As of November 1, 2025, millions of Americans—including many older adults—may not receive their monthly food benefits through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) due to the ongoing federal government shutdown. This disruption affects individuals living on fixed incomes, many of whom rely on SNAP to afford groceries and maintain their health.
Find upcoming election dates, registration deadlines and voting options in Virginia, such as absentee voting, early voting or voting with a disability.
The 2020 Faithful Aging Conference will be held from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on March 31, at the Bonsack United Methodist Church (4493 Bonsack Road NE, Roanoke, Virginia 24012). All persons from different faith backgrounds are invited to attend this event so that they can learn, network, and share best ministry practices.
It is not only a new year, but a new decade, and a great time to reflect on new changes. Is your health where you would like it to be? Is your doctor recommending more activity?