JABA
@jabacares.bsky.social
JABA (Jefferson Area Board for Aging) is a private, non-profit Area Agency on Aging serving adults (60+), adults with disabilities, caregivers, and community members of all income levels in Central Virginia. https://www.jabacares.org/
We had an amazing time at our BINGO Fundraiser at FIREFLY last night! Every seat was filled with people enjoying BINGO and wanting to support older adults in our area. Thanks to everyone who came out and supported our fundraiser last night. We appreciate you so much!
September 26, 2025 at 4:40 PM
We had an amazing time at our BINGO Fundraiser at FIREFLY last night! Every seat was filled with people enjoying BINGO and wanting to support older adults in our area. Thanks to everyone who came out and supported our fundraiser last night. We appreciate you so much!
Did you know that only $50 can provide vital services for older adults, including meals, companion support, and respite?
Consider joining #50for50JABA Challenge to keep these vital services #funded: www.jabacares.org/gi...
#makeadifference #fundraiser #dogood
Consider joining #50for50JABA Challenge to keep these vital services #funded: www.jabacares.org/gi...
#makeadifference #fundraiser #dogood
August 21, 2025 at 3:10 PM
Did you know that only $50 can provide vital services for older adults, including meals, companion support, and respite?
Consider joining #50for50JABA Challenge to keep these vital services #funded: www.jabacares.org/gi...
#makeadifference #fundraiser #dogood
Consider joining #50for50JABA Challenge to keep these vital services #funded: www.jabacares.org/gi...
#makeadifference #fundraiser #dogood
Companion Support provides caring individuals to partner with older adults who are #isolated to ensure they remain connected. For $50, JABA can provide 3 hours of paid companion #support so no one has to age alone.
Begin Peer-to-Peer Fundraising:
www.jabacares.org/gi...
#makeadifference #dogood
Begin Peer-to-Peer Fundraising:
www.jabacares.org/gi...
#makeadifference #dogood
August 18, 2025 at 2:49 PM
Companion Support provides caring individuals to partner with older adults who are #isolated to ensure they remain connected. For $50, JABA can provide 3 hours of paid companion #support so no one has to age alone.
Begin Peer-to-Peer Fundraising:
www.jabacares.org/gi...
#makeadifference #dogood
Begin Peer-to-Peer Fundraising:
www.jabacares.org/gi...
#makeadifference #dogood
Respite care is expensive and rare in #CentralVirginia. For $50, you can provide a 1/2 day of #respite care for adults with dementia or disabilities who could not otherwise afford care. Members enjoy community, purpose, and belonging.
Start Peer-to-Peer #Fundraising:
www.jabacares.org/gi...
Start Peer-to-Peer #Fundraising:
www.jabacares.org/gi...
August 14, 2025 at 2:36 PM
Respite care is expensive and rare in #CentralVirginia. For $50, you can provide a 1/2 day of #respite care for adults with dementia or disabilities who could not otherwise afford care. Members enjoy community, purpose, and belonging.
Start Peer-to-Peer #Fundraising:
www.jabacares.org/gi...
Start Peer-to-Peer #Fundraising:
www.jabacares.org/gi...
We can provide 6 older adults who live alone in or near #poverty a free meal with friends at JABA Centers for a #donation of only $50. With your support, we can nourish both body and soul.
Join #50for50JABA Challenge with Peer-to-Peer #Fundraising:
www.jabacares.org/gi...
Join #50for50JABA Challenge with Peer-to-Peer #Fundraising:
www.jabacares.org/gi...
August 12, 2025 at 1:45 PM
We can provide 6 older adults who live alone in or near #poverty a free meal with friends at JABA Centers for a #donation of only $50. With your support, we can nourish both body and soul.
Join #50for50JABA Challenge with Peer-to-Peer #Fundraising:
www.jabacares.org/gi...
Join #50for50JABA Challenge with Peer-to-Peer #Fundraising:
www.jabacares.org/gi...
Can you imagine being at home alone and not able to prepare the limited food you have? With only $50, JABA can provide home-delivered meals to older adults who cannot otherwise prepare or purchase food.
Maximize your #impact through Peer-to-Peer #Fundraising:
www.jabacares.org/gi...
Maximize your #impact through Peer-to-Peer #Fundraising:
www.jabacares.org/gi...
