McDowell County's Roadmap
AAA Region C

Aging Snapshot

In 2006 adults ≥ 65 made up 15% of the county’s population

• By 2030 the population age 65 and older will increase 60% to 10,227 people. This group will make up 20% of the county’s population.
• Compared to the state, older adults are less educated, 77% live in rural areas, 96% are white, and 29% have two or more disabilities.
• The median income is lower for all age groups, and greater numbers of older adults are at the poverty level.
• The Corpening YMCA has partnered with the McDowell Senior Center to offer free aerobics classes to older adults.

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

Health Promotion Programming in McDowell County

Organizations/Facilities/Groups

• McDowell County Senior Center
• Corpening Memorial YMCA
• Community Health and Mobility Partnership (CHAMP)

Evidence-based Health Promotion Programs

• Tobacco Cessation Programs: Quitline
• Tobacco Cessation Programs: Become an Ex
• Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Program
• Powerful Tools for Caregivers
• Community Health and Mobiilty Partnership (CHAMP)
• Breast and Cervical Cancer Control Program (BCCCP)