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CONSUMER HELP AND
INFORMATION
Prescription Drug Discount Programs
Drug Discounts
Some drug manufacturing companies have developed prescription
discount programs for seniors. To be eligible for these
programs Medicare beneficiaries usually must have a
limited household income and no other prescription drug
coverage.
Membership Programs
Membership programs offer discounts on prescriptions,
vision care, hearing aids, and other healthcare needs
for an annual fee.
Mail Order Pharmacies
Some companies offer savings on prescriptions obtained
by mail and ordered by telephone or over the Internet.
North Carolina Senior Care Program
P.O. Box 10068
Raleigh, NC 27605-5068
1-866-266-1388 toll free
www.ncseniorcare.com
To help seniors cope with the rising cost of prescription
drugs, the State of North Carolina has introduced the
Senior Care prescription drug card program. Senior Care
pays for 60% of the first $1000 (up to $600 per year)
of prescription costs for the treatment of heart disease,
diabetes, and chronic lung disease. Members pay the
remaining 40% of their covered drug costs, plus a service
fee of $6 per prescription. Any costs beyond the $600
covered by this program (or drug costs for the treatment
of other illnesses) are the member's responsibility.
You can use your Senior Care card to obtain prescription
drugs and insulin covered by Senior Care at over 1,500
pharmacies across North Carolina.
Pharmaceutical Company Programs (PhRMA)
1-800-762-4636
Through the PhRMA program, some pharmaceutical manufacturing
companies provide limited prescription drugs to physicians
for distribution to needy patients. Each company determines
the eligibility criteria for its program and applications
must be signed by your physician. A list of participating
companies is available at www.phrma.org. and information
about drugs covered is found at www.rxassist.org or
www.needymeds.com.
TRICARE
1-877-363-6337
www.tricare.osd.mil
Military retirees who have served at least 20 years
are eligible for low cost prescriptions (as are their
dependants). Retirees must be registered with the Defense
Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System (DEERS). Prescriptions
can be obtained by mail order and from both network
and non-network pharmacies.
Veterans Administration
The Veterans Administration (VA) provides free prescriptions
for low-income veterans who have been honorably discharged
from the military. Other veterans may obtain prescriptions
for $7. Veterans must enroll with the VA, be seen by
a VA doctor and receive the prescriptions from VA hospitals
and pharmacies.
1-877-222-8387
www.va.gov
Safety and Security
Consumer Protection
Better Business Bureau of Northwest Carolina, Inc.
500 West Fifth Street, Suite 202
Winston-Salem, NC 27101-2728
(336) 725-8348 or 1-800-777-8348
Email: info@nwncbbb.com
Provides consumer services including pre-purchase information
on home improvement, buying cars and insurance. Provides
mediation and arbitration services. Automated 24-hour
service for reports on businesses.
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Washington, D.C. 20207-0001
1-800-638-2772
Email: info@cpsc.gov
North Carolina Utilities Commission
4325 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-4325
(919) 733-7328
Web site: www.ncuc.commerce.state.nc.us
Police
Alleghany County
Alleghany County Sheriff's Department
Law Enforcement Circle
40 Alleghany Street
Sparta, NC 28675
(336) 372-4455
The Sparta Police Department
Alleghany Law Enforcement Center
40 Alleghany Street
P.O. Box 1018
Sparta, NC 28675
(336) 372-4252
Ashe County
Ashe County Sheriff's Department
205 Academy St
Jefferson, North Carolina 28640
(336) 219-2600
West Jefferson Police Department
28 E. Main Street
West Jefferson, Ohio 43162
(336) 246-3551
Jefferson Police Department
302 E Main St
Jefferson, North Carolina 28640
(336) 246-5529
Avery County
Avery County Sheriff's Department
P.O. Box 426
Newland, North Carolina 28657
(828) 733-5855
Banner Elk Police Department
200 Park Ave
Banner Elk, North Carolina 28604
(828) 898-4300
Beech Mountain Police Department
Box 403 Beech Mountain Parkway
Banner Elk, NC 28604
(828) 387-2342
Sugar Mountain Police Department
P O Box 1135
Banner Elk, NC 28604
(828) 898-4349
Mitchell County
Mitchell County Sheriff's Department
P.O. Box 513
Bakersville, North Carolina 28705
(828) 688-2171
Bakersville Police Department
306 Mitchell Ave
Bakersville, North Carolina 28705
(828) 688-2113
Spruce Pine Police Department
106 Highland Ave
Spruce Pine, North Carolina 28777
(828) 765-2233
Watauga County
Blowing Rock Police Department
P.O. Box 603
Blowing Rock, North Carolina 28605
(828) 295-5210
Boone Police Department
1500 Blowing Rock Rd
Boone, North Carolina 28607
(828) 262-4500
Seven Devils Police Department
1356 Seven Devils Rd
Seven Devils, NC 28604
(828) 963-5343
Watauga County Sheriff's Department
330 Queen St
Boone, North Carolina 28607
(828) 264-3761
Wilkes County
Wilkes County Police Department
100 West Street
Wilkesboro, North Carolina 28697
(336) 667-7277
North Wilkesboro Police Department
801 Main St
North Wilkesboro, North Carolina 28659
(336) 838-3158
Wilkes County Sheriff's Office
201 Curtis Bridge Rd
Wilkesboro, North Carolina 28697
(336) 903-7600
Yancey County
Burnsville Sheriff's Department
East Main St
Burnsville, North Carolina 28714
(828) 682-2124
Burnsville Police Department
P.O. Box 97
Burnsville, North Carolina 28714
(828) 682-4683
Victim/Witness Assistance
National Domestic Violence Hotline
1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
The National Domestic Violence Hotline is staffed 24
hours a day by trained counselors who can provide crisis
assistance and information about shelters, legal advocacy,
health care centers, and counseling. There is also a
toll-free number for the hearing impaired, 1-800-787-3224.
