Calendar of Events

First United Methodist Church in Waynesville will be giving away 200 backpacks for the children in the community during their Back 2 School Bash event on August 28th, from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm. There will be bounce houses, music, resource giveaways, a food truck, and more. Stop by to support! All are welcome.

Thoughts and behaviors are usually associated with brain-based operations. However, when this construct becomes too fused or is fueled by underlying emotions such as anxiety, outcomes can be debilitating. This class focuses on obsessive compulsive disorder in older adults, detailing contributing causes, symptoms, and outcome-based treatment protocols. This is a free virtual event facilitated by […]

The reality of personality disorders is that they involve long-term patterns of thoughts and behaviors that are unhealthy and inflexible and, though similar, no two ever look exactly the same. This course defines personality disorders, explores different types and examines challenges associated with providing care for individuals who are diagnosed with one. This is a […]

This course focuses on the indicators and risk factors of suicide in older adults as related to current statistical data. In addition, this course explains methods of suicide response and keys to prevention. This is a free in-person event facilitated by the Vaya Health GERO Team. CEU's are provided through NC Department of Health and […]

The reality of personality disorders is that they involve long-term patterns of thoughtsand behaviors that are unhealthy and inflexible and, though similar, no two ever lookexactly the same. This course defines personality disorders, explores different types and examines challenges associated with providing care for individuals who are diagnosed with one. This is a free in-person […]

This course focuses on the indicators and risk factors of suicide in older adults as related to current statistical data. In addition, this course explains methods of suicide response and keys to prevention. This is a free in-person event facilitated by the Vaya Health GERO Team. CEU's are provided through NC Department of Health and […]

The reality of personality disorders is that they involve long-term patterns of thoughtsand behaviors that are unhealthy and inflexible and, though similar, no two ever lookexactly the same. This course defines personality disorders, explores different types and examines challenges associated with providing care for individuals who are diagnosed with one. This is a free in-person […]

On Saturday, September 3rd from 5:00pm-10:00pm, Wilkes Recovery Revolution, Inc. is hosting the 6th Annual Recovery Rally “RECOVERY IS FOR EVERYONE: Every Person, Every Family, Every Community" for National Recovery Month. This event will be held at the Historic Downtown of Wilkesboro and will celebrate recovery and encourage individuals with substance use disorder and/or mental […]

Antidepressants treat depression, but did you realize there are other uses for this classification of medication? Join us to learn about the traditional and secondary uses of antidepressants, side effects and safe administration protocols. This is a free virtual event facilitated by the Vaya Health GERO team. CEU’s are provided through NC Department of Health […]

This is a free event at Macon County Library; facilitated by the Vaya Health GERO team. CEU’s are provided through NC Department of Health and Human Services. This course focuses on the indicators and risk factors of suicide in older adults as relatedto current statistical data. In addition, this course explains methods of suicide responseand […]

The reality of personality disorders is that they involve long-term patterns of thoughts and behaviors that are unhealthy and inflexible and, though similar, no two ever look exactly the same. This course defines personality disorders, explores different types and examines challenges associated with providing care for individuals who are diagnosed with one. This is a […]

This course focuses on the indicators and risk factors of suicide in older adults as related to current statistical data. In addition, this course explains methods of suicide response and keys to prevention. This is a free in-person event facilitated by the Vaya Health GERO Team. CEU's are provided through NC Department of Health and […]

As we age, the use of antipsychotic medications may become a challenge in itself. Course participants will learn the importance of decreasing the use of antipsychotics (especially in dementia) and focus on other possible techniques to manage psychosis. As always, we include the action, use, and side effects of this classification of medication. This is […]

The reality of personality disorders is that they involve long-term patterns of thoughts and behaviors that are unhealthy and inflexible and, though similar, no two ever look exactly the same. This course defines personality disorders, explores different types and examines challenges associated with providing care for individuals who are diagnosed with one. This is a […]

This course focuses on the indicators and risk factors of suicide in older adults as related to current statistical data. In addition, this course explains methods of suicide response and keys to prevention. This is a free in-person event facilitated by the Vaya Health GERO Team. CEU's are provided through NC Department of Health and […]

Meet The Need NC is co-hosting with the Family Support Network a Hear. Share. Act. event in Boone, NC, on September 10!  The event will include stories, music, policy updates, and resources on how to share your story to advocate, educate, and inform key decision-makers on the Registry of Unmet Needs waiting list and the Direct Support Professionals (DSP) […]

The Mental Wellness Walk raises awareness of the mental health community resources available in our community and helps to end the stigma around seeking help. It is the premiere gathering of mental health providers, partners, and supporters in Western North Carolina that unite in the common goal of making mental health care accessible for all. […]

Recovery belongs to us all! Join us for free food, and entertainment as we celebrate recovery from substance use and mental illness. Together, we can build a healthy Chatham County. Click here to learn more about this event.

