Tag: Valley Program for Aging Services
East Rockingham Senior Center Members Learn About Importance of Water
Mariah Fortman and Shannon Regen, both interns with Valley Program for Aging Services and seniors at James Madison University, presented a program at East Rockingham Senior Center on the benefits of water and the role it plays in the body.
Valley Program for Aging Services joins National Movement to End Senior Hunger
Valley Program for Aging Services (VPAS), in partnership with the National Council on Aging (NCOA) and with support from the Walmart Foundation, has joined a nationwide effort to fight senior hunger by dramatically increasing participation by eligible seniors in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).
Healthy Eating Program Presented to Timberville Broadway Senior Center and Price Rotary Senior Center
Mariah Fortman, an intern with Valley Program for Aging Services and a senior at James Madison University presented a Healthy Eating Program this past Wednesday for Timberville Broadway Senior Center and Price Rotary Senior Center.
Volunteer Appreciation at Timberville Broadway Senior Center
The rain couldn’t stop us from celebrating our volunteers today at the Timberville Broadway Senior Center.
SAW Region to Host Candidate Forums April 16 and April 23
Election Day for City Council and School Board candidates in Staunton and Waynesboro is May 6. The SAW Region of the Valley Program for Aging Services continues its tradition of hosting local candidate forums.
East Rockingham Senior Center Director Named
Cindy Dove has joined Valley Program for Aging Services as Center Director at East Rockingham Senior Center.
Middlebrook Mobile Information Station Rescheduled for Jan. 30
Due to the inclement weather and Valley Program for Aging Services closure, the first Mobile Information Station (MIS) visit to the Middlebrook Station Library, scheduled for Wednesday, Jan. 22 had to be postponed. It has been rescheduled for next Thursday, Jan. 30, at 3 p.m., when the library opens.
Walmart Foundation Donated $5,000 to VPAS
Walmart Foundation donated $5,000 to the Valley Program for Aging Services Harrisonburg-Rockingham region.
WHSV TV3 Staff Delivered Meals for VPAS
WHSV TV3 staff began their volunteer meal delivery for the Valley Program for Aging Services in the Harrisonburg-Rockingham area on Monday, Jan. 6.
Work of SAW VICAP Counselors Recognized
The SAW Region of the Valley Program for Aging Services has received numerous donations as a result of VICAP counseling sessions, which in and of itself shows that the donors found value in the service that VICAP Counselors are providing.
Elks to Deliver Food Baskets to Waynesboro Seniors
The Waynesboro Elks Lodge will be delivering food baskets to those in need in Waynesboro on Dec. 24.
VPAS Represented at Staunton Community Health Fair
Despite the threatening winter weather, approximately 100 individuals attended a Community Health Fair Saturday, Dec. 14 at Staunton’s Booker T. Washington Community Center.
SAW Receives Grant for DSMP
Augusta Health accepted applications for single year grants in the fall this year. They requested that the grants address one of the priority areas defined by their recent Community Health Needs Assessment. One of those priorities is diabetes.
Staunton Senior Center Abounds with Holiday Atmosphere
Staunton Senior Center was all about creating holiday crafts this week as well sprinkling in some Christmas music and cheer for good measure! Monday found members gathered around a table designing lovely punch out cardinals suitable to decorate a tree or just hang from a special spot. Tuesday found the group journeying to the Jollivue UMC Senior Luncheon to join in the festivities there.
Help Wanted: East Rockingham Senior Center
The Center Director is primarily responsible for overseeing the safe operation of East Rockingham Senior Center; to promote the Center within the HR Region, and to help secure funding for special and ongoing programming.
Local Business Held Fundraiser for HR Meals on Wheels
Mitzie Campbell of Pet Sitting by Mitzie came to the Waynesboro office and gave VPAS an envelope full of checks totaling $930. These donations were collected from her business clients as the result of a solicitation letter she sent out asking for donations for Meals on Wheels.
DaVita Made $1,000 Donation to HR Meals on Wheels
DaVita made a $1,000 corporate gift to VPAS for the Meals on Wheels program in Harrisonburg and Rockingham County.
Church Helps Seniors in SAW Region
Finley Memorial Presbyterian Church Women have once again spearheaded a holiday outreach project to benefit seniors in the SAW Region.
Staunton Senior Center Wraps Itself in Christmas
The week of December 2-6 was Christmas Week at Staunton Senior Center as every day brought its own special holiday flair. After the Christmas parade on Monday evening, Tuesday brought the Women of Hope duo who presented “An Olde English Christmas: Carols of Our Heritage”, followed by a seasonal craft.
Christmas Tea kicked off the Holiday Season at Price Rotary Senior Center
Price Rotary Senior Center kicked off the Holiday Season with its annual Christmas Tea. Members of PRSC, TBSC, Staff, local Council members and community friends were treated to an exceptional morning of music and culinary delights.
CDSME Presented Information to Virginia Power Retirees
Chronic Disease Self Management Education Coordinator Joyce Nussbaum presented information about the Valley Program for Aging Services and CDSME opportunities to 18 Virginia Power Rrrees on Dec. 3.
SAW Centers to Distribute Prescription Cards
The Greater Augusta Regional Chamber of Commerce has offered discount prescription cards to people in the Staunton, Waynesboro, Augusta area for several years.
SAW CDSME Steering Committee Meets
The Chronic Disease Self-Management Steering Committee for the SAW Region met on Nov. 20 at Augusta Regional Free Clinic.
