Tag: Valley Program for Aging Services
VPAS highlights Meals on Wheels program
Valley Program for Aging Services will participate in the 15th annual March for Meals Community Champions Week.
VPAS launches Farm Market Fresh for Seniors program
The Farm Market Fresh for Seniors program is supported by the USDA Food and Nutrition Service.
Walmart Foundation funds Meals on Wheels expansion
Valley Program for Aging Services will be able to expand its Meals on Wheels program, thanks to the generosity of the Walmart Foundation.
Diabetes workshop launching next week in Waynesboro
The Valley Program for Aging Services is launching a pair of new Diabetes Self Management workshop opportunities for area residents.
VPAS strategic planning meeting postponed: Snow
The Valley Program for Aging Services strategic planning Community Listening Session scheduled for Friday has been postponed due to expected inclement weather.
Valley Program for Aging Services seeks public input on future services
The Valley Program for Aging Services is seeking public input from members of this community as part of its strategic planning process.
Energy Assistance application period in Highland now open
The Energy Assistance, Fuel Component application period is open until November 13, 2015. Eligibility is based on income and actual heating cost.
Seniors can get help with energy bills
Homeowners and renters: If you qualify as a low-to-moderate-income household Community Housing Partners can help reduce your energy bills and make your home more comfortable, energy efficient and affordable year around.
Presentation on Medicare Part D in Highland County
Amy Adkins Taylor, VICAP Program Coordinator with the Valley Program for Aging Services, spoke to 33 people at the community luncheon held at the Highland Inn in Monterey about Medicare and Part D on Wednesday.
Questions about Medicare?
The Medicare Open Enrollment period is Oct. 15-Dec. 7. If you have questions about which Part D drug plans or Medicare Advantage plans will be available in our local area for 2016, how to compare their costs and benefits, and would like assistance with enrollment, Valley Program for Aging Services (VPAS) is here to help.
Free Medicare Open Enrollment program at Staunton Senior Center
Find out about Medicare Part D or Medicare Advantage plans for 2016 by attending a free Medicare Open Enrollment program presented by Amy Adkins, Insurance Counselor with the Virginia Counseling & Assistance Program on Thursday, October 15 at 10:30 a.m. at Staunton Senior Center.
Monterey Senior Luncheon at the Highland Inn in Monterey
Jeanne Flinn, Integrative Behavior Health Therapist from Highland Medical Center, will talk from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday at the Highland Inn in Monterey about caring for aging parents.
VPAS offers Farm Market Fresh for Seniors program
Farm Market Fresh for Seniors program coupons are available on a limited, first come, first served basis. The program starts July1 and ends November 16.
Fan Care: Free fans for seniors
Valley Program for Aging Services (VPAS) is sponsoring the Fan Care program again this year along with Virginia Division for the Aging and Dominion Virginia Power. This program distributes free fans to older adults whose health is threatened by the lack of a cooling device in the home.
Maury River Senior Center celebrates 10th anniversary
A major milestone will be marked, when Maury River Senior Center celebrates its 10th Anniversary, with daily Open Houses from 9:00 to 1:00 p.m. throughout the week of May 18 to May 22nd. The Center has been a vital resource for thousands of seniors who wanted a place to connect with people close to their age.
Bath Community Senior Center seeks substitute van driver, substitute director
Bath Community Senior Center seeks a substitute van driver: Van drivers work Monday, Wednesday and Thursday 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. This is an on call, part-time position at BCSC under the supervision of the Center Director.
Gospel concert at Maury River Senior Center
Over 65 performers, members, staff and community friends attended Mrs. C’s Pickers and Singers annual Gospel Concert on April 24 at the Maury River Senior Center.
March/April issue of Augusta Free Press: The Magazine available online
The March/April issue of Augusta Free Press: The Magazine is available online and will be distributed locally in Waynesboro, Staunton, Charlottesville, Harrisonburg and Lexington in the coming days.
Free income tax preparation service offered by AARP/Tax Aide
Again this year, the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) Foundation, District 6, Tax Aide volunteers will offer free, confidential, federal and state income tax service.
Special presentation at Bath Senior Center in honor of Black History Month
Perlista Henry and Joan Williams gave a presentation to the Bath Community Senior Center on Chef Edna Lewis, who was born in Orange, Virginia, and was the granddaughter of former slaves.
Caregiver Support Group at Waynesboro Senior Center
Are you a caregiver for a parent or loved one ? If you feel overwhelmed and in need of support, come join our group!
CDSMP workshops at Waynesboro Senior Center
Waynesboro Senior Center offers two free workshops for individuals with ongoing health conditions and for their caregivers.
AARP Driver Safety Course at Waynesboro Senior Center
Details on an AARP Driver Safety Smart Driver Course, April 9 & 10, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Waynesboro Senior Center.
Waynesboro Senior Center to Host Annual Raffle
Details on the annual raffle benefitting the Waynesboro Senior Center.
Local real estate tax relief programs
Low income seniors who live in and own property in the SAW region (Staunton, Augusta County and Waynesboro), and who are 65 years or older, or who are permanent and totally disabled persons, or disabled veterans with 100% service connected permanent and total disability, are eligible to apply for 2015 Real Estate Tax Relief.
