RETIREMENT LIVING

oversees breastfeeding support, a weight management program called KidFit for children and teens two to 18 years old, and Women, Infants and Children (WIC), which provides food to pregnant, postpartum and breastfeeding women who have low to moderate incomes, and infants and children until the age of five. Spanish language services are provided. An income-based sliding fee scale is offered. Medicaid and many insurance plans are accepted.

OTHER HEALTH RESOURCES

MEDICAL LOAN CLOSET OF HENDERSON COUNTY

1225 Seventh Ave East, Hendersonville 828-692-9005 MedicalLoanCloset.org

For 58 years, the Medical Loan Closet of Henderson County has been providing low-cost loans of durable medical equipment to Henderson County residents in need. The Medical Loan Closet offers a vast array of equipment including wheelchairs, walkers, hospital beds, knee scooters, shower seats and tub transfer benches, all of which can be loaned short-term for a nominal charge. Charitable contributions of equipment, monetary donations and grant funding help the nonprofit operate and fulfill its mission of providing the right equipment at the right time with responsiveness, care and compassion.

ST. GERARD HOUSE

620 Oakland Street, Hendersonville 828-693-4223 StGerardHouse.org

St. Gerard House is a nonprofit therapeutic center offering evidence-based treatment for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), learning disabilities and developmental delays. Training, consultation and support for families, educators, institutions and others involved with treatment is available. The Grotto Therapeutic Center offers intensive one-onone instruction based on applied behavior analysis (ABA) for children from 3 to 21 years old. For teens and young adults, the Feed the Need Program offers pre-vocational services year-round. Monthly Family Group Nights are open to all families caring for children with any special need. These events provide parents with information, resources and support.

The Sheriff’s Office operates a drug drop box in its lobby for safe disposal of medications in partnership with The Hope Coalition, US Drug Enforcement Administration and NC Safe Kids. The lobby is open from 8AM to 5PM Monday through Friday except on County holidays. Prescription pills, capsules, ointments, vitamins, liquids in original containers, inhalers and patches are accepted. No sharps, needles, epinephrine pens or radioactive chemotherapy drugs can be accepted. Needles, epi pens and other sharps should be put into a hard plastic container (like a laundry detergent bottle), sealed with tape, labeled on the outside of the container with the words “SHARPS” and “Do Not Recycle” and taken to a Convenience Center attendant at 265 Convenience Center Drive in Hendersonville. The Sheriff’s Office also regularly holds community pill collection events.

Henderson County Sheriff’s Office 100 N Grove Street, Hendersonville 828-697-4596 HendersonCountyNC.gov/Sheriff/Page/Drug-Disposal-Program

THRIVE

218 West Allen, Suite B, Hendersonville 828-697-1581 Thrive4Health.org

Thrive focuses on assisting individuals who are experiencing mental health and housing instability get back on their feet. Programs provide opportunities to learn coping, social, independent living and vocational skills. The nonprofit’s Clubhouse program offers prevocational workordered day programming on weekdays, social and recreational programming on evenings and weekends and individualized services. Representative Payee Services are available to assist individuals with Social Security or Disability income. Using the Housing First model, Thrive offers Housing Case Management services to help individuals who have mental health, substance use or medical needs maintain stable housing.

REGIONAL HEALTH CENTERS

Henderson County residents also enjoy proximity to other major regional healthcare institutions, including: • Atrium Health in Charlotte:

AtriumHealth.org • Atrium Health Wake Forest

Baptist Health in Winston-Salem:

WakeHealth.edu • Charles George VA Medical Center in Asheville: Asheville.VA.gov • D uke Health in Durham (DukeHealth.org). • Mission Health in Asheville:

MissionHealth.org • UNC Medical Center in Chapel Hill:

UNCMedicalCenter.org/UNCMC

St. Gerard House is a nonprofit therapeutic center offering evidence-based treatment for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), learning disabilities and developmental delays.

Deerfield Episcopal Retirement Community is located in south Asheville, just north of Hendersonville.

Your Retirement, Your Way

Henderson County has enjoyed a reputation as an exceptional place to retire for decades. The climate, stable economy, healthcare options, volunteer opportunities, golf and other recreation, cultural arts and retirement living choices all make Henderson County a top choice for people 55 and older.

