Catawba County Council on Aging
Visit WebsiteOur mission is to provide a focal point for aging resources, as well as opportunities designed to extend independent living and enrich the quality of life for Catawba County’s older adults. We operate the West Hickory Senior Center and partner with libraries, recreation centers, churches, and other organizations to provide services to senior citizens throughout Catawba County.
Financial Assistance
Donations and sponsorships supporting Council on Aging operations and programs.
Donations
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Financial and in-kind donations supporting operating costs, the food pantry, and senior programs throughout Catawba County.
Sponsorships
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Sponsorships for special events and fundraisers benefiting Catawba County seniors.
Operating Supplies Donations
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Donations of operating supplies for the senior center: copy paper, paper towels, and toilet paper.
Food & Nutrition
West Hickory Senior Center Food Pantry — providing nutritional support to seniors and accepting donations.
West Hickory Senior Center Food Pantry
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Food pantry at the West Hickory Senior Center providing non-perishable food, liquid nutritional supplements (Boost, Ensure), and incontinence supplies to seniors. Donations of these items welcomed.
Senior Health & Services
Senior services and programs — health, legal, financial, and case-assistance support for Catawba County older adults.
Senior center programs, community resources
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Programs and community resources for Catawba County's older adults at the West Hickory Senior Center, in partnership with libraries, recreation centers, churches, and other organizations.
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer opportunities — counsel, teach, deliver, host, and connect with Catawba County seniors.
Medicare Counseling
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Train to be a Seniors' Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP) counselor and help seniors navigate Medicare coverage.
Tax Preparation
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Train to be an AARP Tax-Aide counselor and help seniors with free tax return preparation.
Newsletter Distribution
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Deliver newsletters to various locations throughout Catawba County.
Special Events Volunteers
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Volunteer at Council on Aging special events and fundraisers.
Class Instruction Volunteers
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Lead or assist with senior classes at the West Hickory Senior Center — fitness, art, technology, and more.
Office Assistance Volunteers
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Help with office tasks at the Catawba County Council on Aging — clerical, reception, mailings.
Community Chorus Volunteers
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Sing with the Community Chorus or help with chorus organization.
Telephone Reassurance Volunteers
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Make regular check-in calls to seniors who live alone, providing wellness contact and connection.
Food & Nutrition
West Hickory Senior Center Food Pantry — providing nutritional support to seniors and accepting donations.
West Hickory Senior Center Food Pantry
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Food pantry at the West Hickory Senior Center providing non-perishable food, liquid nutritional supplements (Boost, Ensure), and incontinence supplies to seniors. Donations of these items welcomed.
Senior Health & Services
Senior services and programs — health, legal, financial, and case-assistance support for Catawba County older adults.
Senior center programs, community resources
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Programs and community resources for Catawba County's older adults at the West Hickory Senior Center, in partnership with libraries, recreation centers, churches, and other organizations.
Medicare Counseling (SHIIP)
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Free Medicare counseling for seniors through the Seniors' Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP).
Free Tax Preparation
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Free tax return preparation for seniors through AARP Tax-Aide volunteers.
Legal Aid
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Legal aid services for seniors.
Advance Directives
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Advance directive preparation and assistance for seniors planning end-of-life care.
Vaccine Clinics
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Vaccine clinics held at the West Hickory Senior Center for seniors.
Mammogram Clinic
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Mammogram screening clinic for seniors.
Health Promotion Classes
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Health promotion classes covering topics such as chronic disease management, nutrition, and wellness for older adults.
Exercise Classes
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Exercise classes designed for older adults to support fitness and independent living.
Caregiver Support Group
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Support group for caregivers of older adults, providing resources and peer connection.
Information and Case Assistance
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Information and case assistance to help seniors and caregivers navigate available services and resources.
Notary Service
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Free notary service available to seniors at the senior center.
Arts, Culture & Recreation
Senior recreation, social activities, and lifelong-learning classes at the West Hickory Senior Center.
Technology Classes
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Technology classes for seniors covering computer skills, smartphones, and internet basics.
Art and Craft Classes
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Art and craft classes for seniors at the West Hickory Senior Center.
Crochet Club
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Senior crochet club meeting at the West Hickory Senior Center.
Quilting Club
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Senior quilting club meeting at the West Hickory Senior Center.
Games Group
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Senior games group for social play at the West Hickory Senior Center.
Music Events
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Music events and performances at the West Hickory Senior Center.
Bingo
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Bingo nights for seniors at the West Hickory Senior Center.
Trivia
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Trivia nights for seniors at the West Hickory Senior Center.
Community Chorus
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Community Chorus for seniors who enjoy singing together.
Virtual Activities
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Virtual programs and activities for seniors who prefer or need remote participation.
Intergenerational Programs
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Intergenerational programs connecting seniors with younger community members.
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer opportunities — counsel, teach, deliver, host, and connect with Catawba County seniors.
Medicare Counseling
Give
Train to be a Seniors' Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP) counselor and help seniors navigate Medicare coverage.
Tax Preparation
Give
Train to be an AARP Tax-Aide counselor and help seniors with free tax return preparation.
Newsletter Distribution
Give
Deliver newsletters to various locations throughout Catawba County.
Special Events Volunteers
Give
Volunteer at Council on Aging special events and fundraisers.
Class Instruction Volunteers
Give
Lead or assist with senior classes at the West Hickory Senior Center — fitness, art, technology, and more.
Office Assistance Volunteers
Give
Help with office tasks at the Catawba County Council on Aging — clerical, reception, mailings.
Community Chorus Volunteers
Give
Sing with the Community Chorus or help with chorus organization.
Telephone Reassurance Volunteers
Give
Make regular check-in calls to seniors who live alone, providing wellness contact and connection.
Email: councilonaging@catawbacouncilonaging.org
Phone: 828-328-2269
Area Served: Catawba County
Hours of Operation: Mon–Thu 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM; Fri 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM (Friday hours may vary)
Executive Director
Email: vickieblevins@catawbacouncilonaging.org
Phone: 828-328-2269
Area Served: Catawba County
Available Languages: English
West Hickory Senior Center
400 17th St SW
Hickory, NC 28602
Hickory, NC 28602
Mailing Address
PO Box 835
Hickory, NC 28603
Hickory, NC 28603
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Catawba County Council on Aging