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

• 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
   

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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
   

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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 

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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 

• 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

• 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

• David Meyer Believes in Serving His Community
• Artificial Intelligence: The Latest Tool of Scammers
• Fairfax Area Commission on Aging
• Fairfax County Celebrates the Opening of a Second Animal Shelter
• Caregiving Over the Holidays
• Open Your Heart and Become a Foster Parent
• Need Help Meeting Your Heating Needs?
• Volunteer Solutions’ IT On-Call Program
• Volunteering Makes Spirits Bright
• Shepherd's Centers Offer Free Transportation Services for Older Adults
• Safety Tips for a Happy Holiday Season
• Quality Long-Term Care in the Community
• Be Prepared for Emergencies when Traveling this Holiday Season
• Antioch Baptist Church Makes Nature Conservation a Priority
• Helpful Tips for Buying and Using a Smart TV
• Mature Living – SHAPE the Future of Aging
• December Community Calendar

• Winifred Evans is a Living Legend 
• Fairfax Area Commission on Aging
• NOVA United Senior Women’s Basketball Association Celebrates 20 Years!
• Fairfax County Adds 150 Affordable Homes for Older Adults with Grand Opening of Oakwood Meadow
• “Permit Library” Guides Residents Seeking Building and Land Disturbance Permits
• Coordination Between Fairfax County 9-1-1 and the Regional Crisis Call Center (RCCC)
• November is National Family Caregivers Month
• Family Councils in Long-Term Care Facilities
• Help Veterans in Our Community by Becoming a Medical Foster Home Caregiver 
• Kindness Has Ripple Effects
• Winter Weather Health and Safety 
• Mature Living – SHAPE the Future of Aging
• Let the Library Come to You
• Emergency Preparedness Survey 
• Help Students Recover from Learning Loss by Becoming a Tutor
• Enjoy the Spirit of the Season at a Holiday Craft Show
• November Community Calendar 

• Learn to Recognize and Speak Out Against Ageism
• National Disability Employment Awareness Month 2023
• In-Person and Virtual Medicare 101 Workshops
• HOAs Encouraged to Apply Now for Charge Up Fairfax Pilot Program
• Celebrating the Northern Virginia Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program
• Vote Early in the November 7 General Election
• October is Residents’ Rights Month!
• Age is Just a Number to these “Abuelas” who Recently Adopted a Son from Foster Care
• Mature Living – The Importance of Animals
• National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Aids in Reducing Opioid Overdoses
• Discovering the Rewards in Caregiving
• Fairfax Area Commission on Aging
• Venture into Volunteering Fair
• Volunteer Drivers Needed
• 50+Expos Return this Fall in Virginia and Maryland
• How to Show Support for the LGBTQ+ Community
• Learn to Manage Your Ongoing Health Conditions
• October Community Calendar

• Ron Fitzsimmons’ Own Childhood Poverty Inspired the Creation of Alice’s Kids 
• Celebrate Communication Returns to Springfield Town Center!
• Fairfax County Farmers Markets Continue Through the Fall
• Celebrate National Senior Center Month at a Fairfax County Senior Center! 
• Don’t be Afraid to Ask for Help
• Emergency Preparedness in Long-Term Care Facilities – What You Need to Know
• Volunteer to Help Your Community
• September is National Emergency Preparedness Month
• Metro Lift Reduced Fare Program
• Rebuilding Together Arlington/Fairfax/Falls Church Improves Lives Through Home Repair
• Mature Living – The Importance of Animals
• The Power Before Our Eyes: Empowering Seniors to Practice Observational Skills and Situational Awareness
• Free Tools and Resources to Help Prevent Falls
• Fairfax Area Commission on Aging 
• September Community Calendar 

• Jay Corwin: Driven to Help Others
• Mature Living – The Importance of Animals
• Robotic Pets Bring Joy to Owners
• A New Diagnosis Often Leads to Additional Caregiver Responsibilities
• There Are Several Ways to Renew Medicaid
• How to Downsize, Organize and Preserve Your Photos
• Volunteer Advocates Needed!
• Join the Retired & Senior Volunteer Program of Northern Virginia!
• Opportunities to Uplift and Support Your Community
• Open Your Heart and Become a Foster Parent 
• Creating a Resilient Community Through Volunteerism
• Fairfax Area Commission on Aging 
• Immunizations Key to Staying Healthy in Adulthood
• Shepherd's Centers Offer Free Transportation Services for Older Adults 
• Preserve the Past With Fairfax County Public Library
• August Community Calendar

