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Golden Gazette – Archive


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In case you missed them, these are the Golden Gazette past issues.

July 

  • Sheila Consaul: Preserving History Through Restoration
  • The Golden Gazette Is Going ALL Digital!
  • SHAPE the Future of Aging: Year Three
  • Fairfax Area Commission on Aging
  • ‘Shark Tank’ Challenge Uses Tech Innovation to Improve Lives of Older Adults
  • Why More Older Adults Are Gathering Around the Table — and Loving Every Minute of It
  • Volunteer Advocates Needed!
  • The Americans with Disabilities Act Celebrates 36 Years of Positive Change
  • Attend Fairfax County’s AccessAbility Fairfax on July 30!
  • Family Caregiver Support: The Dual Nature of Sandwich Caregivers
  • I’m a Caregiver. Please Don’t Ask Me About Self-Care.
  • July: Extreme Heat Safety
  • Summer Fire Safety: Cooking, Grilling, and Fireworks
  • Donate, Don’t Trash, These Used but Useful Items
  • Mature Living – The CARES Program
  • Help Strengthen Our Community
  • Free Classes Hosted by ElderLink
  • July Community Calendar

June

  • Vienna ROMEOs: Retired Men Getting Together for Lunch and Friends
  • The Golden Gazette Is Going ALL Digital!
  • Don't Overlook Your Health During Men’s Health Month
  • Beat the Heat: Protect Yourself in Hot Weather
  • Attend Fairfax County’s AccessAbility Fairfax on July 30!
  • Lightning Safety
  • Family Caregiver Support: Caregivers' Guilt and Remorse
  • Mature Living – The CARES Program
  • Start Summer Right - Volunteer Locally
  • Free Classes Hosted by ElderLink
  • Senior Virginians Handbook: Legal Information and Resources for Older Adults
  • Understanding Your Cable Bill and Your Rights
  • Enjoy Concerts and More this Summer at Fairfax County Parks
  • Cooling and Healthy Summertime Treats
  • The Virginia Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (VA Senior FMNP) Is Accepting Applications June 1
  • Community Assessment Survey of Older Adults (CASOA) Coming June 2026
  • Haven of Northern Virginia Celebrates 50 Years of Helping People Who are Grieving
  • Advocating for LGBTQ+ Elders
  • Intense Allergy Season In the Forecast
  • Fairfax Area Commission on Aging
  • June Community Calendar

May

  • Fanny Gaston: Teacher and Lifelong Learner
  • Celebrating Older Americans Month: Take Charge of Your Health
  • Love the Golden Gazette? Make sure you don't miss an issue!
  • Celebrate Older Americans Month at Nationals Park!
  • KARE Supports Kinship Caregivers and Connects Them to Resources
  • Six Ways You Can Connect with and Help Your Older Adult Neighbors
  • Help Prevent the Abuse of Older Adults in Your Community
  • Walk This May for Stronger Bones
  • May: Weathering the Storm: Your Guide to Hurricane Season
  • Family Caregiver Support: A Guide for Family Caregivers on Disposing of Home-Generated Medical Waste and Personal Hygiene Products
  • Grievances in Long-Term Care Facilities
  • Fairfax Area Commission on Aging
  • Come to the Building Safety Month Resource Fair
  • Free Classes Hosted by ElderLink
  • Judgment Lien Scams: A Guide to Recognizing and Reporting Fraudulent Court and Tax Lien Notices
  • Mature Living – The CARES Program
  • Cultivate Change – Volunteer
  • Volunteers Needed for Area Shepherd's Centers
  • May Community Calendar

April

  • Learn How to Protect Yourself from Scams and Fraud at Scam Jam 2026
  • Celebrating Service: Honoring Volunteers and Inspiring Others to Serve
  • VITA Volunteer Helps Reduce the Stress and Expense of Tax Season
  • Safely Dispose of Unwanted Medications at Drug Take Back Day
  • No Longer Able to Visit a Library in Person? We Can Help!
  • It Doesn’t Just Happen to Young People: Sexual Violence in the Older Adult Population
  • Little River Glen IV: Affordable Senior Apartments Coming to Fairfax!
  • Family Caregiver Support: Emergency Planning Resources for Family Caregivers
  • Long-Term Care Facility Inspection Reports: Know How to Find Them!
  • Mature Living – Exploring Resources for Better Health
  • Loss of Appetite Is Common But Not Normal
  • Free Classes Hosted by ElderLink
  • How to Attract Birds to Your Yard
  • April Showers Bring Preparedness Powers
  • It’s Farmers Market Season!
  • Fairfax Area Commission on Aging
  • April Community Calendar

