Celebrating 50 years of
Supporting Your Choice to
Live Independently
Our Mission:
Central Virginia Alliance for Community Living supports older adults and adults with disabilities to live with dignity in accordance with their own personal choice.
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Our Vision:
All individuals regardless of age or disability maintain independence, dignity, equal rights
and a meaningful life based on their individual choice.
What's New at CVACL?
Navigating Dementia: Empowerment and Connection is a guided six-week workshop series designed for those with mild cognitive impairment or an early dementia-related illness (officially diagnosed or not) that want to learn techniques to manage life proactively. With the support of Genworth Foundation, our next session begins Monday, October 13; we'll meet at 12:00 p.m. for about an hour via Zoom. Contact Maggie for more information or to sign up: mmccanna@cvcl.org or 434-385-9070 x 106.
APPLICATIONS STILL AVAILABLE
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Senior Farm Market Fresh Nutrition Program
New format and application process.
Applications for this program, providing $50 for fresh fruits and vegetables from local farmers' markets for those aged 60+ that meet income requirements, are available online
OR in person at our office. Deadline: September 30. Use by November 30.
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COMING SOON!
Aging in Place: Your Home, Your Community, Your Choice
A Workshop for Planning Your Future
No one truly knows how their needs might change in their later years, which can make planning for aging in place daunting. It’s also easy to put off for another day, but the sooner you can get proactive about planning for aging in place, the more likely you will be to remain independent and in the home of your choosing. If this interests you, please plan to attend this workshop on:
Tuesday, November 18, 2025 • 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Central Virginia Alliance for Community Living, 501 12th Street, Lynchburg
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Fee: $10 per person / $15 per couple. Limited scholarships available.
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For more information or to register, contact Maggie at (434) 385-9070 ext.106 or mmccanna@cvcl.org. Prefer to register online? Go to the Donate tab and select the Aging in Place Workshop from the dropdown menu.
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Evidence Based Health and Wellness programs provide education and information that will help you manage chronic conditions and stay active and healthy.​
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Chronic Disease Self-Management
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Bingocize
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Matter of Balance
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Geri Fit
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Walk with Ease
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Falls Talk
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Healthy Ideas
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Dealing with Dementia
​Whether you are planning for your own care or caring for aging parents, we can provide you with the unbiased answers and resources you need.
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Information and Referral
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Care Assessment and Coordination
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Options Counseling
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Checking Services
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Care Transitions
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Personal Care
Nutrition assistance programs are designed to address hunger, food insecurity, malnutrition, and healthy eating habits.
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Meals on Wheels for Seniors
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Animeals
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Education and Nutrition Centers
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Farm Market Fresh (seasonal)
Housing programs are designed to improve overall housing conditions, accessibility and energy efficiency in order to support individuals remaining safely and independently in their homes.
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Weatherization
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Emergency Home Accessibility and Repair
Transportation programs enable individuals without access to transportation the ability to travel for medical care and treatments.
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Dial-A-Ride
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New Freedom
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Bedford Ride
From navigating Medicare to addressing nursing home concerns, from access to legal services to education on elder abuse prevention, CVACL is the advocate of older adults and their caregivers.
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Ombudsman
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Medicare Counseling
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No Wrong Door
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Legal Aid Services
Contact Central Virginia Alliance for Community Living, Inc.
501 12th St, Lynchburg, VA 24504, USA
phone (434) 385-9070
FAX 434-385-9209