Consumer and Family Advisory Committee (CFAC) Steering Committee MeetingSign up to make public comment by emailing your name, county of residence, and subject matter to cfac@vayahealth.com or call any CFAC support staff (1-800-893-6246). Meeting connection:Phone: 1-828-552-4129 Conference ID: 119 122 408# Member Engagement 1-800-893-6246 cfac@vayahealth.com

This course focuses on the indicators and risk factors of suicide in older adults as related to current statistical data. In addition, this course explains methods of suicide response and keys to prevention. This is a free virtual event facilitated by the Vaya Health GERO team. CEU’s are provided through NC Department of Health and […]

This course focuses on the indicators and risk factors of suicide in older adults as related to current statistical data. In addition, this course explains methods of suicide response and keys to prevention. 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 event at Hudson Library, facilitated by the Vaya Health GERO team. CEU’s are provided through NC Department of Health and Human Services. This course is designed for both care providers and recipients. It looks at alternative treatments and practice modalities and their impact on mental health. Many of the “outside of […]

This course focuses on the indicators and risk factors of suicide in older adults as related to current statistical data. In addition, this course explains methods of suicide response and keys to prevention. This is a free in-person event facilitated by the Vaya Health GERO Team. CEU's are provided through NC Department of Health and […]

The reality of personality disorders is that they involve long-term patterns of thoughts and behaviors that are unhealthy and inflexible and, though similar, no two ever look exactly the same. This course defines personality disorders, explores different types and examines challenges associated with providing care for individuals who are diagnosed with one. This is a […]

The reality of personality disorders is that they involve long-term patterns of thoughtsand behaviors that are unhealthy and inflexible and, though similar, no two ever lookexactly the same. This course defines personality disorders, explores different types and examines challenges associated with providing care for individuals who are diagnosed with one. This is a free in-person […]

The reality of personality disorders is that they involve long-term patterns of thoughtsand behaviors that are unhealthy and inflexible and, though similar, no two ever lookexactly the same. This course defines personality disorders, explores different types and examines challenges associated with providing care for individuals who are diagnosed with one. This is a free in-person […]

This course focuses on the indicators and risk factors of suicide in older adults as related to current statistical data. In addition, this course explains methods of suicide response and keys to prevention. This is a free in-person event facilitated by the Vaya Health GERO Team. CEU's are provided through NC Department of Health and […]

The Alcohol/Drug Council of North Carolina is excited to honor special individuals and to celebrate their incredible work for our communities during the 5th Annual Anne Doolen Visionary Awards Luncheon on September 15th from 12:30 pm to 3:00 pm. The Anne Doolen Visionary Award is named after Anne Doolan (1948-2018) who began her professional work […]

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage month with the Hispanic Liaison of Siler City and the Latinx community at Fiesta! Fiesta is an outdoor, free family-friendly event for the entire community. Everyone is welcome to enjoy and celebrate Latin-American traditions. There will be delicious food, live Latin music, folkloric dances, and information booths from various organizations.

This is a free event at Jackson County Senior Center, facilitated by the Vaya Health GERO team. CEU’s are provided through NC Department of Health and Human Services. This course focuses on the indicators and risk factors of suicide in older adults as related to current statistical data. In addition, this course explains methods of […]

This course focuses on the indicators and risk factors of suicide in older adults as related to current statistical data. In addition, this course explains methods of suicide response and keys to prevention. This is a free in-person event facilitated by the Vaya Health GERO Team. CEU's are provided through NC Department of Health and […]

The reality of personality disorders is that they involve long-term patterns of thoughtsand behaviors that are unhealthy and inflexible and, though similar, no two ever lookexactly the same. This course defines personality disorders, explores different types and examines challenges associated with providing care for individuals who are diagnosed with one. This is a free in-person […]

This course focuses on the indicators and risk factors of suicide in older adults as related to current statistical data. In addition, this course explains methods of suicide response and keys to prevention. This is a free virtual event facilitated by the Vaya Health GERO team. CEU’s are provided through NC Department of Health and […]

The reality of personality disorders is that they involve long-term patterns of thoughtsand behaviors that are unhealthy and inflexible and, though similar, no two ever lookexactly the same. This course defines personality disorders, explores different types and examines challenges associated with providing care for individuals who are diagnosed with one. This is a free in-person […]

This is a free event at Marianna Black Library, facilitated by the Vaya Health GERO team. CEU’s are provided through NC Department of Health and Human Services. Anxiety can be a debilitating force in life – at times, so debilitating that it interferes with the ability to manage one’s own activities of daily living. When […]

Antidepressants treat depression, but did you realize there are other uses for this classification of medication? Join us to learn about the traditional and secondary uses of antidepressants, side effects and safe administration protocols. This is a free virtual event facilitated by the Vaya Health GERO team. CEU’s are provided through NC Department of Health […]

Into the Light: Suicide and Mental Health Awareness Walk is an event held each year by United Way to raise awareness and come together with a shared passion and strength around these difficult mental health circumstances. This event is symbolic of those that are suffering from suicidal thoughts to come out of the darkness of […]

The Personality Festival is an annual Person County festival in Uptown Roxboro. There will be live music, local performers, over 100 vendors promoting information and their businesses.

Unity in the Community; Linking Lives in Alleghany County  The event name reflects the intention of bringing neighbors and community together. This is a Health and Wellness event, sponsored by Alleghany Lives: Suicide Awareness Coalition and Alleghany Wellness Coalition. It will be taking place on October 1, 2022 from 1:00-5:00 pm at Crouse Park. The […]