Home VPAS launches fall cafes and recreational programs for older adults
News and Views

VPAS launches fall cafes and recreational programs for older adults

Chris Graham

VPASAs part of a strategy to build engagement among older adults, Valley Program for Aging Services is launching a series of recreational and educational gatherings for adults 60 years and older this fall.

The gatherings will include VPAS cafes – innovative new social spaces that replace pre-pandemic senior centers. Cafes are two-hour gatherings that feature guest speakers, lunch, light exercise, games and entertainment, educational programs and more.

In addition to regular cafes, older adults can register to participate in a variety of workshops, including a Falls Prevention Extravaganza, Fiber Arts Fun, Antiquing Adventure, TED Talk Tuesdays and Tai Chi.

Also on tap for this fall are caregiver support groups and educational sessions on what to expect for Medicare open enrollment in 2023.

“Older adults in the Staunton, Augusta and Waynesboro region have been trusting VPAS for nearly 50 years,” said David Taylor, VPAS programs manager. “With these new programs, they can expect the same level of quality, attention, and engagement we’re known for, plus some fun, fresh new content. There has never been a better time to connect with others and try something new.”

VPAS programs are for adults 60 and older.

Caregiver support groups are for individuals of any age who are caring for a loved one 60 years of age or older.

There is no cost to participate.

To learn more about VPAS cafes and upcoming events, call (540) 942-1838 or visit vpas.info/events.

 
 

 




Featured Video

 

Chris Graham

Chris Graham

Chris Graham is the founder and editor of Augusta Free Press. A 1994 alum of the University of Virginia, Chris is the author and co-author of seven books, including Poverty of Imagination, a memoir published in 2019. For his commentaries on news, sports and politics, go to his YouTube page, TikTok, BlueSky, or subscribe to his Street Knowledge podcast. Email Chris at [email protected]. Support AFP by signing up for our newsletter and/or powering our work with a one-time or monthly contribution.

Latest News

ryan odom uva basketball
Basketball, Go 'Hoos

UVA Basketball: Three guys to watch in this week’s buy games

acc football
Football

ACC Football Players of the Week: Wow, no Virginia players again? Shocker!

The select media panel, gotta give ‘em credit, those guys and gals (?), they know not to award anybody, even the herculean punter, from a team that lost 51-7.

BRITE Bus
Local

Get out the vote: BRITE Bus offering free rides on Election Day

BRITE Bus is offering free rides on all routes on Election Day, Tuesday, with routes serving polling places across Staunton, Waynesboro and Augusta County – including precincts in Verona, Fishersville and Stuarts Draft.

charlottesville map
Local

Charlottesville, Albemarle, UVA about to encrypt police, fire radio traffic

fascism
Politics, U.S. & World

John Whitehead | The Doomsday Government: Preparing for the end of the world

vote democrat election sticker
Politics, U.S. & World

Daniel Stuhlsatz | The 2026 election and the Declaration of Independence

israel gaza
Politics, U.S. & World

Alon Ben-Meir | Country before party: Israel’s opposition must not fail this moment