Area Agency on Aging
Direct Services
THE FAMILY CAREGIVER SUPPORT PROGRAM
The goal of the Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP) is to provide caregivers with the needed support to reduce depression, anxiety, and stress and enable them to provide care longer, thereby avoiding or delaying the need for costly institutional care. Click for more information.
Family Caregiver Resource Coordinator
Kellie Dula
828.565.1826
[email protected].
THE LONG TERM CARE OMBUDSMAN PROGRAM
The Regional Long Term Care Ombudsman works closely with Community Advisory Committees for Long Term Care to serve as a link between the local communities and the long-term health care facilities in each county. Click for more information.
Long Term Care Ombudsman
Anna Rogers
828.586.1962 ex. 223
[email protected].
SENIOR MEDICARE PATROL PROGRAM
The Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP) is a preventive educational program whose goal is to reduce Medicare error, fraud, and abuse. Click for more information.
Family Caregiver Resource Coordinator
Kellie Dula
828.565.1826
[email protected].
THE HEALTH PROMOTION PROGRAM
The Health Promotion and Disease Prevention Programs provide adults with evidence-based techniques and strategies to delay and/or manage chronic health conditions and include activities that promote: improved nutrition, emotional and social well-being, physical fitness and fall prevention to help older adults and their caregivers better manage their health. Click for more information.
Health and Community Educator Lisa Allen 828.586.1962 ex.221 [email protected]
THE LEGAL PROGRAM
The Legal Program provides vouchers to eligible seniors age 60 and over, which are valid for the preparation of either a durable Power of Attorney or a simple Last Will & Testament. Click for more information.
Aging Programs Assistant
Pat Baker
828-586-1962, ext. 209
[email protected].
SENIOR HEALTH INSURANCE INFORMATION PROGRAM
SHIIP counsels Medicare beneficiaries and their caregivers on the following topics: Medicare, Medicare Supplements, Medicare Advantage, Medicare Part D, and Long-term Care Insurance.
*For more information about any of the services listed contact the Region A Area Agency on Aging at 828.586.1962
Contracted Services
Volunteer with us!
We are always in need of volunteers. Community members who volunteer to serve in any capacity are a critical resource. We have several volunteer opportunities:
- Community Advisory Committee for the Long- Term Care Ombudsman Program- CAC volunteers assist in promoting and protecting the rights of residents in long term care facilities. Volunteers spend time visiting facilities, engaging with residents and advocating for quality care.
- Area Agency on Aging Regional Advisory Committee- the RAC assists AAA staff by providing direction and input for programing and services for the population aged 60 and over in our region.
- Senior Tar Heel Legislators- the STHL advise and inform the NC General Assembly on issues affecting older adults. Members gain a deep knowledge of what older adults need and use that knowledge to advocate for older adults at local and state levels.
- Health Promotion Class Leaders- these volunteers help lead groups of older adults in health promotion topics. For a complete list of these classes, visit our health promotion and disease prevention tab.
Contact Lisa Allen 828.586.1962 ex. 221 if you are interested in joining us.