• Major Norma Roberts: A Lifetime of Courage and Service
• Celebrating the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Anniversary
• Fairfax County’s Adult Day Health Care Program Helps Older Adults with Limitations Thrive
• Fairfax Area Student “Shark Tank” Technology Challenge
• Register Now for the 2023 Northern Virginia Senior Olympics
• Fairfax Area Commission on Aging 
• Caregiver Support Networks
• Mature Living - Disability Rights and Resources
• Is an Over-the-Counter Hearing Aid Right for You?
• The End of the Public Health Emergency: What Does It Mean for Residents?
• Emergency Preparedness for Individuals Living with Cognitive Impairment 
• Preparing for Summer Vacation
• Explore Opportunities to Help
• Hiking Provides Health Benefits and Enjoyment for All
• July Community Calendar

• Dorothy Keenan: Finding Purpose is Key to a Happy Retirement 
• Mature Living - Disability Rights and Resources
• Summer Entertainment Series – 2023 Season
• What You Need to Know About the SHAPE the Future of Aging Plan 
• Fairfax Area Commission on Aging 
• Setting Healthy Boundaries When Caregiving 
• Advocating for LGBTQ+ Elders
• Discover Lifelong Learning Opportunities for Older Adults 
• Staying Cool is Staying Safe
• Volunteer to Make a Difference
• Staying Put This Summer? Check Out These Staycation Options 
• Shepherd's Centers Offer Free Transportation Services for Older Adults 
• June Community Calendar

• Kofi Dennis: Bringing Play into Learning, Work, and Everyday Life
• Celebrate 60 Years of Older Americans Month in May!
• Mature Living - Disability Rights and Resources
• Celebrating the Wellness Center for Older Adults One Year Anniversary! 
• Grievances in Long-Term Care
• Caregiver Alert Notifications Program Receives Honorable Mention
• Bingo + Gentle Exercises = BINGOCIZE®
• Celebrate National Mobility Awareness Month!
• Recognizing the Signs of Elder Abuse and How to Report It
• “Spring” into Action as a Volunteer
• Be Stroke Smart: Recognize the Signs of a Stroke and Take Action
• Health Preparedness for Stroke Survivors and Caregivers
• Fairfax Area Commission on Aging 
• Close Before You Doze
• May is Building Safety Month
• Mark Your Calendars for These Upcoming Car Shows
• May Community Calendar

• Mark O’Meara: Bringing Art and Entertainment to Fairfax for Over 30 Years
• April is Volunteer Appreciation Month!
• Volunteer Sam Lee is Making a Difference
• Volunteering Has Been A Lifelong Pursuit for Hannah Van Hook
• Celebrate National Poetry Month with Fairfax Poet Laureate Danielle Badra
• Mature Living – Scam Prevention
• Your Time Matters to a Child 
• Do You Need Help with Home Repairs and Modifications?
• What to Think of When Planning for the Future
• Fairfax Area Commission on Aging
• Virtual Live Well: Chronic Disease Self-Management
• Give Your Home an Insurance Check-Up This Spring
• Understanding Long-Term Care Facility Inspection Reports
• 2023 Tax Relief Workshops Schedule
• Normal Medicaid Enrollment Resumes
• Got Mulch?
• Talking About Gender with Children and Teens Can Prevent Interpersonal Violence
• Save the Date for Scam Jam 2023
• April Community Calendar

• NOVA United: Golden Friendships and Hoops 
• Mature Living – Scam Prevention
• March is National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month
• Celebrate Social Workers in March
• Taking Time to Connect Benefits Family Caregivers and Their Loved Ones
• Fairfax Area Commission on Aging
• Flood Safety and Preparedness
• Stay Safe from Falls with Help from Rebuilding Together
• Help with Heating Emergencies Closes March 15
• Individualized Care Matters
• Dr. Heisung Lee Receives 2022 Andrus Award for Community Service
• Diabetes Self-Management Class
• Create Positive Changes by Volunteering
• Join Seniors in Action at the McLean Community Center
• Enjoy a Show While Supporting Young Talent in Your Community
• Important: Changes to Your Snap Benefits
• The Virtual Center for Active Adults: Fighting Social Isolation Through Online Programming
• Protect your Health in Variable Weather
• What is a Death Café?
• Senior Centers Celebrate Another Successful Winter Warming Service Project
• March Community Calendar

