Council on Aging Henderson County Blog
Nourishing Bodies, Enriching Lives: March for Meals with Meals on Wheels
Here at the Council on Aging for Henderson County, are deeply committed to ensuring that our elderly neighbors receive not only essential nutrition but also vital social connections and support. Our partnership with Meals on Wheels has been instrumental in fulfilling...
The Council on Aging Partners With Subaru for Share the Love Event
The Council on Aging for Henderson County is excited to announce we are partnering for another year with Subaru for their Share the Love Event. As part of a national partnership with Meals on Wheels America, Subaru of America, Inc. and its retailers will donate a...
November is National Caregiver Month
November is a special month, dedicated to recognizing and celebrating the tireless efforts of family caregivers. National Family Caregiver Month is a time to honor the unsung heroes who selflessly provide care and support to their loved ones facing health challenges,...
The Council on Aging for Henderson County Celebrates Ageism Awareness Day
The Council on Aging for Henderson County (COAHC) and the American Society on Aging will celebrate Ageism Awareness Day on Oct. 7, 2023. Modeled after the United Nation’s International Day of Older Persons (Oct. 1), Ageism Awareness Day provides an opportunity to draw...
October Volunteer Newsletter
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The Council on Aging for Henderson County Announces Placement of New Executive Director
The Council on Aging for Henderson County announced Elizabeth Williams will be joining the COAHC as Executive Director, effective July 27, 2023. Elizabeth will work with the COAHC while also acting as Executive Director of MountainCare, a nonprofit providing Adult Day...
September Volunteer Newsletter
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The Council on Aging Wants to Fund Meals this #GivingTuesday
The Council on Aging for Henderson County (COAHC) has joined #GivingTuesday, a global day of giving that harnesses the collective power of individuals, communities, and organizations to encourage philanthropy and to celebrate generosity worldwide. Occurring this year...
Senior Summer Sun Safety: Protect Your Skin!
We’ve made it through the bulk of the summer in Western North Carolina but we’re not quite done yet. If the prolonged sun and heat have worn you down this year don’t become complacent during the waning days of summer when it comes to being safe in the sun this month....
July is Eye Injury Prevention Month: Reduce your Risk With These Tips!
Eye injuries affect up to 2.5 million people throughout the world every year. This Eye Injury Prevention Month, we want to talk about how you can avoid becoming a victim of an eye injury. Fortunately, many eye injuries can be prevented as long as the proper...