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Description: Running a small system can be challenging. Along with meeting regulatory obligations and satisfying customer expectations, you may have issues with aging infrastructure, lack of personnel, and limited financial resources. Furthermore, small systems often cost more to operate per capita than large systems because of economy of scale. This can further complicate operations. One strategy

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  Eastern North Carolina regional NC Senior Tar Heel delegates met at ECCAAA on July 6, 2022, discuss their legislative priorities that they will be submitting to the Senior Tar Heel Legislation. Priorities discussed included increasing Home Community Care Block Grant (HCCBG) funding based on the original 8 million that was requested in previous years,

    Eastern Carolina Council Area Agency on Aging (ECCAAA), New Bern Fire Department, and the New Bern Police Department have partnered together to bring the Project Lifesaver Program to New Bern, NC. Agencies are currently working together to develop the program and pilot it over the next year. ECCAAA applied and received an Alzheimer’s Foundation

Jelly Drops Come to Eastern North Carolina ECCAA staff will be distributing Jelly Drops throughout the region to Family Caregiver Support providers to educate clients on an innovated hydration intake method. Jelly drops assist people with dementia, the elderly, and others who are struggling to stay hydrated. With an eye-catching colorful design and a teardrop

North Carolina State Government Grant Opportunities The North Carolina state government website nc.gov recently launched a searchable resource that as of May 2022 lists in one place for the first time over 80 opportunities for grants from state agencies. Users can search by keyword or category and can export the data into a spreadsheet.