Waynesboro Senior Advocacy Commission
WSAC
Advocating for the
health, safety,
and overall well-being
of older adults
and baby boomers
in Waynesboro, VA.
Advocating for the
health, safety,
and overall well-being
of older adults
and baby boomers
in Waynesboro, VA.
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2009 Waynesboro
Senior Forum
Many thanks to the generous community sponsors who made last year's event possible!
2009 Waynesboro
Senior Forum
Many thanks to the generous community sponsors who made last year's event possible!
Upcoming Event: Meet Your Candidates
The Waynesboro Senior Advocacy Commission (WSAC) is partnering with Valley Program for Aging Services (VPAS) to host two events relating to the upcoming City Council elections in Staunton and Waynesboro. Before you head to the polls on May 5th, find out where the City Council candidates stand on issues affecting local seniors.
Waynesboro Event: Thursday, April 22nd at 1:00 pm | Waynesboro Senior Center
Staunton Event: Thursday, April 29th at 1:00 pm | Staunton Senior Center
Find out more about Meet Your Candidates 2010 in Waynesboro and Staunton
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What's the purpose of the Waynesboro, VA
Senior Advocacy Commission?Currently, approximately 18 percent of Waynesboro residents are 65 or older. As the baby boomer generation reaches older adulthood, the number of seniors in Waynesboro is predicted to double. The demand for medical care, caregiver support, housing, and other vital services will soon skyrocket. This massive change is underway in the City of Waynesboro right now.
The Waynesboro Senior Advocacy Commission (WSAC) works to educate seniors about resources available within the community. Additionally, WSAC serves in an advisory capacity to the Waynesboro City Council. We help convey the needs and concerns of seniors and caregivers to Waynesboro officials, City employees, and regional policy makers.
The following issues impact the quality of life for
Waynesboro, VA seniors...
- Affordable & available housing
- Quality preventative & emergency health care
- Convenient & affordable transportation
- Home health care & respite services
- Caregiver education & support
- Opportunities for socialization & volunteerism
- Assistance with financial & legal planning
- Management of chronic health conditions
- Decisions regarding exercise & nutrition
- Grandparents raising grandchildren
- Opportunities for employment
Who serves on the Senior Advocacy Commission?
The WSAC is a volunteer group appointed by the Waynesboro City Council. Our members include area business leaders and professionals in the senior services industry. Some Commission members have extensive experience in Gerontology or social services, while others have strong personal connections to older adults in the Waynesboro area. If you are interested in serving on the WSAC, please contact us at WaynesboroSeniors@gmail.com.
