Roanoke Times
Copyright (c) 1995, Landmark Communications, Inc.
DATE: WEDNESDAY, April 6, 1994 TAG: 9404060094
SECTION: CURRENT PAGE: MRV-2 EDITION: NEW RIVER VALLEY
SOURCE: Joanne Anderson
DATELINE: LENGTH: Medium
Opened in December of 1992, the center offers a safe setting for adults who are unable to stay alone, and provides a way for respite for caregivers. Nursing assistants are on staff, and a nurse in on call at all times. A support service for family members is provided, along with monthly Caregiver Support Group meetings.
Participants range in age from 33 to 104. Some visit every day, some just a couple of days each week. Others come for half-days. The center is open weekdays 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Potential participants are assessed and an individual plan of care is developed for their needs. Current rates are $25 per day, which includes snacks and a hot lunch, and $18 for a half-day.
For more information, call 231-3161.
The April WEDNESDAY WONDERING, sponsored by the Virginia Center for Active Retirement (C-FAR), is being held today at 9 a.m. at the Virginia Tech Adult Day Care Center in Wallace Hall. Parking permits will be available at the center. A tour of the facility will be given, and the center's director Shirley Travis will talk about adult day care.
Other Wednesday Wonderings on the calendar are "Tourism in Your Community" on May 4, 9-11 a.m. and "Legislation Affecting Older Adults in the 103rd Congress Regarding Social Security and Health Care" on June 1, 9-11 a.m.
All Wednesday Wonderings are $5.
Practice in all competition categories for the April 18 and 19 SENIOR OLYMPICS will be held Monday at10:30 a.m. at the National Guard Armory in Christiansburg, and April 13 at 11 a.m. at the Blacksburg Recreation Center on Patrick Henry Drive.
The Virginia Tech Adult Day Care Center "WISH LIST" includes large umbrellas, an umbrella stand, magazine racks, a patio awning and a toaster. Because the center is part of Virginia Tech, it is not eligible for United Way funds. Thus, donations of goods and money are greatly appreciated.
The RETIRED SENIOR AND VOLUNTEER PROGRAM will have a booth at the Brush Mountain Arts and Crafts Fair on April 15 and 16. Stop by if you're curious about volunteering in the New River Valley.
They still need a quilting frame to complete a quilt that's been in the making for more than a year. If you can donate a quilting frame, please call the RSVP office at 382-5775.
The RETIRED AND SENIOR VOLUNTEER PROGRAM, 1 Franklin St., Courthouse Annex, Christiansburg, 382-5775:
The Christiansburg morning group will visit Brookmeade at 10 a.m. today, and the afternoon group will go to Meadowbrook at 2 p.m.
The Blacksburg group will participate in a SHARE mailing at the Community Action office at 1:30 p.m.
On Monday, the Shawsville Group will have their monthly birthday party at Meadowbrook at 2 p.m.
On Tuesday, The Christiansburg luncheon will be held at St. Paul United Methodist Church at noon. National Volunteer Week, April 17-23, will be celebrated.
The GILES COUNTY SENIOR CENTER, 1320 Wenonah Ave., Pearisburg, 921-3924:
There's a pot luck lunch on Friday, and ceramics and crafts between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.
Swimming is Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday at 10:15 throughout April.
A bean dinner will be held April 15 at noon for AARP chapters 445 and 502.
The RADFORD SENIOR CENTER, 27 First St., 731-3634:
A free blood pressure clinic is being held today at 10 a.m.
A van trip to Mercer Mall, W.V. is scheduled for Friday at 9:30 a.m.
Plan ahead to join the March of Dimes "Walk a Mile to Save a Child" in Bisset Park on April 21. Registration will begin at 9:30 a.m., and the walk starts at 10 a.m. Walkers must have sponsors.
The CHRISTIANSBURG SENIOR CENTER, 655 Montgomery St., 382-8173:
A "Tips on Gardening Seminar" will be held Thursday at 10:45 a.m. There is no charge.
The last two Tax Assistance sessions are Thursday and April 14, 1-4 p.m. Call first for an appointment.
Van trips include Cuz's Restaurant and Tazewell on Friday at 12:30 p.m. and Brush Mountain Arts and Crafts Fair in Blacksburg on April 15 at 10 a.m.
The PULASKI SENIOR CENTER, 106 N. Washington Ave., 980-3969:
There's a coffee hour on Thursday at 10 a.m.
The senior center advisory council will meet on Tuesday at 10 a.m.
Volunteers are needed at the Wilderness Road Museum, the visitors HOST center, Pulaski County Hospital and the Fine Arts Center. Please call 980-3969 for details.
Joanne Anderson is an editorial assistant in the New River Valley bureau.
by CNB