Calendar of Events

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

EGAMHST: Neurocognitive Disorders: Living with Dementia

Pilot Mountain Senior Center 873 Old US 52 Bypass W, Pilot Mountain, 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

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

Child and Family Team (CFT) Part I Training (2-day)

System of Care: Child and Family Team I training gives parents, caregivers and professionals an overview of Child and Family Team meetings from the family’s perspective and teaches strategies and facilitation skills to support children, youth, and families.  All participants must have video and audio access and must keep your camera turned on during the […]

Free

EGAMHST: Neurocognitive Disorders: Living with Dementia

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 virtual event facilitated by the Vaya Health GERO team. CEU’s are […]

Free

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

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 virtual event facilitated by the Vaya Health GERO team. CEU’s are […]

Free

EGAMHST: Neurocognitive Disorders: Living with Dementia

Lois E Harrill Senior Center 132 Poplar Grove Connector #A, Boone, 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