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The Span Center, in partnership with Williams Mullen and local counties, offers free legal services to older adults. These events provide an opportunity for eligible adults (55+) and individuals with disabilities to have Life Planning Documents prepared by volunteer attorneys in a confidential setting. All documents, including Wills, Durable Powers of Attorney and Advance Medical…
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The Virginia Senior Medicare Patrol (Virginia SMP) educates Medicare beneficiaries, their families and caregivers on how to protect against Medicare fraud, errors and abuse. Through outreach, counseling and educational resources, Virginia SMP empowers individuals to recognize and report suspicious activity. By regularly reviewing your Medicare Summary Notices and safeguarding your Medicare number, you can help…
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The Span Center offers two Employment Assistance Programs for individuals aged 55 and older who are interested in re-entering the workforce or exploring new job opportunities. Businesses are increasingly recognizing the value of older workers who bring experience, maturity and a strong work ethic to the workforce. As trends toward early retirement reverse, older adults…
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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 helps older adults (60+) manage their finances and bill payments, promoting independence and protecting against financial exploitation. Volunteers work one-on-one with clients to create personalized filing systems, prepare budgets, ensure timely bill payments, interpret billing statements, write checks, balance checkbooks and review bank statements. Eligibility for Money Management requires using a single…
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The Span Center offers free Medicare counseling through the Virginia Insurance Counseling and Assistance Program (VICAP), part of a national network of State Health Insurance Programs (SHIP). Our trained volunteer counselors assist Medicare beneficiaries, families and caregivers in understanding Medicare options and related health insurance benefits. Topics include: Counselors are not licensed to sell insurance…
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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…