The Importance of Being Socially Engaged and Active
Aging and life-course changes can result in social isolation and loneliness, now recognized as significant public health issues due to the negative effect on health and quality of life among
Aging and life-course changes can result in social isolation and loneliness, now recognized as significant public health issues due to the negative effect on health and quality of life among
Every adult needs proper and adequate nutrition. As we age, nutrition becomes even more important for health, functionality, and the ability to age in place and remain in the community.
Many older adults depend on federally- and state-funded Medicaid services for their primary medical and hospitalization insurance coverage. Medicare is a separate program from other federally- and/or state-funded programs with
This ACAP program will help participants understand the relationship between aging, mobility, balance, physical activity, and falls. Learn strategies for assessing a loved one’s personal and environmental risk factors for
Please note our new program location and date! Doors Open at 5pm • Program Starts at 5:30pm According to the Alzheimer’s Association, Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia now
For most adults, driving a car means independence. Changes in physical functioning and cognition may make driving unsafe, and gradual changes may be imperceptible to the aging driver. This program
This program will provide adult-children with practical tips and tools to use for gathering information when visiting aging parents, along with strategies for holding conversations with siblings and other family members about needs and services. In addition, this program addresses practical guidance for hands-on caregiving and when to get additional help.
Technological advances have changed the way we transact business. Although very helpful if used correctly, advanced technology also provides scammers and spammers a prime opportunity to take advantage of everyone, particularly older adults.
Talking with aging parents about their legal and financial issues, driving, and independent living can be challenging for many adult children. Learn techniques for preparing for and holding those difficult conversations.
Information, resources, support and community for adult-children as they care for their aging parents and for themselves.
ACAPcommunity
PO Box 8278
Morganton, NC 28680
Tel: (877) 599-ACAP (2227)
Email: info@ACAPcommunity.org