Alamance County's Roadmap
AAA Region G

Aging Snapshot

In 2006 adults ≥ 65 made up 13% of the county’s population

• By 2030 the population age 65 and older will increase 70% to 31,371 people. This age group will make up 17% of the county’s population.
• Compared to the state, older adults have similar education levels, racial distribution, levels of disability, and similar numbers live in rural areas.
• Those over age 75 are the poorest, with 29% at the poverty level.
• Heart disease tops hospitalizations and outpatient visits.
• Arthritis and diabetes account for 21% of physician visits.

For more information on Aging in Alamance County download (pdf).

Detailed demographic information can be found at: http://www.ncdhhs.gov/aging/cprofile/cprofile.htm

Information about Area Agency on Aging Region G can be found at: http://www.ncdhhs.gov/aging/aaa.htm

Health Promotion Programming Available In This County

Organizations/Facilities/Groups

• John Kernoodle Senior Center
• Alamance YMCA

Evidence-based Health Promotion Programs

• Tobacco Cessation Programs: Quitline
• Tobacco Cessation Programs: Become an Ex
• Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program
• Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Program
• Matter Of Balance
• Fit and Strong!
• Powerful Tools for Caregivers
• Breast and Cervical Cancer Control Program (BCCCP)
• Living Healthy - Region G (Rockingham, Caswell, Guilford, Alamance, Davidson, Randolph, Montgomery)