Davie County's Roadmap
AAA Region I

Aging Snapshot

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

• By 2030 the population age 65 and older will increase 110% to 11,753 people. This group will make up 20% of the county’s population.
• Compared to the state, older adults have similar demographics and education levels, but less disability (61% report no disabilities) and 77% live in rural areas.
• The median income is similar, and fewer people age 75+ are at the poverty level.
• There were 6 Code Orange days in 2006.
• There were fewer hospitalizations for heart disease in 2006.

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

Health Promotion Programming in Davie County

Organizations/Facilities/Groups

• Lexington Senior Center
• Thomasville Senior Center
• Davie County Senior Services
• Davidson County Senior Services
• Tom A. Finch Community YMCA

Evidence-based Health Promotion Programs

• Tobacco Cessation Programs: Quitline
• Tobacco Cessation Programs: Become an Ex
• Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program
• Fit and Strong!
• Living Healthy (CDSMP) - Region I (Surry, Stokes, Yadkin, Forsyth, Davie)
• Powerful Tools for Caregivers
• Breast and Cervical Cancer Control Program (BCCCP)
• Living Healthy - Region G (Rockingham, Caswell, Guilford, Alamance, Davidson, Randolph, Montgomery)
• Access Dental Care