Calendar of Events

This introductory course aims to educate individuals on the most common mental health diagnoses among the aging population, along with treatment options to help overcome stigma. Variations between mental health and illness will be considered. This is a free in-person event facilitated by the Vaya Health GERO Team. CEU’s are provided through NC Department of […]

This introductory course aims to educate individuals on the most common mental healthdiagnoses among the aging population, along with treatment options to help overcome stigma.Variations between mental health and illness will be considered. This is a free in-person event facilitated by the Vaya Health GERO Team. CEU’s are provided through NC Department of Health and […]

This introductory course aims to educate individuals on the most common mental health diagnoses among the aging population, along with treatment options to help overcome stigma. Variations between mental health and illness will be considered. This is a free in-person event facilitated by the Vaya Health GERO Team. CEU’s are provided through NC Department of […]

This introductory course aims to educate individuals on the most common mental health diagnoses among the aging population, along with treatment options to help overcome stigma. Variations between mental health and illness will be considered. This is a free in-person event facilitated by the Vaya Health GERO Team. CEU’s are provided through NC Department of […]

This is a free in-person event at Mitchell County Library, facilitated by the Vaya Health Geriatric Team. Contact Hours are provided through NC Department of Health and Human Services. This course covers a variety of complementary treatments for overall mental health that can support managing everyday stressors and improving wellness. These treatments can create opportunities […]

This is a free in-person event at Haywood County Public Library: Canton Branch, facilitated by the Vaya Health Geriatric Team. Contact Hours are provided through NC Department of Health and Human Services. This course covers a variety of complementary treatments for overall mental health that can support managing everyday stressors and improving wellness. These treatments […]

Have you ever had a secret you were too embarrassed to share? Those who hoard may not disclosesymptoms due to potential embarrassment, judgment, and ridicule. This presentation will explorecauses, symptoms, treatment, and care methods for those managing this condition. The focus ison the aging population. This is a free in-person event facilitated by the Vaya […]

This is a free in-person event at Macon County Public Library, facilitated by the Vaya Health Geriatric Team. Contact Hours are provided through NC Department of Health and Human Services. An individual can experience a crisis suddenly and without warning, especially when symptoms of a mental illness are involved. As a caregiver or responder, possessing […]

This introductory course aims to educate individuals on the most common mental healthdiagnoses among the aging population, along with treatment options to help overcome stigma.Variations between mental health and illness will be considered. This is a free in-person event facilitated by the Vaya Health GERO Team. CEU’s are provided through NC Department of Health and […]

This is a free in-person event at Mars Hill Public Library, facilitated by the Vaya Health GERO team. Contact Hours are provided through NC Department of Health and Human Services. An individual can experience a crisis suddenly and without warning, especially when symptoms of a mental illness are involved. As a caregiver or responder, possessing […]

Having extreme mood changes can have a significant impact on a person’s ability to functionin life. This cycle is difficult to stabilize without proper treatment. This course looks at the causes,symptoms, and current treatment options for the older adult. This is a free in-person event facilitated by the Vaya Health GERO Team. CEU’s are provided […]

This is a free in-person event at Jackson County Senior Center, facilitated by the Vaya Health Geriatric Team. Contact Hours are provided through NC Department of Health and Human Services. This course covers a variety of complementary treatments for overall mental health that can support managing everyday stressors and improving wellness. These treatments can create […]

Question, Persuade, Refer is an emergency response to someone in crisis. In this training, you’ll learn: How to ask the right questions about suicide. How to persuade a person to get help. How to refer an individual to the right resource. Microsoft Teams link will be emailed to you a few days prior to the […]

This introductory course aims to educate individuals on the most common mental health diagnoses among the aging population, along with treatment options to help overcome stigma. Variations between mental health and illness will be considered. This is a free in-person event facilitated by the Vaya Health GERO Team. CEU’s are provided through NC Department of […]

This introductory course aims to educate individuals on the most common mental healthdiagnoses among the aging population, along with treatment options to help overcome stigma.Variations between mental health and illness will be considered. This is a free in-person event facilitated by the Vaya Health GERO Team. CEU’s are provided through NC Department of Health and […]

Participants will receive an overview of NC Innovations and the Registry of Unmet Needs. Participants will learn the steps to apply for the Registry of Unmet Needs as well as become familiar with some available services under NC Innovations.  This training is for community stakeholders. Trainers: Jessica Edwards and Samantha Parrow Approximately one week prior to […]

This introductory course aims to educate individuals on the most common mental healthdiagnoses among the aging population, along with treatment options to help overcome stigma.Variations between mental health and illness will be considered. This is a free in-person event facilitated by the Vaya Health GERO Team. CEU’s are provided through NC Department of Health and […]

This is a free in-person event at Graham County Public Library, facilitated by the Vaya Health Geriatric Team. Contact Hours are provided through NC Department of Health and Human Services. A growing number of individuals report experiencing anxiety symptoms in recent years. This course examines anxiety as it disproportionately affects the aging population. Traditional and […]

This is a free in-person event at Jackson County Public Library, facilitated by the Vaya Health Geriatric Team. Contact Hours 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 […]