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Empowering Independence and Access

From expanding nutrition programs to modernizing adult protective services, DARS has taken major steps to support older Virginians and those with disabilities. These highlights represent just a portion of our ongoing work.

  • Expanded Nutrition Program: A $1.6M grant expanded the Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program from less than 50% coverage in 2022 to 100% statewide by 2024—bringing fresh, local food to over 32,000 low-income seniors through local Area Agencies on Aging and governments.
  • 24/7 Online APS Reporting: Adult Protective Services now offers 24/7 secure online reporting, replacing the prior phone-only process and enabling quicker responses to over 45,000 reports annually.
  • Real Pay for Real Jobs: Since 2022, more than 600 Virginians with disabilities have moved from subminimum wage to integrated, competitive employment through this initiative.
  • No Wrong Door Services: More than 133,000 individuals were connected to community-based services in 2024 through the No Wrong Door network, helping 92% avoid institutional care.
  • Consistent Guardian Training Statewide: All guardians of incapacitated adults now complete standardized online training via a new DARS portal, replacing paper processes and ensuring statewide consistency.

CONTACT US

Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services
8004 Franklin Farms Drive
Henrico, VA 23229-5019

Voice: 804.662.7000
Toll Free Numbers: 800.552.5019
Videophone: 804.325.1316
E-mail: dars@dars.virginia.gov

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