Macon County's Roadmap
AAA Region A

Aging Snapshot

In 2006 adults ≥ 65 made up 22% of the county’s population

• By 2030 the population age 65 and older will increase 72% to 12,718 people. This group will make up 27% of the county’s population. This county already has one of the largest older adult populations in the state.
• Compared to the state, older adults are better educated, 82% live in rural areas, 99% are white, and 21% have two or more disabilities.
• The median income is similar and more of those aged 75+ are at or below the poverty level.

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

Health Promotion Programming in Macon County

Organizations/Facilities/Groups

• Macon County Senior Center
• Macon County Public Health Center

Evidence-based Health Promotion Programs

• Tobacco Cessation Programs: Quitline
• Tobacco Cessation Programs: Become an Ex
• Matter Of Balance
• Living Healthy (CDSMP) - Region A (Cherokee, Graham, Clay, Macon, Swain, Jackson, Haywood)
• Powerful Tools for Caregivers
• Breast and Cervical Cancer Control Program (BCCCP)
• Well-Integrated Screening and Evaluation for Women Across the Nation (NCWISEWOMAN)