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The Retired & Volunteer Program (RSVP) is one of the nation’s largest networks connecting older adults with local organizations to address community needs. A key focus of RSVP is reducing social isolation – more than 42,000 older adults in the Greater Richmond area live alone. Volunteers engage in meaningful activities like mentoring, meal delivery and…
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The Span Center offers free health and wellness classes so you can stay healthy, active and informed. The evidence-based programs are designed to help older adults manage chronic conditions, improve overall health and live life to the fullest. Spouses and caregivers are also welcome to participate in any or all of our programs. Programs offered…
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The Span Center’s TeleBridges program helps combat social isolation by connecting older adults with compassionate volunteers who provide regular check-in calls. Many older adults experience loneliness due to health challenges, separation from loved ones, or loss, which can adversely impact their physical and mental well-being. TeleBridges offers comfort and reassurance with two to five weekly…
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The Span Center’s Caregiver Support Program is dedicated to helping individuals navigate the complexities of caregiving. We provide resources to assist with decision-making, stress management and building confidence in delivering quality care. Caregivers can also receive guidance on long-term care options, insurance coverage and various living settings such as Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care…
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The Span Center’s Home Delivered Meals program, in partnership with FeedMore, provides nutritious meals to homebound older adults who are unable to prepare meals themselves. Eligible individuals (60+) receive hot meals tailored to their dietary needs, including options for special diets, and daily contact from FeedMore’s Meals on Wheels program. Meals are delivered 11am-1:30pm by…
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The Span Center’s Information & Referral Program receives approximately 28,000 requests annually from older adults and caregivers seeking support. Our intake staff is dedicated to responding to these inquiries, offering direct assistance and connecting individuals to our programs or community resources. We provide information and referrals across a wide range of services, including: With access…
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No Wrong Door is a statewide network designed to connect individuals with vital long-term services and support systems. A national leader in person-centered care, No Wrong Door offers access to over 27,000 programs and services, supported by 600+ professionals. Annually, it serves over 60,000 individuals, empowering you to evaluate options and make informed decisions. As…
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The Span Center’s Friendship Cafés provide a welcoming, neighborhood space for older adults (60+) to enjoy nutritious midday meals and connect with friends. With 20 locations across Richmond and nearby counties, these cafés help combat social isolation by encouraging meaningful connections. Participants enjoy a range of activities, including exercise, educational lectures, creative arts and more.…