Aging in Place Workbook 2019

HEALTH &WELLNESS

Daily Living/In-Home and Community-Based Care, cont... Managing medications can be a challenge, especially with multiple prescriptions or when memory impairment is involved. Is it a challenge for you? Yes____N0____ If you answered yes : Have you researched and considered any medication management systems? Yes____N0____ Have you asked a family member, friend or hired employee to assist you to ensure medications are taken as prescribed? Yes____N0____

Do you know about the NRV Area Agency on Aging and the various no cost or low cost programs, services and information they provide to older adults, adults with disabilities and caregivers? (see list of NRV Agency on Aging programs and services below) Yes____N0____

Did You Know?

New River Valley Agency on Aging Programs and Services:  Care Coordination Services  Congregate Meals  Elder Abuse Prevention  Home Delivered Meals  Homemaker Services  General Info and Assistance  Legal Services  Medical Transportation  Ombudsman Program 

The NRV Agency on Aging is dedicated to helping people with a whole host of issues related to aging.

For more information go to: www.nrvaoa.org

Respite Care/Caregiver Support

Volunteer Opportunities

or call: 540-980-7720

Virginia Insurance Counseling Program

Aging in Place: Your Home, Your Community, Your Choice

Health & Wellness

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