Calendar of Events

This is a free in-person event at Haywood County Public Library, facilitated by the Vaya Health Geriatric Team. CEU’s are provided through NC Department of Health and Human Services. Receiving a chronic illness diagnosis can produce a range of emotional responses. In this training, we will explore the physical and mental impact of these conditions. […]

This two-day, 12-hour workshop will be held in person at the Crossnore Communities for Children campus located at: 100 DAR Drive, Crossnore NC 28616, near their main entrance. The workshop introduces the principles and use of person-centered thinking. Vaya trainers will review and discuss the origins, research, and values of person-centered thinking. Attendees must participate […]

This is a free in-person event at Transylvania County Library, facilitated by the Vaya Health GERO team. CEU’s are provided through NC Department of Health and Human Services. Communication is the string that ties us all together. If that string isn’t strong enough or is broken, relationships tend to unravel. Effective communication cultivates strong relationships […]

This is a free in-person event at Mars Hill Public Library, facilitated by the Vaya Health GERO team. CEU’s are provided through NC Department of Health and Human Services. Depression is common in older adults and often overlooked or misdiagnosed. This course explores risk factors, symptoms, and treatment options. Care providers receive tips on how […]

This Walk/Run helps to amplify the need for connecting, to end the stigma around seeking help, and to normalize conversations about mental health. Additionally, this festive and family-friendly event raises awareness of the mental health resources available in our community.

This program is designed to help older drivers find out how well they currently fit their personal vehicle, to highlight actions they can take to improve their fit, and to promote conversations about driver safety and community mobility. A proper fit in one’s personal vehicle can greatly increase not only the driver’s safety but also […]