Henrico’s Advocate for the Aging is hosting a Winter Emergency Preparedness Event. Come learn ways to ensure you, your home, and your vehicle are prepared for a safe winter. Presenters will include representatives from the Henrico Office of Emergency Management, AAA, The State Corporation Commission’s Bureau of Insurance, and Dominion Energy. No registration is required. […]
This free event is for ages 50+! Senior Adults will receive information from county departments and community organizations, play games, and dance, dance, dance! Hosted with Senior Connections and Henrico’s Advocate for the Aging. Questions? Email [email protected]
Meet the Advocate for the Aging for Henrico County and learn about resources available to older adults, their families, and caregivers in our community. Call 804-501-5065 or email [email protected] with questions about […]
The Henrico County Advocate for the Aging’s Office is pleased to announce the Fifth Annual Valentine’s Day “Spread the Love” Event. Spread the love this Valentine’s Day by creating Valentine’s Day cards for older adults living in a nursing home or assisted living facility. For instructions and additional information, please click the link above.
Join us at Fairfield Library at 1401 N. Laburnum Ave on Tuesday March 4th, March 11th, and March 18th as we tackle challenging topics for caregivers supporting older adults in Henrico. We will end the series with a Senior & Caregiver Expo on Tuesday, March 25th at Eastern Henrico Recreation Center to learn about resources to assist […]
Join us at Fairfield Library at 1401 N. Laburnum Ave on Tuesday March 4th, March 11th, and March 18th as we tackle challenging topics for caregivers supporting older adults in Henrico. We will end the series with a Senior & Caregiver Expo on Tuesday, March 25th at Eastern Henrico Recreation Center to learn about resources to assist […]
Join us at Fairfield Library at 1401 N. Laburnum Ave on Tuesday March 4th, March 11th, and March 18th as we tackle challenging topics for caregivers supporting older adults in Henrico. We will end the series with a Senior & Caregiver Expo on Tuesday, March 25th at Eastern Henrico Recreation Center to learn about resources to assist […]
Flip the Script on Aging Join us as we honor the contributions of older adults in our community, explore the many opportunities to stay engaged as we age, and challenge the way society perceives growing older. Speakers include Amy Strite, Executive Director, The Span Center, formerly Senior Connections, the Capital Area Agency on Aging and […]
The Central Virginia World Elder Abuse Awareness Day event is scheduled for Wednesday, June 18th, from 10 am to 1:45 pm at the Chesterfield Career & Technical Center located at 13900 Hull Street Rd. N. Midlothian, VA 23112. All are welcome to attend, but seating is limited. Registration is required for this free program. […]
In honor of Active Aging Week, we are partnering with Henrico Advocate for the Aging and The Span Center to host an intergenerational event connecting seniors with children and adults. Activities will be centered around fitness and movement games. Information: [email protected]
Learn practical strategies to help prevent falls and create a safer environment for the older adult you care for. In this session, a fall-prevention expert will share guidance on maintaining a safe home setup, while trauma injury specialists will discuss ways to improve balance, review important medication considerations, and outline additional techniques that can reduce […]
Representatives from the Henrico Department of Social Services will provide an overview of the Medicaid Long-Term Care application process, eligibility criteria, and services available to recipients, including paid personal care. A representative from Public Partnerships LLC will explain who is eligible to serve as a paid caregiver and guide participants through the steps to get […]
Gigi Amateau, Trauma-Informed Care Lab Director for the VCU Department of Gerontology and the Virginia Center on Aging, will lead this Caregiver Speaker Series session, Preventing Caregiver Burnout: The Value of Self-Care. This session will explore caregiver fatigue and offer practical strategies to prevent burnout, highlighting the importance of self-care and techniques caregivers can use at […]
Explore community resources that support older adults and connect with service providers serving individuals age 60+, their families, and caregivers throughout Central Virginia. This free-flowing resource expo features over 40 participating providers.