Public Hearing 2025
2025-06-12 13:00 - 15:00 UTC | Senior Services Norfolk Office, 2551 Eltham Ave. Suite Q, Norfolk, VA, 23513, United States
Senior Services of Southeastern Virginia will host its annual public hearing on Thursday, June 12, 2025, from 1:00-3:00 p.m. The public hearing will be held at Senior Services’ Norfolk office as well as virtually via Microsoft Teams.
This public hearing is intended to engage community residents age 60 and over as well as family, caregivers, and institutions that work with older adults. These hearings provide Senior Services with valuable insights about the needs and goals of older adults in the region. Results from the hearings are used to inform the agency’s Area Plan for Aging Services for South Hampton Roads and Strategic Plan.
If you can’t attend but would like to make a comment or ask a question, please email Leila Willis: lwillis@ssseva.org
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Safeguarding Seniors: A Forum on Elder Abuse Awareness and Prevention - July 16
2025-07-16 10:00 - 12:30 | Norfolk Botanical Gardens, 6700 Azalea Garden Rd, Norfolk, VA, 23518, United States
Senior Services of Southeastern Virginia is proud to present:
Safeguarding Seniors: A Forum on Elder Abuse Awareness and Prevention, an event focused on raising awareness and providing resources to prevent elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
This free event will address the many forms of elder abuse, including:

Financial and material exploitation
Physical and emotional abuse
Self-neglect and abandonment

Designed for seniors, caregivers, professionals, and anyone working with older adults, this event will offer valuable resources, expert insights, and actionable information.
Event Details
Norfolk Botanical Garden
Wednesday, July 16th
10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Check-in begins at 9:30 AM
Refreshments provided
Attendees are welcome to explore the Garden after the event
Note: Seating is limited — registration is required
Register Here

Safeguarding Seniors Forum Agenda: July 16, 2025

Safeguarding Seniors: A Forum on Elder Abuse Awareness and Prevention - Sept. 8th
2025-09-08 10:00 - 12:30 | Norfolk Botanical Gardens, 6700 Azalea Garden Rd, Norfolk, VA, 23518, United States
Presentations:
From Consent to Caution – Sharon Napper

Overview of Neurocognitive Disorders and Elder Abuse – Bardoro Johnson

The Silent Theft – Yvonne Allmond

Senior Services of Southeastern Virginia is proud to present:
Safeguarding Seniors: A Forum on Elder Abuse Awareness and Prevention, an event focused on raising awareness and providing resources to prevent elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
This free event will address the many forms of elder abuse, including:

Financial and material exploitation
Physical and emotional abuse
Self-neglect and abandonment

Designed for seniors, caregivers, professionals, and anyone working with older adults, this event will offer valuable resources, expert insights, and actionable information.
Event Details
Norfolk Botanical Garden
Monday, September 8th
10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Check-in begins at 9:30 AM
Refreshments provided
Attendees are welcome to explore the Garden after the event
Note: Seating is limited — registration is required
Register Here

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Coffee & Chat: Let's Talk Volunteering
2025-09-19 10:00 - 11:00 | Senior Services Norfolk Office, 2551 Eltham Ave. Suite Q, Norfolk, VA, 23513, United States
Join us for a warm cup of coffee and friendly conversation as we explore ways you can support older adults in our community.
Come meet our Volunteer Coordinator, learn about ways to support local seniors, and see how you can make a difference—one cup at a time.
Date: Friday, September 19
Time: 10:00 – 11:00 AM
Location: 2551 Eltham Avenue, Suite Q, Norfolk, VA 23513
RSVP: Please contact Keyana Davis via email kdavis@ssseva.org or call at 757-222-4522

Golden Care Bag Donation Drive
2025-09-26 13:00 - 15:00 | Senior Services Norfolk Office, 2551 Eltham Ave. Suite Q, Norfolk, VA, 23513, United States
Help us support older adults in our community who are experiencing homelessness or are homebound. We’re collecting new, travel-size hygiene items, snacks, and comfort supplies to fill Golden Care Bags that will bring health, dignity, and daily essentials to those in need.
Care Bag Items
ALL items must be new, sealed in individual packaging, and in small or travel sizes.

• Body wash
• Deodorant
• Face and body wipes
• Toothbrushes
• Toothpaste
• Hand sanitizer
• Toilet paper
• Socks
• Winter gloves
• Rain ponchos (disposable)
• Crackers (individually wrapped)
• Easy open cans and pouches (ready-to-eat items, pop-top or tear-open)
• Band-Aids
• Mini flashlights (with batteries, if required)
• Drawstring bags
• Ziploc bags (1 Gallon or 2.5 Gallon)

Event Details:
Friday, September 26th
1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Drop-off Location:
2551 Eltham Avenue, Suite Q
Norfolk, VA 23513
Questions? Contact:
Keyana Davis, Volunteer Coordinator
757-222-4522 | kdavis@ssseva.org
Golden Care Bag Donation Flyer