March

  • Edwyna Wingo: A Lifetime of Serving Her Community
  • Celebrate National Consumer Protection Week 2026 with Fairfax County Consumer Affairs!
  • Preserve Old Photos and Videos by Digitizing Them at the Memory Depot
  • Family Caregiver Support: Caregiver Strategies for Safeguarding Against Scams
  • Fairfax Area Commission on Aging
  • Don’t Wait Until April 15! Get Your Taxes Done Now With VITA
  • Get Tax Prep Help from the AARP Foundation Tax-Aide Program
  • March: Spring Forward into a Safe Spring
  • Limitations of Assisted Living
  • Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month
  • Power Foods to Prevent and Fight Colon Cancer
  • Volunteers Needed for Area Shepherd's Centers
  • The Art of Giving Back
  • Free Classes Hosted by ElderLink
  • Make a difference in your community!
  • Individualized Care Plans
  • Free Brain Health Workbook Available in Seven Languages
  • IT On-Call
  • Mature Living – Exploring Resources for Better Health
  • March Community Calendar
     

February

  • Linneall Naylor: Discovering Her Ancestors and Sharing Their Stories

  • Why “Just in Case” Antibiotics Can Do More Harm Than Good

  • Historical Markers in Fairfax County Highlighting African American History

  • Family Caregiver Support: Caring for the Caregiver – Managing Stress

  • Connect with Us!

  • Free Classes Hosted by ElderLink

  • February: Prepare for the Month of Love

  • Service That Strengthens the Heart

  • Activity Programs in Long-Term Care Facilities

  • Mature Living – Exploring Resources for Better Health

  • Struggle with Reading? We Can Help!

  • Time Management When You Finally Have Time

  • Fairfax Area Commission on Aging

  • What You Need to Know About Low Vision

  • Is Your Financial Institution BankSafe?

  • February Community Calendar

 

January

  • Marcy Stennes is Always Willing to Help

  • Volunteer Advocates Needed!

  • 2025 Martha Glennan Disability Inclusion and Equality Award Recipients

  • Start Fresh! Simple Swaps to Boost Nutrition in the New Year

  • Free Classes Hosted by ElderLink

  • New Attention to Human Trafficking, an Age-Old Crime

  • Give the Gift of Life: Donate Blood

  • Mature Living – Drive Smart, Stay Safe: Tips for Older Adult Drivers

  • Warm Up to Emergency Preparedness This Winter

  • January: News Years Resolution – Beyond Calling 9-1-1

  • Family Caregiver Support: Reflect and Reset

  • Fairfax Area Commission on Aging

  • Volunteering: A Fun Path to Well-Being

  • Make a difference in your community! Become a Board of Equalization (BOE) Member

  • The Jewish Council for the Aging Helps Older Adults Prepare for Their Next Jobs

  • Thank You to Giant Food and to Our Community!

  • Pause. Question. Protect. Fairfax County’s New Approach to Stopping Scams

  • Accidents Happen. Don’t be Embarrassed.

  • What Happens (to Your Body) After You Die?

  • January Community Calendar

December
  • Steve Lebo: Unexpected Events Led to an Interesting Life
  • Mature Living – Drive Smart, Stay Safe: Tips for Older Adult Drivers
  • Experiences Make the Best Holiday Gifts
  • Make 2026 Your Year of Learning
  • Removing Invasive Plants Benefits Native Plants and Animals and Pandas Too!
  • Family Caregiver Support: Seasonal Support for Caregivers
  • Protect Yourself from Deed Fraud
  • Fairfax Area Commission on Aging
  • Free Classes Hosted by ElderLink
  • Join the Effort to Nourish Our Community
  • Volunteers Needed for Area Shepherd's Centers
  • Sustainable Holidays: Low Waste, Low Cost, Low Stress Strategies
  • Quality Long-Term Care in the Community
  • December Community Calendar
     
