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Welcome to the Department of Family Services' Community Corner. Our weekly newsletter, updated each Wednesday, provides information about upcoming events, parenting and wellness tips, programs and services, and more! Share these helpful posts with your family and friends.

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Practice and improve your conversational English so you are confident and prepared for employment. No registration required.

Sessions are held every first and fourth Tuesday of the month from 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. at VCW Fairfax Annandale Center (7611 Little River Turnpike, Suite 300W, Annandale, VA 22003).

Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) offers workforce development services to eligible job seekers. Attend a virtual information session to hear more about WIOA as well as the other programs and services provided by the Virginia Career Works centers.

Held twice a month on alternating Fridays at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.

10 a.m. Information Session – Register Now
2 p.m. Information Session – Register Now

William A. Hazel, Inc. is hiring laborers and more! Attend this Meet the Employer event from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. to learn about current open positions that give you the opportunity to advance into higher roles. Benefits include health insurance, 401(k) with matching, paid time off, and more! Hosted by DFS Workforce Development. Register now.

Do you want to develop your confidence as a parent and build stronger relationships with your child? Join our free weekly virtual parenting classes, starting Wednesday, Sept. 2, from 6–8 p.m. Designed for parents of children ages 5–11 years old, these classes will inspire you with strategies for encouraging positive behaviors, building self-esteem, and creating lasting family memories. Sign up today or reach out with questions at BuildingStrongerFamilies@fairfaxcounty.gov or 703-324-7720. Learn more.

Strengthen family relationships and learn positive parenting strategies at our free, in-person classes beginning Thursday, Sept. 3. Designed for parents of children ages 5–11, this class meets weekly from 5:30–8 p.m. at Grace Presbyterian Church, 7434 Bath Street, Springfield. Contact us with questions or sign up today! Email BuildingStrongerFamilies@fairfaxcounty.gov or 703-324-7720. Learn more.

In this virtual panel discussion, hosted by the Fairfax Area Agency on Aging, community partners will focus on helping family caregivers of older adults and people with disabilities reduce the risk of falls at home. By the end of the session, caregivers will be better equipped to identify risks, access community support, and advocate for the services their loved ones need. Session will take place virtually from Noon-1:30 p.m. Register now.

Join our FREE 12-session In-Person Dads Parenting Group to improve your parenting skills and foster better relationships with your children. This opportunity is open to Fairfax County residents or dads with children living in Fairfax. Language interpretation services are available. For more information, call 703-324-7720, email, or check online to learn more.

Join Inova ElderLink and the Fairfax Area Agency on Aging for online training to help family and professional caregivers. Embody Dima as she begins experiencing visual disturbances and changes in motor functions due to the progression of her Lewy Body Dementia, and how she and her family navigate coping with her symptoms. Learn about the early signs and progression of Lewy Body Dementia and important considerations for promoting independence, preserving dignity, and offering culturally competent care. Session will be held from 10-11:15 a.m. via Microsoft Teams. Register now.

Dads, enhance your parenting skills and strengthen your relationships with your children by joining our upcoming class, offered in Spanish. Our FREE Dads Parenting Groups have helped many fathers build their relationship with their kids. This virtual 12-week course is open to fathers if they or their children live in Fairfax County. The Dads Parenting Group begins Wednesday, Sept. 9, from 6-8:30 p.m. Call 703-324-7720 or email us for more information or register online.

Cultive relaciones sanas con sus hijos. Join our free Spanish-language virtual parenting classes beginning Wednesday, Sept. 9. Designed for parents of children ages 5–11, this class teaches positive routines, communication skills, and child development tools. Classes are held online weekly from 6–8 p.m. For questions or to register, email or call 703-324-7720. Learn more.

Parents caring for a child aged 0–4 years old, join us for free weekly virtual parenting classes starting Monday, Sept. 14! These classes teach the basics you need to know—from supporting your child’s development to creating healthy routines and boosting your parenting confidence. Classes are held online every Monday from 6–8 p.m. To sign up or for more information, email or call 703-324-7720. Learn more.

Parents of young children ages 0–4 are invited to join free in-person Spanish parenting classes starting Monday, Sept. 14. Learn early childhood development, build positive bonding strategies, and connect with other families. Classes meet weekly from 5:30–8 p.m. at ACCA Child Development Center, 7200 Columbia Pike, Annandale. Free dinner, childcare and program materials provided. Email or call 703-324-7720 to register or ask questions. Learn more.

