The Veterans Directed Care (VDC) Program empowers eligible Veterans to remain safely in their homes and communities by providing greater choice and control over their long-term care services.
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day highlights the importance of strong community partnerships to protect older adults. Counties can strengthen elder justice by supporting coordinated, multidisciplinary responses to abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
Caring for a loved one with dementia can be overwhelming. Learn how Medicare’s GUIDE program provides free support, respite care, and expert guidance for caregivers.
Many seniors face barriers to accessing nutritious food, which can impact physical strength, cognitive health and overall well‑being. By ensuring dependable access to healthy foods and providing opportunities for shared meals and community connection, Centralina is helping older adults thrive.
Centralina Regional Council recognizes Linda Miller, aging director, as she retires after 30 years of dedicated service advocating for older adults and their families across the region. Her last day is March 31, 2026.
Telehealth has become a vital part of modern healthcare, offering remote consultations, real-time monitoring and mobile health tools that connect patients with providers regardless of location. While this shift has improved access for many, it has also created…
Falls are more than just a stumble; they’re a leading cause of injury for adults aged 65 and older, with one in four older adults experiencing a fall each year. While the statistics are sobering, there’s a hopeful message at the heart of this issue…
This year marks a monumental milestone in our nation’s commitment to older adults: the 60th anniversary of the Older Americans Act (OAA). Enacted in 1965 and created in response to growing concerns about the lack of community-based services for older adults…
We are proud to announce that Centralina Area Agency on Aging’s Home Safety and Repair Program has been honored with a 2025 National Association of Development Organizations Impact Award in the category of Aging, Health and Human Services.
This national recognition celebrates innovative and impactful projects that promote…
As we age, our bodies become less efficient at regulating temperature. Chronic health issues, age-related changes in the skin and certain medications can all interfere with our natural cooling processes. Older adults are more vulnerable to heat-related illnesses, and in severe cases, heat can even be life-threatening.
Federal funds are commonly passed through state agencies in North Carolina before being awarded to local governments, which can make the original funding source less obvious. Before proceeding with a procurement, local governments should verify whether an award originates from a federal source. This determination affects compliance obligations, including procurement standards, reporting, and audit requirements.
When a construction or repair contract over $300,000 involves a building, the procurement and contract are subject to additional requirements under N.C.G.S. 143-128. Therefore, this question must be answered to determine whether the additional statutory requirements apply to this procurement scenario.
The micro-purchase threshold is a federal procurement threshold under which competitive procurement is not required. The default micro-purchase threshold is $15,000, but local governments may increase the micro-purchase threshold up to $50,000. An explanation of increasing the micro-purchase threshold and a template for the required annual self-certification is available here.