Calendar of Events

Child Welfare 101

Participants will: Intended audience: Resource Parents Behavioral health providers  Private providers serving members and recipients in foster care To learn more contact SystemOfCare@vayahealth.com

Webinar: An Overview of Mental Health – WGAMHST

Virtual Event Virtual Event

This is a free virtual event facilitated by the Vaya Health Geriatric team. CEU’s are provided through NC Department of Health and Human Services. This introductory course aims to educate individuals on the most common mental health diagnoses among the aging population, along with treatment options to help overcome stigma. Variations between mental health and […]

Free

Facing the Emotional Challenges of Chronic Illness – WGAMHST

Macon County Senior Services 108 Wayah St., Franklin, North Carolina, United States

This is a free in-person event at Macon County Senior Services, facilitated by the Vaya Health Geriatric Team. CEU's are provided through NC Department of Health and Human Services. Receiving a chronic illness diagnosis can produce a range of emotional responses. In this training, we will explore the physical and mental impact of these conditions. […]

Free

Cherokee Autism Celebration

Qualla Boundary 1501 Acquoni Rd., Cherokee, North Carolina, United States

Autism Awareness Event

Going Green Tree Lighting Ceremony

Jonas Hill Hospital and Clinic 407 Mulberry Street SW, Hudson, North Carolina, United States

Join us at the annual Going Green Tree Lighting Ceremony at the Jonas Hill Hospital & Clinic to kick off May- Mental Health Awareness Month. We would be honored if you would join us for this signature event. Following tree lighting, there will be a Pet Contest and Pet Parade. Have your pet dressed in […]

Mobile Free Pharmacy – Macon County

Robert C. Carpenter Community Building 1288 Georgia Rd, Franklin, North Carolina, United States

The Mobile Free Pharmacy provides adults and children who are low-income and in need with free over the counter medicine. Medicine such as aspirin, children’s cough syrup, allergy medicine and vitamins are just a few items given to families who need assistance. Most events now have pre-ordering available online. However, NC MedAssist and affiliated Mobile Free Pharmacy sponsors reserve […]

Spring Fever Family Fun Fest – Polk County

Harmon Field 117 Harmon Field Rd., Tryon, North Carolina, United States

April is Child Abuse Prevention & Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Please join us and the organizations in our Polk County community at this free event. There will be free resources, information, giveaways, fun games, and more at this event. We will have information about child abuse awareness, education on behavioral health and medical services in […]

2024 Healthy Kids Day | Avery County

Williams YMCA of Avery County 436 Hospital Dr., Linville, North Carolina, United States

Healthy Kids Day® is a national annual event celebrated at Ys across the country to help inspire healthy habits in kids and families. For more than 30 years, Ys have celebrated Healthy Kids Day by hosting a free community event focused on active physical play, nutrition education, STEM and the arts, and much more. Here […]

Pioneer Day 2024 | McDowell

Old Fort Gateway Museum 24 Water St, Old Fort, North Carolina, United States

This event takes place in the beautiful field behind the museum and sees around 2000-3000 attendees. It's a great opportunity for outreach!