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Can I collect age information from participants in North Carolina? What are the requirements?

Based on the information provided in the documents, collecting age information from participants in North Carolina is allowed for the purpose of providing information and assistance services to persons 60 years of age and older or persons acting on behalf of persons age 60 and older who are in need of information or services [2.1]. However, the Division of Aging requires AAAs and service providers to develop and adhere to policies consistent with those of the Division regarding the confidentiality of participant information under Older Americans Act programs [1.5].

It is important to note that any information received from another community service organization or individual shall be treated as any other information generated by the State Division of Aging, Area Agency on Aging or service provider and disclosure thereof will be governed by any condition imposed by the furnishing community service organization or individual [1.3].

Furthermore, the Division of Aging pursues a policy of freedom of information and provides reasonable access to the State plan on aging and approved plans for Title III and other Older Americans Act programs in the State. Such plans shall be available for review at reasonable times at the address of the Division of Aging [1.1].

In summary, collecting age information from participants in North Carolina is allowed for the purpose of providing information and assistance services to persons 60 years of age and older or persons acting on behalf of persons age 60 and older who are in need of information or services. However, any information collected must be treated with confidentiality and in accordance with the policies of the Division of Aging.

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North Carolina