In order to shine the light on some of the services which can address these and other needs, Senior Services is holding a Community Resource Fair on November 4^th at the Lexington Senior Center. The agencies represented will each have a table at the Resource Fair. They will have information, handouts and a representative to answer questions about their services. The Resource Fair will have a good representation of organizations which strive to meet the needs of seniors in the community. Due to space and social distancing, we did limit the number of agencies who will be present.

We hope to see you there! Click for more information

  Celebrated every November, National Family Caregivers Month (NFCM) is a time to recognize and honor family caregivers across the country. It offers an opportunity to raise awareness of caregiving issues, educate communities, and increase support for caregivers.

   Join the Alzheimer’s Association in honoring the millions of family members and friends serving as Alzheimer’s caregivers.  Click to learn more           

  At the Davidson County Board meeting on Tuesday, October 26, 2021, the Commissioners proclaimed that November is Family Caregiver Month with the theme of “Caregiving Around the Clock”. They recognized caregivers of aging parents and loved ones as well as children with special needs. They stated that being a caregiver is a full-time job and six out of 10 family caregivers juggle these responsibilities as well as everyday life tasks such as working full or part-time jobs or preparing children for school. These caregivers play a vital role within their families and communities and deserve to be recognized this month and every month.                                                                                    Click to view

  Its’ easy to fall into the hustle and bustle of the holidays, but don’t forget to put your health first. From Thanksgiving to Christmas, we spend countless hours with friends and family around the dining room table. And while we are whipping up our signature dishes, many people find themselves struggling with much more than counting calories.

 According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 29.1 million people have diabetes in the United States alone. Of those 29.1 million, 8.1 million people are undiagnosed. Without proper management, diabetes can wreak havoc on the body, causing complications like stroke, heart disease and high blood pressure.

Depression and Older Adults

Feeling down every once in a while, is a normal part of life, but if these feelings last a few weeks or months, you may have depression. Read this article to find common signs and symptoms of depression, treatment options, and if you or your loved one may be at risk for depression.

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