Building Connections, Growing Faith, Strengthening Lives.
Eddie and Tara, based in Forest, Virginia, brings over 25 years of nursing expertise, with the past 15 years dedicated to owning and running a Senior Adult Day Center in Forest VA. Through their experience, Tara identified a pressing need for tailored programming aimed at seniors in the earlier stages of aging, addressing challenges like isolation and lack of engagement.
The Vision
This new initiative stems from Tara’s observations of seniors spending their days at home, often bored, disconnected, and without structure or meaningful activities. Recognizing transportation as a significant barrier, Eddie and Tara have crafted a solution designed to be affordable and accessible, ensuring seniors are no longer left isolated but instead find joy, purpose, and structure in their daily lives.
Tara’s extensive experience in senior care is enriched by her role as a skilled activities planner and director, ensuring meaningful engagement for seniors across a wide spectrum of needs. Her expertise includes working with cognitively challenged individuals and managing complex behaviors, where her natural ability to de-escalate situations and calm individuals has proven invaluable.
In addition to her hands-on experience,
Tara is an Integrative and Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner, offering a holistic approach to wellness. Her advanced certifications as a Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP) and a Certified Dementia Montessori Practitioner (CDMP) equip her with specialized tools to support seniors with dementia, focusing on personalized care and enhancing their quality of life.
Mission
Seniors on a Mission: Virtual Programming offers Christ-centered affordable virtual day programming designed to bring seniors together in a supportive, faith-based community. Through engaging activities, meaningful fellowship, and spiritual growth, we aim to enrich the lives of isolated seniors and those seeking structure and stimulation in a professional, uplifting environment.
Who we serve
Serving isolated seniors who may be home-bound due to physical limitations or those in early stages of memory loss and need cognitive stimulation.
This may also be a good fit for aging parents who lack structure and engagement throughout the day. Individuals thrive when there is an expectation, structure and engagement around others their same age. We serve 50 and up.
Service Area
Any area that has reliable internet connection. We are in Virginia, which is in the Eastern Time Zone. If you are in another time zone, please check your time zone.
This initiative is a Christ-centered, innovative virtual activity network designed to connect seniors from the comfort of their homes. By combining engaging activities, structured routines, and a faith-driven approach, the network provides an uplifting space for seniors to thrive, combat isolation, and find joy in their daily lives.
Key Features
1. Daily Virtual Sessions
* Interactive activities led by skilled facilitators.
*Focus on cognitive stimulation, social engagement, and emotional wellness.
2. Faith-Centered Programming
* Devotionals, prayer groups, and Bible studies integrated into the schedule.
*Encouragement and spiritual growth through community support.
3. Affordable Accessibility
*Tailored programs to meet various financial needs.
*Designed to address transportation challenges, ensuring seniors can participate regardless of location.
4. Expert-Led Care
*Activities and support directed by experienced professionals like Tara, with over 25 years of nursing expertise and certifications in dementia care and functional medicine.
5. Flexible Membership Plans
* Options for basic and premium participation.
*Resources include downloadable content, mailed packets, and access to on-demand sessions for weekend enrichment based on package agreement.
To bring seniors together in a nurturing, Christ-centered environment that promotes joy, connection, and purpose through virtual engagement.