This is a free event at Spruce Pine Public Library, facilitated by the Vaya Health GERO team. Contact Hours are provided through NC Department of Health and Human Services. In this course, you’ll learn about the physical and emotional effects of a disaster and how people commonly react to trauma. You’ll also gain practical tips […]
These casual sessions allow community members to share feedback about what is working well and what needs improvement regarding the services Vaya oversees in their communities. Staff will also share information about how to participate in stakeholder groups that advise Vaya. Drop by anytime during the listed time range. Free giveaways while supplies last.
This is a free in-person event at Enka-Candler Public Library, facilitated by the Vaya Health Geriatric Team. Contact Hours are provided through NC Department of Health and Human Services. A course designed to increase the understanding of neurocognitive disorders and dementia. The curricula will examine the four most diagnosed types of neurocognitive disorders (NCDs) in […]
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 virtual event facilitated by the Vaya Health GERO team. CEU’s are provided through NC Department of Health and […]
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 virtual event facilitated by the Vaya Health GERO team. CEU’s are provided through NC Department of Health and […]
These casual sessions allow community members to share feedback about what is working well and what needs improvement regarding the services Vaya oversees in their communities. Staff will also share information about how to participate in stakeholder groups that advise Vaya. Drop by anytime during the listed time range. Free giveaways while supplies last.
Vaya Health and Buncombe County Health and Human Services are partnering together to offer a FREE Mental Health First Aid training for the community. Mental Health First Aid will teach you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental illnesses and substance use disorders. This 8- hour training will give you the skills […]
These casual sessions allow community members to share feedback about what is working well and what needs improvement regarding the services Vaya oversees in their communities. Staff will also share information about how to participate in stakeholder groups that advise Vaya. Drop by anytime during the listed time range. Free giveaways while supplies last.
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 […]
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 […]