November
  • A Caring Home, An Empowered Life: Rubina and Catherine’s Journey with CARES
  • Mature Living – Drive Smart, Stay Safe: Tips for Older Adult Drivers
  • The Root of Nutrition – Highlighting Winter Vegetables
  • Family Caregiver Support: National Family Caregivers Month
  • Free Classes Hosted by ElderLink
  • Fairfax Area Commission on Aging
  • Share Joy with Others This Holiday Season
  • Family Councils in Long-Term Care Facilities: What You Need to Know
  • Avoid Holiday Scams This Season
  • Fairfax County Sheriff’s Office Warns Residents About Increase in Scam Calls
  • Respiratory Illness Season: What to Know about Flu, COVID-19 and RSV
  • Safeguard Your Lung Health
  • Harvest the Good: Volunteer in Your Community
  • Medicare 101 Workshops for 2025
  • November Community Calendar
October
  • Elaine Miletta’s Lifelong Mission to Help Animals
  • Fairfax Area Commission on Aging
  • Have a (Quilt) Block Party to Support Healthy Relationships
  • Family Caregiver Support: Medicare Open Enrollment
  • Medicare 101 Workshops for 2025
  • Fairfax Lions Club: Serving and Supporting the Community
  • Golden Girls Win Gold at the National Senior Games
  • Q&A with Marjorie Burris, DNP, MSN, RN, Neighborhood and Community Services’ Adult Day Health Care (ADHC) Program Manager
  • Free Classes Hosted by ElderLink
  • Season of Service: Make a Difference This Fall
  • National Disability Employment Awareness Month Celebrates the Value and Talent of Workers with Disabilities
  • Keep Active and Social While Learning Something New
  • October is Residents’ Rights Month!
  • Fairfax Energy Compass: Your Free Guide to Saving Money and Boosting Home Efficiency
  • Mature Living – Fairfax County Public Library Resources
  • October Community Calendar
September
  • Fidelita Levy: A Life of Care and Compassion
  • Fairfax Area Agency on Aging and ElderLink’s Virtual Reality Training Wins USAging Achievement Award
  • Feeding Your Vision: Nutrients for Optimal Eye Health
  • Join the SARCMED Study to Help Us Improve Sarcopenia Detection
  • Share Your Thoughts!
  • How You Can Reduce Your Risk of Falling
  • Family Caregiver Support: Embracing Change and Fall Prevention Assessments
  • Free Classes Hosted by Inova ElderLink
  • How to Help Emergency Personnel Get the Information They Need
  • Connecting the Community: Celebrate Communication Returns This September!
  • Get Involved, Have Fun – Volunteer!
  • Free 50+ Expo Returns to Springfield with Health Screenings, Vaccines and Resources
  • Mature Living – Fairfax County Public Library Resources
  • Help a Young Adult Get Off to a Good Start: Donate a Foster Care Housewarming Basket
  • Affordable Homeownership Opportunities
  • Fairfax Area Commission on Aging
  • Emergency Preparedness in Long-Term Care Facilities
  • September Community Calendar
August
  • Alan Cole: The Joys of Being a Band Geek
  • Mature Living – Fairfax County Public Library Resource
  • Home Repair Programs Serving People in Need
  • Lightning Safety
  • Burke-Springfield Center for Active Adults Opening in Summer 2025
  • Grievances in Long-Term Care
  • Family Caregiver Support: Navigating In-Home Care Options
  • Fairfax Area Commission on Aging
  • Volunteers Needed for a Study to Help Advance Healthy Aging
  • Making a Difference: Volunteering with GrandInvolve in Title I Classrooms
  • Have Fun While Helping a Good Cause at the Shepherd’s Center of Northern Virginia’s Fourth Annual Pickleball & Golf Festival
  • NVSO Volunteers Needed
  • Volunteers Needed for Area Shepherd's Centers
  • Mosquito and Tick Season: Here's What You Need to Know to Fight the Bite
  • Resources for People with Hoarding Disorder and Their Families
  • Safe, Secure, and Responsible: Let’s Talk About Firearm Safety
  • August Community Calendar
July
  • Diana Artemis: Tragedy is Not the End, It’s the Beginning
  • Celebrating the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) 35th Anniversary
  • SHAPE Plan Year Two Update
  • Family Caregiver Support: Family Caregiving and Recreation
  • Long-Term Care Facility Discharges: What You Need to Know
  • Now Open: Arbor Row Center for Ages 50+ in Tysons
  • Metro Launches a New Bus Network
  • Bumper to Bluff: How to Avoid Parking Lot Repair Scams
  • ElderLink Classes
  • Volunteer Teresa Barry Joined the Body Safety Program to Help Keep Children Safe
  • Summer Days, Giving Ways
  • Strengthening Bones One Bite at a Time – Nutrition for Osteoporosis Prevention
  • Fairfax Area Commission on Aging
  • How to Help Someone You Love with a Hoarding Disorder
  • Affordable Homeownership Opportunities
  • Mature Living – Hoarding
  • Need Help Staying Cool This Summer?
  • July Community Calendar
June
  • Dr. Russell Rayman’s Lifetime of Service Gave Him a Front Row Seat to History
  • Mature Living – Hoarding
  • Boost Your Health: The Virginia Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program Kicks Off in June!
  • Family Caregiver Support: Long-Distance Caregiving