The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
1-888-333-AFSP
www.afsp.org
The group has 20 chapters nationwide and links to approximately
400 support groups for survivors of suicides among all
age groups.
The National Hopeline Network/ Suicide Prevention
1-800-SUICIDE
www.suicide.hotlines.com
The number operates 24 hours a day, routing calls to
the nearest crisis line or mental health center.
The Friendship Line
1-800-971-0016
www.gioa.org/programs/cesp/cesp.html
This group is aimed at senior suicide, and the phone
line offers emotional support and referrals. It's operated
by San Francisco's Center for Elderly Suicide Prevention
and Grief Counseling.
Ashe County
A.S.H.E. - A Safe Home for Everyone
(336) 982-8851
Finances and Estate Planning
Taxes
North Carolina Department of Revenue
501 North Wilmington Street
Raleigh, NC 27604
(919) 733-3991
Federal Tax Help
1-800-829-1040 or 1-800-829-4477
1-800-829-3676 forms 1-800-829-4059 TTY
Recorded tax and refund information.
AARP
1-888-227-7669 (Information center)
1-800-424-3410 (Member information)
Alleghany County
Alleghany Council on Aging
P.O. Box 416
Sparta, NC 28675
(336) 372-4640 or (336) 372-7677
Ashe County
Ashe Services for Aging, Inc.
180 Chatty Rob Lane
P.O. Box 9
W. Jefferson, NC 28694
(336) 246-2461
Avery County
Avery Senior Services, Inc.
165 Shultz Circle
Newland, NC 28657
(828) 733-8220
Mitchell County
Mitchell Senior Center
152 Ledger School Road
Bakersville, NC 28705
(828) 688-3019
Watauga County
Watauga County Project on Aging
Lois E. Harrill Senior Center
132 Popular Grove Connector, Suite A
Boone, NC 28607
(828) 265-8090
Watauga County Project on Aging
Western Watauga Community Center
1801 Hwy Old 421
Sugar Grove, NC 28679
(828) 297-5195
Wilkes County
Wilkes Senior Center and Respite Care of Wilkes Co.,
Inc.
