1604 E (210) 494-8600

Center for brain health opens new facility From the cover

The big picture

UT Health Medical Complex 1 UT Health San Antonio Center for Brain Health 2 UT Health Medical Arts & Research Center 3 Parking garage

UT Health San Antonio's Center for Brain Health will bring together clinician expertise in dozens of disorders. The facility will participate in national research initiatives, focusing on clinical trials to enable earlier detection and treatment of rare diseases, said Dr. Carlayne Jackson, chair of neurology at UT Health San Antonio. She described the $100 million , 103,000-square- foot Center for Brain Health as a one-stop shop for patients with neurodegenerative diseases. As home to the Glenn Biggs Institute for Alzheimer’s and Neurodegenerative Diseases, the center employs clinicians who can innovate treatments by leveraging its brain bank, which contains over 2,000 donated brains, including nearly 500 from Texans, said Dr. Sudha Seshadri, the founding director of the Glenn Biggs Institute for Alzheimer’s and Neurodegenerative Diseases. “We can test different treatments, look at different types of models, and, hopefully, bring only the most promising compounds to human studies,” Seshadri said.

4 UT Dentistry Center for Oral Health Care and Research 5 Sam & Ann Barshop Institute for Longevity & Aging Studies 6 South Texas Research Facility

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Zooming in

to learn a lot about.” The Center for Brain Health is conducting over 55 active clinical trials and over 265 observational studies. Some of the clinical trials include drug and aging-related studies, clinical trials for conditions without approved treatments and Alzheimer’s disease research. Other studies use emerging technologies to predict falls and monitor treatments using wearable and at-home devices.

Jackson said that with 40 neurology residents and eight fellowships, the center offers a unique environment to train the next generation of neurologists. “We’ve always considered our clinics a research lab in many aspects,” Jackson said. “[Patients participating in clinical trials] is an opportunity for us to collect information that will allow us to answer questions about diseases that we still need

Parkinson’s disease Alzheimer’s disease Brain health clinical care offerings

Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS Stroke Epilepsy Multiple sclerosis Muscular dystrophy neuropathy

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The conditions

Alzheimer’s diagnosis by ethnicity The Hispanic population has the second-highest prevalence of Alzheimer’s disease by ethnicity.

that awareness and opportunities to participate in future clinical trials,” Ramirez said. Seshadri said that the Biggs Institute is the top recruiter for Hispanic clinical trial patients. “We are the largest Hispanic-recruiting [Aging and Disability Resource Center] among all 37 [centers], which is not surprising because we are in South Texas,” Seshadri said. Research at the center includes studying how Alzheimer’s genes behave differently in Hispanic patients and the unique risk factors at work.

Dr. Amelie Ramirez, director of Salud America!— an organization that makes educational materials to influence healthy lifestyles within the Latino community—said that although Hispanics make up about 70% of South Texas’ population, fewer than 5% participate in clinical trials. “We really need to educate our communities on the importance of participating in clinical trials, and this is kind of our partnership work that we’ll be doing with the Biggs Institute and the Center for Brain Health in San Antonio, is to help promote

Percentage of adults ages 65 and older diagnosed with Alzheimer’s

Non-Hispanic white

10.3%

Hispanic

12.2%

African American

13.8%

American Indian and Alaska Native

9.1%

Asian and Pacific Islander

8.4%

SOURCE: U.S. CENTER FOR DISEASE CONTROL/COMMUNITY IMPACT

Looking ahead

The outlook

Percentage of adults 65+ living in Texas counties with Alzheimer’s Approximately 459,300 Texans ages 65 and older were diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease in 2020, accounting for 11.9% of the elderly population.

Jackson said State Proposition 14, recently approved in the Nov. 4 election, created a $3 billion dedicated fund for dementia prevention and research, which will have a transformative impact on researcher recruitment and medical discovery at the Center for Brain Health. “I can’t understate the incredible gift that was for researchers,” Jackson said. “I really think this will be an opportunity for us to recruit really smart, bright scientists from across the country who can’t get funding nationally.”