  • Protect Your SNAP Benefits from Scams
  • Watch Out for the E-ZPass Scam
  • Join the VFICOPE Study: Help Advance Healthy Aging!
  • ElderLink Classes
  • Try a New Hobby During Great Outdoors Month
  • Health Department’s New "Detect and Protect" Program Provides Opportunities for Lead Testing of Common Household Items
  • Connect, Contribute, and Grow by Volunteering
  • How to Recognize and Report Animal Hoarding
  • Advocating for LGBTQ+ Elders
  • Fairfax Area Commission on Aging
  • Stay Cool this Summer: Cooling Assistance Opens June 16
  • June Community Calendar
May
  • It’s Time to Flip the Script on Aging!
  • Learn to Recognize the Signs and Risks of Adult Abuse
  • Five Ways to Support Mental Health Awareness
  • Caregivers and Mental Health
  • ElderLink Classes
  • Caregivers of Older Adults Can Find Support and Build Connections During ElderLink’s Monthly Virtual Support Calls
  • Northern Virginia Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program Recognized as a Leader in the Field of Alternative Dispute Resolution
  • Help Pets Stay with Their Families by Donating to Our Pet Supply Drive!
  • Spring into Service - Volunteer!
  • Volunteers Needed for Area Shepherd's Centers
  • Fairfax Area Commission on Aging
  • Public Comment Opportunity
  • You Can Help Prevent Opioid Overdose Fatalities
  • Fairfax County Kicks-Off a Clothing and Textile Recycling Pilot
  • The Dangers of Hoarding Disorder
  • Mature Living – Hoarding
  • May Community Calendar
April
  • Celebrate Volunteers During Volunteer Appreciation Month!
  • Gracing Spaces Volunteers Turn Empty Houses into Homes
  • Volunteer Solutions is Making a Meaningful Impact
  • Volunteering in Action: Celebrating Volunteer George Bishop
  • Advance Care Planning Ensures That Your Medical Care Decisions are Carried Out
  • Family Caregiver Support: Organization as a Tool for Caregivers
  • Fairfax Area Commission on Aging
  • Long-Term Care Facility Inspection Reports: Know How to Find Them!
  • Spring Produce Picks
  • April Showers Bring May Flowers
  • Understanding Hoarding Disorder
  • Gardening is for Everyone
  • Be Smart Before You Scan: Avoid QR Code Scams
  • Don’t Miss Scam Jam 2025 on April 30!
  • Affordable Homes Spotlight: Crest of Alexandria
  • Mature Living – Resources for Older Adults
  • April Community Calendar
March
  • Social Workers Change Lives
  • Hearing Loss in Older Adults: Screenings Are the First Step in Prevention
  • Need Tax Preparation Help?
  • Family Caregiver Support: Navigating Transportation
  • ElderLink Classes
  • Individualized Care Plans
  • Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month
  • Tornado Preparedness
  • Paws, Reflect, and Volunteer
  • Join the Sustain Fairfax Challenge: Empowering a Greener Future
  • Understanding Medicaid and Medicare
  • Celebrate the Senior Nutrition Program
  • Mature Living – Resources for Older Adults
  • Celebrate National Consumer Protection Week 2025 with Fairfax County Consumer Affairs!
  • All-In Pricing Rules for Cable and Satellite TV Are Now in Effect
  • Fairfax Area Commission on Aging
  • Save the date! Scam Jam 2025
  • Get Creative During National Craft Month
  • Tell Us About Your Hobbies or Clubs
  • March Community Calendar
February
  • Vivian Brown: When You See Somebody in Need, Help Them
  • Celebrate Black History Month in Fairfax County
  • Visit the Redesigned Website for Older Adults
  • Family Caregiver Support: Tips for Managing Family Caregiving Expenses
  • Chronic Disease Self-Management Program
  • Mature Living – Resources for Older Adults
  • Caring for You, Caring for Me
  • Don’t Wait Until April 15! Get Your Taxes Done Now With VITA
  • Three Nutrients to Reduce Inflammation
  • National Canned Food Month – Stock your Emergency Kit!
  • Activity Programs in Long-Term Care Facilities
  • Heartfelt Acts of Service
  • Volunteering with GrandInvolve in Fairfax County: Connecting Generations and Strengthening Communities
  • Protect Your Heart and Your Wallet Against Romance Scams
  • Set a Meaningful Intention: Prioritize Self-Care This Year
  • Fairfax Area Commission on Aging
  • February Community Calendar
January
  • Cap Oliver: A Lifetime of Faith and Service
  • Meet Fairfax County’s New Poet Laureate Angelique Palmer
  • Family Caregiver Support: Welcoming January 2025 - A Renewed Focus on Family Caregiving
  • 2024 Martha Glennan Disability Inclusion and Equality Awards
  • It’s Never too Late to Quit Using Tobacco
  • New Year's Resolution – Make an Emergency Plan
  • Volunteer Advocates Needed!
  • Is Volunteering Your New Year’s Resolution?
  • Volunteers Needed for Area Shepherd's Centers
  • Mature Living – Scam Prevention
  • Tips for Hiring a Tax Return Preparer
  • JCA Employment Programs: The Virtual 50+Employment Expos and The Career Gateway
  • Downsize and Declutter: What to Do with Your Unwanted Stuff
  • Fairfax Area Commission on Aging
  • January Community Calendar
     