Timberville Broadway Senior Center Advisory Council Meets
Timberville Broadway Advisory Council met Thursday, Nov. 21. The meeting was well attended with Advisory Council members, Senior Center members and staff.
JMU Sorority Raised Money for Meals
The Sigma Alpha Epsilon Pi sorority at James Madison University made a $453 donation to Meals on Wheels in the Harrisonburg-Rockingham region of the Valley Program for Aging Services.
Price Rotary Senior Center Celebrated Thanksgiving Potluck Style
Price Rotary Senior Center celebrated Thanksgiving today with a wonderful array of food!
Price Rotary Senior Center Local Council Meets
Price Rotary Senior Center Local Council met Monday, Nov. 18. Eight persons from staff members, Senior Center members and Council members were able to attend.
Balloon Volleyball a Hit at Timberville Broadway Senior Center
Timberville Broadway Senior Center and Price Rotary Senior Center members enjoyed a rousing game of balloon volleyball today at TBSC. With a large balloon and a ribbon for a net, the seated players repeatedly volleyed the balloon back and forth.
Waynesboro Approves VPAS Tax Relief Request
The Waynesboro City Council met on Nov. 13 and approved VPAS’ request to be exempted from Personal Property taxes.
Old Fashioned Lawn Party in Highland
Hands and Harvest weekend in Monterey was Oct. 11-13, and this was the second annual “Old Fashioned Lawn Party” fund raiser for Highland Second Wind and Highland Senior Services.
Bath Community Senior Center Director Submits Resignation
Bath Community Senior Center Director Laurie Altieri, who joined Valley Program for Aging Services and Bath Communty Senior Center on Sept. 12, announced her resignation on Oct. 23.
Recruitment Begins for Highland Van Driver
RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides van transportation for individuals 60 years and older through a “Senior Transportation Program” to destinations in Highland and surrounding counties; Completes paperwork and van maintenance checks.
Alan Shelton Presents to Timberville Broadway Senior Center
Alan Shelton, Senior Food Scientist with Cargill and Timberville Broadway Senior Center Advisory Council member, spent some time with the TBSC members this morning.
SSC Fall Dance Committee Met for Final Review Oct. 17
Staunton Senior Center’s fall dance had many good things going for it, the committee decided. They included Center members at the event, transportation provided for members, a terrific poster, great decorations (nice and simple to assemble and take down), fabulous food, and the military display of local soldiers from WWII was well received.
Staunton Senior Center Local Council Met Oct. 17
Staunton Senior Center’s local council discussed a number of items at its recent meeting.
Price Rotary Senior Center Made Pumpkins
Fall is in the air as Price Rotary Senior Center members spent part of the day on Monday making decorative pumpkins.
Flu Shots Offered at Timberville Broadway Senior Center and Price Rotary Senior Center
Johnny Garber, with Timberville Drug, graciously donated his time to come to Timberville Broadway Senior Center and offer flu shots on Wednesday Oct 16. The flu shots were open to TBSC and Price Rotary Senior Center members as well as the community.
Staff Attend CPR/First Aid Training
Four members of Timberville Broadway Senior Center and Price Rotary Senior Center staff attended and completed the CPR and First Aid training on Tuesday, Oct. 15.
Great Day at Price Rotary Senior Center
Monday, Oct 14, was a great day at Price Rotary Senior Center! Not only did we have 20 members and one guest, but we also had some visitors that had been regular volunteers for many years return to visit!
Making a Difference: Meals on Wheels
The kitchen at the Waynesboro Senior Center is busy weekday mornings preparing food for the local Meals on Wheels program.
Butch Kidd: The Waynesboro Senior Center ‘changed my life’
Butch Kidd was suffering from depression, and just couldn’t get out of his funk.
It’s time for Medicare Open Enrollment
Get answers to your questions during Medicare’s annual Open Enrollment period Oct. 15-Dec. 7 at the Staunton Senior Center.
Kicking Off a Healthy and Fit October at Bath Community Senior Center
The members of Bath Community Senior Center kicked off a healthy and fit October last week by resuming their weekly Thursday visits to the Bath Community Rehab and Wellness Center in Mitchelltown.
Year Passes Quickly as Quilters Stitch at Staunton Senior Center
The past year has moved by quickly as the Community Quilters has been meeting every second and fourth Monday at Staunton Senior Center.
Medicare Open Enrollment Insurance Counseling
You’ve heard about Medicare’s Annual Election Period — sometimes it’s called “the open season” or “open enrollment.” Here are responses to Frequently Asked Questions about a free program that can provide guidance.
Big mouth: Ransome is vocal about Waynesboro Senior Center
Larry Ransome has been a member of the Waynesboro Senior Center since 2004. “It gives me the chance to meet new people,” said Ransome, who is a member of the Local Council at the Senior Center, which provides guidance to staff on activities and programs.
Busy Days at Staunton Senior Center
Tuesday, Oct. 1 was quite the busy day at Staunton Senior Center when 16 members, staff, and volunteers took advantage of the flu shot clinic offered by CVS, while twelve people received blood pressures checks.
CDSME Leaders Enjoyed Reunion and Refresher
All Chronic Disease Self Management Education leaders were invited to attend the Leader Reunion and Refresher on October 2 at the Price Rotary Senior Center.
East Rockingham Senior Center Enjoyed Many Activities in September
East Rockingham Senior Center operated business as usual during the month of September.
AFP develops Thursday Night Bingo website
The new charitable gaming venture of Valley Program for Aging Services has a new website – WaynesboroBingo.com – thanks to Augusta Free Press LLC.
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