|
|
Topics in this EditionUpcoming ProgramsAnnouncementsResources & ServicesVolunteer OpportunitiesContact Us
|
|
|
|
|
|
Something to Talk About by Eden PhillpotsA Prime Time Players' Zoom Theater Production
Enjoy laughing at Something to Talk About by Eden Phillpots. The Sydneys are a religious family in England who present a pleasant representation of the temperament of modern people who sometimes even enjoy an alarming incident such as a burglary on Christmas eve.
Watch Something to Talk About on the Prime Time Players' YouTube Channel. If you are not already a subscriber, be sure to subscribe so that you can see all 25 of their productions.
Dementia – Let's Talk About It
Join OCDoA’s dementia care specialists for an ONLINE conversation around topics related to dementia education, living with cognitive change, and being a dementia caregiver. We will provide 15-30 minutes of education at the start of the hour, and the remaining time will be spent in conversation, Q&A, and resource sharing around the day’s topic. You may register for one or multiple sessions.
Topic: Self-Awareness and Dementia
Date: Tue, Jan 18 Time: 10:15 am Fee: FREE Location: Online
Contact: Aging Helpline (919-968-2087) for more information and registration.
Caregiver Education Series:
Choosing a Long Term Care Facility
Skilled Nursing, Assisted Living and Memory Care facilities come in all shapes, and sizes. With so many options, there are a lot of choices to make. Long Term Care Ombudsman, Autumn Cox, will share the key things to look for when choosing a long-term care facility for a loved one. Contact Kendall (919-245-4278) for more information. Date: Mon, Jan 24 Time: 1:30 - 2:30 pm Fee: FREE Location: VirtualRegistration: Register in advance here
|
|
|
|
|
|
Holocaust Remembrance: Abe's Story
Our guest speaker, Steve Goldberg, has a law degree from Georgetown Law School and has taught high school history for over two decades. When Holocaust survivor Abe Piasek (1928-2020) came to speak at Steve's school, Steve was so taken by Abe's story that he is taking time away from the classroom for a few years to tell Abe's story. Abe's powerful story of survival during the Holocaust went untold for nearly 50 years and lives on through interviews Steve conducted with him, along with video clips of Abe's various speeches. Virtual attendees will be provided the zoom link after registration. Min: 15/ Max: 25
Date: Wed, Jan 26 Time: 2 pm Location: Passmore Hybrid
Activity # 223035-01; 02 Register by: Wed, Jan 19 Fee: FREE
Black History Month Movie Series
Join us as we celebrate Black History Month with inspirational movies each week in February. Feb 2 - Just Mercy; Feb 9 - Harriet; Feb 16 – Hidden Figures; Feb 23 - Red Tails. Min: 5/Max: 25
Date: Wed, Feb 2 – 23 Time: 2 pm Location: Passmore
Activity # 213063-01, 02, 03, 04 Register by: Wed, Jan 26; Feb 2, 9, 16 Fee: FREE
Celebrating Black History Month
PART 1: To kick off Black History Month join us for a screening of the Freedom Riders Documentary. The film is based in part on the book Freedom Riders: 1961 and the Struggle for Racial Justice by historian Raymond Arsenault. Co-sponsored by Chapel Hill Parks & Recreation. Min: 10/ Max: 24
Date: Fri, Feb 4 Time: 2 pm Location: Seymour
Activity # 313077-03 Register by: Fri, Jan 28 Fee: FREE
PART 2: Join us for our next celebration of Black History Month with the talented, world renowned storyteller, Tyris Jones. Tyris will take the audience on a storytelling journey using African Tales, Folktales, Tall Tales and Just His Tales (original stories written by the teller). Co-sponsored by Chapel Hill Parks & Recreation. Min: 15/ Max: 23
Date: Fri, Feb 11 Time: 2 pm Location: Seymour Hybrid
Activity # 313077-04 Register by: Fri, Feb 4 Fee: FREE
