We’re thrilled to welcome our newest assisted living communities to VALA in the third quarter! 🏡 Thank you for supporting our mission to improve senior living standards and strengthen care across Virginia. 💙 #VALA #VALAcares #SeniorCare #QuarterlyRecap #VALAQ3Recap

We appreciate the valuable support of Viva Senior Living of Chesapeake as a proud member of VALA. Together, we stand stronger in our commitment to advocate for the well-being of Virginia's senior citizens! #VALA

Thank you to our incredible Industry Partner Members for joining VALA in the third quarter! 👏🏼 Together, we empower better care, stronger communities, and brighter futures for seniors across Virginia. 💙🏡 #VALA #IndustryPartners #VALAQuarterlyRecap #Q3Recap

Please join VALA in showing appreciation for Neil Medical Group for being one of VALA’s Industry Partner Members! Thank you for your support and commitment to enhancing the lives of our elderly residents. Here's to a brighter future with VALA! #VALA

We are grateful for the support of Living Well Assisted Living in being a VALA member. There is strength in numbers as we advocate for Virginia’s seniors! Learn more about their community by visiting their website. #VALA

Please join VALA in showing appreciation for Wellness Concepts Pharmacy for being one of VALA’s Industry Partner Members! Thank you for your support and commitment to enhancing the lives of our elderly residents. Learn more on their website. #VALA

We appreciate the valuable support of Golden Care Services, LLC as a proud member of VALA. Together, we stand stronger in our commitment to advocate for the well-being of Virginia's senior citizens! To explore their community further, please visit their website. #VALA

We are grateful for the support of Auburn Hill at Swift Creek in being a VALA member. There is strength in numbers as we advocate for Virginia’s seniors! Learn more about their community by visiting their website. #VALA

Please join VALA in showing appreciation for Odyssey Rehabilitation for being one of VALA’s Industry Partner Members! Thank you for your support and commitment to enhancing the lives of our elderly residents. Learn more on their website. #VALA

We appreciate the valuable support of Chastain Home for Gentlewomen as a proud member of VALA. Together, we stand stronger in our commitment to advocate for the well-being of Virginia's senior citizens! To explore their community further, please visit their website. #VALA

We’re proud to honor Delegate Holly M. Seibold, recipient of the 2026 Champion of the Year VALA Diamond Award! 🏆 Her dedication to advocating for older adults and supporting Virginia’s senior living community inspires meaningful change. 💜 #VALA

We are grateful for the support of Good Neighbor Village in being a VALA member. There is strength in numbers as we advocate for Virginia’s seniors! Learn more about their community by visiting their website. #VALA

Mark Your Calendar: Norfolk Listening Session! DARS is hosting a Listening Session to hear from Virginians as they prepare for the next State Plan for Aging Services. 📍 In-Person — Norfolk 📅 Oct. 30 | 10 AM–12 PM Scan the QR code to learn more. #VALA

We’re delighted to celebrate A. Rena Williams as the 2026 Senior Living Advocate of the Year VALA Diamond Award recipient! 💎👏 Her dedication to senior living and inspiring excellence throughout her community continues to make a lasting impact. 💙 #VALA

Congratulations to Brookdale Chambrel Williamsburg, recipient of the 2026 Assisted Living Best Practice of the Year VALA Diamond Award! 🎉 Their Interdisciplinary Pre-Move-In Meetings demonstrate teamwork and innovation in assisted living. 💙 #VALA

We appreciate the valuable support of Cogir of Alexandria Fillmore as a proud member of VALA. Together, we stand stronger in our commitment to advocate for the well-being of Virginia's senior citizens! To explore their community further, please visit their website. #VALA

Congratulations to Shawnte Gwathney, recipient of the 2026 Assisted Living Support Staff of the Year VALA Diamond Award! 🎉 Her dedication, compassion, and positive spirit make a meaningful difference. Thank you for all you do! 💜 #VALA

Congratulations to Joshua Haynes, recipient of the 2026 Assisted Living Caregiver of the Year VALA Diamond Award! 🏅 His compassion, dedication, and person-centered care make a meaningful difference every day. Thank you for all you do! 💛 #VALA

Congratulations to Alicia Lewis, recipient of the 2026 Assisted Living Administrator of the Year VALA Diamond Award! 🎉 Her leadership, compassion, and dedication make a meaningful difference. Thank you for inspiring excellence in senior living! 💙 #VALA

National Heroes Day 🎖️ Honoring the courage, service, and sacrifices of those who have made a lasting impact on our communities and nation. Their dedication reminds us of the difference one person can make through service, compassion, and courage. #VALA