August 8, 2025 at 12:47 PM
Can you imagine being at home alone and not able to prepare the limited food you have? With only $50, JABA can provide home-delivered meals to older adults who cannot otherwise prepare or purchase food.
Maximize your #impact through Peer-to-Peer #Fundraising:
www.jabacares.org/gi...
Maximize your #impact through Peer-to-Peer #Fundraising:
www.jabacares.org/gi...
#Volunteer in Louisa! Help older adults connect to their Zoom #Medicare Insurance Counseling Appointments at JABA centers.
Join a passionate team and #help save your neighbors millions of dollars on prescription costs.
Training starts soon! Learn more: www.jabacares.org/be...
Join a passionate team and #help save your neighbors millions of dollars on prescription costs.
Training starts soon! Learn more: www.jabacares.org/be...
August 7, 2025 at 2:11 PM
#Volunteer in Louisa! Help older adults connect to their Zoom #Medicare Insurance Counseling Appointments at JABA centers.
Join a passionate team and #help save your neighbors millions of dollars on prescription costs.
Training starts soon! Learn more: www.jabacares.org/be...
Join a passionate team and #help save your neighbors millions of dollars on prescription costs.
Training starts soon! Learn more: www.jabacares.org/be...
This is a critical time for older adults. We need your help raising funds through Peer-to- Peer Fundraising: www.jabacares.org/gi...
#makeadifference #fundraiser #dogood
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#makeadifference #fundraiser #dogood
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August 5, 2025 at 8:02 PM
This is a critical time for older adults. We need your help raising funds through Peer-to- Peer Fundraising: www.jabacares.org/gi...
#makeadifference #fundraiser #dogood
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#makeadifference #fundraiser #dogood
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#Volunteer in Palmyra! Help older adults connect to their Zoom #Medicare Insurance Counseling Appointments at JABA centers.
Join a passionate team and #help save your neighbors millions of dollars on prescription costs.
Training starts soon! Learn more: www.jabacares.org/be...
Join a passionate team and #help save your neighbors millions of dollars on prescription costs.
Training starts soon! Learn more: www.jabacares.org/be...
August 4, 2025 at 12:49 PM
#Volunteer in Palmyra! Help older adults connect to their Zoom #Medicare Insurance Counseling Appointments at JABA centers.
Join a passionate team and #help save your neighbors millions of dollars on prescription costs.
Training starts soon! Learn more: www.jabacares.org/be...
Join a passionate team and #help save your neighbors millions of dollars on prescription costs.
Training starts soon! Learn more: www.jabacares.org/be...
Are you up for the #50for50JABA Challenge in honor of our 50th Anniversary? Join the #movement Peer-to-Peer Fundraiser: www.jabacares.org/gi...
The Challenge:
- Donate or Raise $50
- Inspire 5 people to donate $10
- Invite 50 people to sign up for JABA's newsletter
#makeadifference #dogood
The Challenge:
- Donate or Raise $50
- Inspire 5 people to donate $10
- Invite 50 people to sign up for JABA's newsletter
#makeadifference #dogood
August 2, 2025 at 4:39 PM
Are you up for the #50for50JABA Challenge in honor of our 50th Anniversary? Join the #movement Peer-to-Peer Fundraiser: www.jabacares.org/gi...
The Challenge:
- Donate or Raise $50
- Inspire 5 people to donate $10
- Invite 50 people to sign up for JABA's newsletter
#makeadifference #dogood
The Challenge:
- Donate or Raise $50
- Inspire 5 people to donate $10
- Invite 50 people to sign up for JABA's newsletter
#makeadifference #dogood
Peer-to-Peer #Fundraising is now available! Similar to GoFundMe, you can now raise funds for JABA online! For those who want to maximize their impact, create a Team of Fundraisers to work toward a common goal!
For more detailed information visit: www.jabacares.org/gi...
#makeadifference #dogood
For more detailed information visit: www.jabacares.org/gi...
#makeadifference #dogood
July 31, 2025 at 6:34 PM
Peer-to-Peer #Fundraising is now available! Similar to GoFundMe, you can now raise funds for JABA online! For those who want to maximize their impact, create a Team of Fundraisers to work toward a common goal!
