Welcome to the Virginia Department for the Aging

Mission Statement:

The Virginia Department for the Aging fosters the independence and well-being of older Virginians and supports their caregivers through leadership, advocacy and oversight of state and community programs, and guides the Commonwealth in preparing for an aging population.

Own Your Future

No one ever said aging would be easy, but there are steps you can take to age well! Take time now to prepare for your long-term care needs. Long-term care refers to a broad range of supportive medical, personal, and social services required by people who are unable to meet their basic living needs for an extended period of time. Learn more about how you can Own Your Future by reviewing the resources available at www.vda.virginia.gov/oyf.

No Wrong Door

“No Wrong Door” is the Commonwealth of Virginia’s approach to one-stop for adult health and human services.  The vision of the No Wrong Door System is to have Resource Centers in every community serving as highly visible and trusted places where individuals can turn for information on the full range of long-term support options and entry to public long-term support programs and benefits.
 
Bidding is now closed on RFP163-08-04 for the design, hosting, maintenance and implemention of the official web-based system to enhance the No Wrong Door initiative.

You may review the RFP and related documents listed below:

www.vda.virginia.gov/pdfdocs/RFP163-08-04-NWD-Tools (zip, 2MB).

Posted on eVA 3/21/2008:

• RFP163-08-04 Amendments & Vendor Questions Answered (zip)
   
• RFP163-08-04 Addendum 1 & Supporting Documents (zip)

Posted here 4/2/2008:

• RFP163-08-04 RFP Questions Addendum (pdf)
   

Aging News

This page contains items of interest to Virginia's aging population, their families and caregivers, or to individuals who work or volunteer in the aging field.

Virginia GrandDriver

While most older drivers are good drivers, the physical changes associated with aging can ultimately affect our ability to drive safely. The Virginia GrandDriver web site provides information about aging and its effects on driving.

Medicare Prescription Drug Coverage

The Medicare Modernization Act (MMA) makes Prescription Drug Coverage available to Medicare beneficiaries. This prescription drug coverage (Medicare Part D) is designed to help individuals who qualify for Medicare pay for the prescriptions they need.

Other (Non-Medicare) Prescription Drug Assistance

In addition to Medicare Part D, there are other types of prescription drug assistance programs available, such as those offered by non-for-profit organizations, membership groups and pharmaceutical companies.

What's New!

May is Older Virginians Month
 
May is traditionally celebrated as Older Americans Month with a proclamation from the President. In Virginia, however, we celebrate May as Older Virginians Month. This year's theme is "Working Together for Strong, Healthy, and Supportive Communities." This theme emphasizes that older Virginians deserve the right to a healthy and active old age and are encouraged to make those healthy choices that will help them maintain their independence in their homes and communities. Local Area Agencies on Aging will celebrate May as Older Virginians Month and many will plan special activities to commemorate the observance. Attached is the Older Virginians Month proclamation signed by Governor Kaine.