Seniors & Retirees
By Butch Thompson | March 26, 2023
FACTS ABOUT FALLS Each year, millions of older people aged 65 and older fall. In fact, more than one out of four older people falls each year, less than half...
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By Butch Thompson | March 6, 2023
The Area Council on Aging and Land of Sky are partnering with Asheville Community Yoga to offer a class for seniors to learn more about fall prevention and risk...
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By Butch Thompson | March 2, 2023
Thrive!- Let's Tai Chi Generation Plus is offering another lunch and learn with Tai Chi as our topic. Tai chi for arthritis and falls prevention has been shown to...
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By Butch Thompson | February 22, 2023
Rainbow Inspirations: Meet Mark Holmes Wednesday, March 1, 12-12:30 PM Facebook and YouTube livestream Register here for a reminder email, or just join us in real time here on...
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By Butch Thompson | February 10, 2023
AARP Foundation Tax-Aide, in cooperation with the IRS, NC Department of Revenue, Buncombe County Library System, and Council on Aging, Inc. will be offering tax preparations for low and...
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By Butch Thompson | February 10, 2023
Building Community Through Volunteering With Val Walker, MS, Educator, Author Thursday, April 6, 1-2:30 PM Virtual (at your home) or In-Person at Land of Sky Regional Council, the YWCA...
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By Butch Thompson | February 10, 2023
Never Too Old to Publish Thursday, March 16, 2:00 PM Have you had a dream of becoming a writer for years, perhaps decades? Those of us in the second...
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By Butch Thompson | February 10, 2023
*RESCHEDULED* February 21st: The African American Experience in the Smokies: Making the Invisible Visible This event will be held at the Swannanoa Valley Museum (223 W State St., Black Mountain,...
By Butch Thompson | January 24, 2023
Our Thrive! series kicks off in February with a discussion about Nutrition. Join Generation Plus and Emily Carleo, the Director of Congregate Nutrition at the Council on Aging, for...
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By Butch Thompson | January 11, 2023
You are invited to participate in a research study about the impact of pets on older adults’ social networks and well-being. To be eligible to participate in this study,...
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By Butch Thompson | January 5, 2023
An educational lunch and learn program for our Generation Plus LGBTQ+ senior community. This series showcases members of our community presenting information to better enjoy our lives as LGBTQ+...
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By Butch Thompson | January 5, 2023
A monthly meeting for our LGBTQ+ elders to socialize, educate and advocate. Great communication begins with connection.
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By Butch Thompson | December 12, 2022
This past Sunday Generation Plus held a Holiday Gathering for LGBTQ+ community at Mountain Care. With warm cider and hot cocoa we entertained guest and we had a sock...
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By Tina Madison White | December 10, 2022
A recent survey of LGBTQ+ people revealed that 73% have been personally attacked and harassed online. This report offers a wealth of specific tactics and tools for staying safe.
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By Butch Thompson | November 2, 2022
You are invited to participate in a research study about the impact of pets on older adults’ social networks and well-being. To be eligible to participate in this study,...
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By Butch Thompson | October 13, 2022
Press release from Social Security Administration Social Security Announces 8.7 Percent Benefit Increase for 2023 Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits for approximately 70 million Americans will...
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By Butch Thompson | July 25, 2022
Many 50+ adults struggle to access the affordable, quality health coverage and care they need. AARP and community collaborators in North Carolina, Virginia, and Tennessee invite you to join us...
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By Butch Thompson | July 20, 2022
Community Assessment for an Aging in Place Program – a new project being led by the Jewish Family Services of WNC Jewish Family Services of WNC is excited to...
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By Butch Thompson | July 18, 2022
COVID-19 cases are on the rise in WNC. Be sure to stay aware of your own risk levels. If you are in need of a rapid at home Covid...
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By Butch Thompson | July 12, 2022
Generation Plus, a program of Blue Ridge Pride, believes in sharing information with our regional community. Below are some updates on topics that affect our LGBTQ+ 55+ population. Livable...
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By Butch Thompson | June 24, 2022
Are you interested in staying in your home & community as you age? Community Assessment for an Aging in Place Program – a new project being led by the...
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By Butch Thompson | June 14, 2022
Many of us know an elder and some of us are elders in the LGBTQ+ community. With aging comes some struggles. June 15th is a day to bring awareness,...
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By Butch Thompson | May 27, 2022
Some people say older or elder. Some say senior. Active aging is the best term to describe the men in this article.
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By blueridgepride | March 15, 2022
A virtual series of spotlights on our LGBTQ community leaders and influencers.
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By Butch Thompson | January 10, 2022
Recognizing the struggles all have endured for 2 years now and realizing the isolation for many we hope to bring some ideas, suggestions and support to the community. If...
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By blueridgepride | December 19, 2021
First published in March of 2012 and updated May 18, 2020 - This publication helps to answers the question: “How can our mainstream aging organization provide inclusive and welcoming...
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By Butch Thompson | December 10, 2021
If you missed it, our monthly Rainbow Inspiration brought another fresh, diverse and interesting story for our community. On December 1, World AIDS Day, we met Eric Holt. Eric...
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By blueridgepride | November 23, 2021
Find out what you need to understand about powers of attorney at this free webinar.
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By Butch Thompson | October 8, 2021
This week Rainbow Inspiration spoke with Tim Lane about the LGBTQ+ community and long term care. Tim, a local nursing home administrator shared his experience with the LGBTQ+ community...
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By Butch Thompson | December 17, 2020
We are proud to announce our involvement with Buncombe County's initiative Age-friendly Buncombe. Having a seat at the table helps to ensure the LGBTQ+ community is represented in planning...
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By blueridgepride | December 4, 2020
COVID may be s nightmare, but we have never had so many tools for surviving and finding joy at a distance.
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By blueridgepride | October 14, 2020
The October 7th Generation Plus Live virtual segment allowed us to share some important information and links regarding voting and what are we voting for in this election. While...
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By blueridgepride | October 6, 2020
Generation Plus has announced upcoming topics for its monthly series of virtual events that address issues and topics of current interest to an aging population.
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By blueridgepride | September 18, 2020
Our September 16 Generation Plus Virtual Meetup focused on voting essentials. Absentee voters will love the new tracking tool.
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