For more detailed information visit: www.jabacares.org/gi...
#makeadifference #dogood
For more detailed information visit: www.jabacares.org/gi...
#makeadifference #dogood
#Volunteer in Lovingston! Help older adults connect to their Zoom #Medicare Insurance Counseling Appointments at JABA centers.
Join a passionate team and #help save your neighbors millions of dollars on prescription costs.
Training starts soon! Learn more: www.jabacares.org/be...
Join a passionate team and #help save your neighbors millions of dollars on prescription costs.
Training starts soon! Learn more: www.jabacares.org/be...
July 31, 2025 at 2:10 PM
#Volunteer in Lovingston! Help older adults connect to their Zoom #Medicare Insurance Counseling Appointments at JABA centers.
Join a passionate team and #help save your neighbors millions of dollars on prescription costs.
Training starts soon! Learn more: www.jabacares.org/be...
Join a passionate team and #help save your neighbors millions of dollars on prescription costs.
Training starts soon! Learn more: www.jabacares.org/be...
Friends, family, and neighbors providing care to loved ones through financial, emotional, or practical support are considered caregivers.
JABA offers a variety of resources for caregivers, including presentations, one-on-one resources, and support groups.
JABA offers a variety of resources for caregivers, including presentations, one-on-one resources, and support groups.
July 29, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Friends, family, and neighbors providing care to loved ones through financial, emotional, or practical support are considered caregivers.
JABA offers a variety of resources for caregivers, including presentations, one-on-one resources, and support groups.
JABA offers a variety of resources for caregivers, including presentations, one-on-one resources, and support groups.
#Volunteer in Stanardsville! Help older adults connect to their Zoom #Medicare Insurance Counseling Appointments at JABA centers.
Join a passionate team and #help save your neighbors millions of dollars on prescription costs.
Training starts soon! Learn more: www.jabacares.org/be...
Join a passionate team and #help save your neighbors millions of dollars on prescription costs.
Training starts soon! Learn more: www.jabacares.org/be...
July 28, 2025 at 9:30 PM
#Volunteer in Stanardsville! Help older adults connect to their Zoom #Medicare Insurance Counseling Appointments at JABA centers.
Join a passionate team and #help save your neighbors millions of dollars on prescription costs.
Training starts soon! Learn more: www.jabacares.org/be...
Join a passionate team and #help save your neighbors millions of dollars on prescription costs.
Training starts soon! Learn more: www.jabacares.org/be...
Parenting isn't defined by our biology, it's care, support, and unconditional love. Thank you for being you.
July 27, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Parenting isn't defined by our biology, it's care, support, and unconditional love. Thank you for being you.
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July 24, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Check here to take our wellness quiz: form.jotform.com/251...
In today’s fast-paced world, self-care is no longer a luxury; it is a necessity. As we juggle the demands of work, relationships, and daily responsibilities, it is vital to take time to nurture our well-being to maintain and support our mental and physical health. Read: www.jabacares.org/ja...
July 23, 2025 at 4:00 PM
In today’s fast-paced world, self-care is no longer a luxury; it is a necessity. As we juggle the demands of work, relationships, and daily responsibilities, it is vital to take time to nurture our well-being to maintain and support our mental and physical health. Read: www.jabacares.org/ja...
Veterans with disabilities and/or caregivers may qualify for many of our programs:
- JREC's (VA reimburses eligible veterans)
- Aging Services Coordination
- Caregiver Support
- Home Delivered Meals (60+)
- Community Centers (60+)
We look forward to honoring your service: www.jabacares.org/se...
- JREC's (VA reimburses eligible veterans)
- Aging Services Coordination
- Caregiver Support
- Home Delivered Meals (60+)
- Community Centers (60+)
We look forward to honoring your service: www.jabacares.org/se...
July 22, 2025 at 6:46 PM
Veterans with disabilities and/or caregivers may qualify for many of our programs:
- JREC's (VA reimburses eligible veterans)
- Aging Services Coordination
- Caregiver Support
- Home Delivered Meals (60+)
- Community Centers (60+)
We look forward to honoring your service: www.jabacares.org/se...
- JREC's (VA reimburses eligible veterans)
- Aging Services Coordination
- Caregiver Support
- Home Delivered Meals (60+)
- Community Centers (60+)
We look forward to honoring your service: www.jabacares.org/se...