• Sylvia Taylor and Gloria Runyon: Bringing History to Light and to Life
• What is Open from Dawn to Dusk Every Day of the Year?
• Home Safety for Loved Ones with Dementia
• CARE Mobile: ServiceSource's Innovative Mobile Program to Combat Social Isolation Among Older Adults and Adults with Disabilities 
• Activity Programs in Long-Term Care Facilities
• Creating a Winter Emergency Kit for Your Vehicle
• Fairfax Area Commission on Aging
• Explore Volunteer Opportunities in Your Community
• Help is Available for Heating Emergencies
• Looking for Help with Your Taxes? Check Out These Free Resources
• Mature Living – Scam Prevention
• Protect Your SNAP EBT Card From Scammers and Thieves
• JCA Career Gateway and Virtual 50+ Employment Expos Link 50+ Jobseekers to
• Employment Opportunities and Job Search Training Skills
• Need a Lift? Transportation Services are Available to Help
• February Community Calendar

• Corazon Sandoval Foley: Documenting the Past While Looking to the Future 
• Resolutions that Matter: A Commitment to Emergency Preparedness 
• Martha Glennan Disability Inclusion and Equality Award Winners
• Carving Out an Identity Separate from Caregiving 
• Need Help with Your Heating Emergency?
• Fairfax Area Commission on Aging 
• Stalking and Older Adults: How to Recognize This Crime and Get Help
• Meaningful Ways to Serve Our Community
• Domestic and Sexual Violence Services (DSVS) is Looking for a Few Good Volunteers!
• Volunteer Advocates Needed!
• Guard Your Wallet (and Heart) Against Romance Scams
• Achieve Peace of Mind by Making an Estate Plan
• Rx Resolution: Make A Prescription Plan
• Supervisor Walkinshaw Highlights Services Offered by the Wellness Center for Older Adults
• Looking for a Meaningful Second Career? Consider Becoming a Substitute Teacher
• Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Launches Community Connect
• Check Out Fairfax County Public Library. It’s more than just books!
• Mature Living – Planning for Retirement
• January Community Calendar

• Betsy Clevenger’s Mission to Fight Hunger in Her Community
• Mature Living – Planning for Retirement
• Ring in 2023 with a Commitment to Healthy Habits
• Caregiving Over the Holidays
• Quality Long-Term Care in the Community
• Fairfax Area Commission on Aging
• Winter Weather Preparedness
• Ensure a Happy Holiday Season by Protecting Yourself from Scams
• Little Free Food Pantries Remove Barriers to Food Access
• The Crisis Assistance Program Can Help with Heating Emergencies
• Volunteer Opportunities in Your Community
• Domestic and Sexual Violence Services (DSVS) is Looking for a Few Good Volunteers!
• New Online System is a PLUS for Homeowners!
• Take a Moment: Pedestrian, Bike and Traffic Safety
• Running Bamboo Ordinance Begins January 1
• Staying Safe on the Road: Resources and Technology that May Benefit Older Adult Drivers
• Expect Plenty of Laughs and Groans with These Dad Jokes
• Shepherd Centers Offer Free Transportation Services for Older Adults 
• Local Nonprofit Driving Programs
• December Community Calendar

• Mary Ann McKenzie: Proud to Have Served
• Fairfax Area Commission on Aging
• Help Someone in Need this Holiday Season
• Recognizing the Critical Role of Family Caregivers During National Family Caregivers' Month
• Live and Virtual Medicare 101 Workshops
• Need Help Meeting Your Heating Needs?
• Theft and Loss in Long-Term Care Facilities
• Mature Living – Planning for Retirement
• Volunteer Opportunities in Your Community
• Domestic and Sexual Violence Services (DSVS) is Looking for a Few Good Volunteers!
• The Words You Use Matter
• Cooking Safety Tips for Thanksgiving
• What You Need to Know Before Purchasing a New TV
• VITA Volunteers Needed for Tax Season
• Prepare Your Home for Winter Weather
• Protect Yourself from Scams
• November Community Calendar

