Appalachian Agency for Senior Citizens is a private non-profit organization formed in 1975 to improve the quality of life of older adults and disabled individuals through charitable, educational, social services and other appropriate means. AASC is one of 25 area agencies on aging in Virginia and serves the counties of Buchanan, Dickenson, Russell and Tazewell in Southwest Virginia. AASC PACE serves those counties, as well as Bland, Wythe, Smyth, Washington, and the city of Bristol.
Aging is not a choice, however aging well is. AASC believes in fostering programs aimed at helping seniors stay within their homes and community as long as possible with dignity and grace.
- AASC receives Meals on Wheels America grant to expand services for local seniorsFunding supports efforts to ‘End the Wait’ for older adults Appalachian Agency for Senior Citizens has received $149,000 in grant funding from Meals on Wheels America through the national organization’s 2026 Meeting Unmet Need initiative, which supports local providers working to address senior hunger and isolation. The funding is part of $6 million in grants… Read more: AASC receives Meals on Wheels America grant to expand services for local seniors
- Farm Market Fresh program helps low-income seniors buy fresh produceLow-income seniors in Buchanan, Dickenson, Russell and Tazewell counties may sign up now for the Farm Market Fresh program. The Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program helps low-income seniors obtain free fresh produce. Appalachian Agency for Senior Citizens administers the program locally. To qualify, individuals must be at least 60 years old and reside in Buchanan,… Read more: Farm Market Fresh program helps low-income seniors buy fresh produce
- Public NoticeAppalachian Agency for Senior Citizens shall comply with applicable provisions of Titles VI, VII and IX of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and the regulations issued pursuant thereto. The agency shall comply with applicable provisions of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and all guidelines and interpretations issued pursuant thereto. In accordance… Read more: Public Notice
- Public Notice: Bids for ServiceAppalachian Agency for Senior Citizens is accepting bids for Title III Older Americans Act services to be provided in Buchanan, Dickenson, Russell and Tazewell counties. Contact CEO Brian Beck or CFO Carolyn Counts, Appalachian Agency for Senior Citizens, PO Box 765, Cedar Bluff, VA 24609; telephone 276-964-4915; or e-mail to [email protected] for additional information. Closing… Read more: Public Notice: Bids for Service
- AASC celebrates grand opening of new Bristol PACE CenterAppalachian Agency for Senior Citizens celebrated the grand opening of its new Bristol PACE Center on March 19, marking another step forward in expanding care and support for older adults across the region. Located at 180 Bristol East Road, off Exit 7, the center opened its doors to participants on March 1. The Program for… Read more: AASC celebrates grand opening of new Bristol PACE Center