Annamae T. Giles, MSW, serves as the Program Coordinator for the Cares program at UNC-Chapel Hill School of Social Work. With over 25 years of experience in both macro and direct practice, Annamae’s expertise spans healthcare, end-of-life care, substance use prevention, and aging. Her time with the UNC SSW began in the Winston Salem 3-year MSW Program in 2014, where she contributed as a practicum faculty as well as teaching adult development and social welfare policy.
Currently, Annamae leads a variety of initiatives within the Cares program. She coordinates a project funded by the NC Money Follows the Person program, aimed at assisting Medicaid-eligible North Carolinians transition from inpatient facilities to independent living with support. In addition to this, she co-facilitates the NC Dementia Friendly Communities and Hospitals Network and the Coalition for Dementia Capable NC, assisting the state in its commitment to improve dementia care and awareness. Annamae is project coordinator for the Cares role as NC Affiliate for the Southeast ADA Center, focusing on inclusivity and accessibility. Furthermore, she is involved in workforce training projects for the Division of Aging and Adult Services of NC DHHS, dedicated to enhancing services for the aging population and adult services sector.
