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Centralina AAA Demonstrates Commitment to Service Through Continuing Education
Centralina Area Agency on Aging (AAA) strongly supports opportunities for professional development and continuing education to help each staff member grow in their roles and responsibilities and best serve residents and member communities throughout our region. This fall, AAA staff took part in three different training and certification opportunities to help increase knowledge and capacity in order to fulfill Centralina’s organization-wide mission to advance opportunity and improve quality of life for our region’s residents and communities.
Director Spotlight: Geraldine Gardner
March is Women’s History Month, a time to reflect on and honor the contributions of women in American history. In celebration of the work and accomplishments of women who have paved the way for progress and equality, we’re highlighting Centralina’s first female Executive Director*, Geraldine Gardner.
Capitol Corner November 2021
Centralina delegates recently met with Congresswoman Virginia Foxx to discuss regional priorities and local community needs. During the meeting, Congresswoman Foxx brought to everyone’s attention the little known benefit to businesses that are eligible for a tax exclusion of $5,250 for paying employees’ student loans. This assistance is also tax-free to the employee and available through 2025. Read more about this education assistance and the new flexibility for ARPA fund allocation.
Aging and Health
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Senior Community Connections Recognized for Excellence in Aging Services
Senior Community Connections SCC is a nonprofit organization that helps older adults remain independent in their homes and actively engaged in the community. This Davidson-based organization was recognized in 2022 for its work in the aging field, receiving the 2021 Centralina Region of Excellence ‘Aging in Action’ Award.
Centralina Home
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Capitol Corner February 2023
Thousands of bills are introduced in Congress each year. However, only a few hundred are ever considered by the full House or Senate. After bills are introduced, they are sent to a committee, where the hard work of writing legislation is done. There are 20 committees in the House of Representatives and 16 committees in the Senate, each with jurisdiction over a variety of bills, issues, agencies and programs.