Rutherford County's Roadmap
AAA Region C

Aging Snapshot

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

• By 2030 the population 65 and older will increase 45% to 14,835. This group will make up 22% of the county’s population.
• Compared to the state, older adults are slightly less educated, 64% live in rural areas, 92% are white, and there are similar levels of disability.
• The median income is lower than the state, and there are greater numbers of older adults at the poverty level.
• There are slightly more falls and cancers resulting in hospitalizations compared to the state.

For more information on Aging in Rutherford 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 Rutherford County

Organizations/Facilities/Groups

• Rutherford County Senior Center

Evidence-based Health Promotion Programs

• Tobacco Cessation Programs: Quitline
• Tobacco Cessation Programs: Become an Ex
• Powerful Tools for Caregivers
• Breast and Cervical Cancer Control Program (BCCCP)
• Well-Integrated Screening and Evaluation for Women Across the Nation (NCWISEWOMAN)