Calendar of Events

Permanent Supportive Housing 4-Day Online Training

4-day training. December 1, 2 and 8, 9 from 9am to 1:30 pm. This online training will support CST and ACTT providers by improving their understanding and practice of the Permanent Supportive Housing model. Full attendance is required for all 4 days to receive credit. This training is available to CST and ACTT providers within […]

Free

Depression: From Surviving to Thriving-WGAMHST

Depressive symptoms often present themselves through feelings of isolation, hopelessness and despair. This course examines different types, common causes, symptoms and treatment methods for depression, focusing on moving from a place of simply surviving to one of thriving. This is a free virtual event facilitated by the Vaya Health GERO team. CEU’s are provided through […]

Free

Depression: From Surviving to Thriving

Lakeview Center for Active Aging 401 Laurel Cir Drive #3061, Black Mountain, North Carolina

This is a free event facilitated by the Vaya Health GERO team. CEU’s are provided through NC Department of Health and Human Services. Depressive symptoms often present themselves through feelings of isolation, hopelessness and despair. This course examines different types, common causes, symptoms and treatment methods for depression, focusing on moving from a place of […]

Free

QPR (Question, persuade, Refer) Suicide Prevention Online Training

QPR prepares participants to question, persuade, and refer those struggling with thoughts of suicide to life-saving help. This 2-hour program teaches community members to recognize the warning signs of a suicidal crisis, offer hope, and encourage others to reach out to natural supports and professional care. QPR is applicable to anyone in the community who […]

Free

Antidepressants: Not Just for Depression-WGAMHST

Antidepressants treat depression, but did you realize there are other uses for this classification of medication? Join us to learn about the traditional and secondary uses of antidepressants, side effects and safe administration protocols. This is a free virtual event facilitated by the Vaya Health GERO team. CEU’s are provided through NC Department of Health […]

Free

EGAMHST: Neurocognitive Disorders: Living with Dementia

Alleghany County Public Library 115 Atwood Street, Sparta, North Carolina, United States

Commonly referred to as dementia, neurocognitive disorders can affect the way peopleperceive and engage with the world around them. This course looks at variousclassifications of neurocognitive disorders (NCDs), delirium and common changesassociated with each type. Tips for caregiving are provided. This is a free in-person event facilitated by the Vaya Health GERO Team. CEU's are […]

Free

Commonly Misused Medications: Understanding Medication Side Effects on the Aging Brain

Albert Carlton-Cashiers Community Public Library 249 Frank Allen Rd, Cashiers, NC

This is a free event facilitated by the Vaya Health GERO team. CEU’s are provided through NC Department of Health and Human Services. Did you know misuse of medications is a growing problem in older adults? This course identifies commonly misused medications and discusses the physiological differences related to aging, as well as treatments and […]

Free

EGAMHST: It’s a Brain Thing: The Study of Dementia Medications

Alleghany County Public Library 115 Atwood Street, Sparta, North Carolina, United States

Dementia can be a frightening journey for both the caregiver and the care recipient. Research continues to reveal more about this disease and treatments that may help. This class updates participants on how medications can help, as well as frustrating limitations. This is a free in-person event facilitated by the Vaya Health GERO Team. CEU's […]

Free

EGAMHST: Neurocognitive Disorders: Living with Dementia

McDowell Senior Center 100 Spaulding Rd.,, Marion, North Carolina, United States

Commonly referred to as dementia, neurocognitive disorders can affect the way peopleperceive and engage with the world around them. This course looks at variousclassifications of neurocognitive disorders (NCDs), delirium and common changesassociated with each type. Tips for caregiving are provided. This is a free in-person event facilitated by the Vaya Health GERO Team. CEU's are […]

Free

EGAMHST: It’s a Brain Thing: The Study of Dementia Medications

McDowell Senior Center 100 Spaulding Rd.,, Marion, North Carolina, United States

Dementia can be a frightening journey for both the caregiver and the care recipient. Research continues to reveal more about this disease and treatments that may help. This class updates participants on how medications can help, as well as frustrating limitations. This is a free in-person event facilitated by the Vaya Health GERO Team. CEU's […]

Free