LOA Schedules Public hearing

The Local Office on Aging will hold a Public Hearing for its Area Plan for Aging Services on Wednesday, July 19 at 10 a.m. in the Community Room at Calvary Baptist Church, 608 Campbell Ave., SW, Roanoke.

The LOA will present its budget for the upcoming fiscal year as well as discuss any planned changes to its programs.  There are no significant changes to the plan from last year.

The LOA provides services to seniors 60 and older in the Fifth Planning District of Virginia. The Area Plan encompasses LOA’s arsenal of services such as Meals on Wheels, transportation, care coordination, insurance counseling, care transitions, chronic disease self-management, homemaker and personal care.

This is free and open to the public.

Public input is encouraged and will be considered. The LOA Board of Directors and Advisory Council will meet following the conclusion of the public hearing.

About Local Office on Aging

The Local Office on Aging (LOA) is a non-profit organization proudly celebrating more than 45 years of service helping older persons remain independent for as long as possible. LOA serves Alleghany, Botetourt, Craig and Roanoke counties, as well as the cities of Covington, Roanoke and Salem. Through more than 25 community based services, LOA is able to effectively carry out its mission by providing nutrition, education, advocacy and socialization to persons 60 and older. LOA is a 501(c)(3) agency. Visit www.loaa.org for additional information.

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