Caregiver Support Groups 

Support groups are a space to meet with other caregivers to share experiences, learn new skills, and get answers to questions about dementia and other long-term disabilities. We have resumed in-person meetings and have added a new Zoom only group.  

• Chapel Hill Support Group
  • Contact Kendall Kopchick to join - kkopchick@orangecountync.gov or 919-245-4278.
  • Friday, August 26 at 10:30 am at Seymour
• Hillsborough Support Group
  • Contact Keisha Andrew to join - kandrews@orangecountync.gov or 919-245-2022.
  • Thursday, September 8 at 1 pm at Passmore
• Zoom Only Support Group
  • Contact Kim Lamon-Loperfido to join - kloperfido@orangecountync.gov or 919-245-4253.
  • Tuesday, September 6 at 12:30 pm at via Zoom

You Can't Hold Back the Spring 

Seymour documentary. Who inspired legendary Coach Dean Smith to recruit UNC's first African-American basketball player? Who helped admit the first African-American to a NC Baptist college? Who was a guide to renowned leaders like Rev. James Forbes, Congressman David Price, and Senator Howard Lee? Who founded the Chapel Hill senior center? Robert Seymour, that's who!

Please come enjoy the documentary “You Can’t Hold Back the Spring," by Ayla Volpe, who started out as Rev. Seymour's dog walker.

TWO SCREENING EVENTS:

Date: Fri, Sep 9; Time: 9 – 11:30 am; Location: Seymour
Phone: 919-968-2070; Code: 343359-01; Register by: Fri, Sep 2; Fee: FREE
Enjoy breakfast pastries, fruit, and coffee before the documentary begins.

Date: Sat, Sep 10; Time: 1 – 3 pm; Location: Seymour
Phone: 919-968-2070; Code: 343359-02; Register by: Sat, Sep 3; Fee: FREE
For this special showing, enjoy delicious popcorn and snacks during the documentary.

Peace Education Program (PEP)

This 10-week program features short videos and participant discussion exploring inner resources for living.

Day, Time & Dates: Thursdays from 1:15 PM to 2:15 PM

• September 15   Peace    
• September 22   Understanding
• September 29   Appreciation
• October 6          Dignity
• October 13        Inner Strength
• October 20        Choice
• October 27        Self Awareness     
• November 3      Hope
• November 10    Clarity
• November 17    Contentment

Location: Passmore Center
Registration: Not Required. For information, call 919-245-2015.    
        
The PEP program, developed by The Prem Rawat Foundation, freely offered in over 80 countries by local volunteers, is not affiliated with any political view, religion, ideology, or philosophy. 

Singer - Songwriter Paula Snyder & Dinner

Singer-songwriters of the late 1960s to mid-1970s pulled us into their personal experiences through relatable blends of lyric and melody. Come reminisce with Paula C Snyder as she performs music of artists like Carole King, James Taylor, Cat Stevens, and more! Can you dig it? Min: 20 / Max: 40

Date: Tue, Sep 20; Time: 4:30 – 6:30 pm
Location: Passmore; Phone: 919-245-2015;
Code: 243059-01; Register by: Tue, Sep 13; Fee: $3.00

Consumer Alert from the Federal Trade Commission 

Free COVID Test Scam Targets People on Medicare

By Gema de las Heras

Scammers have been targeting Medicare recipients with a fake offer to get “free COVID tests.” They’re calling and running websites, online and television ads to try to convince people to give their Medicare information. But if you give them your information, they’ll bill fraudulent charges to Medicare. Read more >

Affordable Connectivity Program

The Affordable Connectivity Program is a Federal Communications Commission program that helps connect families and households struggling to afford internet service.  Eligible households can enroll through a participating broadband provider or directly with the Universal Service Administrative Company (USAC) using an online or mail in application. You can learn more about the benefit, including eligibility and enrollment information, by visiting www.fcc.gov/ACP, or by calling 877-384-2575.

Emergency Housing Assistance (EHA)

The EHA was created to help Orange County residents with low incomes prevent eviction and homelessness and secure and maintain stable housing. Assistance is available to households  in Orange County that:

1. Earn no more than 30% of the area median income 
2. Have an urgent need for housing assistance that is related to the COVID-19 pandemic, and 
3. Do not have adequate resources to cover the cost of their housing need.

Rent, mortgage and utility payments, security deposits, application fees and other emergency housing-related expenses are eligible for reimbursement.

To learn more or to apply, call the Orange County Housing Helpline at 919-245-2655 or visit Emergency Housing Assistance (EHA) Program

The program is funded by Orange County and the Towns of Chapel Hill, Carrboro, and Hillsborough, along with state and federal funding.

Financial Assistance for Housing Payments

The NC Homeowner Financial Assistance Fund is now accepting applications from North Carolina homeowners whose finances were impacted by the pandemic and who need assistance with housing-related expenses.

Homeowners can learn more and apply for help by calling 1-855-MY-NCHAF (1-855-696-2423) or by visiting NCHomeownerAssistance.gov.

Low Income Household
Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP)

 LIHWAP is a temporary emergency program that will help eligible households and families afford water and wastewater services, providing a one-time payment for eligible low-income households paid directly to the utility company. LIHWAP runs through September 2023 or until the funds are exhausted. Apply online at www.epass.nc.gov or call/visit your local County Department of Social Services. Learn more download the LIHWAP flier.

Senior Center Fee Payment and Financial Assistance

The Orange County Senior Centers strive to be accessible and welcoming to all seniors.  If you want to participate in senior center fee-based activities and are unable, or unwilling, to pay a required fee, you may still participate.

Furthermore, a selection of free activities and programs are available to seniors age 55 and over. Read more.

Looking for a Job?

• Seymour Center In-Person Workshop or Virtual Zoom Option
  Date: Fri, Sept. 2, Oct. 7, Nov. 4 and Dec. 2
  Time: 10 – 11:30 am
  To Register, call 919-968-2070. Request the Zoom link if registering for the virtual option
• Passmore Center Workshop or Virtual Zoom Option
  Date: Wed, Sept. 7, Oct. 5, Nov. 2, and Dec. 7
  Time: 10 – 11:30 am
  To Register: call 919-245-2015. Request the Zoom link if registering for the virtual option. 

Mike Komives, MBA
Employment Specialist
Orange County Department on Aging
2551 Homestead Road  I  Chapel Hill, NC 27516
919.616.8778 | www.orangecountync.gov/aging