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Let’s change the way we think and talk about aging! Join Us on June 10 to reimagine how we think about growing older and what we can do to prevent elder abuse. This free community fair will feature speakers, vendors, and resources to help us learn how to embrace aging, how we can protect older adults, and receive information from organizations that support older adults and caregivers.
This event will celebrate Older Americans Month in May and raise awareness about World Elder Abuse Awareness Day in June! The Strategic Aging Leadership Team (SALT) and Buncombe County Elder Justice Coalition (EJC), both part of Age-Friendly Buncombe County, are hosting the event.
Event Details
What: Standing in Our Strength: Flip the Script on Aging
Where: First Baptist Church of Asheville, 5 Oak Street, Asheville
When: Tuesday, June 10 from 10 am – noon
Details: Speakers, panel, resources, and free breakfast
Registration: Register here by June 2
Buncombe County Commissioner Jennifer Horton will deliver the keynote speech and moderate a panel discussion with older adults who are flipping the script on aging and leading meaningful, purposeful, and active lives. The discussion will also feature older adults and professionals who are working to prevent abuse, scams, and fraud directed at older adults.
A light breakfast will be provided by Taco Billy.
Event participants include Land of Sky Area Agency on Aging, Mountain Aging Partners, Buncombe County Elder Justice Coalition, Buncombe County Sheriff's Office, Buncombe County Library, Buncombe County Parks and Recreation, Council on Aging of Buncombe County, MemoryCare, Jewish Family Services, Pisgah Legal Services, NC State Employees Credit Union, Givens Communities, and Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at UNCA.