Bloom in Spring Concert by The Village Band

The Village Band of Chapel Hill and Carrboro will present a concert to usher out Ol' Man Winter and welcome the season of rebirth. The program, titled "Bloom in Spring", opens with two selections from the Elderberries sax quartet. The full band, under the direction of Mark A. Doerffel, follows with a set of lively pieces by composers Meredith Willson, Claude T. Smith, Frank Ticheli, and John Philip Sousa that will send you home with a renewed "spring in your step". There is no charge for admission 

Date: Mon, Mar 27, 7:30 pm 
Fee: FREE; Location: Seymour 
Phone: 919-968-2070; Registration: No registration required. 

Outsmarting Scammers and Shred It Event

Join Sgt. Daniel Roberson with the Orange County Sheriff's Office and learn about the scams taking place here in Orange County.  These scams are a very real threat and can cost you your identity and money.  He will also share scams that are occurring on the national level. After the presentation, the Shred It truck will be available in the parking lot. Limit 2 banker's boxes per person.

Date: Tue, Apr 4; Time: 1 - 4:30 pm
Location: Passmore Center
Register by: Tue, Mar 28; Fee: Free

The 55+ Brain is More Creative!

Recent neuroscience research has discovered a handful of biological changes that occur around the age 55 that naturally bring our brains to a more creative state. This 90-minute workshop will share the research and offer useful tips and practices to help you get the most out of these changes. Workshop will be fast-paced, with creative exercises and offered twice. Instructor: Carl Nordgren. 

Date: Wed, Apr 5, 19; Time: 2 - 4 pm; Fee: FREE
Location: Seymour; Phone: 919-968-2070; Register by: Wed, Mar 29; Apr 5

New to Medicare? Join our Welcome to Medicare Class

If you’re turning 65 soon, you’re probably being bombarded by mailings about Medicare.  This free class will provide valuable information whether you’re retiring soon, already retired or continuing to work.  You’ll learn how and when to enroll, potential penalties for late enrollment, Medicare’s costs, benefits and options.  

Thursday, April 6, 5:30 - 7 pm
Seymour Center
Register at 919-968-2070

Monday, April 17, 12 - 1:30 pm
Orange County Public Library
137 W. Margaret Lane, Hillsborough
Register at 919-245-2015

Prescription Medications Too Expensive?

Medicare’s Extra Help program reduces the price of medications for those who qualify.  You must have monthly income below $1,823 and savings less than $16,660. For a married couple, income must be less than $2,465 and savings below $32,240.  

For those who don’t qualify for that program, explore these options:

• Ask your doctor and pharmacist about alternative medications that are covered on your drug plan at a lower co-pay, such as generics.
• Search for Manufacturer Discount Programs that cover your medication.
• Check the current pricing of your medications using a Drug Discount Program.  In some cases, retail pricing with coupons are lower than the co-pays on your drug plan.  Be aware, however that costs won’t apply to your drug plan’s deductible. Popular options include:  www.goodrx.com, www.blinkhealth.com, www.northcarolinadrugcard.com and www.costplusdrugs.com.

Make an appointment to meet with a certified volunteer counselor from the Seniors’ Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP) to discuss your options.  We offer in-person appointments at the Seymour and Passmore Centers as well as appointments by Zoom.  Schedule online at www.orangecountync.gov/Medicare or call us at 919-245-4274.

Affordable Connectivity Program

The Affordable Connectivity Program is a Federal Communications Commission program that helps connect families and households struggling to afford internet service. 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.

Emergency Housing Assistance (EHA)

The EHA was created to help Orange County residents with low incomes prevent eviction and homelessness and secure and maintain stable housing. Assistance is available to households  in Orange County that:

1. Earn no more than 30% of the area median income 
2. Have an urgent need for housing assistance that is related to the COVID-19 pandemic, and 
3. Do not have adequate resources to cover the cost of their housing need.

Rent, mortgage and utility payments, security deposits, application fees and other emergency housing-related expenses are eligible for reimbursement.

To learn more or to apply, call the Orange County Housing Helpline at 919-245-2655 or visit Emergency Housing Assistance (EHA) Program

The program is funded by Orange County and the Towns of Chapel Hill, Carrboro, and Hillsborough, along with state and federal funding.

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.

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.

Location & Hours

103 Meadowlands Dr. (PO Box 8181)
Hillsborough, NC 27278
Phone: 919-245-2015

Hours:
Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm

Location & Hours

2551 Homestead Road
Chapel Hill, NC 27516
Phone:919-968-2070

Hours: 
Monday - Thursday: 8 am - 9 pm
Friday - Saturday: 8 am - 5 pm