Louisa County Resource Council

10/22/2026

🥕 PROGRAM SPOTLIGHT: 60-Plus Food 💚

Everyone deserves access to healthy, nutritious food at every stage of life!

Through our 60-Plus Food program, income-eligible Louisa County residents ages 60 and older can receive an extra box of healthy food each month to help supplement their groceries and support their well-being.

At LCRC, we believe that caring for our community means making sure our neighbors have access to the resources they need to thrive. 💚

📣 Help us spread the word! Share this post so eligible seniors in our community can learn about this program.

10/21/2026

🎀 FREE MAMMOGRAM SCREENINGS AVAILABLE THROUGH SENTARA! 🎀

LCRC is happy to share this important opportunity from Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital for women who may need access to breast cancer screening!

💗 Who is eligible?
To qualify for a FREE mammogram screening, you must:

* Be uninsured or underinsured (have no insurance coverage for mammograms)
* Be 40 years of age or older
* Have no pre-existing breast concerns, such as a lump or skin changes

📍 Locations:
Sentara Martha Jefferson Outpatient Care Center
595 Martha Jefferson Drive
Charlottesville, VA 22911

Martha Jefferson Hospital
500 Martha Jefferson Drive
Charlottesville, VA 22911

📅 Screening appointments: The initial 50 appointments for the October 23 event have been filled, but 80 additional appointments are available throughout the remainder of the year!

📲 Ready to schedule? Click here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSehTLTF5oT_Sgu91Lg0Uz0ZJqyeQvwaEJeUnou3NolklxlyfQ/viewform

☎️ Don’t meet the eligibility requirements for a free mammogram? You can still schedule a mammogram by calling 434-654-7130.

🏥 If you are experiencing pre-existing issues with your breasts, like a lump or skin changes, contact Breast Health Nurse Navigator Jessica Cooper at 434-654-4483 or [email protected].

Early detection matters! Please share this post to help spread the word and connect more women in our community with potentially lifesaving breast health services.

If you qualify for a free mammogram screening and would like to schedule one, please answer the questions below. Scheduling will promptly be in contact via call to finalize appointments. Note: All names and information will be kept confidential under HIPAA, and only shared with Breast Health Nurse N...

10/14/2026

📣 Early Closing Notice

Please note that LCRC will be closing at 3:00 p.m. tomorrow, Thursday, October 15, due to traffic impacts in the area from the Homecoming Parade.

We appreciate your understanding and hope everyone has a safe and wonderful Homecoming! 💚💛

10/14/2026

🥫❤️ WHEN LIFE THROWS YOU A CURVE, LCRC IS HERE TO HELP.

Unexpected job loss. A medical emergency. A sudden expense you simply weren’t prepared for.

Sometimes a crisis can make it difficult to put enough food on the table—even when you’ve always managed to get by.

That’s where Louisa County Resource Council’s Emergency Food Pantry comes in.

Our Emergency Food Pantry provides a week’s worth of groceries at no charge to Louisa County residents facing an unexpected crisis.

Families may receive an emergency food supply up to two times during a six-month period.

💙 It’s not about judgment. It’s about helping our neighbors through a difficult moment.

If you’re facing an unexpected crisis and need help putting food on the table, please reach out to LCRC. You don’t have to face a tough season alone.

📍 Louisa County Resource Council
📞 540-967-1510

A little help today can make a big difference tomorrow.
💙 Neighbors helping neighbors. Stronger together.

10/12/2026

🥫💙 FOOD FOR TODAY. SUPPORT FOR TOMORROW.

For many families, making the grocery budget stretch from one week to the next can be a challenge. Louisa County Resource Council’s Community Cupboard is here to help.

The Community Cupboard provides monthly allotments of food at no charge to income-eligible Louisa County residents.
And we believe food assistance should be more than just a box of staples.
Along with basics like:
🥫 Canned fruits & vegetables
🥜 Peanut butter
🫘 Protein-rich beans
we supplement our food offerings with fresh meats, produce, and dairy—giving our neighbors the ingredients they need to create nutritious meals for themselves and their families.

Because everyone deserves access to good food. ❤️

If you or someone you know is struggling to keep food on the table, please know that LCRC is here to help. There is no shame in asking for a helping hand—sometimes a little support can make a big difference.

💙 Community Cupboard

Helping our neighbors put nutritious food on the table, one month at a time.

📍 Louisa County Resource Council
📞 540-967-1510

Neighbors helping neighbors. Stronger together.

10/08/2026

# # # 🩺 Reminder: Balanced Living with Diabetes

Do you or someone you love have **Type 2 diabetes**? There’s still time to sign up for Virginia Cooperative Extension’s **Balanced Living with Diabetes** program!

