Welcome!
The High Country Area Agency on Aging is the central hub for resources and support for older adults in the North Carolina High Country. Through our direct services and provider network, we offer home- and community-based solutions, family caregiver support, a long-term care ombudsman, advocacy, and health promotion and disease prevention classes.
COVID-19 Information & Resources
North Carolina Lifespan Respite Project
The North Carolina Lifespan Respite Care Program is an application-based program that reimburses eligible family caregivers caring for individuals of any age for up to $500 in respite care services in a calendar year. Funding is limited, and applications are accepted only when funds are available. Learn more and apply
NC Lifespan Respite Program is NOW accepting applications. For more information, please click here.
Upcoming events
| Date | Title | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 12 | Free Webinar: Combating Scams & Fraud During a Pandemic | Online (Zoom) |
| Oct 5 | Caregiver Academy | Wake Forest Baptist Health; Wilkes Medical Center-First Floor Conference Room |
