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Newer office serves older folk

The Local Office on Aging (LOA) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping older persons remain independent for as long as possible. LOA administers over 25 community services that provide nutrition, education, advocacy, and socialization for those 60 and older and their families in the Fifth Planning District of Virginia, including Alleghany County, Botetourt County, Covington, Craig County, Roanoke City, Roanoke County, and Salem.

LOA recently purchased property at 4902 Frontage Road, adjacent to its Roanoke headquarters for expansion of services and to further its mission.

“We’ve got a lot of exciting things planned there that will help our seniors remain independent and live longer with improved quality of life,” says President and CEO Ron Boyd. “Our goal is to equip them with the knowledge and services necessary to avoid early institutionalization and help support caregivers who may not be able to stay with their loved ones all day. We’re hoping to begin renovations in November, and we can’t wait to share more in-depth plans in the future.”

The new facility will serve as LOA’s Health & Wellness Center and will house the nonprofit’s nutrition staff, Meals on Wheels office, a new congregate diner’s site, as well as classes, programs, and activities aimed at providing greater options for healthy aging. The renovations are anticipated to be completed in the spring of 2022. Learn more at www.loaa.org.

– Information submitted by Access Advertising & Public Relations

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Executive Summary:

LOA helps seniors throughout our region remain independent.