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AAA Region J

Aging Snapshot

In 2006 adults ≥ 65 made up 7% of the county’s population

• By 2030 the population 65 and older will increase 259% to 208,297. This group will make up 14% of the total county’s population. This is one of the largest projected increases.
• Compared to the state, older adults are better educated, fewer live in rural areas, there are more baby boomers, less disability, and similar racial distribution.
• The median income for all age groups is at least 10,000 higher than the state.
• The YMCA and Cary Senior Center offer financial assistance and free programs.

For more information on Aging in Wake 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 Wake County

Organizations/Facilities/Groups

• Cary Senior Center
• Eastern Wake Senior Center
• Garner Senior Center
• Northern Wake Senior Center
• Whitaker Mill Senior Center
• Raleigh Parks and Recreation
• YMCA of the Triangle
• Resources for Seniors, Inc
• REX Wellness Center
• Woodland Terrace: Assisted Living
• Pullen Aquatics Center
• WakeMed Rehab Hospital
• Council for Senior Citizens

Evidence-based Health Promotion Programs

• Tobacco Cessation Programs: Quitline
• Tobacco Cessation Programs: Become an Ex
• Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Program
• Arthritis Foundation Self-Help Program
• Matter Of Balance
• Fit and Strong!
• Living Healthy (CDSMP) - Region J (Orange, Durham, Wake, Chatham, Lee, Moore, Johnston)
• Powerful Tools for Caregivers
• Breast and Cervical Cancer Control Program (BCCCP)
• Well-Integrated Screening and Evaluation for Women Across the Nation (NCWISEWOMAN)