Senior Centers are Fully Open!

Both senior centers are fully open to all activities and pre-pandemic operations. In addition, we will continue to offer programs in a hybrid (in-person/virtual) format.

We will offer a dual program lunch with meals being served curb-side or indoor dining.

Remember: Registration is required to participate in the lunch program

• Download, complete, and return the Lunch Program Registration (PDF) to the front desk at the senior center where you prefer to have lunch

6 Week Walking Challenge

For the challenge, the goal will be to exercise for at least 20 minutes a day. This can be walking, but it also can include any favorite form of exercise in or outside of the home!

Date: Mar 7, 2022 - Apr 18, 2022
Time: During your free time
Fee: FREE
Registration open, email: ocdoawellness@gmail.com

Dementia – Let's Talk About It

Brain Health Academy:
Achieving a Healthy Lifestyle

The Orange County Department on Aging is proud to present the Brain Health Academy, a six-week educational program on achieving a healthy lifestyle and overall brain health.

The Academy will take place virtually and in-person at the Passmore Center. Light refreshments available at the end of each presentation for in-person attendees.

Join us and take charge of your brain health!

Time:  6 - 8 pm
Dates and Topics: 

Wed, Mar 16: Module I - Nutrition for a Healthy Brain & Body
Wed, Mar 23: Module II - Exercise Your Best Brain
Wed, Mar 30: Module III - Managing Life’s Transitions through Mindfulness
Wed, Apr 6: Module IV - Social Engagement/Maximizing Cognition with Novel Learning
Wed, Apr 13: Module V - Part A - Healthy Hearing & Cognition
Wed, Apr 20: Module V - Part B - Brain Connection and Medication Management
 
Location: Passmore Center Hybrid (in-person and virtual options)
Activity #243043
Register by:  Mar 2, call the Passmore Center, 919-245- 2015
Fee: FREE
 
Register in advance for the in-person option at 919-245-2015, for the virtual option here.

Download the Brain Health Academy flier for full program details.

Rise Women

In recognition of Women's History month, enjoy a fabulous performance by Shamea Truitt, sharing the 2022 theme, Providing Healing and Promoting Hope that will uplift and inspire women of all walks and roles in life. Be it a caregiver, first responder, best friend, mother and more, women let's continue to rise together, no matter the challenge.

Date: Sat, Mar 19; Time: 3- 4 pm
Location: Seymour; Phone: 919-968-2070
Activity #323780-01; Register by: Sat, Mar 12; Fee: FREE

A Very British Love Story

The course will cover the dramatic relationship of Edward VIII and American, Wallis Simpson, focusing on their courtship and its impact on the royal family. Including, the abdication and its impact on Britain, their wedding, the scandal during the Second World War, and their post-war life in Paris until her death in 1986. Lecture lead by Andrew O'Brien. Min: 15/Max: 30

Date: Tue, Mar 22; Time: 10 am
Location: Virtual; Phone: 919-245-2015
Activity #244081-01; Register by: Tue, Mar 15; Fee: FREE

Hillsborough Police K9 Unit

Master Officer Scott Foster with the Hillsborough Police Department will discuss the important role of the K9 Unit. A demonstration will take place showing the team work between the police officer and the police dog. Min: 15/Max: 30

Date: Tue, Mar 29; Time: 3 pm
Location: Passmore; Phone: 919-245-2015
Activity #223068-01; Register by: Tue, Mar 15
Fee: FREE

March is Senior Center Evaluation Month

Help Us Help You by Completing a Survey!

Did you know that it’s very important to give your feedback on our senior centers’ programs, courses and classes?  Feedback on our activities helps the staff develop better programs, and meets funding requirements.  The surveys also show the impact our senior center programs have on participants’ lives, which may influence future funding. 

To get feedback on all our program areas, we will collect the Senior Center Surveys during March for all our ongoing classes and programs, as well as during classes with a beginning and ending date, all year.  If you are taking a virtual class one will either be emailed or mailed to you. If we fail to give you one, please ask for one by calling the front desk at other center. Visit Senior Center & Program Evaluations to take the surveys online. 

If you completed a survey in September 2021 or since then, it’s time to complete another one and please remember to include your initials, the date you complete and your birthdate…this helps us to properly track the info. for data analysis. 

50% of all jobs are not posted.
How do I find them?

More than 50% of all jobs are not posted. Many employers rely on their employees to recommend candidates. How can you use this information in your job search?

1. You ask people for help in your job search because they know people you don’t. All you should expect them to do for you is to introduce, connect, refer, or give you names of people they know.
2. When asking other people for job search help, many job seekers use a resume to inform them. Resumes have to be translated or interpreted. This takes time. Many people will say they don’t have time. And using your resume also raises questions, like “who do you want to meet?” or, “what kind of job are you looking for?” or, “do you have a target list?” or, “what’s the title of the person you want to meet?”
3. Here’s a better way...

Read the full article here.  

Aging Transitions Services

Talk to trained staff about any aging-related issue. Call the Aging Helpline at 919-968-2087 or 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, 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.

Caregiver Supports

Support groups, educational programs, Memory Café, and Care Partner Collaborative; gather and stay connected with us online or in-person, depending on the program.  For upcoming programs download our Current Caregiver Programming flyer.  For more caregiver resources, sign up for the monthly Community News for Caregivers e-newsletter.

In Need of Incontinence Supplies?

Thanks to generous donations, the Department on Aging has a supply of incontinence supplies including: Bed pads, pull up briefs, adult diapers, wipes, and adult booster pads. If you are in need of any of these supplies, we may be able to provide you with up to one pack per month (depending on availability of the items requested). Contact the Aging Helpline (919-968-2087 or agingtransitions@orangecountync.gov) to request supplies.

Technology Classes: Available Through the  Seymour Tech Center

Seymour Tech offers FREE classes for older adults around personal computer, tablet, and smart phone use. See the full list of upcoming programs here and contact Mike Gilliom with questions.

Would you like to share your skills and gifts with older adults in Orange County?  To volunteer, please contact Orange County Department on Aging's Volunteer Connect 55+ (VC 55+) Volunteer Coordinator, Alison Smith by phone at 919-245-4241 or email alsmith@orangecountync.gov. 

For more information about ways to help during COVID, please visit:

• Orange County Health Department - How I Can Help

• UNC Health- Ways you can help

• Duke Health - How you can help during COVID-19