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Topics in this EditionUpcoming ProgramsAnnouncementsAging Transitions ServicesResources & SupportsVolunteer OpportunitiesContact Us
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Salli’s Senior Workout/YogaJoin this fantastic and fun fitness class. Your flexibility, strength, balance, posture and coordination will all increase. The class incorporates movements from yoga, physical therapy, and dance.
Date: Wednesdays
Time: 11 am
Link: Please send email to salli_benedict@unc.edu to register for the class and get the Zoom password for the sessions.
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¡ZUMBA! – AMIGAS EN SALUDLa clase de Zumba incluye diferentes estilos de danza, como hip-hop, soca, samba, salsa, merengue, y mambo. Buscamos promover la salud de las mujeres latinas, generar un sentimiento de comunidad y apoyar la creación de vínculos entre los estudiantes de UNC y la población hispana de Carolina del Norte.
Instructor: Grissel Díaz and Kattia Blanco, Zumba titulada; Natalia Rebolledo, co-directora 984-459-0556.
Precio: GRATIS
Dia/Teimpo: Lunes de 6.30 a 7.30 pm (354155-01) y Viernes de 6 a 7 pm (354155-02)
Link: Program ID emailed via instructor
ZUMBA! – FRIENDS IN HEALTHDuring the Zumba class you can experience different dance styles, like hip-hop, soca, samba, salsa, merengue, and mambo. We seek to promote health among Latinas, foster a sense of community, and support the creation of bonds among UNC students and the Latinx community in NC.
Instructors: Grissel Díaz and Kattia Blanco, Zumba certified; Natalia Rebolledo, co-director 984-459-0556.
Fee: FREE
Date: Mondays 6.30 – 7.30 pm (354155-01) and Fridays 6 - 7 pm (354155-02)
Link: Program ID emailed via instructor
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Breath Work for Seniors This 4 week course explores various exercises to learn about how we breathe. These are NOT aerobic workouts intended to build stamina, but are intended to show ways you can improve the efficiency of your breathing. We will also apply this to when wearing a mask.
Highly recommended to start at the beginning for the full course, but drop-ins are welcome. Come with an open mind, comfortable clothing and a sturdy chair to sit on!
Date: Tuesdays October 6 - October 27
Time: 2pm
Link: Please email: Bronwen.Nishikawa@gmail.com or contact Latonya Brown - lbrown@orangecountync.gov
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MEDITATION - GUIDEDLoving Kindness meditation creates a space within where we can connect to love and compassion for ourselves and others. No meditation experience necessary! This simple but powerful guided meditation will be led by Department on Aging staff member Lisa Meinert.
Date: Monday, October 12
Time: 10:30 am
Link: Contact Lisa to register: Lmeinert@orangecountync.gov, or 919- 245-4251. Program ID will be emailed.
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Home Safety ChatJoin occupational therapist Marie Dagger on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month for 30 minutes of education and Q&A about staying safe at home. Bring your questions related to the day's topic!
Date: Tuesday, October 13
Topic: Medical Alert Systems
Time: 10am
Join: Contact Marie at 919-245-4279 or mdagger@orangecountync.gov. Link will be emailed ahead of class
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FLU SHOTSEveryone 6 months and older should get a flu vaccine annually. The single best way to prevent the flu is to get vaccinated each year. Vaccination is especially important for people at higher risk of getting severe influenza and their close contacts - including healthcare personnel and those with close contacts of children younger than 6 months. Flu shots provided by Orange County Health Department and Walgreens.
Register by: Fri, Oct 16
Location:Seymour Center
Date: Wednesday, October 14
Time: 2:30 – 1:30 pm
Location: Passmore Center
Date:Wednesday, October 21
Time:12:30 – 1:30 pm
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Medicare’s Open Enrollment Period is October 15 - December 7 Medicare plans change each calendar year. Your medication costs can increase significantly if your plan changes their drug list and pricing as of Jan 1. Many people save hundreds and even thousands of dollars by switching plans, but most can only change during Medicare’s Open Enrollment Period. The Orange County Seniors’ Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP) provides free and unbiased assistance.
Meet with a certified counselor for an Annual Medicare Review. You can choose an in-person appointment at the Seymour Center in Chapel Hill or the Passmore Center in Hillsborough. Or choose to schedule a Zoom video chat. To schedule an appointment, visit our website at www.orangecountync.gov/ocncSHIIP or call 919-245-4274.
