Cholesterol and Glucose Screening 

Come have your glucose and cholesterol levels screened at this free clinic offered by the nursing staff from Fit Feet. Sponsored by the Orange County Health Department.

SEYMOUR CENTER:
Date: Tue, Sep 13; Time: 10- 12 noon
Phone: 919-968-2070;  Code: 324240-03
Register by: Fri, Sep 9; Fee: Free 

PASSMORE CENTER:
Date: Tue, Sep 27; Time: 10 am – 12 noon; 
Phone: 919-245-2015; Code: 222500-03;
Register by: Tue, Sep 20; Fee: FREE

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

Living Long HIV/AIDS and Aging

People aging with HIV/AIDS share many of the same health concerns as the general population aged 50 and older. The concerns of dealing with chronic  diseases, multiple medications, changes in physical & cognitive abilities place greater importance on healthy living as we age.

Join our distinguished panelists as we discuss what an aging well journey looks like and how to maximize a healthy lifestyle.

Date: Wed, Sep 21; Time: 5:30 – 7pm; Fee: Free
Location: Passmore Center + Virtual (Hybrid Program)
Register for In-person Option:
Call the Passmore Center at 919-245-2015 by Wed, Sep 21
Register for the Virtual Option:
Click the link provided here:  www.orangecountync.gov/LivingLong

A Taste of Venezuela: Arepas     

National Hispanic Heritage Month is Sep 15 - Oct 15. To celebrate, join Aurora for our second international cooking demo, and learn how to make Venezuelan arepas. Arepas are made from precooked/ground cornmeal, salt, and water and can be filled with anything.

Date: Fri, Sep 23; Time: 3 pm
Location: Passmore; Phone: 919-245-2015
Code: 244085-01; Register by: Fri, Sep 16; Fee: $2.00

Future Life Goals

At this event, participants will create a vision board. This board is a visual representation of how someone might see him/herself in the next few years.  This event is a great way to connect with your crafty side while socializing with others.  The event will be led by Sauleah Wilkinson, Recreational Therapy Intern, OCDoA Wellness Program.

Date: Wed, Oct 12; Time: 9:30 - 11 am
Location: Seymour; Phone: 919-968-2070
Code: 331784-01; Register by: Wed, Oct 5; Cost: free

Orange County Customer Survey

Orange County is currently undertaking a Facilities Master Plan to plan for our future. The study will examine our existing buildings and customer service spaces. To better prepare the Facilities Plan, we’d like to hear from you, our customers, to understand your perceptions of our current customer spaces and your ‘ in-person’ experiences. Your input will help us prepare improved customer facilities and spaces.

Want to complete this survey online and prevent your writing hand from getting a cramp? Scan the QR code above with your smartphone to complete online.

To download a paper copy of the survey in English here. Please return the survey to any Orange County customer service counter by September 30th.  If completing online, your work is done.

Stay Healthy with Medicare’s
Free Preventive Services

Medicare Part B and Medicare Advantage Plans all cover a large number of preventive services with no co-pays or deductibles. 

These include:

• Annual Wellness Visit (Note: this is not a full Annual Physical Exam but instead is designed to check your health status and identify important tests or services that are important for maintaining your health)
• Bone Mass Measurement
• Screening Mammogram
• Screening Colonoscopy
• Cardiovascular Screening
• Immunizations – Flu, Covid 19, Pneumococcal, Hepatitis B
• And More. 

Check out the complete list.  

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.

Job Seekers, Know Your Worth

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

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.