Calendar of Events

The Supports Intensity Scale (SIS) Assessment Training is a one-hour basic introduction into what the SIS assessment is and how it is administered. Training will cover topics such as who is involved in the assessment, how often does the assessment have to be completed, why does it have to be completed, and what can participants […]

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 Macon 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. This course provides a foundational knowledge about recognizing and responding to stress. This foundation develops awareness of the difference between […]

Depression is common in older adults and often overlooked or misdiagnosed. This course explores risk factors, symptoms, and treatment options. Care providers receive tips on how to support others experiencing depression. 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 Services. […]

The Supports Intensity Scale (SIS) Assessment Training is a one-hour basic introduction into what the SIS assessment is and how it is administered. Training will cover topics such as who is involved in the assessment, how often does the assessment have to be completed, why does it have to be completed, and what can participants […]

Depression is common in older adults and often overlooked or misdiagnosed. This course exploresrisk factors, symptoms, and treatment options. Care providers receive tips on how to support othersexperiencing depression. 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 Services. If you […]

Have you ever had a secret you were too embarrassed to share? Those who hoard may not disclosesymptoms due to potential embarrassment, judgment, and ridicule. This presentation will explorecauses, symptoms, treatment, and care methods for those managing this condition. The focus ison the aging population. This is a free in-person event facilitated by the Vaya […]