Dates: October 15 - December 7
Time: By Appointment
Location: Seymour Center, Passmore Center, or Video Call
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Caregiver Education Series: Self-CareDiscover ways you can take care of yourself while managing the role of caregiver, join Byran Godfrey, MSW, LCSW on October 19.
Date: Monday, October 19
Time: 1:30 – 2:30
Join: Contact Kendall Kopchick at 919-245-4278.
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TED Talk - How We Can Face the Future Without Fear TogetherIt's a fateful moment in history. We've seen divisive elections, divided societies and the growth of extremism -- all fueled by anxiety and uncertainty. "Is there something we can do, each of us, to be able to face the future without fear?" asks Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks. In this electrifying talk, the spiritual leader gives us three specific ways we can move from the politics of "me" to the politics of "all of us, together."
Date: Monday, October 19
Time: 2 pm
Link: Contact Lisa Meinert to register - 919-245-4251. Program ID will be emailed.
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Dementia - Let's Talk About ItJoin OCDoA’s dementia care specialists for a conversation around topics related to dementia education, living with cognitive change, and being a dementia caregiver. We will provide 15-30 minutes of education at the start of the hour, and the remaining time will be spent in conversation, Q&A, and resource-sharing around the day’s topic. Grab your preferred morning beverage and join us! You may register for one or multiple sessions.
Topic: Delirium vs Dementia
Date: Tuesday, October 20
Time: 10:15 - 11:15 am
Join: Contact Marie Dagger at 919-245-4279 or mdagger@orangecountync.gov. Link will be emailed ahead of class
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HEARING SCREENING AND EAR WAX CHECKDid you know that every 2 out of 3 people are affected be hearing loss? Hearing loss can also negatively affect your communication skills. A simple ear wax check and hearing screening can help change your ability to hear. Patricia O Johnson, AuD, F-AAA, ABA Certified, Doctor of Audiology and UNC Hearing and Communication Center Staff will provide the screenings. There will also be an explanation on the causes and symptoms of hearing loss.
Register by: Fri, Oct 16
Fee: FREE
Location: Passmore Center (252505-01)
Date: Thursday, October 22
Time: 9:30 am – 11:30
Location:Seymour Center (252505-01)
Date: Friday, October 23
Time: 9:30 am – 11:30
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PHILOSOPHY DISCUSSION GROUP The UNC Philosophy Department is interested in starting a twice-monthly philosophy discussion group. Anyone can join at any time. The group will begin in November with Ancient Wisdom: a study of what ancient philosophers like Plato, Aristotle, and the Stoics can offer us today (topics ranging from the nature of reality, political life, the fear of death, and more and continue, as there is interest and will morph into an intergenerational group or additional components beginning in January with the topic: Thinking Philosophically about Current Events.
Facilitator: Michael Vazquez and other UNC Philosophy Faculty and Doctoral students
Fee: FREE
Dates: 1st & 3rd Fridays - November 6 & 20
Time: 10 – 11:30am
Link: Will be provided at registration. Class code 357186-01.
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New to Medicare? Join our Welcome to Medicare ClassIf you’re turning 65 soon, you’re probably being bombarded by mailings about Medicare. This online class will provide valuable information whether you’re retiring soon, already retired or continuing to work. You’ll learn how and when to enroll, potential penalties for late enrollment, Medicare’s costs, benefits and options.
Date: Thursday, November 12
Time: 12:00 - 1:30pm
To register, call 919-245-4274 and select option 2. Leave us your name, phone and email address. You’ll receive a confirmation email and a second email with a link to join our Zoom Meeting the day prior.
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Personal Reflections: How are you Finding Peace During COVID?As we all continue this journey to finding our own personal happiness and peace during COVID, we want to know what has inspired you. We’re seeking personal reflection pieces to share with and inspire out community. You don’t have to be an experienced artist or writer to submit. We welcome all levels of experience and look forward to experiencing the beauty with in your stories, your poems, your art that reflects upon your struggles and triumphs while living through the COVID epidemic. The Mental Wellness SRT will select submissions to present during a virtual program honoring our community and the progress we have made together. Submissions due by Friday, October 9 at 5 pm to Shenae McPherson at shmcpherson@orangecountyno.gov or 919-945-4243.