P.O. Box 2695
Wilkesboro, NC 28659
(336) 667-5281
Yancey County
Yancey County Committee on Aging
10 Swiss Avenue
Burnsville, NC 28714
(828) 682-6011
Veterans Services
The American Legion
P.O. Box 26657
Raleigh, NC 27611-6657
(919) 832-7506
Paralyzed Veterans of America National Service Office
Winston-Salem VARO, Room 424
251 North Main Street
Winston-Salem, NC 27155
(336) 631-5189/5222
Veterans of Foreign Wars
P.O. Box 25337
Raleigh, NC 27611
(816) 756-3390
Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 7031
144 VFW Drive
Boone, NC 28607
(828) 264-9570
Disabled American Veterans
P.O. Drawer 28146
Raleigh, NC 27611
(859) 441-7300
American Ex-Prisoners of War
7 Margate Lane
Hendersonville, NC 28739
(828) 698-8458
Alleghany County
Alleghany County Veterans Service
1983 Chestnut Grove Church Road
Sparta, NC 28675
(336) 372-4850
Ashe County
Ashe County Veterans Service
P.O. Box 307
Jefferson, NC 28640
(336) 219-2575
Avery County
Avery County Veterans Service
175 Linville Street
Administrative Building Room 205
Newland, NC 28657
(828) 733-8211
Mitchell County
Mitchell County Veterans Service
130 Forest Service Drive
Health Department Building
Bakersville, NC 28705
(828) 688-2200
Watauga County
Watauga County Veterans Service
842 West King Street
Courthouse, Suite 20
Boone, NC 28607
(828) 265-8065
Wilkes County
Wilkesboro Veterans Service
110 North Street
Wilkesboro, NC 28697
(336) 651-7327
Yancey County
Yancey County Veterans Service
County Court House, Room 8
Burnsville, NC 28714
(828) 682-1514
Advocacy, Legal & Self Empowerment
Advocacy
Legal Aid of North Carolina
P.O. Box 111
Boone, NC 28607
1-800-849-3666
(828) 264-5640
High Country Senior Tar Heel Legislature (STHL)
High Country (Region D) Council of Governments, Area
Agency on Aging
P.O. Box 1820
Boone, NC 28607
(828) 265-5434
1-866-219-3643
The purpose of the STHL is to provide information and
education to senior adults on the legislative process
and matters being considered by the N.C. General Assembly,
to promote citizen involvement and advocacy concerning
aging issues before the N.C. General Assembly, and to
assess the legislative needs of older adults by convening
a forum modeled after the N.C. General Assembly. The
NC Senior Tar Heel Legislators report and make recommendations
to the North Carolina General Assembly.
Legal Resources
Legal Aid of North Carolina
P.O. Box 111
Boone, NC 28607
1-800-849-5666
(828) 264-5640
Blue Ridge Dispute Settlement Center
133 N. Water Street
Boone, NC 28607-3515
(828) 264-3040
Serves: Alleghany, Ashe, Avery, Mitchell, Watauga and
Yancey counties
Guardianship
Alleghany County
Alleghany County Courthouse
P.O. Box 61
Sparta, NC 28675
(336) 372-8949
Ashe County
Ashe County Courthouse
P.O. Box 95
Jefferson, NC 28640
(336) 246-5641
Avery County
Avery County Courthouse
P.O. Box 115
Newland, NC 28657
(828) 733-2900
Mitchell County
Mitchell County Courthouse
P.O. Box 402
Bakersville, NC 28705
(828) 688-2161
Watauga County
Watauga County Courthouse
842 W. King Street
Boone, NC 28607
(828) 265-5364
Wilkes County
Wilkes County Courthouse
500 Courthouse Drive
Wilkesboro, NC 28697
(336) 667-1201
Yancey County
Yancey County Courthouse
110 Town Square
Burnsville, NC 28714
(828) 682-2122
To Obtain Legal Records
Death Certificates/ County Department of Health
Alleghany County
Register of Deeds Office
P.O. Box 186
Sparta, NC 28675
(336) 372-4342
Alleghany Co. Health Department
157 Health Services Road
Sparta, NC 28675
(336) 372-5644
Ashe County
Register of Deeds Office
P.O. Box 367
Jefferson, NC 28640
(336) 246-1845
Ashe County Health Department
P.O. Box 208
413 McConnell Street
Jefferson, NC 28640
(336) 246-2013
Avery County
Register of Deeds Office
P.O. Box 87
Newland, NC 28657
(828) 733-8265
Avery County Health Department
P.O. Box 325
545 Shultz Circle
Newland, NC 28657
(828) 733-6052
Mitchell County
Register of Deeds Office
P.O. Box 82
Bakersville, NC 28705
(828) 688-2139
Mitchell County Health Department
130 Forest Service Road
Bakersville, NC 28705
(828) 688-4668
Watauga County
Register of Deeds Office
842 W. King Street, Suite 9
Boone, NC 28607
(828) 265-8052
Watauga County Health Department
141 Health Center Drive
Boone, NC 28607
(828) 264-6641
Wilkes County
Register of Deeds Office
500 Courthouse Dr., Suite 1000
