Gaston County's Roadmap
AAA Region F

Aging Snapshot

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

• By 2030 the population age 65 and older will increase 88% to 47,103 people. This group will make up 21% of the county’s population.
• Compared to the state, older adults are less educated; fewer live in rural areas (22%); and have similar racial demographics and levels of disability.
• The median income is slightly lower, and 25% of those age 65-74 and 32% of those aged 75+ are at the poverty level.
• 17 Code Orange days in 2006.
• Region F will be delivering three EBHP in 2008.

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

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

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

Health Promotion Programming in Gaston County

Organizations/Facilities/Groups

• Gaston County Senior Center
• Gaston County Citizens Resource Center

Evidence-based Health Promotion Programs

• Tobacco Cessation Programs: Quitline
• Tobacco Cessation Programs: Become an Ex
• Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program
• Matter Of Balance
• Living Healthy (CDSMP) - Region F (Iredell, Rowan, Lincoln, Gaston, Mecklenburg, Cabarrus, Stanly, Union, Anson)
• Powerful Tools for Caregivers
• Breast and Cervical Cancer Control Program (BCCCP)
• Carolinas Mobile Dentistry