The Dementia Caregiver Series are free and for family caregivers who are caring for a loved one living with dementia. Check out upcoming dementia caregiver webinars.

Dementia Friendly Fairfax envisions our community as a place where people living with dementia and their care partners will be able to engage in a variety of activities, be supported in the highest quality of life, and can live independently for as long as possible. Dementia Friendly Fairfax initiative started through a partnership with Goodwin House, Insight Memory Care Center, Fairfax Area Commission on Aging, and Fairfax Area Agency on Aging. Learn more about Dementia Friendly Fairfax. Sign up to attend a Dementia Friendly Information Session.

The Volunteer Respite Program is designed to give caregivers of older adults a temporary break from their caregiving duties. Trained volunteers provide up to 6 hours per month of companionship and supervision, no personal care provided. There are no income requirements for this program and no fee for service. Eligibility criteria include an assessment of the older adult’s physical/cognitive needs. For more information or to request a service, please call the ElderLink Intake Line at: 703-324-5374, TTY 711. Learn more about ElderLink. 

Dementia Capable Virginia is an initiative of the Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Disorders Commission and the Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services (DARS) with the support and collaboration of the Virginia Department of Health. This initiative provides training materials and other resources to support family caregivers caring for loved ones experiencing cognitive changes. Learn more and access resources Dementia Capable VA.

A nonprofit adult day health and resource center providing specialized care, support, and education for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and other memory impairments, their families, caregivers, and the community. Learn more about Insight Memory Care.

Through the Adult Day Health Care program, families of caregivers get access to new tools and services to help them thrive in life as well. We recognize the responsibility of caring for an older adult with dementia or other impairments, so we support for your whole family. Learn more about Adult Day Health Care Centers. 

A trusted guide to healthy aging in Virginia. Search for housing options, transportation programs, caregiving resources, support groups and other services for older adults. Visit Senior Navigator.

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