Halifax County's Roadmap
AAA Region L

Aging Snapshot

In 2006 adults ≥ 65 made up 15% of the county’s population

• By 2030 the population age 65 and older will increase 45% to 12,225 people. This group will make up 24% of the county’s population.
• Compared to the state, older adults are less educated, more live in rural areas (56%), there are more African Americans (42%) and Native Americans (2.1%) and 34% have two or more disabilities.
• Designated a Dental Care Shortage Area in 2006.
• Median incomes are $10,000 less than the state average. Twice as many older adults are below the poverty level.

For more information on Aging in Halifax 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 L can be found at: http://www.ncdhhs.gov/aging/aaa.htm

Health Promotion Programming in Halifax County

Organizations/Facilities/Groups

• Jo Story Senior Center
• Littleton Senior Center
• Halifax Health Department

Evidence-based Health Promotion Programs

• Tobacco Cessation Programs: Quitline
• Tobacco Cessation Programs: Become an Ex
• Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program
• Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Program
• Living Healthy (CDSMP) - Region L (Northampton, Halifax, Nash, Edgecombe, Wilson)
• Powerful Tools for Caregivers
• Breast and Cervical Cancer Control Program (BCCCP)
• Well-Integrated Screening and Evaluation for Women Across the Nation (NCWISEWOMAN)