December
  • Jill Gerald’s Show and Tell of Lincolnia
  • Holiday Online Shopping Safety
  • Holiday Gift Ideas for Older Adults Living with Dementia and Their Caregivers
  • Family Caregiver Support: Caregiving and the Holiday Season
  • Climate Conversations: Inspire Action, Not Arguments
  • Mature Living – Scam Prevention
  • What You Should Do if You are the Victim of Identity Theft
  • Exploring the Dimensions of Aging Through Virtual Reality: Outcomes and Plans for the Future
  • Quality Long-Term Care in the Community
  • Five Things You Need to Know About Winter Vaccinations: Q & A with Dr. Ben
  • Fairfax Area Commission on Aging
  • Year-End Reflection on Preparedness
  • Stay Safe on the Roads This Holiday Season
  • Spread Cheer – Volunteer!
  • December Community Calendar
November
  • Understanding the Complex Nature of Caregiving and its Impact
  • Family Councils in Long-Term Care Facilities
  • Birmingham Green Nursing Home Named One of America's Best Nursing Homes 2025
  • Family Caregiver Support: Family Caregivers Month
  • Keep the Heat On with Crisis Assistance
  • Local Veterans Day Observances
  • Giving Thanks for Volunteers
  • Help Someone in Need This Holiday Season
  • Mature Living – Scam Prevention
  • November is Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month
  • Volunteers Needed for Area Shepherd's Centers
  • Thanksgiving Cooking Safety
  • Fairfax Area Commission on Aging
  • November Community Calendar
October
  • Juli Verrier is Passionate About Helping Animals
  • National Disability Employment Awareness Month
  • October is Residents’ Rights Month!
  • Celebrate the Vital Work of the Northern Virginia Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program
  • The Beacon’s 50+ Expos Celebrate 25 Years
  • Stay Warm This Winter: Fuel Assistance Opens October 8
  • Venture into Volunteering Fair
  • What Inspires You to Volunteer?
  • Family Caregiver Support: Caregiving and Mental Health
  • In-Person and Virtual Medicare 101 Workshops
  • Using Virtual Reality to Explore Elder Safety & Well-Being in Older Adults
  • Spotting Scams: Navigating Law Enforcement Impersonators
  • Prevent Falls This Fall: Take Steps to Reduce Your Risk
  • Cybersecurity Awareness Month
  • Mature Living – Dementia
  • Simple Ways to Document Your Family History
  • Fairfax Area Commission on Aging
  • October Community Calendar
 September
  • Margie Weiss Helps People Reach Their Full Potential
  • Stay Active From Anywhere with the Virtual Center for Active Adults
  • Five Unexpected Things You Can Do with Your Library Card
  • Resources to Help Scam Victims Recover
  • Mature Living – Dementia
  • It’s Your Turn to Talk Trash
  • ElderLink Health & Wellness/ Caregiver Support Workshops Resources to Help Prevent Falls
  • Theft and Loss in LTC Facilities
  • All About SNAP for Hunger Action Month
  • Celebrate Communication Returns to Springfield Town Center!
  • Family Caregiver Support: Emergency Preparedness
  • National Preparedness Month
  • Senior Community Service Employment Program
  • Volunteers Needed for Area Shepherd's Centers
  • Support Your Community as a Volunteer
  • Help Needed at the Polls!
  • In-Person and Virtual Medicare 101 Workshops
  • Fairfax Area Commission on Aging
  • September Community Calendar
 August
  • Betty Graves is Enjoying Her Life One Day at a Time
  • The Golden Girls Celebrate Their 35th Anniversary
  • Everyone Can Help Combat the Opioid Crisis
  • Family Caregiver Support: Long-Distance Caregiving
  • Emergency Preparedness in Long-Term Care Facilities: What You Need to Know