Wilkesboro, NC 28697
(336) 651-7351
Wilkes County Health Department
306 College Street
Wilkesboro, NC 28697
(336) 651-7451
Yancey County
Register of Deeds Office
Courthouse, Room 4
Burnsville, NC 28714
(828) 682-2174
Yancey County Health Department
10 Swiss Avenue
Burnsville, NC 28714
(828) 682-6118
Birth Certificate/ Marriage Certificates
Alleghany County
Alleghany County Courthouse
P.O. Box 61
Sparta, NC 28675
(336) 372-8949
Ashe County
Ashe County Courthouse
150 Government Circle
Suite 2300
Jefferson, NC 28640
(336) 219-2540
Avery County
Avery County Courthouse
P.O. Box 115
Newland, NC 28657
(828) 733-2900
Mitchell County
Mitchell County Courthouse
P.O. Box 402
Bakersville, NC 28705
(828) 688-2161
Watauga County
Watauga County Courthouse
842 W. King Street
Boone, NC 28607
(828) 265-5364
Wilkes County
Wilkes County Courthouse
500 Courthouse Drive
Wilkesboro, NC 28697
(336) 667-1201
Yancey County
Yancey County Courthouse
110 Town Square
Burnsville, NC 28714
(828) 682-2122
Probate Court
Alleghany County
Alleghany County Courthouse
P.O. Box 61
Sparta, NC 28675
(336) 372-8949
Ashe County
Ashe County Courthouse
150 Government Circle
Suite 3100
Jefferson, NC 28640
(336) 246-5641
Avery County
Avery County Courthouse
P.O. Box 115
Newland, NC 28657
(828) 733-2900
Mitchell County
Mitchell County Courthouse
P.O Box 402
Bakersville, NC 28705
(828) 688-2161
Watauga County
Watauga County Courthouse
842 W. King Street
Boone, NC 28607
(828) 265-5364
Wilkes County
Wilkes County Courthouse
500 Courthouse Drive
Wilkesboro, NC 28697
(336) 667-1201
Yancey County
Yancey County Courthouse
110 Town Square
Burnsville, NC 28714
(828) 682-2122
Elected Representatives
N.C.. Representative Gene Wilson (R) (District 82-
Ashe and Watauga)
881 Queen Street
Boone, NC 28607
(828) 264-5365
E-mail: genew@ncleg.net
N.C. Representative Tracy Walker (R) (District 83-
Wilkes)
1111 Brookwood Drive
Wilkesboro, NC 28697
(336) 838-0606
E-mail: tracyw@ncleg.net
N.C. Representative Phillip D. Frye (R) (District 84-
Avery and Mitchell)
P.O. Box 589
Spruce Pine, NC 28777
(828) 765-4925
Email: phillipf@ncleg.net
N.C. Representative Jim Harrell (D) (District 90- Alleghany)
480 Hawthorne Road
Elkin, NC 28621
(336) 835-4636
Email: jimha@ncleg.net
N.C. Representative Raymond Rapp (D) (District 118-
Yancey)
133 Quail Ridge Road
Mars Hill, NC 28754
(828) 689-2214
Email: raymondr@ncleg.net
Senator John Garwood (R) (District 30- Wilkes)
453 Mark Lane
N. Wilkesboro, NC 28659
(336) 838-5378
E-mail: johnga@ncleg.net
Senator Virginia Foxx (R) (District 45- Alleghany,
Ashe, Watauga and Wilkes)
11468 Hwy 105
Banner Elk, NC 28604
(828) 963-5829
E-mail: virginiaf@ncleg.net
Senator Joe Sam Queen (D) (District 47- Avery, Mitchell
and Yancey)
71 Pigeon Street
Waynesville, NC 28786
(828) 452-4286
E-mail: joeg@ncleg.net
Voting Resources/Absentee Ballots
Alleghany County
Board of Elections
P.O. Box 65
85 E. Grayson and Whitehead Street
Sparta, NC 28675
(336) 372-4557
Ashe County
Board of Elections
150 Government Circle, Suite 2100
Jefferson, NC 28640
(336) 219-2570
Avery County
Board of Elections
P.O. Box 145
Newland, NC 28657
(828) 733-8282
Mitchell County
Board of Elections
P.O. Box 381 North Mitchell Avenue
Bakersville, NC 28705
(828) 688-3101
Watauga County
Board of Elections
P.O. Box 528
Boone, NC 28607
(828) 265-8061
Wilkes County
Board of Elections
Wilkes County Office Building
Wilkesboro, NC 28697
(336) 651-7338
Yancey County
Board of Elections
P.O. Box 763
Courthouse, Room 2
Burnsville, NC 28714
(828) 682-3950
Employment
Experience Works
2200 Clarendon Boulevard, Suite 1000
Arlington, VA 22201
(703) 522-7272
1-800-901-7965
www.experienceworks.org,
www.geezer.com
By putting the experience of older individuals and others
to work, Experience Works will strengthen families,
communities, and our nation. We will promote human dignity
and independence while enabling businesses to be more
competitive. And we will have a positive impact on the
world economy and social fabric as we help to address
the challenges and opportunities of the aging population.
Education and Leisure
Alleghany County
Alleghany Council on Aging, Inc.
85 E. Grayson and Whitehead Street
P.O. Box 413
Sparta, NC 28675
(336) 372-4640 or (336) 372-7677
Ashe County
Ashe Services for Aging, Inc.
