Bay Aging

09/03/2026

Labor Day Weekend Office Closure Notice

Bay Aging administrative offices will close at 12:30 p.m. on Friday, September 4, and remain closed through Monday, September 7, in observance of Labor Day.

On Monday, September 7, administrative offices, Active Lifestyle Centers, the Adult Day Center, and Bay Transit will be closed. Home Care Aides will be on duty and visiting clients as scheduled.

🚌Please note: The Urbanna and Colonial Beach trolleys will operate with special holiday hours.

We wish everyone a safe and enjoyable Labor Day weekend.

09/03/2026

Speak Up! Help Virginia Age Better! 📣

The Virginia Center on Aging is conducting a needs assessment to inform the development of the next Virginia State Plan for Aging Services and they want to hear from Virginia residents who are:
•Adults age 60 and older
•Caregivers
•Aging Services Professionals

Speak Up! Help Virginia Age Better!

The Virginia Center on Aging (VCoA) is conducting a statewide needs assessment to inform the development of the next Virginia State Plan for Aging Services. We want to hear from: Adults age 60+, caregivers, advocates and service providers who are residents of Virginia. Individuals age 18 and older who live in Virginia are eligible to complete the survey.

Your responses to this survey are completely anonymous. The survey will take approximately 15-20 minutes and is best completed all at one time. Except for a few eligibility questions, all questions are optional.

Find the survey at: https://tinyurl.com/Aging-Survey. The survey will be open until September 25, 2026.

Learn more about DARS and the State Plan by visiting https://bit.ly/4bSlC9W.
You can learn more about VCoA by visiting https://vcoa.chp.vcu.edu/.

For questions or concerns about the survey, please contact Charlotte Arbogast by phone at 804-662-7093 or by email at [email protected].

09/02/2026

Bay Aging is excited to welcome you to a new Northumberland Memory Café on Tuesday, September 8 from 1 – 2:30 PM at the Mid-County Volunteer Rescue Squad.

Memory Cafés are welcoming, informal gatherings for individuals experiencing memory loss, along with their spouses, care partners, family members, or friends. These gatherings offer a relaxed, judgment-free space for conversation, connection, and community. Whether you are living with memory changes, supporting someone who is, or simply looking for a caring community space, we would love to see you there.

📅 Begins Tuesday, September 8
⏰ Second Tuesday of every month, 1 to 2:30 PM
📍 Mid-County Volunteer Rescue Squad Building
7990 Northumberland Hwy, Heathsville, VA

Memory Cafes are free to attend and no RSVP is required.

09/01/2026

What a wonderful day at Mathews Active Lifestyle Center!

We were thrilled to welcome Canto, a Canine Companions therapy dog, along with his owners, Tom and Vivian Steuterman. We also enjoyed meeting Kobe, who is currently being raised for Canine Companions by Tiffany Gordon, Director of Mathews Social Services.

The visit brought joy, comfort, and plenty of smiles to our participants. Thank you to our special guests for brightening our day and sharing the incredible work of Canine Companions with our community.

It was a paws-itively perfect day! 🐾❤️

09/01/2026

Join Us for the Senior Advocate Active Aging Expo at Bethany UMC!

Looking to connect with local resources and learn practical tips for healthy, independent aging? Mark your calendars for a free half-day event designed specifically for older adults and their families!

📅 Date: Tuesday, September 15, 2026
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM – 12:15 PM
📍 Location: Bethany United Methodist Church
1860 Hayes Rd, Gloucester Point, VA

What to expect:
• Educational Presentations: Topics include Alzheimer's & Dementia research updates, caring for aging parents, volunteering opportunities, and personal safety.
• Community Exhibitors: Connect directly with local resources.
• Perks: Continental breakfast, a boxed lunch to-go, and door prizes!

Hosted by Bethany, Bellamy, and Susanna Wesley United Methodist Churches, and organized by Senior Advocate.

👉 How to Register: RSVP at SeniorAdvocate.Live or call 804-642-2110 to reserve your spot!

08/31/2026

Our next Gloucester Memory Café meets Wednesday, September 9 from 1:30–3 PM at the Daffodil Gardens Community Room, 5954 Garden Grove Ln.

We’re excited to share that a representative from Gloucester Parks & Rec will be joining us at 1:30 PM for a brief conversation on their Best Years Trips Program. This is a wonderful opportunity to learn more about the program and discover upcoming trips.

Memory Cafés are welcoming gatherings for anyone experiencing memory loss or concerns about memory changes—along with their spouses and care partners. Join us to connect, share, and engage with others who understand the journey. This social gathering is free to attend and RSVP is not required. We hope you'll join us!

08/31/2026

Our Northumberland Active Lifestyle Center has moved! 📣

Join us at our new location for food, fun, and friendship. Days and hours of operation are the same. New participants age 60 and up are welcome – lunch is provided, and it’s FREE to attend!

📍Holley Graded School
2439 Northumberland Hwy
Lottsburg, VA 22511

⏰Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
9:30 AM to 2 PM

All of our seven Centers in the Middle Peninsula and Northern Neck offer games, arts & crafts, education, and socialization opportunities. Visit https://bayaging.org/active-lifestyle-centers-2/ for locations and hours of operation for each ALC.

Need a ride? Bay Transit can assist you – call the Ride Line at 1-877-869-6046.

08/31/2026

Early-Stage Dual Support Group Meets Tomorrow

Individuals living with early-stage memory loss and their care partners are invited to join us for Bay Aging’s Early-Stage Dual Support Group in Gloucester.

📅 Tuesday, September 1
⏰ 11am - Noon
📍 Daffodil Gardens – Community Room
5954 Garden Grove Ln, Gloucester

This group offers a relaxed, welcoming space where individuals experiencing early-stage memory changes can connect through conversation and shared activities, while care partners meet separately to share experiences, receive guidance, and support one another.

✅ Free to attend
✅ Support for both individuals with memory changes and care partners
✅ Welcoming, supportive, and judgment-free

First-time participants are asked to call 800-493-0238 to register and complete a brief screening.

You do not have to navigate this journey alone. We are here to walk it with you.

08/30/2026

National Grief Awareness Day is observed on Aug. 30, offering a moment to honor the many ways people experience loss.

Grief is not always linear, and it does not follow a schedule. It may come in waves—quiet one day and overwhelming the next. We may grieve the person someone used to be, the future we imagined, the routines that changed, the caregiving role we never expected, or the empty space after the loss of a beloved pet.

Today, we encourage gentleness: light a candle, say a loved one’s name, share a memory, step outside, call someone who understands, or reach out for support. If someone you know is grieving, a simple message—“I’m thinking of you. I’m here to listen.”—can mean more than you know. Grief deserves compassion, patience, and community.

08/28/2026

As National Wellness Month comes to a close, we are reflecting on the small, realistic ways wellness shows up in everyday life: one choice, one moment, one connection at a time.

Maybe you drank more water, took a short walk, shared a meal, called a friend, asked for help, joined a group, rested when you needed to, or simply gave yourself grace. Each small step matters. Wellness is not about perfection. It is about noticing what supports your body, mind, heart, spirit, and community—and choosing what is possible today.

What small wellness step helped you this month? We would love to hear in the comments.

And remember, Bay Aging is here year-round to connect older adults, caregivers, and families with services and support that help our neighbors live well. Call 800-493-0238 to learn more.