PART 3: Join us for the finale of our Black History Month Series. Get ready for energy-packed rhythms during this traditional Congolese drum performance led by Pline Mounzeo, a professional musician from Brazzaville, who has toured in Africa, Europe and the U.S. Accompanied by Ken Wilson from Orange County who has played for over 40 years. Co-sponsored by Chapel Hill Parks & Recreation. Min: 15/ Max: 21
Date: Fri, Feb 18 Time: 2 pm Location: Seymour Hybrid
Activity # 313077-05 Register by: Fri, Feb 11 Fee: FREE
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Standing Guard: Protect Your Assets
Shares strategies designed to help guard valuable assets and protect pre- and post-retirement income. Discusses impact of longevity, withdrawal strategies, anticipating rising costs, reviewing insurance/LTC protection, and healthcare cost concerns. Min: 3/Max: 10. Instructor: Tom Struckmeyer, CFP®, AAMS®, Financial Advisor, Edward Jones
Date: Mon, Feb 7 Time: 2 pm Location: Passmore
Activity # 224013-01 Register by: Mon, Jan 31 Fee: FREE
OC Dept. on Aging & UNC Philosophy
The Philosophy Department at UNC is offering a new Intergenerational Philosophy program! Join UNC undergraduates and fellow community members as we read, learn, and discuss life’s most pressing questions. At its core, philosophy is about asking questions and reflecting on our beliefs and values—an activity we believe is best practiced in community.
Participants may participate both in –person and via the computer. The lead faculty will be Michael Vazquez, PhD, Director of Outreach & Teaching Assistant Professor Department of Philosophy | Parr Center for Ethics at UNC - Chapel Hill. Register by contacting michael.vazquez@unc.edu or the Seymour Center front desk, 919-968 - 2070.
Min. 8/Max 16
Date: Tues & Thu, Feb 8 - Apr 28 Time: 2 – 3:15 pm Fee: FREE
Location: Seymour Activity: #357011 Register by: Fri, Jan 21
Guardianship: What You Need to Know
Guardianship, conservatorship, and power of attorney. Do they have different meanings? Join us for an informational presentation by Attorney Delores Benton Evans who practiced law in Durham, N.C. before retiring in 2019. She will cover the statutes of legal guardianship in older adults and provide you additional information around the responsibilities of guardianship. Min: 5/ Max: 25. Virtual attendees will be provided the zoom link after registration.
Date: Wed, Feb 9 Time: 10:30 am Location: Passmore Hybrid
Activity # 214045-01, 02 Register by: Wed, Feb 2 Fee: FREE
|
|
|
|
|
|
Valentine’s Day Love Song and Trivia Contest
Enjoy the smooth and mellow sounds of Steve Toll as he leads us on a musical journey of love. We don’t want to ignore St. Valentine or Cupid so be sure to read up on this holiday and bring your “A” game as you compete or cheer on the competitors in our Valentine’s trivia contest. Special Valentines treats will be given after the event. Min: 15/Max: 25
Date: Thu, Feb 10 Time: 3 pm Location: Passmore Hybrid
Activity # 213006-01, 02 Register by: Thu, Feb 3 Fee: FREE
Love is in the Air: Cupid Shuffle Grab and Go
Love is still in the air! This year inside seating will be determined by COVID guidelines 2 weeks prior to event. If unable to party inside, join us in the parking lot for the electric slide. Get in the groove, and show us your best cupid shuffle move. Signature event co-sponsored with Hannah Ruth Foundation. Min: 40/ Max: 100
Date: Sat, Feb 12 Time: 4 – 6 pm Location: Seymour Outdoor
Activity # 313057-05 Register by: Sat, Feb 5 Fee: FREE
Welcome to Medicare
If you’re turning 65, you’re probably feeling overwhelmed by all the information “bombarding” you about Medicare. The Seniors’ Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP) and the Orange County Department on Aging offer FREE monthly group sessions on Medicare. Whether you're retiring soon, already retired, or continuing to work, you’ll get valuable information including how and when to enroll, Medicare’s costs and benefits, and your many options.