Cooling Centers are open throughout Central Virginia. Find a list below. As our community faces extreme heat conditions, complications for older adults and people with health conditions can pose a risk to their safety and well-being. Stay cool, hydrate, and check in on each other.
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June 24, 2025 at 2:59 PM
Cooling Centers are open throughout Central Virginia. Find a list below. As our community faces extreme heat conditions, complications for older adults and people with health conditions can pose a risk to their safety and well-being. Stay cool, hydrate, and check in on each other.
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Your #advocacy makes a difference! The final President’s budget does not include funding cuts to the Older Americans Act. But more work needs to be done. Read about positive news, and continue to advocate for vulnerable adults who are facing #Medicaid and #SNAP funding cuts: www.jabacares.org/ja...
June 9, 2025 at 8:31 PM
Your #advocacy makes a difference! The final President’s budget does not include funding cuts to the Older Americans Act. But more work needs to be done. Read about positive news, and continue to advocate for vulnerable adults who are facing #Medicaid and #SNAP funding cuts: www.jabacares.org/ja...
You can help prevent your loved ones from being scammed.
Remember SAVES:
-SHARE information about the most recent Medicare scams: smpresource.org.
-ASK questions if you suspect someone might be scamming your friend or neighbor.
Remember SAVES:
-SHARE information about the most recent Medicare scams: smpresource.org.
-ASK questions if you suspect someone might be scamming your friend or neighbor.
June 6, 2025 at 5:46 PM
You can help prevent your loved ones from being scammed.
Remember SAVES:
-SHARE information about the most recent Medicare scams: smpresource.org.
-ASK questions if you suspect someone might be scamming your friend or neighbor.
Remember SAVES:
-SHARE information about the most recent Medicare scams: smpresource.org.
-ASK questions if you suspect someone might be scamming your friend or neighbor.
Pulled from the #archives, this profile on Nina Fitzgerald, who was born in 1912, describes her early life and her #retirement, which she spent at JABA’s Nelson Community Center. #ThrowbackThursday to this glimpse at the lives of older adults during the early years of JABA: www.jabacares.org/ja...
June 5, 2025 at 11:21 PM
Pulled from the #archives, this profile on Nina Fitzgerald, who was born in 1912, describes her early life and her #retirement, which she spent at JABA’s Nelson Community Center. #ThrowbackThursday to this glimpse at the lives of older adults during the early years of JABA: www.jabacares.org/ja...
Three steps from the Senior #Medicare Patrol (SMP) to combat Fraud: Prevent, Detect, Report!
1. Prevent: Open and read your Medicare statements.
2. Detect: Look for double charges or services you don’t recognize.
3. Report: Contact the SMP for questions or concerns: smpresource.org.
1. Prevent: Open and read your Medicare statements.
2. Detect: Look for double charges or services you don’t recognize.
3. Report: Contact the SMP for questions or concerns: smpresource.org.
June 4, 2025 at 4:45 PM
Three steps from the Senior #Medicare Patrol (SMP) to combat Fraud: Prevent, Detect, Report!
1. Prevent: Open and read your Medicare statements.
2. Detect: Look for double charges or services you don’t recognize.
3. Report: Contact the SMP for questions or concerns: smpresource.org.
1. Prevent: Open and read your Medicare statements.
2. Detect: Look for double charges or services you don’t recognize.
3. Report: Contact the SMP for questions or concerns: smpresource.org.
Remember, the Social Security Administration and Medicare will not call or email you for sensitive information. One of our volunteer Insurance Counselors shares a personal story about this during #MedicareFraudPreventionWeek:
June 3, 2025 at 6:51 PM
Remember, the Social Security Administration and Medicare will not call or email you for sensitive information. One of our volunteer Insurance Counselors shares a personal story about this during #MedicareFraudPreventionWeek:
Socialization is key for everyone! Have you listened to Aging (R)Evolution yet? Find it on our website www.jabacares.org/podcast or anywhere you listen to your podcasts!
June 2, 2025 at 6:53 PM
Socialization is key for everyone! Have you listened to Aging (R)Evolution yet? Find it on our website www.jabacares.org/podcast or anywhere you listen to your podcasts!