HENRICO COUNTY, Va. (WRIC) -- Henrico County is hoping you'll help spread the love to older county residents this February by creating Valentine's Day cards. On Wednesday, Jan. 7, Henrico officials announced the return of the "Spread the Love" campaign for its sixth year. Until Friday, Feb. 6, th e county is collecting Valentine's Day cards to share with older adults in county nursing homes and assisted living facilities. The county asks that these cards be generic and contain an uplifting message relating to Valentine's Day. The "Spread the Love" campaign began in 2020 in an effort to help people feel more connected and cared for during the COVID-19 pandemic. Since then, more than 25,000 cards have been handed out. Mama J’s in Richmond holds soft opening of market ahead of grand debut If you'd like to participate, you can submit your cards at any of the following drop-off locations: Henrico County Government Center, 4301 E. Parham Rd. Henrico County Public Safety Building, 7721 E. Parham Rd. Eastern Henrico Recreation Center, 1440 N. Laburnum Ave. Eastern Government Center, 3820 Nine Mile Rd. You can also mail in your cards to the following address: Henrico EngAGEAttn: Ashlee GilesP.O. Box 90775Henrico, VA 23273 “‘Spread the Love’ has become a powerful reflection of how Henrico residents support and care for one another,” said Ashlee Giles, the county’s advocate for the aging, in a press release. “Cards have poured in from toddlers in local day care programs, thoughtful art projects from high school students and beautiful watercolor creations from local artists -- each created with care and intention. ‘Spread the Love’ is a meaningful example of Henrico’s ability to come together and embrace all members of our community.” Reunited By Grief: Two mothers connected by childhood cancer meet again after years apart "Spread the Love" is part of the Henrico County Outreach Engagement Agency's EngAGE initiative, which promotes healthy aging among county residents. It offers special programs and services for older adults, their family members and their caregivers. For more information, you can reach out to Henrico's Office of the Advocate for the Aging either by calling 804-501-5065 or by emailing [email protected]. ...read more read less