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service agreements with other agencies and this meeting was to explore <br /> possibilities with the OCDoA and possibly OCPT. <br /> • Currently, the MebFit 5k raises money each year to pay for current fitness <br /> programming. <br /> • Mebane is in the Triad AAA, not Central Pines. <br /> • Triad AAA uses evidence-based fitness instructors; they already talked to <br /> them about providing classes at the Mebane Arts Center. Unsure of where it <br /> will go. <br /> The group discussion focused on the growth in Mebane and its impact on services and <br /> facilities.While residents from neighboring areas can access some general services, <br /> certain programs, such as lunch and AT services, are restricted due to funding.The group <br /> highlighted the need for additional facilities due to space limitations at existing centers, <br /> though a lean budget year and the lengthy process for new construction present <br /> challenges. Funding for operations is split roughly 60% county and 40%federal. Emphasis <br /> was placed on fostering collaboration with area agencies and ensuring positive <br /> relationships with neighboring counties. <br /> 2022-27 Master Aging Plan <br /> 8. First Quarter Year 3 Reports from Workgroup Leaders <br /> a. Communications—Marilyn Hohl <br /> I. Orange County Equity& Inclusion database from Tate Consulting shared with <br /> Workgroup. Database is compatible with Emma communications software to send <br /> audience-specific information by group <br /> II. Video spotlighting OCDoA VC 55+volunteer, Jackie Podger, was created and <br /> posted to OC YouTube. Uploaded to OCDoA YouTube. Video spotlighting OCDoA <br /> Handy Helper volunteer, Roger Callanan, was created and posted to OC YoutTube. <br /> Uploaded to OCDoA YouTube. <br /> III. OCDOA staff tabled at 4 events sharing information in English, Spanish and <br /> Chinese making direct contact with 170+ individuals. <br /> b. Community Support and Health Services—Shenae McPherson and Latonya Brown <br /> I. MOWOCNC: Have two Mandarin Chinese speakers checking in with our Mandarin <br /> speaking clients. Increased #of UNC/college student volunteers (mostly over <br /> summer-6; but have 2-3 that are new for fall). <br /> II. OCDOA: July 18, 2024-4 dementia friends trained (volunteers); August 4, 2024- <br /> 27 dementia friends trained (faith-based: Oak Ridge Presbyterian Church); August <br /> 29, 2024—8 dementia friends trained (education: UNC-Chapel Hill Students) <br /> III. OCHD: We have a connection with the Cedar Grove community center where the <br /> older adults, —30, participated in the CHA listening sessions last fall and will be <br /> presenting to them in October 2024 on our community health improvement plans <br /> and will be asking for their feedback <br /> IV. UNC Health Trauma Program: meet once a month at Cedar Grove Community <br /> Center since April for a Walk with Ease monthly walk(July 10th and September 4th, <br />