Calendar of Events

Facing Substance Use and Misuse in Your World EGAMHST

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

Substance use is a reality in every community. Possibly you or someone in your life has been impacted by the challenges of substance use and addiction. This course identifies common substances, addiction development, and their impact on families and communities. The focus is on the older adult population regarding identification, safety, treatment, and recovery. This […]

Free

Living with Anxiety: Medications that Help EGAMHST

Alexander County Senior Center 730 7th St., SW, Taylorsville, North Carolina, United States

Everyone experiences anxiety at some point. When excessive, it can negatively impact one’s quality of life. This course will explore medications used to treat anxiety, specifically in the aging population. Also explored will be effective therapies and potential medication side effects. This is a free in-person event facilitated by the Vaya Health GERO Team. CEU's […]

Free

Mitchell Senior Games 2023

Mitchell Senior Center 152 Ledger School Rd., Bakersville, North Carolina, United States

Vaya sponsored the 'Mitchell Ten Pins Bowling Team' to compete in the North Carolina Senior Bowling Game on May 11th, 2023. There is no entry fee. All are welcome to come support this dedicated team.

Facing Substance Use and Misuse in Your World EGAMHST

Alexander County Senior Center 730 7th St., SW, Taylorsville, North Carolina, United States

Substance use is a reality in every community. Possibly you or someone in your life has been impacted by the challenges of substance use and addiction. This course identifies common substances, addiction development, and their impact on families and communities. The focus is on the older adult population regarding identification, safety, treatment, and recovery. This […]

Free

Living with Anxiety: Medications that Help EGAMHST

Avery County Senior Center 165 Schultz Circle, Newland, North Carolina, United States

Everyone experiences anxiety at some point. When excessive, it can negatively impact one’s quality of life. This course will explore medications used to treat anxiety, specifically in the aging population. Also explored will be effective therapies and potential medication side effects. This is a free in-person event facilitated by the Vaya Health GERO Team. CEU's […]

Free

Webinar: PTSD: Healing the Emotional Wound – WGAMHST

When trauma occurs, it can have lasting effects on the person who experiences it and their caregiver. This presentation defines PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder) and reviews the impact of trauma. Highlighted are treatment options and self-care strategies related to older adults. This is a free virtual event facilitated by the Vaya Health GERO team. CEU’s […]

Free

Facing Substance Use and Misuse in Your World EGAMHST

Avery County Senior Center 165 Schultz Circle, Newland, North Carolina, United States

Substance use is a reality in every community. Possibly you or someone in your life has been impacted by the challenges of substance use and addiction. This course identifies common substances, addiction development, and their impact on families and communities. The focus is on the older adult population regarding identification, safety, treatment, and recovery. This […]

Free

Healing Together 2023 – Henderson County

Grace Lutheran Church 1245 6th Ave W, Hendersonville, North Carolina, United States

Crossnore Communities for Children and Thrive, in partnership with organizations in the HART Collaborative, invites members of the Henderson County community to join them for a night of growth, healing, and conversation on May 11, 2023. During the evening you'll view the film "Resilience: The Biology of Stress and the Science of Hope," have Q&A […]

Webinar: Living with Anxiety: Medications that Help EGAMHST

Everyone experiences anxiety at some point. When excessive, it can negatively impact one’s quality of life. This course will explore medications used to treat anxiety, specifically in the aging population. Also explored will be effective therapies and potential medication side effects. This is a free virtual event facilitated by the Vaya Health GERO team. CEU’s […]

Free

Webinar: Facing Substance Use and Misuse in Your World EGAMHST

Substance use is a reality in every community. Possibly you or someone in your life has been impacted by the challenges of substance use and addiction. This course identifies common substances, addiction development, and their impact on families and communities. The focus is on the older adult population regarding identification, safety, treatment, and recovery. This […]

Free