180 Chatty Rob Lane
W. Jefferson, NC 28694
(336) 246-2461
Avery County
Avery Senior Services
165 Shultz Circle
P.O. Box 447
Newland, NC 28657
(828) 733-8220
Mitchell County
Mitchell Senior Center
152 Ledger School Road
Bakersville, NC 28705
(828) 688-3019
Watauga County
Watauga County Project on Aging
132 Popular Grove Connector, Suite A
Boone, NC 28607
(828) 265-8090
Wilkes County
Wilkes Senior Center and Respite Care of Wilkes Co.,
Inc.
128 Mulberry School Road
P.O. Box 2695
Wilkesboro, NC 28659
(336) 667-5281
Yancey County
Yancey County Committee on Aging
10 Swiss Avenue
Burnsville, NC 28714
(828) 682-6011
Colleges and Universities
Alleghany County
Alleghany Campus Wilkes Community College
P.O. Box 220
348 South Main Street
Sparta, NC 28675
(336) 372-5061
Ashe County
Ashe Campus Wilkes Community College
P.O. Box 504
Mount Jefferson Road
Jefferson, NC 28640
(336) 246-9034
(336) 246-8702
Avery County
Lees McRae College
Hwy. 194
P.O. Box 128
Banner Elk, NC 28604
(828) 898-5241
Mayland Community College
Avery Learning Center
205 Cranberry Street
Newland, NC 28657
(828) 733-5883
and
Main Campus
P.O. Box 547
200 Mayland Drive
Spruce Pine, NC 28777
(828) 765-7351
Mitchell County
Mayland Community College
Avery Learning Center
205 Cranberry Street
Newland, NC 28657
(828) 733-5883
and
Main Campus
P.O. Box 547
200 Mayland Drive
Spruce Pine, NC 28777
(828) 765-7351
Watauga County
Appalachian State University
Boone, NC 28608
(828) 262-2000
Caldwell Community College
Watauga Campus
212 White Oak Road
Boone, NC 28607
(828) 297-2185
Wilkes County
Wilkes Community College
1328 Collegiate Drive
P.O. Drawer 120
Wilkesboro, NC 28697
(336) 838-6100
Yancey County
Mayland Community College
Yancey Learning Center
Hwy 19E, Rt. 8
Burnsville, NC 28714
(828) 682-7315
and
Main Campus
P.O. Box 547
Spruce Pine, NC 28777
(828) 765-7351
Elderhostel
National Office
1-877-426-8056
11 Avenue DeLafayette
Boston, MA 02111-1746
www.elderhostel.org
A travel and education program for those age 55 and
older. Classes are held on college campuses. Offers
inexpensive learning and vacation opportunities.
Computer Clubs
Ashe
Ashe Services for Aging, Inc.
180 Chatty Rob Lane
W. Jefferson, NC 28694
(336) 246-2461
Avery
Avery Senior Services
165 Shultz Circle
Newland, NC 28657
(828) 733-8220
Mitchell
Mitchell Senior Center
152 Ledger School Road
Bakersville, NC 28705
(828) 688-3019
Watauga
Watauga County Project on Aging
Lois E. Harrill Senior Center
132 Popular Grove Connector, Suite A
Boone, NC 28607
(828) 265-8090
Watauga County Project on Aging
Western Watauga Community Center
1801 Hwy Old 421
Sugar Grove, NC 28679
(828) 297-5195
Wilkes
Wilkes Senior Center and Respite Care of Wilkes Co.,
Inc.
P.O. Box 2695
Wilkesboro, NC 28659
(336) 667-5281
Dancers/Entertainers
Avery, Mitchell, Watauga and Yancey County
High Country Senior Games
Silver Arts; Performing Arts
Comedy, Drama, Vocal, Dance, Instrumental and Other
(828) 264-9511
Wilkes, Ashe, Alleghany County
Blue Ridge Senior Games
Silver Arts, Performing Arts
Comedy, Drama, Vocal, Dance, Instrumental and Other
(336) 667-5281
Wilkes County
Seniors on Stage/Wilkes Play Makers
Benton Hall
200 Flint Hill Road
North Wilkesboro, NC 28697
(336) 838-2872
Publications
High Country Area Agency on Aging Resources for
Older Adults
This directory provides seniors with information on
the different aging programs/services that are available
to them in the 7 county service area.
High Country Area Agency on Aging Newsletter
This newsletter offers up-to-date information for seniors.