Virtual Presentation Program will be held:
Date: Thursday, Nov 12
Time: 4 – 5:15 pm
Please join meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone
Join: Contact Shenae McPherson at shmcpherson@orangecountyno.gov or 919-945-4243. |
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Orange County Moves into Phase 3 of
State’s Reopening PlanOrange County will align with Gov. Roy Cooper’s executive order taking North Carolina into Phase 3 of the state’s reopening plan, effective at 5 p.m. Oct. 2. See ' What's New in Phase 3?' for more information.
For up-to-date information on COVID-19 cases in Orange County, visit the Orange County's COVID-19 webpage or reach out for further information: - Newsletter: Sign up for the COVID-19 newsletter from the Orange County Health Department.
- Text: To receive daily text updates, text ocnchealth to 888-777.
- Hotline: Questions about COVID-19? Call (919) 245-6111 between the hours of 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Spanish language and other languages available.
- Email: Email your questions to covid19@orangecountync.gov.
Announcing our New YouTube ChannelWe are excited to announce that we have launched the Orange County Department on Aging YouTube Channel. You will find videos ranging from Caregiver Support, In Praise of Age, Project EngAGE, Senior Center Programs and more. Be sure to subscribe to get all the latest videos!
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The 2020 Caregivers Summit is Virtual!Due to implications of the COVID-19 pandemic and the fact that caregivers are caring for our most vulnerable population, we have created a VIRTUAL event scheduled for Thursday, October 22. Thanks to the generosity of our sponsors and exhibitors, there is NO CHARGE to attend!
This year's Virtual Summit offers the chance to view educational sessions and participate in live Q&A with many of our speakers. For session names and course descriptions click here.
Join over 1000 Caregivers who have already registered by clicking here to register.
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Don’t Forget Your Flu Shot – It’s Free if you have Medicare The flu season usually runs from November through April. Depending on when you choose to get your flu shot, Medicare may cover a flu shot twice in one calendar year. For example, if you get a shot in January 2020 for the 2019/2020 flu season, you could get another shot in October 2020 for the 2020/2021 flu season.
Original Medicare covers flu shots with no deductible and co-insurance, as long as you receive the service from a participating provider. If you have a Medicare Advantage Plan, you can receive a flu shot from an in-network provider with no co-pay.
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Chapel Hill Transit UpdateChapel Hill Transit is very supportive of efforts to provide access to early voting and voting sites within our service area of Chapel Hill/Carrboro. We will continue to work closely with the Towns and Orange County to promote these sites and provide access. In looking at the early voting sites – there are several served by fixed routes and each would be accessible via EZ Rider: - Carrboro Town Hall (CW and J - weekdays and Saturday and Sunday)
- Chapel of the Cross (D on weekdays and Saturday and Sunday - several other routes are a short walk from Franklin and Columbia)
- Seymour Center (HS on weekdays and NS from Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. on weekdays and Saturday and Sunday. Senior Shuttle on weekdays)
- University Place (A route on weekdays and Saturday and Sunday. D route is an option from Franklin Street. Senior Shuttle on weekdays)
We have plenty of capacity for trips to early voting sites on EZ Rider and will staff accordingly for November 3rd.
We are planning to create signs for EZ Rider vehicles about early voting sites – we will add similar information to our website. This will support County wide efforts to encourage early voting.
For further information about transportation options in Orange County, contact Alison Smith at 919-717-1853. |
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AGING TRANSITIONS SERVICES
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Caregiver SupportsSupport groups, educational programs, Memory Café, and Care Partner Collaborative have all gone online and most participants have been quick to adopt this new way to gather and stay connected. See below for upcoming programs or flyer for all Fall 2020 Caregiver Programming.
For more caregiver resources, sign up for the monthly Community News for Caregivers e-newsletter.
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Caring for Ourselves – Support GroupAre you feeling worried, lonely and in-need of a safe space to explore your feelings? Our support group will include education and tips that can be used to manage feelings of stress and anxiety while promoting self-care. Group meetings offered virtually through GoToMeeting.