• Alan Rems’ Adventures in Retirement 
• Mature Living – Continuing Community Connections 
• Help with Heating Begins Oct. 11
• Fairfax Area Commission on Aging
• Register Now! Virtual Live Well: Chronic Disease Self-Management
• Medicare Open Enrollment: Information and Resources
• Live and Virtual Medicare 101 Workshops
• October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month 
• National Ombudsman Day is October 13!
• National Disability Employment Awareness Month
• October is Residents’ Rights Month!
• Resources for LGBTQ+ Older Adults
• Volunteer Spotlight - Maria Romain Inspires Others
• Venture Into Volunteering Fair
• Early Voting Offered for Congressional Midterm Elections
• Open Now: The New Sully Community Center
• Protect Yourself from a Cyber-Attack
• Five Tips for a Healthy Winter
• Shepherd Centers Offer Free Transportation Services for Older Adults 
• October Community Calendar

• Barry and Rita Altman: Devoted to Helping Animals 
• Mature Living – Continuing Community Connections 
• Fraudsters Distort Civic Duty to Confuse Citizens
• Volunteer Advocates Needed!
• How to Help a Loved One Age in Place
• Fairfax Area Commission on Aging
• 50+ Expo Celebrates 23rd Year
• September: See Something, Say Something
• Directive Aims to Make Citizenship Process More Welcoming to Older Adults and People with Disabilities 
• Vietnamese and Korean Speakers Needed as Election Officers for the November General Election
• Got Yarn?
• Celebrate Communication 2022 Coming to Springfield Town Center on Saturday, September 17
• September is Kinship Care Awareness Month
• Volunteer to Make a Difference
• How to Correctly Dispose of Your American Flag
• A Primer on the Risk of Falls and Older Adults
• Make the Switch – Sign up for the Golden Gazette Email!
• September Community Calendar

• Dr. Heisung Lee, Agent of Change
• Assistance for Older Adults on a Fixed Income
• Summer Recycling and Waste Prevention
• Summer Scams
• Mature Living: Continuing Community Connections 
• Getting Enough Sleep Matters 
• Fairfax Area Commission on Aging
• New App Helps Drivers with Disabilities Fill Their Gas Tanks
• Free Classes from ElderLink
• Make an Emergency Kit Using the Tax-Free Weekend!
• Emergency Preparedness in Long-Term Care Facilities – What You Need to Know
• 8 Ways to Keep Burglars Away From Your Home This Summer
• Shepherd Centers Offer Free Transportation Services for Older Adults
• Opportunities to Advocate, Support, or Empower
• Northern Virginia Senior Olympics Celebrates 40th Anniversary
• Enjoy Watermelon Season!
• August Community Calendar

• Master Gardener Joe Francis: Passionate about Gardening and Giving Back
• The Role of Self-Compassion in Caregiving
• New Wellness Center for Older Adults Opens in the Braddock District
• GrandInvolve Scores Big
• Make the Switch – Sign up for the Golden Gazette Email!
• You Are Being Discharged. What’s Next?
• Celebrating the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) 32nd Anniversary!
• Free Classes from ElderLink
• Hosting “Camp Grandparents” this Summer? Here are Some Health Reminders
• Prepare Your Pets for Emergencies, They Are Part of Your Family!
• Fairfax Area Commission on Aging
• Prepare for the Extreme Heat
• Cooling Assistance
• 6th Annual "Shark Tank" Winners Announced
• Transportation Services for Older Adults
• Mature Living: Caregiving from a Distance
• July Community Calendar

• Raising Grandchildren: Stressful and Delightful 
• Resources for Family Caregivers: Caregiving From a Distance
• Fairfax Pets on Wheels: Licking Loneliness
• Social Isolation a Major Concern During the Pandemic
• Switch to the Golden Gazette Email! 
• Fairfax Area Commission on Aging 
• Free Classes from ElderLink
• Support Mental Health Awareness
• Financial Assistance Available for Pet Medical Care
• Lifelong Learning Programs for Older Adults
• Resident Councils Serve Important Role at Long-Term Care Facilities
• Treatment for COVID-19 Prevents Hospitalization in High-Risk Individuals 
• June Community Calendar

