Crater District Area Agency on Aging

12/03/2025

Our CDAAA team gathered on November 21, 2025, for a wonderful Thanksgiving lunch to celebrate the season of gratitude! 🧡🦃

We are especially thankful for continued learning and the expertise within our organization. A big thank you to Shelisha Hill, Nutrition Director and RDN, for an informative presentation on Diabetes Prevention—a timely reminder as we head into the holiday season. 🍎✨

We loved hearing from Avril, Ph.D. and RDN-in-training, who shared her rich culture and experiences growing up in the U.S. Virgin Islands—taking us on a beautiful journey through food, traditions, and community. 🌴🍲✈️

We are grateful for our dedicated team and the many ways we continue to learn, grow, and support our community together. Wishing everyone a Happy Thanksgiving! 🧡🍁

11/26/2025

Celebrate the end of American Diabetes Month by committing to healthy habits. The plate method is a straightforward way to build balanced meals, fill 1/2 your plate with non-starchy vegetables, a 1/4 with carbohydrates or starches, and a 1/4 with protein. Make water or low-calorie sweetened drinks your go-to choices!

11/20/2025

On October 7, 2025, Crater District Area Agency on Aging proudly celebrated 50 years of serving older adults, caregivers, and communities across the region. This milestone reflects half a century of dedication, advocacy, and support made possible by our passionate staff, committed partners, and the individuals who trust us to walk alongside them. Thank you for being part of our mission — yesterday, today, and the years ahead. 💙

10/30/2025

🎉 Congratulations to Our 2025 Diabetes Prevention Program Graduates! 🎉

We’re so proud to celebrate 20 amazing participants who successfully completed our 12-month Lifestyle Change Program! Over the past year, they’ve worked hard to build healthier habits, stay active, and make lasting changes to prevent type 2 diabetes. 💪🥗🚶‍♀️

We’re now recruiting for our next Diabetes Prevention Program cohort, starting January 2026!

📞 Call us at 804-732-7020 if you’re interested in joining.
Spaces are limited — the class is capped at 30 participants (15 per class) — so don’t wait, reserve your spot TODAY!

Let’s make 2026 a year of healthy beginnings! 💙

10/15/2025

🎉 Thank You to Our Amazing Sponsors! 🎉

On Tuesday, October 7th, we celebrated CDAAA’s 50th Anniversary with a beautiful event from 10am - 2pm— and it wouldn’t have been possible without the incredible support of our sponsors. 💛

Your generosity helped us honor 50 years of service and set the stage for the future of our mission. THANK YOU for standing with us!

👏 With deep gratitude, we recognize:

👁️ Vision Sponsor
⭐ The Bank of Southside Virginia (BSV)

🌟 Hope Sponsors
• Network Integration Specialists, Inc.
• Debbie Edwards & James Adkins
• FeedMore, Inc.
• Florence Insurance Agency

💙 Support Sponsor
• W. S. Campbell Tow

From all of us at CDAAA — thank you for helping us celebrate this milestone in such a meaningful way. Here's to the next 50 years! 🥂💫

10/07/2025

50th Anniversary Raffle Winners! 👏

1st place: Anita Hobbs
2nd place: Asha Moses
3rd place: Daisy Baugh

Thank you for participating and congratulations to the winners! 🥳

10/03/2025

🎉 Just Days Away: CDAAA's 50th Anniversary Celebration – Thank You to Our Sponsors! 🎉

We’re thrilled to celebrate 50 years of service and community impact this Tuesday, October 7th – and we couldn’t do it without the generous support of our sponsors!

Please join us in recognizing those who helped make this milestone event possible:

👁️ Vision Sponsor:
The Bank of Southside Virginia (BSV)

🌟 Hope Sponsors:
• Network Integration Specialists, Inc.
• Debbie Edwards & James Adkins
• FeedMore, Inc.

💙 Support Sponsor:
• W. S. Campbell Tow

Your support honors our legacy and empowers our future. From all of us at CDAAA – thank you for standing with us!

09/10/2025

🧹 Now Hiring: Homemaker 🏡

Do you take pride in creating clean, safe, and welcoming spaces? We're looking for compassionate individuals to join our team as Homemakers, helping clients live comfortably and independently in their own homes.

📩 Apply today: via Indeed; send your resume to ahobbs@cdaaa.org; or stop by our office

“Home is where the heart is—and you help make it that way”

📍 Location: District 19
💰 Competitive pay + supportive work environment

What You’ll Do: ✨ Light housekeeping (dusting, vacuuming, mopping, laundry) 🛒 Assist with errands and shopping 🍳 Prepare simple meals 💬 Provide companionship and friendly conversation 📋 Document services and communicate with agency staff ✅ Follow agency protocols

What We’re Looking For: ✔ Strong communication and interpersonal skills ✔ Ability to work independently and as part of a team ✔ Reliable, organized, and safety-conscious ✔ Valid driver’s license ✔

Preferred Experience: 🌟 Prior caregiving or home management experience 🌟 Familiarity with daily living tasks 🌟 CPR or First Aid certification

📩 Apply today: via Indeed; send your resume to ahobbs@cdaaa.org; or stop by our office

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09/08/2025

Renata Sharnick, CEO of Crater District Area Agency on Aging, and Shelisha Hill, RDN Nutrition and Wellness Director, recently attended the Meals on Wheels Conference in San Antonio.

This national gathering brought together leaders and advocates committed to ensuring that no senior goes hungry or forgotten. It was an inspiring opportunity to learn, share, and grow with others who believe in the transformative power of nutrition and compassionate service.

Home Delivered Meals are so much more than food - they are a lifeline.

For many homebound older adults, a daily meal is not only essential nourishment but also a vital connection to the outside world. These visits often provide the only human interaction they receive in a day. It’s a safety check, a warm smile, and a reminder that they are not alone.

If you or someone else is in need of Home Delivered Meals please contact us at 804-732-7020.

09/08/2025

The holidays are just around the corner, and ThisAbility's Christmas assistance program is here to help make them special for your family! 🎁 Learn more and apply through the link attached.

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Hello Friends The holiday season is almost here, and at ThisAbility, we’re so excited to once again offer our Annual Christmas Assistance Program! Each year, this program helps bring joy, hope, and holiday cheer to families in our community who are raising children with disabilities. We’d love f...

09/04/2025

🎉 Celebrating 50 Years of Service! 🎉

We are excited to celebrate Crater District Area Agency on Aging's 50th Anniversary—a monumental milestone made possible by the incredible partnerships and support from community organizers like YOU! 🎉

For half a century, we’ve worked together to uplift and empower our community, and we’re so proud of everything we’ve accomplished. Now, it’s time to celebrate this legacy of collaboration and service!

We invite all our partners and organizers to join us in honoring this special occasion. Let’s continue making a lasting impact together! 💪💙

Thank you for your dedication and commitment—here’s to many more years of partnership and success! 🎊



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