VPAS announces new executive director
Valley Program for Aging Services Inc.’s Board of Directors announced the appointment of long-time staff member and current co-interim executive director, Jeri Schaff, to the position of executive director.
VPAS. Shenandoah Area Agency on Aging leaders taking part in cancer survivor training
Stanford has released the new Cancer: Thriving and Surviving Program, and Chronic Disease Self-Management Education Coordinator Joyce Nussbaum will be participating in the cross training for Master Trainers on January 20.
VICAP open enrollment breaks record
VICAP staff and volunteers at Valley Program for Aging Services broke a record for the number of individuals served and contacts recorded during Medicare’s Open Enrollment Oct. 15-Dec. 7.
New drivers license laws for seniors now in effect
New drivers license laws affecting older adults took effect on January 1, 2015. After an individual reaches 75 years of age, all driver’s license renewals must be made in person at DMV. The age was previously 80.
Bath Senior Center members visit Homestead
The Bath Senior Members visited The Omni Homestead Resort December 15.
Valley Program for Aging Services debuts new website designed by Auguta Free Press
Valley Program for Aging Services has a new website designed by Augusta Free Press highlighting its array of senior services in the Shenandoah Valley.
VPAS meets MillerCoors employees
The Harrisonburg-Rockingham region of the Valley Program for Aging Services had the opportunity to meet MillerCoors employees at their annual United Way Employee Fair on October 28 and 30.
Recruitment begins for two outreach specialist positions at VPAS
Recruitment is underway to fill two positions for an Outreach Specialist in the Staunton, Augusta, Waynesboro and Harrisonburg Rockingham Regions at the Valley Program for Aging Services.
Valley Program for Aging Services: News and Notes
The latest news and notes from the Valley Program for Aging Services.
Valley Program for Aging Services News and Notes
Meals on Wheels volunteers for PRSC, Frank and Betty Lambert, were the proud winners of the $15.00 Wal-Mart gift card which is awarded each month through a drawing.
Valley Program for Aging Services News: Busy in Bath!
Gregory C. Mays, MD Visited Bath Senior Center: Gregory C. Mays, MD, presented an informative program on cataracts to members at the Bath Community Senior Center on August 27.
Managing diabetes? Workshop at the Waynesboro YMCA will help
Managing diabetes? Get the resources you need to improve your health!
Senior luncheon in Highland County
Join the Valley Program for Aging Services on Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Highland Center cafeteria for a very special senior luncheon made from ingredients grown and produced in Highland County.
Senior News: Briefs from local senior centers
News from senior centers run by Valley Program for Aging Services.
VPAS issues call for Meals on Wheels volunteers
The Valley Program for Aging Services’ Meals on Wheels program serves a nutritious meal Monday through Friday to homebound residents in Staunton who are over age 60.
Valley Program for Aging Services News/Notes
The latest news from the Valley Program for Aging Services, which provides services to seniors in Harrisonburg-Rockingham, Staunton-Augusta-Waynesboro, Rockbridge, Bath and Highland.
Kathryn Coit, VPAS Outreach Specialist, visited BCSC
Kathryn Coit, Valley Program for Aging Services Outreach Specialist and Coordinator visited Bath Community Senior Center July 3.
VPAS offers volunteer behavioral health training
Are you interested in helping people learn to positively manage their diabetes and make healthy behavior changes? Would you like to participate as a volunteer in a community health education program?
Fan Care: Free fans for seniors
Valley Program for Aging Services (VPAS) is happy to be able to sponsor the FAN CARE program again this year along with Virginia Division for the Aging and Dominion Virginia Power.
Sign up now for Farm Market Fresh for Seniors program
During two enrollment sessions in June, older adults with limited income will be eligible to receive $40 in coupons to purchase fresh, locally grown fruits, vegetables, and cut herbs at the Staunton, Verona, and Waynesboro Farmer’s Markets this summer.
Help the Waynesboro Senior Center seeks help for new van
The Waynesboro Senior Center provides wheelchair accessible van transportation to the center for members in Waynesboro, Fishersville and Stuarts Draft who are unable to operate a vehicle, cannot easily access the public transportation system.
Local Jurisdictions Support VPAS Services
Valley Program for Aging Services is pleased to receive financial contributions from the local jurisdictions to support our services to individuals in the Staunton, Augusta, Waynesboro (SAW) Region.
Dawn Shull Presented with Catch a Star Award
Dawn Shull, the Volunteer Coordinator for the Harrisonburg-Rockingham regional office of Valley Program for Aging Services, was presented with a “Catch a Star” award for her exemplary work during Volunteer Appreciation Week in April.
Fire and fall prevention program coming to Waynesboro
The Waynesboro Fire Department and Valley Program for Aging Services (VPAS) have been selected to participate in a training conference on fire and fall prevention sponsored by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA).
Volunteers Needed to End Hunger
Senior hunger increasingly puts individuals at greater health risks and puts an additional strain on charity food providers. You can join a dedicated group of volunteers who want to put an end to this problem!
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