2025 Caregiver Appreciation Day
2025-10-13 10:00 - 13:00 | Norfolk Botanical Gardens, 6700 Azalea Garden Rd, Norfolk, VA, 23518, United States
2025 Caregiver Appreciation Day
Caregivers, this day is for you—come recharge, connect, and let us take care of you for a change.
Norfolk Botanical Garden – Rose Garden Hall
6700 Azalea Garden
Norfolk, VA 23518

Monday, October 13, 2025
10 a.m.–1 p.m.
*Check-in begins at 9:15 a.m.*
This free respite event is designed to celebrate family caregivers of older adults. Enjoy the support and camaraderie of your peers and those who understand and appreciate all that you do.
In appreciation of all you do, be prepared to enjoy these offerings:

Light Breakfast
Educational Seminar
Lunch by East Beach Catering
Gift Bags & Raffle Prizes
Free Day at the Gardens

To RSVP call 757-264-7991 or Register Here
*Please note: we’re unable to provide on-site care for loved ones during this event.*

Silver Surfers Tech Scams Workshop
2025-10-23 11:00 - 12:30
Tech Scams Workshop
Protect Yourself from Online Scams!
Join us for a workshop with Elizabeth Carter, Director of Accreditation Services at the Better Business Bureau of Great Hampton Roads. Learn how to spot common online scams, understand online search vulnerabilities, and find out how to report scams through BBB.org/ScamTracker. Don’t miss this chance to stay safe online!
Silver Surfers is a direct support service designed to equip older adults with tools, knowledge and support to safely age digitally.
Senior Services of Southeastern Virginia
2551 Eltham Ave. Ste Q – Rooms 102a and 102b
Norfolk, VA 23513
Thursday, October 23, 2025 at 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
In this session, you’ll learn:

How to spot common online consumer scams
Ways to recognize online search vulnerabilities
How to report scams through BBB.org/ScamTracker

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain practical tips to keep your personal information and finances safe while navigating the digital world.
To register, click below:

Register Here
For enrollment information call (757) 222-4526, or email at mforbes@ssseva.org.

Hayden Village Center's 2025 Fall Bazaar
2025-11-08 10:00 - 14:00 | Hayden Village Center, 680 Oak St., Franklin, VA, 23581, United States
Hayden Village Center’s 2025
Fall Bazaar
Come and enjoy a variety of items, including food, fun activities, baked goods, jewelry, homemade soap, clothing, and more!
Hayden Village Center
680 Oak St, Franklin, VA 23851

Saturday, November 8th, 2025
10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
No registration or tickets needed!

2025 Winter Caregiver Appreciation Day
2025-12-03 10:30 - 14:30 | Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts, 110 Finney Ave, Suffolk, VA, 23434, United States
2025 Winter Caregiver Appreciation Day
Caregivers, this day is for you—come recharge, connect, and let us take care of you for a change this holiday season.
Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts
110 Finney Ave, Suffolk, VA

Wednesday, December 3rd, 2025
10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
This free respite event is designed to celebrate family caregivers of older adults. Enjoy the support and camaraderie of your peers and those who understand and appreciate all that you do.
In appreciation of all you do, be prepared to enjoy these offerings:

Breakfast and Lunch
Christmas -Themed Games and Raffle
Gifts Distribution for All Participants
Laughter for the Soul Session
Christmas Movie Screening

Register Here
Or to RSVP via phone, call (757) 963-9208
Registration closes on November 28th or when full.
*Please note: we’re unable to provide on-site care for loved ones during this event.*
Transportation from Hayden Village Center to the venue in Suffolk & back is available to those who sign up for transportation during registration!

Diabetes Prevention Program
2026-01-20 - 2026-12-31
Recently diagnosed as prediabetic or worried you might be at risk?
Senior Services has you covered.
Sessions start on January 20, 2026
Bennetts Creek Recreation Center
1500 Bennetts Creek Park Rd
Suffolk, VA 23435
AGES 60+
Program Highlights:

Reduce your chances of developing type 2 diabetes by 71%
Learn about your body and how to make positive changes to your health
Make new friends and gain support through our instructors and your peers
Take charge of tomorrow!

To Register, Contact Sue Bettis:
Call 757-222-4508 or email at sbettis@ssseva.org

If you have any questions about the time or length of these classes, please call or email Mary Noonan.

2026 Senior Services Night of Magic Gala
2026-04-17 18:30 - 21:30 | Neon House, 819 Granby Street, Norfolk, Virginia, 23510
Celebrate the past, uplift the present, and invest in the future with our “Roarin’ 20s” theme!
This Night of Magic Gala supports programs that help older adults and caregivers live well and independently in the communities they love.
Neon House
819 Granby St., Norfolk
Friday, April 17, 2026
6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Cocktail Attire

Purchase Tickets
Sponsorship Opportunities

At Senior Services, we envision a community that empowers, respects, and values seniors and their caregivers. We offer programs and services that keep older adults healthy, active, and engaged so they may age in place with choice and dignity.
Our programs are free of charge because seniors have earned them. We depend on your donations to meet the growing needs in our community.
YOU make the magic happen when you come together with like-minded donors in support of older adults. We hope you will join us for a festive evening celebrating seniors. We can’t wait to see you!

Visit our page for more information at ssseva.org/2026-gala
