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Caregiver Connection helps address the needs of those who are caring for an adult with physical or cognitive deterioration, usually a parent or spouse.

Adverse Weather Policy: If Chesterfield County Schools are closed, this meeting will be cancelled. For a delayed or early dismissal, please check this event or call Aging and Disability Services (768-7878) to verify the status of the meeting.

Learn about the world's largest genealogical organization, FamilySearch, and its role in preserving historical records, including the research that helped Alex Haley write the acclaimed novel "Roots." Registration required.

Subject Matter experts from DuPont will speak on multiple threat protection for First Responders. Information on Specification, Selection, Use, and Care of Ballistic, Fire Resistant, Chemical , and Bio-Hazard Personal Protective Equipment will be shared.

Shared Classroom A

Please note that if the County is closed, or is designated as “Minimum Staffing,” we will NOT be having our information session.

Visitation is open for parents and legal guardians of Detention Home residents. Please see visitation page for more information.

Join story teller Justin Leak in an interactive experience of an ancient art form that has highlighted the diversity of cultures in Africa for centuries. For ages 6 and up. Registration required.

the Virginia Repertory theatre presents a dramatization of the life and times of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Experience his struggle and his dream to lift our nation "from the quicksand of racial injustice to the solid rock of brotherhood." For all ages. Registration required.

Do you live with diabetes, or know someone who does? Senior Connections, (The Capital Area Agency on Aging) in partnership with the Chesterfield County Office of Aging & Disability Services will offer a workshop entitled Diabetes Self-Management Program. This free workshop led by lay leaders will meet for six consecutive weeks on a designated day and time. People with diabetes must deal not only with their disease, but also with the impact this has on their lives and emotions. This workshop will focus on developing an action plan, feedback and problem solving, communication, nutrition and healthy eating, preventing/monitoring low blood sugar, stress management, depression, positive thinking, working with your healthcare provider, skin and foot care, and preventing complications. Adults with diabetes, friends, family members and caregivers are welcome to participate in this workshop. For registration, please call 804-768-7885.

Visitation is open for parents and legal guardians of Detention Home residents. Please see visitation page for more information.

Kinship/Grandparent Connection is a program of the Senior Advocate's office that offers monthly support groups and resources for grandparents and other kin who are raising a child.

Chesterfield Triad is a partnership among the county’s Sheriff ’s Office, Police Department, Fire and Emergency Medical Services Department, Aging and Disability Services, senior organizations and individuals from the community. It strives to educate seniors and caregivers about programs, services, techniques and systems that help prevent crime against seniors and improve their quality of life.

THIS MONTH: SMART WATER CSI. Cpl. Craig Eckrich of CCPD will discuss SmartWater, a traceable, forensic liquid that can be applied to personal items, linking them to a particular owner. The liquid glows under special UV lights issued to participating law enforcement agencies.

Join story teller Justin Leak in an interactive experience of an ancient art form that has highlighted the diversity of cultures in Africa for centuries. For ages 6 and up. Registration required.

James McKnight, Jr. and Sahara Bowser share the story of Willie Holliday, Sr. in "My Story of a Sharecropper's Life." Registration required.

Do you live with diabetes, or know someone who does? Senior Connections, (The Capital Area Agency on Aging) in partnership with the Chesterfield County Office of Aging & Disability Services will offer a workshop entitled Diabetes Self-Management Program. This free workshop led by lay leaders will meet for six consecutive weeks on a designated day and time. People with diabetes must deal not only with their disease, but also with the impact this has on their lives and emotions. This workshop will focus on developing an action plan, feedback and problem solving, communication, nutrition and healthy eating, preventing/monitoring low blood sugar, stress management, depression, positive thinking, working with your healthcare provider, skin and foot care, and preventing complications. Adults with diabetes, friends, family members and caregivers are welcome to participate in this workshop. For registration, please call 804-768-7885.

Chesterfield County is governed by a five-member Board of Supervisors elected by district. The Board of Supervisors appoints a county administrator who directs the County's day-to-day operations. For information regarding the duties of the Board of Supervisors, see the County Code of Ordinances.

Unless otherwise specified:

• Afternoon work sessions are held at the Administration Building, 9901 Lori Road, Room 502 (5th floor).
• Evening meetings are held in the Chesterfield County Public Meeting Room, 10001 Iron Bridge Road.
Afternoon sessions break at 5 p.m. for dinner, and then resume at 6 p.m.
AdministrationLane B. Ramsey BuildingChesterfieldVA23832

The Chesterfield Council on Aging seeks to enhance the quality of life for older adults and adults with disabilities through education, advocacy and community service. Meetings include a speaker on topics relevant to older adults, as well as reports from Council committees and activities.

In recognition of American Heart month, Dr. Philip Duncan, Cardiologist, will be our special guest speaker for the February Council on Aging meeting. He will present up-to-date information on heart health to include signs & symptoms of heart disease for both men and women as well as preventive measures.