District 10 council member Marc Whyte said that one of the most noticeable aspects of the new center is its thoughtful design, which incorporates a variety of facilities, including a library, music room, therapy rooms, spaces for educational and group meetings and an infusion suite. “[The center] really gives our folks an opportu- nity to participate in cutting-edge research that’s being done right here in our city,” Whyte said. “Alzheimer’s affects people around the world, and certainly right here in San Antonio, and to have a facility that’s on the cutting edge right here in San Antonio is a win for our citizens.” Dianne Teran, program manager at the Alzhei- mer’s Association San Antonio and South Texas Chapter, said the center may allow organizations to host educational and outreach programs. “Hopefully, the Alzheimer’s Association [and] other organizations could have a space to also come

Percentage of 65 and older population diagnosed with Alzheimer's

15%

10%

Bexar County

Harris County

Dallas County

Tarrant County

Travis County

68.57% For 31.43% Against Nov. 4 Election: Proposition 14

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in and bring in education as well,” Teran said. “It’s all about how we work together to fill that need, so it’s really holding hands [to provide comprehensive care].”

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Seasons Alzheimer’s Care and Assisted Living Type: assisted living, memory care Opened: N/A Total units: 16 Amenities: 24/7 supervision, physical therapy, wound

Types of communities

San Antonio

Independent-living communities cater to older adults with limited care needs. Most include amenities, such as fitness programs, housekeeping and communal meals. Assisted-living communities specialize in providing care and supervision. These facilities frequently offer a full range of amenities as well as limited medical assistance. Memory care facilities specialize in providing care to seniors with Alzheimer’s, dementia and other cognitive issues. Staff members are trained to help residents manage these diseases. Hospice care is intended to relieve symptoms and suffering associated with a terminal illness in those who have been given six months or less to live. The patient must choose to forgo further curative treatment. Nursing home/skilled nursing facilities provide care to those with illnesses or mental conditions requiring full- time monitoring and medical care.

care, nutrition management, housekeeping • 15170 Nacogdoches Road, San Antonio • www.seasonsalzcare.com

Sodalis San Antonio Type: assisted living, independent living, memory care Opened: early 2000s Total units: 60 Amenities: activity program, transportation, meal program, chapel, pet-friendly, 24/7 care • 6849 Crestway Drive, San Antonio • www.sodalissenior.com The Haven & The Laurels in Stone Oak Type: assisted living, memory care Opened: 2003 Total units: 60 (The Haven), 94 (The Laurels) Amenities: activities, meal service • 511 and 575 Knights Cross Drive, San Antonio • https://thehavenandlaurelsstoneoak. seniorlivingnearme.com The Waterford at Thousand Oaks Type: independent living, assisted living Opened: early 2000s Total units: 120 Amenities: 24-hour staffing, restaurant-style dining, on- site home health agency, exercise classes • 4243 Thousand Oaks Drive, Ste. 1801, San Antonio • www.sonidaseniorliving.com/community/the- waterford-at-thousand-oaks/

Emerald Oaks Retirement Resort Type: independent living Opened: 2015 Total units: 128 Amenities: full kitchens, professional chefs, medical alert system, health and wellness programs, library, 150-seat theater, salon/barber • 20302 Bulverde Road, San Antonio • www.rlcommunities.com

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Adante Independent Living Type: independent living, assisted living, memory care Opened: 2007 Total units: 130 independent living apartments, 30 cottages, 60 assisted living, 20 memory care Amenities: chef-prepared cuisine, theater, beauty salon and barbershop, casual cafe

Total units: 84 Amenities: happy hours and coffee clubs, trivia nights, bingo, bridge and book clubs, comedy shows • 4096 De Zavala Road, San Antonio • www.sonidaseniorliving.com/community/the- waterford-at-shavano-park/

• 2702 Cembalo Blvd., San Antonio • www.adanteindependentliving.com

Brookdale Nacogdoches Type: independent living

Live Oak

Opened: 2015 Total units: 37 Amenities: housekeeping, laundry, internet, courtyard, activity, salon, pet-friendly • 14595 Nacogdoches Road, San Antonio • www.brookdale.com OneStone Oak Senior Living Center Type: assisted living Opened: 2023 Total units: 65 Amenities: meals, service, private bedrooms, beauty salon, laundry service

