Check out what's going on at Senior Services in October!

October 2021

Did You Know?

OCTOBER IS CYBER SECURITY AWARENESS MONTH

National Cybersecurity Awareness Month in October is an excellent reminder to maintain and protect your hardware and software.

Computers, mobile devices, and the Internet have opened the door to an online world. This world offers amazing opportunities for education, communication, socializing, and entertainment. The online world changes constantly, providing new areas for exploration. Keeping up with the changes is a challenge. Click to read

Technology for Seniors

Aging in place is an attractive option for many older adults. And thanks to advances in technology, it’s a safe and realistic option for the majority of Americans enjoying their golden years. Assistive devices, mobile apps, and medical alert systems can work together to keep you safe and independent in your home, even as your health needs change. Click to read

During the Medicare Annual Enrollment Period, also known as the Annual Election Period, you can make changes to your current Medicare coverage. The Medicare Annual Enrollment Period, or AEP, runs from October 15th to December 7th every year.

Medicare Advantage and Part D benefits change each year. This means your premiums can increase and your benefits may change. Some common reasons you may want to change your coverage is due to your premiums increasing, the Advantage plan no longer has your doctor in the network of your plan, or drops your medication off the list of covered drugs. Visit Medicare.gov to get started.

For assistance with open enrollment, you can contact the local Davidson County SHIIP office, located at Davidson Medical Ministries; 336.243.3232 or the Nationwide office at 1.855.408.1212 or visit ncshiip@ncdoi.gov. for further information.

The Seniors' Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP) counsels Medicare beneficiaries and caregivers about Medicare, Medicare supplements, Medicare Advantage, Medicare Part D, and long-term care insurance.

SHIIP counselors are not licensed insurance agents, and they do not sell or endorse any product, plan, or company. If you have questions about your specific plan, we encourage you to contact your insurance agent or the insurance company.

Don’t be a victim of Medicare Scams

During Medicare Open Enrollment (October 15 - December 7), you can make changes to your Medicare health plan and prescription drug coverage. This is also a busy time for identity thieves. Identity theft of senior citizens has more than doubled in recent years. Click to read

The Truth About Aging and Dementia

As we age, our brains change, but Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias are not an inevitable part of aging. In fact, up to 40% of dementia cases may be prevented or delayed. It helps to understand what’s normal and what’s not when it comes to brain health.

Normal brain aging may mean slower processing speeds and more trouble multitasking, but routine memory, skills, and knowledge are stable and may even improve with age. It’s normal to occasionally forget recent events such as where you put your keys or the name of the person you just met. Click to read

Senior Center Programming

Click for Lexington Calendar and Activities

Click for Thomasville Calendar and Activites

Volunteer Opportunities

Check Out the Nutrition Program

Need In-Home Assistance?

The In-Home Services Program

The In-Home Services Program is designed to help Davidson County residents, age 60 years of age or older, who have functional, physical, or mental impairments accomplish their daily activities. Our goal is to assist clients to remain in their beloved home as long as safely possible.

We have trained personnel that can assess the individual’s needs and determine what assistance they qualify for. We specialize in offering different levels of bathing assistance provided by aides that are supervised by a registered nurse. In addition, our program can help with simple household chores (ex. laundry, bed linen changes, & light cleaning), shopping, errands and essential transportation if approved. We also offer Respite Care to reduce stress for unpaid caregivers providing 24-hour care for a loved one. This aide time can be used for the caregiver to leave the home (to attend appointments, go shopping, visit friends, etc…) or just to relax for a well-deserved break.

Our low cost program helps an average of 82 Davidson County residents each year. The price per hour for aide service ranges from $16.50 to $18.00 based on the level of care needed. We are also proud to offer Home and Community Care Block Grant funding for those that qualify and are unable to pay for the care they need. Please contact us at 336-242-2290 if would like to speak with a staff member about in-home aide care. We hope to hear from you soon!

Worried about

falling?

Concerned about bathing safely?

Need a break from caregiving?

Click for more information

Resources & Benefits

Looking for Services and Not Sure Where To Turn?

Call DCSS Resource and Benefits to help locate and connect to needed services in the area.

Click for more information

Did you know that one in four older Americans falls every year? Falls are the leading cause of both fatal and nonfatal injuries for people aged 65+. Falls can result in hip fractures, broken bones, and head injuries. And even falls without a major injury can cause an older adult to become fearful or depressed, making it difficult for them to stay active.

As the season of Fall begins, we want to highlight fall prevention for our seniors.

Click for details