We are excited to announce that we are holding our 2026 Aging With Gusto Conference for FREE in Person County on Tuesday, August 25 from 9am - 12pm. We hope everyone can join us to celebrate as we learn how to "Champion Your Health”, focusing on prevention, wellness, and personal responsibility as cornerstones of healthy aging. It encourages taking an active role in managing your own health, advocating for yourself, accessing preventive care, and making informed decisions that support independence.
In addition to the 2 workshop timeslots, participants will have the opportunity at the beginning of the event to visit a variety of vendor booths with information and resources and everyone will be entered into the chance to win some door prizes. Workshops are on a first-come, first serve basis.
Since there is no fee, we have 2 Ways to Register!! Only register one time one of the 2 ways.
- You can print out the Registration Brochure (pdf version), Registration Brochure (Word document) or pick up one at the Extension Office or Person County Senior Center and fill out the registration section. Either way, you can drop it off at either the Extension Office or Senior Center, mail it back to the address on the form, or you can even take a picture of the registration section and email it to me at jennifer.brown@ncsu.edu
- You can register online at go.ncsu.edu/gusto.
We will be updating the registration page as workshops fill up so register before your favorite gets full. Workshop descriptions are below.
Workshop Session 1
Internet Safety 101
Between scams, hackers, and AI chatbots, the Internet can seem like a scary place, but it doesn't have to be. Learn simple, easy-to-follow steps to keep your information safe and avoid common forms of fraud.
Hands-Only CPR
Hands-Only CPR is a simple, effective technique, involving just two steps: Calling 911 and pushing hard and fast in the center of the chest. We will discuss and practice Hands-Only CPR, so that you have the skills and confidence to do CPR.
Balloon Press Painting
Join the Person County Senior Center for this craft workshop. Using acrylic paints and small inflated balloons, participants will create 2 canvases using this fun method. Using this way of creating with paint - everyone is an artist!
Workshop Session 2
Turning Back the Clock on Aging
As we grow older, daily exercise can help strengthen bones, keep tendons and ligaments loose, and muscles flexible. Just bring yourself dressed in comfy clothes and we will show you how to age backwards
Downsizing and Decluttering
Having too much stuff can impede people from relocating or getting health care into their homes. We will explore why stuff is important for some people and teaches practical, easy-to-follow tips on downsizing and decluttering.
Avoiding Scams & Fraud
Join the NC Department of Justice for this workshop to avoid scams. They will help you learn more about how to identify prevalent scams and frauds, respond if you think you’ve been scammed, and keep yourself and your information safe.