Date: 1st and 3rd Mondays of each month
Time: 2:30-3:30 pm
Join: Contact Tiffany Summers, LCSWA 2 days in advance to receive a program eligibility screening and instructions on how to join - 919-245-4277.
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Activity Engagement CoachingAs we all continue to spend a lot of time at home due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it can be challenging to find ways to keep loved ones with dementia engaged throughout the day.
For caregivers connected to our various dementia support programs, we are now offering one-on-one consultations (via phone or GoToMeeting) where we can brainstorm together with you to identify enjoyable activities that are - Person-centered, i.e. tailored to your loved one’s current and past interests, likes, & preferences
- Meaningful
- Appropriately modified to current level of cognitive ability, thereby reducing frustration and stress
If interested, please contact Lisa Meinert (919-245-4251), certified Dementia Care Partner and Activity Professional or Marie Dagger, OTR/L (919-245-4279).
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Aging Helpline Talk to trained staff about any aging-related issue. You may also email Aging Services. We try to find answers to your age-related questions and link you to the services that you need. Helpline hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Chinese & Spanish Language Helpline
Call 919-245-4275 to speak to our staff in Mandarin.
Call 919-245-4245 to leave a message in Spanish.
Aging Transitions, Senior Center programming and Volunteer Connect 55+ staff are available to meet individually by appointment, by phone or email. For more information call the Passmore Center at 919-245-2015, Seymour Center at 919-968-2070, or the Aging Helpline at 919-968-2087.
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Fit SeniorsCheck out our at-home exercise options offered by OCDOA Wellness Program instructors and staff to help keep you fit and healthy. Visit Fit Seniors to connect with LIVE classes from Dianne, Judy, and Vicki, or pre-recorded videos from Charron, Salli, and Kevin!
Watch for more options in the future and get started today!
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Grocery Delivery ServiceIf you are in need of grocery delivery, or if you know an older adult who would benefit from this service, Volunteer Connect 55+ is now offering this resource. To register for this program, complete the online request form or contact the Aging Helpline at 919-968-2087.
This service is being offered to Orange County residents age 60 and over. Ordering requirements apply.
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 Mike Komives
Employment Specialist
Orange Co. Dept. on Aging
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Employment Services for Mature Job Seekers and EntrepreneursSearching for a job? In today's uncertain and challenging economy, your resumes and cover letters need to be compelling, concise and present valid reasons why you should be considered. To accomplish these, Mike Komives can help you. Networking in this environment is critically important to your success. Networking is credited with 65-to-85% of job landings. Want to know more about effective networking? Mike can help. Want to learn about job seeker groups that can connect you with people you want and need to meet? Mike can help. Interviewing today is different than before the pandemic struck. Telephone and virtual interviewing – on Zoom, WebEx, GoToMeeting, and other applications, are now used even multiple times before a face-to-face meeting takes place. Want some suggestions and practical thoughts on these? Mike can help. I'm Mike Komives, Employment Specialist for Orange County Department On Aging. Contact me by phone: 919-616-8778, or email: skomives@orangecountync.gov And, watch for schedule information about Being Better than Before. This FREE webinar series for mature workers features presentations and discussions by Carl Nordgren, Mark Tully, Heidi Hackney and Mike Komives. Dates and times of the next Webinar schedule of the four classes will appear in upcoming Endless Possibilities newsletters. Call 919-968-2070 to register.
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COVID-19 Volunteer OpportunitiesWould you like to share your skills and gifts with older adults in Orange County? Leaders from Orange County’s Department on Aging and UNC’s Partnerships in Aging are creating a list to match volunteers with the needs and changing circumstances of individuals and organizations that serve older adults.
To volunteer, please add your name to the COVID-19 Volunteer list.
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For more information about ways to help, please visit:
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103 Meadowlands Dr. (PO Box 8181)
Hillsborough, NC 27278
Phone: 919-245-2015
Currently Closed to the Public
Typical Hours:
Monday - Thursday, 8 am - 8 pm
Fridays, 8 am - 5 pm
Saturdays, 9 am - 11 am |
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2551 Homestead Road
Chapel Hill, NC 27516
Phone:919-968-2070
Currently Closed to the Public
Typical Hours:
Monday - Thursday, 8 am - 9 pm
Fridays, 8 am - 5 pm
Saturdays, 8:30 am - 5:30 pm |
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