The Span Center

The Span Center A non-profit agency providing direct services, information & referral and advocacy

We are located in Central Virginia and serve the following localities:
City of Richmond
Charles City
Chesterfield
Goochland
Henrico
Hanover
New Kent
Powhatan

Building Habits for Brain HealthDon't miss this FREE educational event for adults and caregivers, presented by the Hanov...
06/03/2026

Building Habits for Brain Health

Don't miss this FREE educational event for adults and caregivers, presented by the Hanover Council on Aging!

Featuring Missy Harden, Certified Independent Dementia Care Consultant, and Rachel Lawson, Senior Program Manager with the Greater Richmond Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association.

Friday, June 12 at 10am - 11:30am
Church of the Redeemer
8275 Meadowbridge Rd.
Mechanicsville, VA 23116

Registration is required. Visit https://bit.l-y/June26AgeWell or call 804-365-4300 to register.

Sneak peak of an Exciting upcoming project! Huge thanks to Double Take for partnering with us to make it happen!Stay tun...
06/02/2026

Sneak peak of an Exciting upcoming project! Huge thanks to Double Take for partnering with us to make it happen!

Stay tuned for more!

Aging With PRIDE!According to a survey conducted by AARP, more than 80% of older le***an, gay, bisexual, transgender, an...
06/01/2026

Aging With PRIDE!

According to a survey conducted by AARP, more than 80% of older le***an, gay, bisexual, transgender, and q***r (LGBTQ) individuals expressed concerns about not having enough social support systems as they age. Across all subsegments of the LGBTQ community, people report being more isolated, less financially secure, and often without the same level of familial support as others who are not part of the q***r community may have.

Caregivers across the board often sacrifice their own health and quality of life for the sake of their loved ones. Most LGBTQ caregivers report feeling they had no choice in taking on their caregiver role, often with the person needing their care not accepting their identity, which creates additional strain on the caregiver’s wellbeing.

Despite all the obstacles, the LGBTQ community remains resilient, and many still report leading satisfying lives, especially when they have a support network to lean on. Stable and supportive relationships among partners, friends, and chosen family not only make people happy overall, but contribute to one’s general wellbeing.

Join The Span Center in recognizing PRIDE month!

Join Opening Minds through Art (OMA) and make a meaningful difference in the lives of older adults living with dementia....
05/28/2026

Join Opening Minds through Art (OMA) and make a meaningful difference in the lives of older adults living with dementia.

Volunteer sessions are:
Tuesdays 10am-12pm (June 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; July 7, 14, 21, 28)
Thursdays 10am-12pm (June 4, 11, 18, 25; July 9, 16, 23, 30)

OMA is an intergenerational art program where high school and college students meet one-on-one with older adults living with dementia.

Through art, meaningful relationships grow, joy is shared, and stories are celebrated.

Learn more through scrippsoma.org

Today, The Span Center joins our community in a moment of reflection.Memorial Day is more than a three-day weekend; it i...
05/25/2026

Today, The Span Center joins our community in a moment of reflection.

Memorial Day is more than a three-day weekend; it is a solemn tribute to the men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. Their courage secured the freedoms we enjoy today, and their legacy remains an enduring part of our national story.

TELEBRIDGESFriendly phone calls for older adultsStay connected with regular phone calls from a friendly volunteer. TeleB...
05/21/2026

TELEBRIDGES

Friendly phone calls for older adults

Stay connected with regular phone calls from a friendly volunteer. TeleBridges matches older adults with volunteers for scheduled calls. These calls provide a listening ear, kind conversation, and reassurance that someone cares and will be checking in on a regular basis. Many older adults experience loneliness due to health challenges, separation from loved ones, or loss, which can adversely impact physical and mental well-being. TeleBridges offers comfort and reassurance with weekly calls, giving participants a listening ear and friendly
support.

Participants are matched with volunteers who build rapport and trust over time, creating meaningful connections that make a difference.

To learn more or join as a participant or
volunteer, contact:

The Span Center
call: 804-343-3000
email: [email protected]

FRIENDSHIP CAFÉSImagine a place right in yourneighborhood where the lunch isalways healthy, the activities arealways fre...
05/20/2026

FRIENDSHIP CAFÉS

Imagine a place right in your
neighborhood where the lunch is
always healthy, the activities are
always fresh, and the company is
always familiar. That place is the
Friendship Café.

Designed for adults aged 60+, cafés
are vibrant community hubs where "staying active" looks like a morning of creative arts, a lively exercise session, or a guest lecture that sparks a new interest.

With 20 locations across Richmond
and the surrounding counties, there
is almost certainly a café just around the corner from you.

Each site is also overseen by qualified Nutrition Managers who ensure every meal meets daily dietary needs and each day is filled with fun activities.

The best part? It’s all provided at no
cost. From the warm meals and
fitness classes to the organized
field trips and creative workshops,
your seat at the table is already
waiting for you.

Most locations are open from 9:30am to 1:00 pm, four days a week. We’ve got the food and the fun—all we’re missing is you.

Ready to find your local spot? Visit
The Span Center online or call us
today to find the café nearest you.

We can’t wait to see you there!

The Span Center
804-343-3000
spancenter.org

The Span Center Spring Publication is Now Available! Read it by following the link below.https://spancenter.org/publicat...
05/20/2026

The Span Center Spring Publication is Now Available! Read it by following the link below.

https://spancenter.org/publication

Friends, partners, volunteers, community members, and colleagues, we're delighted to announce the release of the latest edition of The Span Center Publication.

In this edition, we have info on staying in touch with Telephone Reassurance, Older Adults Month, an article on the power of storytelling, volunteer superheroes, upcoming community events, and much more!

In addition to the digital version, a print version of our publication is available in all libraries throughout our service area.

Happy reading!

At The Span Center, we believe every person deserves to be empowered, valued, and celebrated. For more than 50 years, we...
05/18/2026

At The Span Center, we believe every person deserves to be empowered, valued, and celebrated. For more than 50 years, we’ve served as a trusted resource for older adults, caregivers and persons with disabilities in the Capital Area of Virginia, dedicated to helping people in Charles City, Chesterfield, Goochland, Hanover, Henrico, New Kent, Powhatan, and the City of Richmond.

Please take a few moments to complete our survey by scanning the QR code to share your thoughts about your community. This feedback helps us to improve and expand our services as well as helps us build a better community together.

https://conta.cc/3Ri8whd

This survey closes on May 30, 2026

Thank you so much to the Department of Veterans Affairs (VHA) Caregiver Support Program (CSP) for inviting us to partici...
05/13/2026

Thank you so much to the Department of Veterans Affairs (VHA) Caregiver Support Program (CSP) for inviting us to participate in their Caregiver & Family Resource Fair last week!

We really enjoyed connecting with everyone and sharing information about our programs!

Address

1300 Semmes Avenue
Richmond, VA
23224

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

Telephone

+18043433000

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