Founded in 1975, JABA is Central Virginia’s leading provider of information and services for seniors

Our mission is to promote, establish and preserve sustainable communities for healthy aging that benefit individuals and families of all ages.

Frequently Asked Questions

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1. Who is your counterpart in Richmond? [ view ]
2. Does JABA only help "seniors" or are some programs aimed at younger people. [ view ]
3. Will JABA serve people at all income levels? [ view ]
4. I am concerned that my mother is not getting the care she needs in her nursing home. What can I do about it? [ view ]
5. How do I get information about the different nursing homes and assisted living facilities in our area? [ view ]

The Richmond Area Agency on Aging is Senior Connections, http://www.seniorconnections-va.org/


JABA works with people of all ages, in one way or another. For instance, our Cool Aid program offers air conditioners to people of all ages with documented medical needs, and our Volunteer office can link up people of any age with appropriate volunteer opportunities. Also, many of our programs that serve seniors also serve their caregivers. These would include our adult day healthcare centers and Club Pathway, both of which can provide respite time for tired caregivers no matter what their ages.


Yes. Although JABA may be known for our many services to low income residents, our mission includes helping every elder in the community. For instance, our assistance with the Medicare Part D enrollment process as not limited; anyone who asked was assisted. Also, we offer a variety of services that can help anyone at any income level, including care coordination, adult day healthcare, and many others.


Ask the nursing home's social worker or Director of Nursing for a care planning meeting, which will give you an opportunity to discuss the issues and find out what steps the facility is taking to ensure good care. JABA's Ombudsman's office can help you prepare for the meeting and may be able to send someone to the meeting, if you desire. Call (434) 817-5241.


If you would like to learn more about the facilities in the area, you can go to JABA's Housing page at http://www.jabacares.org/housing.html

If you're trying to find information about a specific nursing home or homes,
including their health inspection records, go to
http://www.medicare.gov/NHCompare

To research assisted living facilities, go to http://www.dss.virginia.gov/facility/search/alf.cgi

You may also call JABA's Long-Term Care Ombudsman at (434) 817-5241.