Orange County's Roadmap
AAA Region J
Aging Snapshot
Health Promotion Programming
In 2006 adults ≥ 65 made up 9% of the county’s population
• By 2030 the population 65 and older will increase 142% to 26,168 people. This group will make up 17% of the county’s population, one of the highest projected growths in the state.
• Compared to the state, older adults are better educated (32% have graduate degrees), 32% live in rural areas, the racial distribution is similar, and 23% have two or more disabilities.
• The median income is higher; fewer older adults are at the poverty level.
• Falls are ranked third as the reason for hospitalization.
For more information on Aging in Orange 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 J can be found at:
http://www.ncdhhs.gov/aging/aaa.htm
Health Promotion Programming in Orange County
Organizations/Facilities/Groups
Evidence-based Health Promotion Programs
