"Communities of Strength"
Every May, the Administration for Community Living leads our nation’s observance of Older Americans Month. The theme for 2021 is "Communities of Strength." 

Older adults have built resilience and strength over their lives through successes, failures, joys, and difficulties. Their stories and contributions help to support and inspire others. This OAM, we will celebrate the strength of older adults and the Aging Network, with special emphasis on the power of connection and engagement in building strong communities.

There are many things we all can do to nurture ourselves, reinforce our strength, and continue to thrive. Connecting with others is one of the most important—it plays a vital role in our health and well-being, and in that of our communities. From finding joy in small things and sharing our stories, to looking at the big picture and giving to others, join us in promoting the ways we are connected and strong.

Don't forget to share your #OlderAmericansMonth plans and stories on social media. Check out their site for Activity Ideas!

How May I Participate?
Tupelo Honey South (1829 Hendersonville Rd., Asheville, NC 28801) has partnered with us in honor or our resilient community for the month of May to offer discounts on your full purchase as well as $1 donated per select cocktails and mocktails that support Council on Aging programs and services.

Donors, staff, volunteers and supporters can use our special promo code: 10% off their entire order! CABC10

Tupelo Honey has a beautiful indoor and outdoor space to dine in and they also offer takeout! View their menu online.

While the Cocktails for a Cause event will be promoted by them for Thursdays, the deals are available every day of the week for the entire month of May! (COABC - Come Out And Buy a Cocktail!)

COCKTAILS FOR A CAUSE
($1 FROM EACH OF THESE BEVERAGES
WILL BE DONATED TO COUNCIL ON AGING):

SOHO SPRITZER - REFRESHING, NON-ALCOHOLIC SPRITZER MADE WITH PINEAPPLE AND PEACH

SMOKY MOUNTAIN SANGRIA - RED BLEND WINE, BRANDY FOR A TOUCH OF SWEETNESS AND FRESH FRUIT

BOURBON SMASH - BLUEBERRY & BASIL SIMPLE SYRUP WITH RUA WHISKEY
 “Walk the Track for Aging” 2.5K event on May 21 at the Spring Mountain Community Center sponsored by the Council on Aging of Buncombe County (See Below). Contact Cory Reavis with any questions. Free, fun and fabulous opportunity to gather safely with family and friends, enjoy the Spring Mountain walking track and learn more about COAbc resources! See Flyer Below. Donations welcome.
 
CAPES (Caring for Aging People Education & Support) meets third Tuesdays at 5:00pm. The May 18th speaker will be Cory Reavis presenting on “Why and When to Call EMS.” Support group for caregivers follows at 5:30pm. Bitly link: CAPES Information. Contact Jennie Pressley with any questions.

Click the link below for a calendar of Age Friendly events throughout May 2021. Events will be added as they are received.
To add an event, contact us!
There are many opportunities in Buncombe County to celebrate our Community of Strength.
Keller Williams Realty Professionals Red Day
Volunteers for Council on Aging
Thank you Team Keller Williams for supporting Council on Aging with volunteers in honor of Older American's Month and the Keller Williams Red Day on May 13th! Special shoutout to Laura Uherka, Council on Aging Board member and Keller Williams agent for connecting us!


Wednesday, May 26th 10:30-11:15am

Council on Aging of Buncombe County and MANNA FoodBank Present:

SNAP 101 for Adults & their Care Partners
(Virtual, Via ZOOM)
We make it easy to get help paying for groceries and saving you money!

We know many adults are relying on Social Security benefits and are on fixed incomes. With rising food costs, using SNAP frees up cash for other essentials, like medicine. Plus, SNAP dollars add up from month to month, so you can save for special occasions with family and friends.

SNAP benefits can be used at 9 participating farmers markets in Buncombe County. Click here for full list. 

At Asheville City Market, you can double your SNAP dollars. For example, swiping an EBT card for $5 will yield $10 in market tokens to spend on SNAP-eligible items at individual farmer stands. This program is in effect at both locations of Asheville City Market (downtown on Saturday mornings and at Biltmore Park Town Square on Wednesday afternoons).
Let us know you'll be there!
LOCATION
ZOOM (link to be sent out with RSVP)

DATE AND TIME
05/26/21 10:30am - 05/26/21 11:30am

Join us to learn more and engage in practical discussion about how SNAP can benefit adults age 60+.
I'll be there!
Maybe
I can't make it
The residents at Vanderbilt Apartments will be sharing their strengths with their COA Service Coordinator, Vance Goodman, who will be putting them together on a chain that will decorate their home in downtown Asheville, NC.

Stay tuned for photos and stories!
Council on Aging of Buncombe County
(828) 277-8288
info@coabc.org
www.coabc.org