About Us
High Country Area Agency on Aging
Serving our region with compassion, collaboration, and a commitment to healthy aging.
Mission
High Country Area Agency on Aging is dedicated to improving the lives of older adults, family caregivers and people with disabilities by providing support, education, advocacy and choices throughout their continuum of care.
Vision
A community where all older adults enjoy independence with dignity and respect as a result of community collaboration among all stakeholders involved in the health and well-being of older adults, caregivers, and people with disabilities.
Our Service Area
High Country Area Agency on Aging serves seven counties:
Alleghany
Ashe
Avery
Mitchell
Watauga
Wilkes
Yancey
Our Team
Our team brings diverse expertise and a shared commitment to serving older adults, caregivers, and people with disabilities throughout the High Country.
High Country Area Agency on Aging is a department of
High Country Council of Governments. View the full staff here.
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Tammy Nelson
Aging Services Coordinator, Lifespan Respite
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Samantha Oleschuk
Aging Services Coordinator, Compliance and Administration
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2024–2028
Area Plan on Aging
The Area Plan on Aging (2024–2028) outlines our goals, priorities, and strategies for supporting the region. This plan is shaped by data, community input, and stakeholder feedback to better understand and respond to the needs of older adults, caregivers, and people with disabilities across the High Country.