Sports
Avery, Mitchell, Watauga and Yancey County
High Country Senior Games
(828) 264-9511
The High Country Senior Games serve residents of Avery,
Mitchell, Watauga and Yancey counties who are 55 and
over. The games include many athletic events such as
tennis, golf, table tennis, swimming, track, field events,
basketball shooting, horse shoes, shuffle-board, spin-casting,
billiards, football and softball throws as well as Silver
Arts such as painting, drawing, photography, crafts,
basket weaving, quilting, floral arrangements, knitting,
pottery, rub hooking and wood work. The games also feature
performing arts, which include dancing, vocal, poetry,
impersonations, comedy and drama recitations. Senior
games offer activities for everyone. Not only are gold,
silver and bronze metals awarded for winners in each
event, but also the friendship and comradeship that
develop from the participation in these events can last
for years to come.
Wilkes, Ashe, Alleghany County
Blue Ridge Senior Games
(336) 667-5281
The Blue Ridge Senior Games serve residents of Wilkes,
Ashe and Alleghany counties who are 55 and over. The
games include many athletic events such as tennis, golf,
table tennis, swimming, track, field events, basketball
shooting, horse shoes, shuffle-board, spin-casting,
billiards, football and softball throws as well as Silver
Arts such as painting, drawing, photography, crafts,
basket weaving, quilting, floral arrangements, knitting,
pottery, rub hooking and wood work. The games also feature
performing arts, which include dancing, vocal, poetry,
impersonations, comedy and drama recitations. Senior
games offer activities for everyone. Not only are gold,
silver and bronze metals awarded for winners in each
event, but also the friendship and comradeship that
develop from the participation in these events can last
for years to come.
Safe Driving Classes
55 Alive/AARP
Information Center
1-888-227-7669
Alleghany County
Alleghany Council on Aging, Inc.
85 E. Grayson and Whitehead Street
P.O. Box 416
Sparta, NC 28675
(336) 372-4640 or (336) 372-7677
55 Alive/AARP Safe Driving Classes offered.
Ashe County
Ashe Services for Aging, Inc.
180 Chatty Rob Lane
W. Jefferson, NC 28694
(336) 246-2461
55 Alive/AARP Safe Driving Classes offered.
Avery County
Avery Senior Services, Inc.
165 Shultz Circle
Newland, NC 28657
(828) 733-8220
55 Alive/AARP Safe Driving Classes offered.
Mitchell County
Mitchell Senior Center
152 Ledger School Road
Bakersville, NC 28705
(828) 688-3019
55 Alive/AARP Safe Driving Classes offered.
Watauga County
Watauga County Project on Aging
L.E. Harrill Senior Center
132 Poplar Grove Circle
Boone, NC 28607
(828) 265-8090
55 Alive/AARP Safe Driving Classes offered.
Wilkes County
Wilkes Senior Center and Respite Care of Wilkes County,
Inc.
P.O. Box 2695
North Wilkesboro, NC 28659
(336) 667-5281
55 Alive/AARP Safe Driving Classes offered.
Yancey County
Yancey County Committee on Aging
10 Swiss Avenue
Burnsville, NC 28714
(828) 682-6011
55 Alive/AARP Safe Driving Classes offered.
Touring the High Country
Appalachian Trail
This 1,995-mile long hiking trail stretches from Georgia
to Maine, crosses Roan Mountain, Hump Mountain and Yellow
Mountain. Trailheads are in Elk Park and Carver's Gap
on Roan Mountain.
Blue Ridge Parkway
This 470 mile-long scenic, two-lane parkway winds through
the Blue Ridge Mountains, enabling you to enjoy the
scenery at a leisurely pace.
Cascades on the Parkway
This one-half-mile trail enables you to see a series
of waterfalls dropping 30 to 40 feet. Deep Gap, 4 miles
north of Hwy. 421 and Blue Ridge Parkway junction.
New River
This 26.5-mile stretch of river, designated a national
wildlife and scenic river, offers canoeing, rafting,
tubing and fishing. Flows through Alleghany, Ashe and
Watauga counties.
Pisgah National Forest
This 500,085-acre National Forest offers lake and stream
fishing, large and small game hunting and camping. Roan
Mountain and Linville Gorge Wilderness are both part
of this national forest. West of Boone & South of
Linville Falls.
Stone Mountain State Park
Named for its 600-foot-high granite formation, this
park offers fishing and hiking. Alleghany and Wilkes
counties.
An Appalachian Summer Festival
1-800-841-2787
A summer cultural festival held on the Appalachian State
University campus, featuring concerts as well as theatre,
dance and visual art exhibits. Classes and camps in
music, dance, art, photography, etc. are also held.
