The Area Agency on Aging serving the 5th Planning District of Virginia.

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Are You Okay?

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Speaker's Bureau

LOA News

Speakers Bureau
     The LOA  has a free Speakers Bureau to provide information of concern to seniors and their care givers.

The Speakers Bureau presents programs on such topics as:

• LOA Services

Detailed information about specific programs offered to seniors and their caregivers by LOA.

• The Sandwich Generation

For those who are caught in the middle: raising children and caring for aging relatives.

• So Now You're a Care Giver

What do you do and how do you do it? A beginner’s instruction on finding and using help in the community.

• Scams & The Elderly

Unscrupulous salesmen, telephone and mail scams: Beware! Crooks are waiting to take your money.

• How to Make Your Life Safer

Get rid of those throw rugs? Sit down and cause a ruckus? Worried about warding off crime at your age? Practical and easy tips to make your life safer.

• Advance Decision Making

Just the facts about living wills and powers of attorney. What they mean and when you should sign one.

• The Benefits of Volunteering

Open your heart and give you most valuable asset, your time. Complete information about the opportunities available at LOA and opportunities for the senior volunteer.

• Options in Retirement Living

There is a difference between rental housing, life care communities and retirement communities. Now you can learn what these terms mean.

• Health Insurance Options

What everyone should know about Medicare supplemental, long-term care and other types of health insurance before you buy.

• Medicare Fraud

Learn how to Protect. Learn how to detect. Learn how to report.

During 2006, LOA staff presented over 100 programs to civic organizations, churches, senior groups, support groups, students and care givers throughout the Roanoke Valley and Alleghany Highlands.

Presentations may be tailored for a group's demographics, time constraints, and particular interests. Speakers are available at your convenience -- evenings and weekends are available. LOA is also available to participate in health fairs, trade shows and senior fairs.

When requesting a speaker, please be prepared to provide the following information:

1.      Name of organization

2.      Your name, title and phone number

3.      Time, date, and location of engagement

4.      Approximate size of audience

5.      Topic and desired length of program

6.      Special requests

The Speaker's Bureau is coordinated by the Public Relations Department of LOA. Please contact us if you have questions or would like to request a speaker (540) 345-0451.