  • Mature Living – Dementia
  • Using Virtual Reality to Explore Elder Safety & Well-Being in Older Adults
  • Healthy Summer Recipes – No Cooking Required
  • Celebrate National Farmers Market Week with Fairfax County Park Authority Farmers Markets
  • Resources to Help with Grief and Loss
  • Know the Rules of the Road to Help Keep Children Safe This School Year
  • Volunteer and Create Cool Summer Memories
  • Earthquake Safety
  • Fairfax Area Commission on Aging
  • August Community Calendar 
July
  • Connect, Compete and Have Fun at the Northern Virginia Senior Olympics!
  • Meet the Winners of the 2024 Fairfax Area Student Shark Tank Technology Challenge
  • ScamCops: Working to Educate Older Adults About Scams
  • Look for Scam Information in Your Personal Property Tax Bill
  • Never Stop Learning Campaign Educates Older Adults About Protecting Their Money
  • Invitation to Community Forums for Adults with Disabilities Aged 50 and Over, and Caregivers
  • Celebrating the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Anniversary
  • ElderLink Health & Wellness/Caregiver Support Workshops
  • Check Your Schedule and Consider Volunteering
  • Family Caregiver Support: Technology and Caregiving
  • Volunteer Advocates Needed!
  • Fairfax Area Commission on Aging
  • Kidney Health in Hot Weather
  • Heat Safety
  • Volunteers Needed for Area Shepherd's Centers
  • Mature Living – Staying Active and Healthy
  • July Community Calendar
Special Edition: SHAPE the Future of Aging
  • SHAPE The Future of Aging: Year One
  • Building Strong Initiatives with an Equity Focus
  • Using Virtual Reality to Help Caregivers Better Understand Older Adults
  • A Focus on Financial Literacy
June
  • Christopher Johnston: Creating Connections Through Music
  • Fairfax Area Commission on Aging
  • Caregiving and Its Impact on Men’s Health
  • Family Caregiver Support: Education for Family Caregivers
  • Public Comment Opportunity
  • Advocating for LGBTQ+ Elders
  • Using Virtual Reality to Explore Social Isolation in Older Adults
  • ElderLink Health & Wellness/ Caregiver Support Workshops
  • June 15 is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
  • Community Associations Can Apply Now to Charge Up Fairfax
  • Applications Open for Senior Farmers Market Program
  • SNAP at Fairfax County Park Authority Farmers Markets
  • Dive Into Volunteering
  • Fraud Alert! Fairfax County Police Department’s Tips to Spot a Bank Imposter Scam
  • Scam Jam 2024 a Success!
  • Pet Preparedness
  • Mature Living – Staying Active and Healthy
  • June Community Calendar
May
  • Susan Voss is a Role Model for Aging Well
  • Mature Living – Staying Active and Healthy
  • Celebrate Older Americans Month in May
  • Report Suspected Abuse in Our Community
  • Family Caregiver Support: Are You Prepared?
  • Fairfax Area Commission on Aging
  • Grievances in Long-Term Care Facilities
  • Give Your Time as a Volunteer
  • Domestic and Sexual Violence Services (DSVS) is looking for a few good volunteers!
  • Help Needed at the Polls!
  • Volunteers Needed for Area Shepherd's Centers
  • Hurricane Preparedness
  • Fairfax County Resident Dorothy Hutchins Testifies About the OAA’s Positive Impact
  • Spring Screening
  • Finding Community Help for Everyday Technology
  • Connect with Your Community – Join a Senior Center
  • May is Mental Health Awareness Month
  • What’s Happening to Affordable Internet Programs?
  • May Community Calendar
April
  • Ray Collins: 20 Years of Hard Work and Determination Led to Writing Success