Alleghany County
Alleghany Co. Chamber of Commerce
P.O. Box 1237
Sparta, NC 28675
(336) 372-5473
New River State Park
P.O. Box 48
Jefferson, NC 28640
(336) 982-2587
E-mail: new.river@ncmail.net
Cumberland Knob on the Blue Ridge Parkway
Milepost 217.5
Located near the Virginia state line, Cumberland Knob
was the site where construction of the Blue Ridge Parkway
was started in 1935 as a part of President Roosevelt's
Civilian Conservation Corps. It was therefore the first
recreation area to be opened to the public, and is still
a favorite destination for both locals and visitors.
The mixture of lush woodlands and open fields, housing
a variety of birds and other wildlife, is ideal for
leisurely walks or a more demanding hike to nearby Gully
Creek.
Doughton Park on the Blue Ridge Parkway
Mileposts 238.5-244.7
Doughton Park is a landscape of open meadows and pioneer
cabins, a place to view wildlife and get the feel for
the lives of those who lived her long ago. Originally
known as the Bluffs, this area came by its present name
in honor of Congressman Robert L. Doughton, a long-time
advocate and supporter of the Parkway. Doughton Park
is on the best places along the motor road to view white-tailed
deer, raccoons, red and grey foxes, and bobcats, as
well as spectacular shows of flame azalea and rhododendron
in the late spring.
Ashe County
Ashe County Chamber of Commerce
P.O. Box 31
West Jefferson, NC 28694
(336) 246-9550
Ashe County Cheese Factory
(336) 246-2501
Carolina's only cheese manufacturer is open year-round
for you too see how cheese is made.
Ashe County Little Theatre
(336) 246-4237
Local community theatre group that presents three to
five performances each year in local school auditoriums.
Ashe Arts Center and Gallery
(336) 246-ARTS
Local artists are featured in exhibits here that change
monthly. This is also the home of the Ashe County Arts
Council, the Ashe County Choral Society and the Blue
Ridge Art Clan.
Blue Ridge Music Theatre
(336) 246-4483
Features various musical-performing groups. Call for
schedule or visit www.ashecivic.com
Avery County
Avery/Banner Elk Chamber of Commerce
P.O. Box 335
Banner Elk, NC 28604
(828) 898-5605
Beech Mountain Chamber of Commerce
403 A Beech Mountain Parkway
Banner Elk, NC 28604
(828) 387-9283
Grandfather Mountain
1-800-468-7325
(828) 733-2013
The highest peak in the Blue Ridge Mountains, Grandfather
Mountain is the home of the mile-high swinging bridge,
scenic hiking trails and a nature museum.
Linville Caverns
1-800-419-0540
North Carolina's only natural caverns are open for you
to see daily except in December, January and February
when they are open on the weekends only.
Mitchell County
Mitchell Co. Chamber of Commerce
P.O. Box 858
Spruce Pine, NC 28777
(828) 765-9483
Roan Mountain State Park
(800) 250-8620
Located at 6,300-foot elevation this park features a
beautiful natural rhododendron garden as well as a crossing
point for the Appalachian Trail. Peak bloom occurs in
mid-June.
Penland School of Crafts
(828) 765-6211
This school, renowned for its classes in fiber, wood,
clay and photography, attracts students from across
the nation. It is highly rated as glass art center.
Watauga County
Blowing Rock Chamber of Commerce
P.O. Box 406
Blowing Rock, NC 28605
(828) 295-7851
Boone Chamber of Commerce
208 West Howard Street
Boone, NC 28607
(828) 264-2225
High Country Host
1700 Blowing Rock Road
Boone, NC 28607
(828) 264-1299
Appalachian Heritage Museum
(828) 264-2792 or (828) 264-4726
Exhibits portray the history and culture of the Blue
Ridge area from the time of the Native Americans through
the early 1900s. The museum is housed in the historic
Dougherty House circa 1903.
The Blowing Rock
(828) 295-7111
The view from this natural rock formation 4,000 feet
above the John's River Gorge is breathtaking, weather
permitting.
Boone Greenway Pedestrian/Biking Trail
This two-mile trail is for hiking, jogging and cross
country skiing. It begins near the Watauga Recreation
Complex at Appalachian State University's intramural
fields in Boone.
Daniel Boone Native Gardens
(828) 264-6390
These gardens feature a collection of native North Carolina
plants in an informal landscape design.
Moses Cone Estate and Craft Center
(828) 295-7938
This 3,600-acre park features bridle paths, hiking trails,
trout streams, two lakes and a craft center located
in the Manor House.
Mast General Store
(828) 963-6511
See a nostalgic and authentic country store dating back
to 1883, located in the community of Valle Crucis.
Cone Manor House and Craft Center
(828) 295-7938
This estate offers 25 miles of horse and carriage trails,
while the Manor House on the grounds serves as a craft
center.
