Calendar of Events

A growing number of individuals report experiencing anxiety symptoms in recent years. This courseexamines anxiety as it disproportionately affects the aging population. Traditional and alternativetreatments will be the focus of symptom management. This is a free in-person event facilitated by the Vaya Health GERO Team. CEU’s are provided through NC Department of Health and Human […]

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 in-person event facilitated by the Vaya Health GERO Team. CEU’s […]

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 in-person event facilitated by the Vaya Health GERO Team. CEU’s […]

Participants will receive an overview of NC Innovations and the Registry of Unmet Needs. Participants will learn the steps to apply for the Registry of Unmet Needs as well as become familiar with some available services under NC Innovations.  This training is for community stakeholders. Trainers: Jennifer Irwin and Julie Davis Approximately one week prior to […]

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

This is a free in-person event at Mitchell County Library, facilitated by the Vaya Health Geriatric Team. Contact Hours are provided through NC Department of Health and Human Services. People living with schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders have been misunderstood throughout history. In this presentation, the focus is on the manifestation of symptoms, causality, and […]

This is a free in-person event at Haywood County Public Library: Canton Branch, facilitated by the Vaya Health Geriatric Team. Contact Hours are provided through NC Department of Health and Human Services. This course covers a variety of complementary treatments for overall mental health that can support managing everyday stressors and improving wellness. These treatments […]

This introductory course aims to educate individuals on the most common mental healthdiagnoses among the aging population, along with treatment options to help overcome stigma.Variations between mental health and illness will be considered. This is a free in-person event facilitated by the Vaya Health GERO Team. CEU’s are provided through NC Department of Health and […]

This is a free in-person event at Macon County Public Library, facilitated by the Vaya Health Geriatric Team. Contact Hours are provided through NC Department of Health and Human Services. This course covers a variety of complementary treatments for overall mental health that can support managing everyday stressors and improving wellness. These treatments can create […]

This is a free in-person event at Henderson County Public Library, facilitated by the Vaya Health Geriatric Team. Contact Hours are provided through NC Department of Health and Human Services. 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 […]