New River Valley Agency on Aging

06/02/2026

Thank you to LewisGale Regional Health System (Lewis Gale Montgomery), and LewisGale Hospital Pulaski for sponsoring the 5th Annual Grass & Grill Celebration Dinner.
Make a reservation at: https://www.nrvaoa.org/grass-and-grill.html

Join us on Thursday, June 18th, at Sinkland Farms in Christiansburg, VA, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Enjoy: Southern Style Buffet Dinner, Music by The Allegro Trio, Beer and Wine Selections, Beautiful Scenery, and a Silent Auction with items from Mountain Lake Lodge, LOGO HUB, The Palisades Restaurant, Draper Mercantile and Trading Company , Whiskey Springs Farm, LLC, Backcountry and much more.

06/01/2026

Today kicks off early giving for GIVE LOCAL NRV 2026, sponsored by the Community Foundation of the New River Valley. All proceeds raised by The New River Valley Agency on Aging campaign will support our Nutrition Outreach Programs for Seniors. These programs include:

The Home Delivered Meals Program (think Meals on Wheels) provides regular, nutritious meals to homebound seniors in the New River Valley. Meals are delivered by trained drivers who conduct wellness checks during each visit.

Congregate Meals Programs, or Friendship Cafes offer an opportunity for qualifying NRV seniors to share a nutritious meal with other participants and engage in enrichment activities. Friendship Cafes meet 2-3 times per week and help support socialization, nutrition, movement and cognitive stimulation. Cafes are located throughout the New River Valley.

The Fido's Pantry Program provides pet food for homebound seniors who cannot afford to feed their pet. These seniors will often give up a meal, or other items, so that they can provide food for their animal companion. The Fido's Pantry Program works to solve this problem. Multiple studies have shown that pet ownership helps keep seniors engaged, promotes movement, and provides cognitive and emotional support.

The Staples for Seniors Program ensures that homebound seniors have a regular supply of nutritious, shelf-stable food that supplements their diet and provides back-up meals if the weather inhibits meal delivery.

Nutrition Assessment, Support and Counseling- the NRV Agency on Aging works with a registered dietician to help seniors evaluate their nutritional needs to optimize their health and well-being.

Help us support at-risk seniors with their nutritional needs by donating today at:
https://www.givelocalnrv.org/organization/Nrv-Agency-On-Aging

05/31/2026

It’s Medicare Fraud Prevention Week! The week everyone can learn about protecting yourself, your friends, and your loved ones from scammers.

There are a lot of ways to participate so stay tuned in all week to the SMP page for different ideas to prevent, detect, and report Medicare fraud.

05/30/2026

The New River Valley Agency on Aging auction is now online on BetterWorld! Head to the link below to bid on great items. 100% of all proceeds go to support our Nutrition Programs for Seniors. Take a look and please repost!

NRV Agency on Aging Silent Auction to Support Senior Nutrition Programs 2026

05/30/2026

Attention: Pulaski County Seniors:
SAVE THE DATE
Don't miss this Picnic sponsored by the Pulaski TRIAD, at the Pulaski Train Station, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

05/29/2026

In the last days of May, which is Older Americans Month, don't forget our message to "Champion Your Health". Moving more, eating well, and staying socially connected all contribute to overall well-being. At the New River Valley Agency on Aging, we support small, consistent steps that promote lifelong health. Visit our website at NRVaoa.org for more information.

05/28/2026

05/26/2026

The 2026 Caregivers Conference and Resource Fair Agenda and Registration Forms are now available (see below).

Join us on Friday, August 7th, at Edwards Hall on the New River Community College Campus.

If you are currently a caregiver;
if you anticipate being a caregiver in the future;
or if you anticipate NEEDING care in the future, this conference is for you.

This year's theme is "Practical Caregiving: Laying a Solid Foundation." Our keynote speaker will be Dr. Carey Peerman (careypeerman.com), and our classrooms will address creating a safe home environment, aligning care goals with hospice fundamentals, and accessing Medicaid long term services and supports. There will be 55 exhibitors and service providers in attendance to answer questions and help you find solutions to your caregiving challenges.

We will provide a continental breakfast and boxed lunch. Attendance is free to family and volunteer caregivers and just $35 for professional caregivers.

REGISTRATION is REQUIRED. Call 540-980-7720. Deadline is July 17th.

05/24/2026

The offices of New River Valley Agency on Aging will be closed on May 25th, in honor of Memorial Day. We will reopen at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, May 26th.
We are grateful to all of our veterans for their service.

05/21/2026

May is Older Americans Month- a time to celebrate the resilience of seniors in our community. This year, our Meadowbrook Friendship Café members are feeling HOPEFUL, STRONG, PROUND, BLESSED, BEAUTIFUL and LOVED.

Yes, you are, ladies. 🥰