Julian Price Memorial Park
(865) 436-5615
This 4,000-acre park with 47-acre lake includes campgrounds,
picnic area, boat rentals, fishing, hiking trails and
interpretive programs.
Tweetsie Railroad
1-800-526-5740
This family-fun theme park features the famous "Tweetsie,"
a steam-fired locomotive that got its name because of
the unusual sounds of its whistle. At the park, you
take a three-mile ride on the Tweetsie. Along the way
you'll be attacked by Indians and held up by train robbers.
Also featured are other rides, live entertainment, crafts
and shopping.
ASU Artist and Lecture Series
(828) 262-4046
Nationally and internationally-known lecturers as well
as music, dance and theatre groups are brought to the
Appalachian State University campus.
Horn in the West
(828) 264-2120
The saga of the struggles of the rugged mountain settlers
is presented nightly on the stage at this outdoor theatre
from late June to mid-August.
Wilkes County
Wilkes Chamber of Commerce
P.O. Box 727
N. Wilkesboro, NC 28659-0727
(336) 838-8662
Walker Community Center
Box Office (336) 838-6260
Under the supervision of Wilkes Community College, this
17,000-square-foot facility hosts a variety of cultural
activities and events in the 11,309-seat performing
arts auditorium.
Wilkes Art Gallery
Corner Elizabeth and Hinshaw Streets
(336) 667-2841
Oakwoods Country Club
541 Clubhouse Road
Wilkesboro, NC 28697
(336) 838-3011
Frozen dues rate is offered to members that become senior
citizen age.
Yancey County
Yancey County Chamber of Commerce
106 West Main Street
Burnsville, NC 28714
(828) 682-7413
Blue Ridge Parkway
Offers camping, concession facilities, scenic overlooks,
caverns, waterfalls, Museum of NC Minerals, Craggy Gardens,
and picnic areas.
Camping Sites
Toe River Campground (828) 675-5104
Carolina Hemlocks (828) 682-6146
Black Mountain Campground (828) 682-6146
Saylor Lake RV Park (877) 688-4411
Canoe-Kayak, White Water Rafting and Tubing
Main Street Outpost
(828) 682-1206
Fishing and Hunting
Main Street Outpost
(828) 682-1206
Gemhunting
Emerald Village
(828) 765-6463
Golf
Mount Mitchell (828) 675-5454, Mountain Air (800) 247-7791,
Wolf Laurel (800) 221-0409
Linville Caverns
(828) 756-4171
The Orchard at Altapass
(888) 765-9531
Grows apples for sale, hay rides featuring a story teller,
butterfly garden, picnic area, live music, food treats,
handmade crafts, arts, jams, apple butter, cider, mountain
honey, fudge, ice cream, dried fruits and vegetables,
books and toys.
Roan Mountain State Park
(800) 250-8620
Picnic areas, scenic views, scenic trails, and hiking
available.
Mount Mitchell State Park
2388 State Hwy 128
Burnsville, NC 28714
(828) 675-4611
Besides terrific views, this state park includes camping,
visitor facilities, picnicking, horseback riding, hiking,
exhibit hall and educational events.
Volunteer Opportunities
Alleghany County
Alleghany Council on Aging, Inc.
85 E. Grayson and Whitehead Street
P.O. Box 416
Sparta, NC 28675
(336) 372-4640 or (336) 372-7677
Ashe County
Ashe Services for Aging, Inc.
Volunteer Coordination Program
180 Chatty Rob Lane
W. Jefferson, NC 28694
(336) 246-2461
Avery County
Avery Senior Services
Volunteer Avery County
165 Shultz Circle
P.O. Box 447
Newland, NC 28657
(828) 737-0718
Mitchell County
Mitchell Senior Center
152 Ledger School Road
Bakersville, NC 28705
(828) 688-3019
Watauga County
Watauga County Project on Aging
132 Popular Grove Connector, Suite A
Boone, NC 28607
(828) 265-8090
Volunteer Outreach Center
P.O. Box 408
Boone, NC 28607
(828) 265-3337
(828) 264-1614
Email: volunteer@boone.net
Wilkes County
Wilkes Senior Center and Respite Care of Wilkes Co.,
Inc.
P.O. Box 2695
Wilkesboro, NC 28659
(336) 667-5281
Blue Ridge Opportunities Commission Nutrition Program
1203A School Street
Wilkesboro, NC 28697
(336) 667-7174
United Way
1 United Way Building
910 C. Street
N. Wilkesboro, NC 28659
(336) 651-7801
Yancey County
Yancey County Committee on Aging
10 Swiss Avenue
Burnsville, NC 28714
(828) 682-6011
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