The utilization of antipsychotic medications is accompanied by many challenges when treatingolder individuals. This course will focus on the classifications of medication, indications for use,and potential side effects. Emphasis will be on the vulnerabilities of using antipsychotics for thisdemographic. This is a free in-person event facilitated by the Vaya Health GERO Team. CEU’s are provided […]

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 Jackson 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. Depression is common in older adults and often overlooked or misdiagnosed. This course explores risk factors, symptoms, and treatment options. […]

This is a free in-person event at Jackson County Senior Center, 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 training is designed to help participants understand the physical and psychological impacts of disasters. It covers common reactions to […]

Join Butner Public Safety at Butner Athletic Park for an evening of Track or Treating and Halloween Fun!

This event, hosted by the Granville County Veterans’ Affairs Committee will offer access to information and resources such as help with accessing VA benefits and understanding eligibility, VBA Services information including about housing, retirement and employment; education assistance; mental health and substance abuse information, health screenings, flu vaccines, financial and legal assistance resources, and refreshments. […]

This family-friendly festival is a joyful and respectful celebration of life, memory, and culture. The day will include: Storytelling, memory sharing, Live music & traditional performances, Community altars (ofrendas), Food vendors & cultural treats, Face painting, art, & kids’ crafts, Health & community resource tables, Health & community resource tables, Local organizations & small businesses.

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. […]

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 […]

This is a free in-person event at Etowah Branch 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. Substance use is a reality in every community. Possibly you or someone in your life has been impacted by the challenges […]

This is a free in-person event at Edneyville Branch 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. With focus on maintaining brain health as we age, participants will learn about normal cognitive aging, risk factors for decline, and […]

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. […]

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 […]

This free community workshop is designed for the young women (middle and high school aged) in the Granville County community. The goal of this workshop is to provide a safe space for conversations about mental health, self-esteem, toxic relationships, domestic abuse, and the role of social media. After hearing from the keynote speaker Shanila Kabir, […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 the assessment must be completed, why does it have to be completed, and what participants can expect when […]

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.

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. […]

Drive-thru Thanksgiving food distribution & turkey giveaway with a community resource fair providing information on winter and cold weather resources.

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 […]

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 […]

This is a free in-person event at Jackson 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. Having extreme mood changes can have a significant impact on a person’s ability to function in life. This cycle is […]

Consumer and Family Advisory Committee (CFAC) MeetingRegion 2 Counties: Buncombe, Henderson, Madison, Mitchell, Polk, Transylvania, Yancey Sign 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: 685 482 565#Vaya Health, 200 Ridgefield Court, Suite 218, Asheville, NC 28806

Consumer and Family Advisory Committee (CFAC) MeetingRegion 4 Counties: Alamance, Caswell, Chatham, Franklin, Granville, Person, Rockingham, Stokes, Vance Sign 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: 229 933 645 #

Communication is the string that ties us all together. If that string isn’t strong enough or is broken, relationships tend to unravel. Effective communication cultivates strong relationships and supports one’s voice being heard. This curriculum is designed to look at ways to neutralize barriers and methods to enhance clear, concise, and deliberate exchanges. This is […]

This diabetes training is designed to provide participants with foundational knowledge about diabetes and essential self-management skills. The program aims to increase awareness and understanding of the condition, empowering individuals to take control of their health or better support those living with diabetes. This training is suitable for community stakeholders wanting to expand their knowledge […]

Communication is the string that ties us all together. If that string isn’t strong enough or is broken, relationships tend to unravel. Effective communication cultivates strong relationships and supports one’s voice being heard. This curriculum is designed to look at ways to neutralize barriers and methods to enhance clear, concise, and deliberate exchanges. This is […]

Communication is the string that ties us all together. If that string isn’t strong enough or is broken,relationships tend to unravel. Effective communication cultivates strong relationships and supportsone’s voice being heard. This curriculum is designed to look at ways to neutralize barriers andmethods to enhance clear, concise, and deliberate exchanges. This is a free in-person […]