The area is a welcoming place where retired and semi-retired adults enjoy a wonderful quality of life and can continue to play a vital role in the community. To complement this wide range of lifestyles and every stage of retirement, Henderson County is home to a large assortment of housing options for retirees – including an ample number of adult communities. Some communities offer both singlefamily and attached homes with the convenience of one-level living. Most, but not all, are condominium operated and provide all exterior and grounds maintenance for a monthly fee. Most retirement communities also include emergency call systems and 24-hour security.

CAROLINA VILLAGE in Hendersonville is a Life Plan Community offering independent living, assisted living and skilled care all on the same campus. A one-time entrance fee provides residents with a place to live that guarantees they will be taken care of for life, with access to long-term care in the assisted living or skilled nursing area if the need arises. The monthly fee varies with the size of apartment or cottage the resident chooses and includes an impressive array of services, amenities, dining options and utilities, as well as social, educational, wellness and fitness programs. The monthly fee doesn’t change if and when additional levels of care are accessed.

DEERFIELD Episcopal Retirement Community in nearby Asheville is a Life Care Community, also known as Life Plan Community, offering residents a complete continuum of senior living and on-site healthcare services. Independent living options include cottages, villas, cluster homes, and apartments. Residents in assisted living suites receive help with bathing, dressing, and monitoring of medications as

Call to schedule a visit and discover a holistic approach to a joy-filled retirement at Deerfield.

Asheville, NC 800-284-1531 deerfieldwnc.org

Heritage Hills offers a variety of single-family detached homes.

needed.

FLETCHER PARK INN, an age 55 and older adult Christian retirement community in Hendersonville, offers a variety of independent lifestyle options: villa homes and studio, one- or two-bedroom apartments. Residents enjoy an alcohol-free and tobacco-free campus conveniently located across the street from AdventHealth Hendersonville and adjacent to an aquatic/fitness center. A vegetarian lunch buffet with meat and vegan options and light soup supper are included along with planned activities and excursions. Scheduled transportation to shopping, errands and medical appointments also is available.

HERITAGE HILLS in Hendersonville offers a full spectrum of independent living and memory care services administered by a specifically trained and experienced staff. Residents enjoy the convenience of restaurantstyle dining, housekeeping and transportation services among many other benefits. Heritage Hills offers a variety of floor plans. Residents pay a monthly fee that includes such on-site amenities as a hair salon/barber shop, a library/ reading room, an arts and crafts hobby room, a game room with billiards and bar, a computer center with Internet access and walking paths. LAKE POINTE LANDING with its adjacent Life Care Center of Hendersonville offers several levels of care on one campus. Many amenities, services and activities are included or available if needed or desired. For independent living, private ownership villas and rental patio homes are available. The Harbor apartment building houses a swimming pool and theatre/ auditorium as well as independent-

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Come explore a thriving retirement community nestled in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of Western North Carolina. We have a place for you that you can call home.

• 1 or 2 bedroom apartments starting at $55,000 (Some rentals also available) • Up to 2,300 sq. ft. villas from $135,000 • 103-bed AdventHealth across the street • Our own fitness & aquatic center • 90% Return of Capital program

150 Tulip Trail • Hendersonville, NC 28792 800-249-2882 • 828-209-6930

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living rental apartments. The Bridge at Lake Pointe Landing offers assisted living services. Intermediate and skilled nursing care for rehabilitation or long-term care are available at the adjacent Life Care Center of Hendersonville. As a top retirement destination, Henderson County offers not only exceptional living choices but also a great range of services and activities to enhance retirement.

RETIREMENT RESOURCES

COUNCIL ON AGING FOR HENDERSON COUNTY

828-692-4203 COAHC.org

For more than 50 years, the Council on Aging for Henderson County has been providing and coordinating services that engage, connect and support local adults as they age. COAHC strives to ensure that no one ages alone through programs that include Meals on Wheels (delivery of meals to homebound seniors), “Lunch at the Sammy” congregate dining and activities, liquid nutrition, caregiver services, senior companions and community resource coordination. The Council on Aging also offers seasonal services including a heat-relief assistance program and shelf-stable meals for inclement weather.