Registration for the fall session of Sexual Violence Tier 1, a 16-hour training on understanding sexual violence, systems responding to sexual violence in Fairfax County, and resources available in our community, is now open. The fall session is 8 a.m.-5 p.m., in-person at Ahmadiyya Muslim Community 4555 Ahmadiyya Drive Chantilly, VA 20151. This training is free but seats fill quickly, so sign up now. For full credit, all 16 hours must be completed. Questions? Contact Victoria Nevel-Babla.

This virtual parenting class provides a supportive space for parents and caregivers raising African American children ages 5–18. Join us starting Wednesday, Sept. 23 from 6–8 p.m. to share experiences, strengthen parenting skills, explore resources, and build community. Ready to sign up or have questions? Email or call 703-324-7720. Learn more.

Protect your money by learning how to recognize, prevent, and respond to financial scams and fraud. Get important tips and participate in scenario-based activities so you can stop scammers in their tracks and feel empowered to respond if fraud happens. Join us from 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at Gerry Hyland Government Center. Workshop begins promptly at 10 a.m. following registration and refreshments. Registration opens Sept. 8.

Are you navigating the ups and downs of parenting a teenager? Join our free virtual parenting classes starting Thursday, Sept. 24. Designed for parents of teens ages 12–18 years old, gain tools to better communicate with your teen, understand their developmental needs, and build their self-esteem. Classes are held online every Thursday, 6–8 p.m. To sign up or for more information, email or call 703-324-7720. Learn more.

Are you parenting a teen, ages 12–18 years old? Join our free in-person Spanish-language parenting classes starting Monday, Sept. 28. Gain tools to support your teen’s development, build communication skills, and strengthen family connections. Classes meet weekly from 5:30–8 p.m. at Messiah United Methodist Church, 6215 Rolling Road, Springfield. Free dinner, childcare and program materials provided. For more information or to sign up, email or call 703-324-7720. Learn more.

Registration for the fall session of Domestic Violence Tier 1, a 16-hour training on the dynamics of domestic violence, systems responding to domestic violence in Fairfax County, and resources available in our community, is now open. 6-8 p.m. Virtual. (Note: There will be no session on November 11 due to Veterans Day.) Questions? Contact Abby Picard.

Fairfax County Domestic and Sexual Violence Services and partners lead trainings every year to build skills to respond to violence in our community. Register for a current training. Don’t see a date that works for you or your team? Ready to tackle advanced topics? DSVS also takes requests and can tailor trainings for your needs.

On the latest "The County Conversation" podcast, Marcus Garr, the supervisor of our Parenting Education Programs, discussed parenting education and why it matters. Garr highlighted the wide range of free virtual and in-person classes Family Services offers. Classes teach positive and effective ways to parent your children at every age and stage of development from 0-18 years old!

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Wednesday, Sept. 2 – Construction Careers with William A. Hazel, Inc.

Wednesdays, Sept. 2-Dec. 9 – Free Parenting Classes (Parenting Children Ages 5-11 years old)

Thursdays, Sept. 3-Dec. 10 – Free Parenting Classes (Parenting Children Ages 5-11 years old)

Friday, Sept. 4 – Fall Prevention, Home Modifications, and Community Resources for Family Caregivers

Tuesdays, Sept. 8–Nov. 24 – Free In-Person Dads Parenting Group

Wednesday, Sept. 9 – Exploring the Dimensions of Aging - The Dima Lab: Lewy Body Dementia and Parkinson’s Disease

Wednesdays, Sept. 9–Nov. 25 – Free Virtual Dads Parenting Group in Spanish

Wednesdays, Sept. 9–Dec. 16, 2026 – Free Parenting Classes in Spanish (Parenting Children Ages 5–11 years old)

Mondays, Sept. 14–Dec. 14, 2026 – Free Parenting Classes (Parenting Children Ages 0–4 years old)

Mondays, Sept. 14–Dec. 14, 2026 – Free Parenting Classes in Spanish (Parenting Children Ages 0–4 years old)

Saturdays, Sept. 19 and Sept. 26 – Sexual Violence Tier 1

Wednesdays, Sept. 23–Dec. 16, 2026 – Free African American Culturally Focused Parenting Classes (Parenting Children Ages 5–18 years old)

Wednesday, Sept. 23 – Money Smarts for Older Adults: Confident Financial Decisions at Any Age

Thursdays, Sept. 24–Dec. 17, 2026 – Free Parenting Classes (Parenting Children Ages 12–18 years old)

Mondays, Sept. 28–Dec. 14, 2026 – Free Parenting Classes in Spanish (Parenting Children Ages 12–18 years old)

Wednesdays & Thursdays Oct. 21-Nov. 18, 2026 – Domestic Violence Tier 1

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