  • New Virtual Trainings: Exploring the Dimensions of Aging
  • Driveway Paving Scams: Fairfax County Police Department Gives Tips to Avoid Fraudsters
  • Rebuilding Together-AFF: Neighbors Helping Neighbors Live in Homes That are Safe and Healthy
  • Accessible Parking Survey
  • Reaching your Limits
  • Tax Filing Deadline Reminder
  • Fairfax Area Commission on Aging
  • National Financial Capability Month
  • Honoring and Celebrating Volunteerism
  • Help Prevent Child Abuse – Volunteer with the Body Safety Program
  • Long-Term Care Facility Inspection Reports: Valuable Information for All!
  • 10 Ways to Take Climate Action on Earth Day and Every Day
  • Ask The Experts: Is My Deck Safe?
  • Mature Living – Volunteering
  • April Community Calendar
March
  • Gail Ruf: Bringing Joy to Children Experiencing Homelessness
  • Mature Living – Volunteering
  • 2024 Tax Relief Workshops
  • The Crisis Assistance Program Can Help with Heating Emergencies
  • March is National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month
  • Fairfax Area Commission on Aging
  • Celebrate the Life-Changing Work of Social Workers in March
  • Tips for Getting Through the Day
  • Individualized Care Matters!
  • McLean Community Center’s Seniors in Action Program
  • Serve Your Community as a Volunteer
  • Volunteer Instructors Needed for Dads Parenting Groups
  • Do You Enjoy Teaching Children? Volunteer with the Body Safety Program
  • National Consumer Protection Week 2024
  • Artificial Intelligence and Deepfake Videos: What You Need to Know
  • Scam Jam 2024
  • Land Development Services Staff Available for In-Person Customer Service
  • Emergency Preparedness for People with Lung Disease
  • Flood Safety for People with Access and Functional Needs
  • How to Report Potholes
  • March Community Calendar 
February
  • Edwin B. Henderson II: Shedding Light on the History of Civil Rights
  • Meet Your New Board of Supervisors Members
  • Exercise and Caregiving
  • Caring for You, Caring for Me
  • Fairfax Area Commission on Aging
  • Activity Programs in Long-Term Care Facilities
  • SHAPE the Future of Aging Plan Update
  • Nourishing Our Community  
  • Help Needed at the Polls!
  • Who Will Care for Your Pet When You’re Gone?
  • Tax Preparation Assistance Now Available
  • Shepherd's Centers Offer Free Transportation Services for Older Adults
  • Mature Living – Volunteering
  • Emergency Preparedness for People with Cancer
  • Need Help Meeting Your Heating Needs?
  • PIPP Makes Dominion Energy Bill More Affordable
  • February Community Calendar
January
  • Romuald Lipinski: A Survivor Whose Perseverance was Fueled by Optimism
  • Congratulations to the Winners of the 2023 Martha Glennan Disability Inclusion and Equality Awards
  • Program Offers Grants to Organizations Making Energy and Resiliency Upgrades
  • Artificial Intelligence: Taking the Grandparent Scam to the Next Level
  • Battling Caregiver Guilt
  • Chronic Disease Self-Management Program
  • The Crisis Assistance Program Can Help with Heating Emergencies
  • Mature Living – SHAPE the Future of Aging
  • The Holidays are All Wrapped Up!
  • White Oaks Elementary School Recognizes Longtime Volunteer Captain Stuntz
  • Volunteer Advocates Needed!
  • New Year, New Possibilities to Help
  • Winter Weather Safety
  • Fairfax Area Commission on Aging
  • These New Year’s Resolutions are Keepers
  • Looking for Employment Opportunities and Job Search Skills? JCA has Two Terrific Employment Programs to Help 50+ Jobseekers!
  • January Community Calendar

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