Thank you for your interest in The GEM Center on the Outer Banks of North Carolina. We are a community-based nonprofit organization dedicated to providing quality services to both participants and caregivers. GEM provides a positive and supportive day environment for adults with memory loss, physical and mental disabilities and those in need of socialization.

Care is provided at The Community Development Corporation Building on Mustian Street, Kill Devil Hills, Where we provide A lovely, homelike atmosphere. In this relaxed environment, participants take part in a variety of stimulating activities such as exercise, crafts, baking, current events discussion, pet visits, gardening and music programs.

We invite you to become a part of the GEM family; participants, caregivers, volunteers, donors, advocates and staff are all integral members of our community.

GEM offers monthly parties to all senior citizens who would like to attend on the third Wednesday of each month. If you would like to volunteer and/or host one of these parties, call Gail Sonnesso at 480-3354 or email gsonnesso@gmail.com.

Please call GEM at (252) 480-3354 for information on how you can get involved.

Article / Blog Links

When Boomers Get Dementia - June 2, 2010, The New York Times

Outer Banks Seniors North Carolina Senior GEM Games at Baum Center Gem bowling - May 24, 2010

Outer Banks Caregiver Support Group

Caregiving can be both a rewarding and challenging experience. Connect with other caregivers in the area and gain insight into dementia care. Call Gail at (252) 480-3354 for more information.