Date: Wed., Feb. 16 Time: 1 - 2:30 pm Location: Virtual on Zoom
To register: www.orangecountync.gov/Medicare101_feb Fee: FREE
North Carolina Bird Atlas Project
The North Carolina Bird Atlas is a state-wide community science survey that is bringing together thousands of birdwatchers to map the distribution and abundance of birds from all across The Old North State. Join a volunteer from NC Bird Atlas to learn more about this project and how you can get involved – all experience levels welcome! Max. 20 Phone number/link provided after registration.
Date: Wed, Feb 16 Time: 1:30 – 2:30 pm Location: Virtual
Activity # 313704-01 Register by: Wed, Feb 9 Fee: FREE
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
The Affordable Connectivity Program is a Federal Communications Commission program that helps connect families and households struggling to afford internet service. This new benefit provides a discount of up to $30 per month toward broadband service for eligible households and up to $75 per month for households on qualifying Tribal lands. Eligible households can also receive a one-time discount of up to $100 to purchase a laptop, desktop computer, or tablet from participating providers.
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.
Don’t Like Your Medicare Plan?
You May Be Able to Change
If you missed Medicare’s Open Enrollment Period, or if you have had second thoughts, you may still be able to change. For those with a Part C Medicare Advantage Plan, you can change to another Advantage Plan or return to Original Medicare one time between January 1 and March 31. (Aren’t sure whether you have an Advantage Plan? Check your insurance card. If it says “PPO” or “HMO” anywhere on the card, you do!)
Make an appointment to meet with a certified counselor from the NC Department of Insurance. Appointments available by Zoom video chat and in-person at the Seymour and Passmore Centers. Schedule online at www.orangecountync.gov/Medicare or call 919-245-4274.
Free Tax Prep Online Through GetYourRefund
Orange County Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) has teamed up with GetYourRefund.org/Cash4NC to help you file your taxes for free online with the help of certified VITA volunteers. Get help filing your income taxes, including filing for the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)
EITC is the largest government benefit for workers, and one of the two most effective anti-poverty programs in the United States. To receive your EITC, you must claim it on a tax return. Unfortunately, one in five eligible households aren’t claiming this benefit.
To help more families get the money they’ve earned, the nonprofit Code for America partnered with the IRS VITA program to create a free digital tax prep service called GetYourRefund.org/Cash4NC. The program is accurate and trustworthy; volunteers are IRS-certified, and each return is double-checked for accuracy. To use the service, visit GetYourRefund.org/Cash4NC.
Get Ready to File Your 2021 Income Tax Return
The Orange County VITA Program will again be offering income tax return preparation services at no charge to those with low and moderate incomes, beginning in February. Details will be posted after January 20th
at www.orangecounync.gov/ocncvita or by phone at 919-245-4242.
Now is the time to start gathering your tax documents. In addition to last year’s tax return, you’ll want to watch for W-2 forms from employers, 1099 forms from banks, social security, pensions, and investment accounts, 1095-A forms if you had ACA/Obamacare insurance, and the Notice 1444 that came with your stimulus check. Typically, forms start arriving by mail or are available online toward the end of January.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Aging Transitions Services
Talk 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 919-245-4245 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 Supports
Support 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.
Has your water been CUT OFF?
Is your bill over 60 days overdue?
Low Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP) can help! 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.
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.
Senior Center Fee Payment and Financial Assistance
The 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.
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.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
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, Alison Smith by phone at 919-245-4241 or email alsmith@orangecountync.gov.
For more information about ways to help during COVID, please visit:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
103 Meadowlands Dr. (PO Box 8181)
Hillsborough, NC 27278
Phone: 919-245-2015
Hours:
Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm
|
|
|
|
|
|
2551 Homestead Road
Chapel Hill, NC 27516
Phone:919-968-2070
Hours:
Monday - Friday: 8 am - 5 pm |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Share on Facebook
Share on Twitter
Share via Email
