This is a free in-person event at Macon County Senior Services, facilitated by the Vaya Health’s, Health Education and Aging Resource Team (HEART). Contact Hours are provided through NC Department of Health and Human Services. When intrusive thoughts create increased anxiety and overwhelming emotion, it can lead to compulsive behavior. This thought-behavior cycle can be […]
The utilization of antipsychotic medications is accompanied by many challenges when treatingolder individuals. This course will focus on the classifications of medication, indications for use,and potential side effects. Emphasis will be on the vulnerabilities of using antipsychotics for thisdemographic. This is a free in-person event facilitated by the Vaya Health GERO Team. CEU’s are provided […]
SAMHSA’s GAINS Center for Behavioral Health and Justice Transformation, operated by Policy ResearchAssociates, Inc. (PRA), is known nationally for its work in regard to people with behavioral health needs involved inthe criminal justice system.Although prevalence estimates vary, there is consensus that high percentages of justice-involved women and men have experienced serious trauma throughout their lifetime. […]
Supporting an older adult with a personality disorder can be challenging. This training looks atspecific personality disorders, what to expect, and treatment options. Also shared are tips used tomake interactions smoother and more effective. This is a free in-person event facilitated by the Vaya Health GERO Team. CEU’s are provided through NC Department of Health […]
This event will bring together students, families and the community to raise awareness about prevention, health, and making positive choices. There will be an anti-vape presentation as well as a variety of community resources for you to learn about!
The utilization of antipsychotic medications is accompanied by many challenges when treatingolder individuals. This course will focus on the classifications of medication, indications for use,and potential side effects. Emphasis will be on the vulnerabilities of using antipsychotics for thisdemographic. This is a free in-person event facilitated by the Vaya Health GERO Team. CEU’s are provided […]
Question, Persuade, Refer is an emergency response to someone in crisis. In this training, you’ll learn: How to ask the right questions about suicide How to persuade a person to get help How to refer an individual to the right resource The Microsoft Teams link will be sent out a few days prior to the training.
This is a free in-person event at Jackson County Public Library, facilitated by the Vaya Health’s, Health Education and Aging Resource Team (HEART). Contact Hours are provided through NC Department of Health and Human Services. Depression is common in older adults and often overlooked or misdiagnosed. This course explores risk factors, symptoms, and treatment options. […]
This is a free in-person event at Jackson County Senior Center, facilitated by the Vaya Health’s, Health Education and Aging Resource Team (HEART). Contact Hours are provided through NC Department of Health and Human Services. This training is designed to help participants understand the physical and psychological impacts of disasters. It covers common reactions to […]
Join Butner Public Safety at Butner Athletic Park for an evening of Track or Treating and Halloween Fun!