Villa de San Antonio Type: independent living, assisted living

Garden Ridge Assisted Living Type: assisted living Opened: N/A Total units: N/A Amenities: meal service, wellness center, medication management, on-call nurse • 9621 Meadow Rue, Garden Ridge • www.gardenridgealf.com

Opened: 2006 Total units: 193 Amenities: daily Catholic mass, housekeeping, fitness

center, 24-hour response system • 8103 N. Hollow, San Antonio • www.villadesanantonio.com

Shavano Park

Schertz

Crest Palliative Care Type: hospice care Opened: 2019

Avir at Schertz Type: assisted living, memory care Opened: 2025 Total units: 96 beds

• 20718 Stone Oak Parkway, San Antonio • www.onestoneoakseniorliving.com

Total units: N/A Amenities: N/A • 4085 De Zavala Road, Ste. 100, Shavano Park • www.mycrestcare.com The Waterford at Shavano Park Type: assisted living, memory care Opened: 2024

Sage Stone Oak Type: independent living Opened: 2021 Total units: 150 Amenities: spa, pool, garden club, movie theater, gym,

Amenities: therapy services, 24/7 nurse care, wound care, daily activities, outdoor space, private rooms • 3301 FM 3009, Schertz • www.avirhg.com/avir-at-schertz This list is not comprehensive.

wellness center, events, coffee bar • 21914 Hardy Oak Blvd., San Antonio • www.sagestoneoak.com

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Live Oak

Woodland Cottages Senior Independent Living at Westover Hills Type: independent living Opened: 2025 Total units: 78 Amenities: clubhouse, fitness facility, pool, media room, great room and pickleball court • 2911 N. Ellison Drive, San Antonio • www.woodlandcottages.com/communities

Serenity Oaks Assisted Living and Memory Care Type: assisted living, memory care, hospice care

Amenities: daily activities, barbershop/salon, transportation, outdoor spaces • 6684 Randolph Blvd., Live Oak • www.serenityoaksassistedliving.com

Opened: 2021 Total units: 23

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BY ANDREW CREELMAN

Bobby Wilkinson is the owner of Caring Transitions of San Antonio Central.

From moving services to estate sale management, Caring Transitions caters to seniors and their families across San Antonio.

PHOTOS COURTESY CARING TRANSITIONS OF SAN ANTONIO

Caring Transitions helps to move San Antonio seniors, families According to Bobby Wilkinson, the owner of Car- ing Transitions of San Antonio Central, the number of people turning 60 is increasing every year. “More and more people are turning older than 60 this year,” Wilkinson said. “So we’re seeing more of a need now than ever before.” Learn more That’s where Wilkinson said Caring Transitions comes into play—a service that helps families throughout San Antonio transition older loved ones into new living spaces. “When you have a family member that is not able to take care of themselves, the focus should be on them, not other things,” Wilkinson said. When families are faced with having to move loved ones into new, dierent spaces, Wilkinson said the transition can often be overly complex and stressful. “It shouldn’t be about what to do with all the stu you have, it should be about the family members themselves,” he said. What are the options? The process begins with a consultation with

family members to discuss the logistics of the moving process. “We come in and take care of some of the stress of the situation,” Wilkinson said. Whether it’s from a single-family home to an independent living facility, Wilkinson said any situation can be covered. Workers help with sorting belongings, packing, decluttering, and more. There’s also estate management services available, like estate sale planning and auctions, according to Caring Transitions’ website. Along with traditional moving services, Wilkin- son said he can also help families search for new communities for seniors to live in. “We want to help folks downsize and liquidize their assets in the process,” Wilkinson said. Why it matters Founded over 20 years ago, Wilkinson said Caring Transitions has expanded to over 400 locations across the United States, including three other branches in San Antonio—North, Northwest and Helotes. There’s also a branch serving residents in Bulverde and Canyon Lake. “I am so excited to see the future of Caring Transitions in San Antonio and beyond,” Wilkin- son said.

Caring Transitions has grown to over 400 locally-owned branches across the United States, with four total franchises serving San Antonio.

Assistance to seniors Here’s a full rundown of services oered by Caring Transitions:

Senior relocation and moving

Packing services

Senior resettling services

Downsizing help

Senior decluttering services

Space planning

Estate sales and auctions

Estate clean out services

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