This free, 6-week program offers support and practical tools to help you:
🥕 Make healthier food choices
🚶 Become more active
🩸 Better manage your blood sugar
🤝 Connect with others and build support

📅 **Mondays, November 16–December 21, 2026**
⏰ **10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.**
📍 **In person in Louisa** (location provided to registered participants)

**Registration deadline: November 11 at 11:59 p.m.**

Participants will also enjoy **free recipe tastings, connection, and support as they navigate the holiday season!**

📲 **Scan the QR code on the flyer or visit:**
[tinyurl.com/BLDLouisa](https://tinyurl.com/BLDLouisa?utm_source=chatgpt.com)

Questions? Contact Courtney Russ at **(434) 872-4580** or **[email protected]**.

**Share this post with someone who might benefit!** ❤️

10/08/2026

☀️🎒 HUNGER DOESN’T TAKE A BREAK. ❤️

For many children, school provides more than education—it also provides dependable meals. When school is out for the evening, weekend, a holiday, or summer break, some children may not have enough food waiting at home.

That’s why Louisa County Resource Council’s Children’s Emergency Feeding Program works in partnership with Louisa County Public Schools, New Life Church, and other community partners to help make sure local children have access to food when they need it most.

🌙 In the evenings
🥪 On weekends
🍎 During school holidays

Kid-friendly food is distributed to children who are at risk of hunger and might otherwise not get enough to eat.

Because every child deserves to have enough food to learn, grow, play, and simply be a kid. 💙

We’re grateful for the schools, volunteers, donors, and community partners who help make this program possible.

Together, we can help ensure that a school calendar never determines whether a child has enough to eat.

Neighbors helping our youngest neighbors. ❤️

10/05/2026

🛍️💙 MORE THAN A CLOSET — IT’S COMMUNITY IN ACTION!

Did you know LCRC’s Community Closet is helping Louisa County neighbors in more ways than you might expect?

From clothing and household essentials to furniture and kitchen items, the Community Closet provides our clients with access to affordable, gently used items they need.

And there’s another important resource housed within the program. 🩼❤️

Through LCRC’s partnerships, our Community Closet can connect you with a durable medical equipment loan program. Walkers, crutches, wheelchairs, bedside chairs, and other equipment are available to those who need them at no cost.

🧥 What donations are needed?

We’re always grateful for clean, gently used items in like-new condition, including:

👕 Clothing for children & adults
🧥 Coats & shoes
🛏️ Bed & bath household items
🍽️ Kitchenware & dishes
🔌 Small & large appliances in good working order
🪑 Furniture & lamps
🩼 Medical equipment such as walkers & bedside chairs

Note: We cannot accept computer equipment, electronics, or mattresses.

📍The Community Closet is located at 144 Resource Lane, just across the road from LCRC’s food pantry.

Whether you’re donating something your family no longer needs or looking for an affordable item for your household, your participation helps keep valuable resources circulating right here in Louisa County.

💙 Donate what you can. Shop affordably. Help your neighbors.

📞 Questions? Call 540-967-1510

09/29/2026

Looking for information about Medicaid benefits and health care resources? 💙

We’re sharing this resource from UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Virginia for individuals and families who may be eligible for Medicaid. The plan offers a variety of benefits and services, including:
✨ Doctor visits and prescription coverage
🦷 Dental and vision services
💪 Fitness memberships and transportation assistance
👶 Pregnancy, postpartum and family support
🍼 No-cost breast pumps and diapers for eligible members
💻 Mental health and 24/7 telehealth support

Open Enrollment is August 19–October 31. The flyer includes information on how to learn more and connect with UnitedHealthcare Community Plan.

📌 Please note: LCRC is sharing this information as a community resource. For questions about eligibility, benefits, or enrollment, please contact UnitedHealthcare or visit the resources listed on the flyer.

09/29/2026

Please share this opportunity with a friend, family member, or neighbor who may benefit! 💙

Virginia Cooperative Extension is offering Balanced Living with Diabetes, a free 6-week program designed to provide support, practical tools, and encouragement for making healthier food choices, becoming more active, and managing blood sugar levels.

🍎 What to expect:
• Weekly in-person sessions in Louisa
• Free recipe tastings
• Connection, support, and helpful information
• Practical strategies you can use in your everyday life

📅 Wednesdays, October 7–November 11, 2026
⏰ 2:00–4:00 p.m.
📍 Louisa — location shared with registered participants

There will also be a virtual Community Information Session on September 30 at 2:00 p.m.

Registration is required. Scan the QR code on the flyer or visit: https://tinyurl.com/BLDLouisa

Questions? Contact Courtney Russ at (434) 872-4580 or [email protected].