Stanly County's Roadmap
AAA Region F

Aging Snapshot

In 2006 adults ≥ 65 made up 14% of the county’s population

• By 2030 the population 65 and older will increase 50% to 12,292. This group will make up 19% of the county’s population.
• Compared to the state, older adults are slightly less educated, more live in rural areas, 92% are white, and there are similar levels of disability.
• The median income is similar to the state, and fewer older adults are below the poverty level, but 36% of those over 75 are at the poverty level.
• Medical conditions are similar to the state.

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

Health Promotion Programming in Stanly County

Organizations/Facilities/Groups

• Stanly County Senior Center
• Stanly County YMCA
• Stanly County Health Department

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)
• Access Dental Care