According to the Eastern Carolina Council Area Agency on Aging (ECCAAA) website, the following is provided to inform eligible seniors of food assistance program: The ECCAAA is providing assistance to address the nutritional needs of people aged 60 years of age and […]
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Several Communities Plan Activities for Falls Prevention Awareness Day The Eastern Carolina Council Area Agency on Aging (ECCAAA) along with the national Falls Free Initiative is declaring September 23, 2014, Falls Prevention Awareness Day. Falls are the leading cause of both fatal and
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Local Efforts to Raise Awareness about Elder Abuse and Neglect Planned in Our Community This Sunday, June 15, will mark the 9th annual observance of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. Individuals and organizations across the nation, state, and local communities are taking
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Safe Today. Healthy Tomorrow. Older adults have made countless contributions and sacrifices to ensure a better life for future generations. Since 1963, communities across the country have shown their gratitude by celebrating Older Americans Month each May. This celebration recognizes older Americans
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NBN neuse river games 041513 Listen to New Bern Now’s Laura Johnson’s interview with Billy Wilkes, Events Director, Craven County Recreation and Parks about the upcoming Neuse River Senior Games aired on Radio Free ENC’s WNOS 105.9FM and 1450AM: https://newbernnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/NBN-neuse-river-games-041513.mp3 Neuse River
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Volunteers Will Be On Hand to Assist Medicare Beneficiaries Medicare beneficiaries in Craven County who need help enrolling into new drug plans are encouraged to attend the seventh annual Prescription Assistance Day on Friday, November 30 from 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
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Carolyn Bland has spent years advocating for the needs of older adults within her city, county, and throughout North Carolina. Last week, the North Carolina Association of Area Agencies on Aging honored Mrs. Bland by awarding her the Margaret Hart Hardee Preeminence
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