ReadyLink

The primary goal of the Office on Aging & Persons with Disabilities (OAPD) in Richmond, VA is to promote independence and enhance the dignity of Richmond’s aging and disabled populations by connecting these individuals with the necessary resources to meet their needs. The office targets older adults age 55 and older and persons with physical and sensory disabilities. The Office on Aging & Persons with Disabilities focuses on increasing access to services to support:

• Aging in Place through well coordinated community based services
  • Older adults who want to remain active, independent and vital contributors to their communities.
  • Older adults who may need additional assistance to remain independent.
• Persons with disabilities in ensuring equal access to services
• Caregivers to older adults and persons with disabilities, including those who may be older and need assistance.

The OAPD plans, administers, coordinates and evaluates a community based system of opportunities, services, benefits and protections to advance the social, health and economic well being of aging and persons with disabilities in the City of Richmond. These efforts are implemented through partnerships with various stakeholders to include public, private and faith based entities.