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Topics in this EditionUpcoming ProgramsAnnouncementsResources & ServicesVolunteer OpportunitiesContact Us
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Gift Donations Needed at the Senior Centers"Grandfamilies” are families in which grandparents are raising their grandchildren. The Intergenerational Senior Resource Team would like to honor these special families with a gift this holiday season. Giving trees will be located at both senior centers for you to drop off your unwrapped gifts for a grandchild, grandparent or both no later than Thu, Dec 15. Gifts not to exceed $20.
We are asking for donations of:
Gas gift cars
Grocery gift cards
Household necessities
Children's holiday gifts
Games
Winter clothing
See flyer for more info.
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A Tribute to Irving Berlin and His Music!The Prime Time Players (PTP) present Tribute to Irving Berlin and His Music. The Prime Time Players are a musical theatre troupe of seasoned singers, musicians, actors and dancers ages 55+. Prime Time Players has been entertaining Orange County audiences with their talent, wit and wisdom since 2004. Date: Thu, Dec 1 & Sat, Dec 3; Time: 2 pm; Location: Seymour Center Donations of $7 would be greatly appreciated at the door. For more information contact the Seymour Center at 919-968-2070.
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Support GroupsSupport 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. Note we have shifted some of our meetings due to the holidays. Chapel Hill Support GroupContact Kendall Kopchick to join - kkopchick@orangecountync.gov or 919-245-4278. *1st & 3rd Fridays: Dec 2 & 16: Time:10:30 am; Location: Seymour *Shifted from our usual 2 nd and 4 th Fridays to avoid holiday conflicts. Zoom Only Support GroupContact the Aging Helpline to join - agingtransitions@orangecountync.gov or 919-968-2087. 1st & 3rd Tuesdays: Ded 6 & 20; Time: 12:30 pm; Location: via Zoom
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Fun and Functional Rope BowlsRope coil bowls are fun and meditative to make. They are super sturdy and can be made in any shape or size. Small bowls for little knick-knacks, taller styles for pens and marker or just a flat coil as a decorative heat pad. Perfect homemade holiday gift!
Date: Thu, Dec 8; Time: 1 - 3 pm
Location: Seymour; Phone: 919-968-2070
Activity Code: 314118-01;
Register by: Thu, Dec 1; Fee: $5.00
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TED Talks at SeymourThe likability dilemma for women leaders; When women lead, bias often follows. Join us to watch and discuss documentarian Robin Hauser as she dives into the dilemma between competence and likability faced by women in leadership roles.
Date: Tue, Dec 13; Time: 1 - 2 pm
Location: Seymour; Phone: 919-968-2070
Activity Code: 353020-29; Register by: Tue, Dec 6; Fee: FREE
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Orange County to Host Series of
Road to Zero Waste Plan Public MeetingsOrange County Solid Waste invites the community to share feedback at four public meeting. These meetings are taking place in conjunction with the development of a Solid Waste Master Plan to reach Zero Waste by 2045. Public meetings are set to take place as follows: - Dec. 5 at 10 a.m. – Bonnie B. Davis Environment & Agricultural Center Combined Rooms 102 and 104
- Address: 1020 US-70, Hillsborough, NC 27278
- Dec. 5 at 7 p.m. – Carrboro Town Hall, Town Council Meeting Room (Burmese & Spanish Translators Present)
- Address: 301 W. Main Street, Carrboro, NC 27510
If you are unable to attend the public meetings, share your input by taking the survey which takes about 10 minutes to complete and will be open until Dec. 7. To take the survey, visit www.orangecountync.gov/ZeroWaste. The results of the surveys will inform the Road to Zero Waste Plan and be presented to Orange County's Solid Waste Advisory Group. The survey is available in English, Spanish, Burmese and Chinese. For more information, read the full news release here. |
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Affordable Connectivity ProgramThe 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.
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Aging Transitions ServicesTalk 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 919-245-2010 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 SupportsSupport 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.
Do You Need Help Finding Transportation?
The Transportation Specialist provides information on transportation, travel training, the volunteer driver program, and advocacy.
Call the Transportation Help Line: 919-717-1853 (Mon – Fri, 9 am – 5 pm).
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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: - Earn no more than 30% of the area median income
- Have an urgent need for housing assistance that is related to the COVID-19 pandemic, and
- 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.
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Financial Assistance for Housing PaymentsThe 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.
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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.
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Looking for a Job? We Can Help You Succeed!
Looking for a job today is challenging. You need to know what employers, hiring managers and human resource professionals are seeking in candidates.
We can help you succeed. We'll help you to develop a job search plan, compelling resume and cover letter. We'll show you how to network effectively, give you information about job seeker groups, guide you on how to answer interview questions including salary, and more. Enclosed is a list of job search subjects that we discuss in our Job Search Workshops as well as in individual meetings.
If you have questions or want more information, contact Mike Komives, by phone or text at 919-616-8778, or email: skomives@orangecountync.gov
Learn more at: www.orangecountync.gov/MatureJobSeekers
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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.
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Senior Center Fee Payment and Financial AssistanceThe 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.
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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.
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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, Allie Burress by phone at 919-245-4241 or email aburress@orangecountync.gov.
For more information about ways to help during COVID, please visit:
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103 Meadowlands Dr. (PO Box 8181)
Hillsborough, NC 27278
Phone: 919-245-2015
Hours:
Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm
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2551 Homestead Road
Chapel Hill, NC 27516
Phone:919-968-2070
Hours:
Monday - Thursday: 8 am - 9 pm
Friday - Saturday: 8 am - 5 pm |
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