MILLS RIVER LIFE ENRICHMENT CENTER

United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall 137 Old Turnpike Road, Mills River 828-808-5581 MillsRiverUMC.org

Each Thursday, Mills River Life Enrichment Center offers senior adults a place to enjoy fellowship and a wide range of programs from talks on healthy aging to entertainment. A meal is served following each program. MRLEC is a nondenominational outreach ministry of the Mills River United Methodist Church. Lunch reservations are required.

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MEMBER SIPC MOUNTAINCARE ADULT DAY SERVICES

55 N Hillside Road, Hendersonville 828-697-7070 MountainCareServices.org

MountainCare Adult Day Services offers a safe and enjoyable place for aging and impaired adults to stay engaged during the day. Compassionate staff at MountainCare’s two centers offer an affordable alternative to staying home alone or entering a nursing home. Adult Day Health/Day Care provides much-needed time for caregivers to work or manage other responsibilities during the day. It also provides peace of mind that loved ones are surrounded by friends and a team of professionals who monitor conditions, safely administer medications, provide nutritious meals and offer meaningful activities that stimulate mind, body and spirit. Offering a high-quality, affordable program for adults with impairments, this center is open from 8AM to 5:30PM, Monday through Friday.

LIFELONG LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES

BLUE RIDGE CENTER FOR LIFELONG LEARNING

180 West Campus Drive, Flat Rock 828-694-1740 BRCLL.com

Located on Blue Ridge Community College’s Flat Rock campus, Blue Ridge Center for Lifelong Learning offers a full slate of enrichment and educational programming. Participants can select from courses on a wide variety of topics including US, international and Appalachian history, current affairs, technology,

Lake Pointe Landing and its adjacent facility The Bridge provide independent living and several levels of care.

literature and more. The program also hosts a series called “For Your Health” which brings in various medical professionals to discuss topics related to healthy aging. There is a one-time lifetime membership fee to receive a newsletter of classes emailed monthly.

LIFE@WESTERN CAROLINA

28 Schenck Parkway, Suite 102, Asheville 828-227-7397 Life.WCU.edu

A program of Western Carolina University, the mission of LIFE@ Western Carolina is to establish a community of lifelong learners ages 50 and older by offering participantdetermined topics of interest that promote learning and communityuniversity engagement.

OSHER LIFELONG LEARNING CENTER AT UNC-ASHEVILLE

Reuter Center, One University Heights, Asheville 828-251-6140 OLLIAsheville.UNCA.edu

A nationally acclaimed learning program for older adults, the Osher Lifelong Learning Center at UNC Asheville offers opportunities for lifelong learning, leadership, community service and continued growth in a variety of settings. Founded in 1988 as the North Carolina Center for Creative Retirement, OLLI’s programming includes intellectual and cultural pursuits as well as social, physical and practical life courses such as life transition and retirement relocation planning, including its Creative Retirement Exploration Weekend (CREW). OLLI’s College for Seniors (CFS) program offers more than 350 courses in four terms every year, including some online programs.

SENIORS REAL ESTATE SPECIALISTS®

HOW THEY CAN HELP PEOPLE 50 AND OLDER WITH RELOCATION

To better address the unique needs of home buyers and sellers who are 50 years old and older, some real estate agents earn the SRES® – or Seniors Real Estate Specialist® – designation. The SRES® designation indicates that a REALTOR® has demonstrated the necessary knowledge and expertise to counsel clients age 50 and older through the major financial and lifestyle transitions involved with relocating, refinancing or selling their home. SRES® designees recognize that a home is often the largest and most precious asset that older adults have and these certified senior specialists can help with navigating the financial and emotional aspects of selling a long-held family home. REALTORS® with the SRES® designation have knowledge about a range of senior-related aspects of home ownership including managing capital gains and tax implications, how Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security affect real estate decisions, how Universal Design can help people stay independent in their homes and how to avoid loan schemes and scams that target older adults. SRES® designees have specific training and experience related to assisting older adults with real estate transactions, including: • Creating a customized plan to market and sell property. • Understanding unique needs and creating a personalized plan to ensure a home meets those needs now and in the future.

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