• A Lifetime Built on a Strong Foundation: Dan Hall (105)
• Nutrition Resources for Aging in Place
• Adult Abuse Prevention Month
• Assisting Others to Age Their Way
• New Regional Virtual Senior Center Launches May 2
• Visitation in Long-Term Care Facilities
• Inspect Your Deck
• Be Prepared for Hurricane Season Which Starts June 1
• Second COVID Booster for People Over 50
• Resources for Family Caregivers: Learning to Accept Help
• Mature Living: Caregiving from a Distance
• VICAP: Understanding Medicare, Medigap, Drug Plans, and Long-Term Care Insurance
• Nurture Environmental Literacy: Free Library Programs and Resources
• The Awesome Truth About Glass
• Refuse, Reduce, and Reuse
• Fairfax Area Commission on Aging
• Local Nonprofit Driving Programs
• Find Area Shephard Centers
• May Community Calendar

• Shining a Light on Volunteering: Meet Mujeeb Chowdhry
• Understanding Long-Term Care Facility Inspection Reports
• George Mason Seeks Participants for Dementia Care Partner Study
• Disclosure of Sexual Violence in Later Life
• Fairfax Area Commission on Aging
• Getting The Care You Need (A Guide for People with Disabilities)
• Virtual Scam Jam Set for April 22
• Building Financial Preparedness Before a Disaster
• Boost Your Financial Literacy With Free Library Programs and Resources
• Resources for Family Caregivers
• Classes from ElderLink
• Tips for Preventing Hypertension
• Volunteering: Providing Hope and Kindness
• Vietnamese and Korean Speakers Needed as Election Officers
• Local Nonprofit Driving Programs
• Find Area Shepherd Centers
• April Community Calendar

• Retired Social Worker Laurie Warhol Continues Helping Others
• Explore These Programs During National Nutrition Month
• Now It's a Snap to Apply for SNAP
• Individualized Care Matters!
• Fairfax Area Commission on Aging National Village Day Celebrates 20 Years of the Village Movement
• Free Home Repairs for Older and Disabled Residents
• Get Your Income Taxes Done for Free!
• Planning Spring Home Improvement Projects? Remember the Permit!
• Flooding in Fairfax County
• Resources for Family Caregivers
• Free Classes from Elderlink. Call 703-324-5374, TTY 711, for a free caregiver consultation, 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.
• Volunteering: Common Threads of Kindness
• COVID and People with Disabilities
• Older Adult Services Realigned to Enhance Service Delivery
• Local Nonprofit Driving Programs
• Find Area Shepherd Centers
• March Community Calendar

• A Fond Farewell to Golden Gazette Editor Mary Jane Dye
• COVID-19 Treatments: A Primer
• Community Assessment Survey for Older Adults Coming to Mailboxes Soon
• Fairfax Area Commission on Aging
• SCSEP Senior Community Service Employment Program
• Voice Your Concerns! What to know about filing a grievance.
• Real Estate Tax Relief for Seniors
• Making Difficult Caregiving Decisions
• Do You Need Some Assistance Keeping Your House Warm?
• Tips for Hiring a Contractor
• IT On Call - Ready to Serve
• Local Nonprofit Driving Programs
• Find Area Shephard Centers
• Food Inside and Outside the Home: The latest edition of Mature Living
• Community Calendar

• Charles Williams: Show Stopper!
• Hope Card Offers Proof of Protective Order and More
• Free Virtual 50+ Employment Expo, Friday, Feb. 18 and Thursday, April 21
• Fairfax Area Commission on Aging
• SHAPE the Future of Aging Survey Coming in February
• Preparedness is a Key Resolution for the New Year
• Unhappy with Your Medicare Advantage Plan?
• Reminder for Everyone to Get Their COVID-19 Vaccine Booster
• Heating Your Home Using a Fireplace or Wood Burning Stove? Be Safe!
• How to Save Money with Home Heating Costs
• Some Hearing Loss is Preventable
• How to Reduce Mask Mutter
• Resolve to Take Care of Yourself this Year
• Caregiver Stroke In-Person Support Group
• Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body: Tips from the Latest Research Webinar
• Virtual Kinship Cafés
• Volunteer Advocates Needed for Ombudsman Program
• Free Virtual Caregiver Programs and Support Calls
• New Year, New Volunteer Opportunities for Socialization
• Local Nonprofit Driving Programs
• Find Area Shepherd Centers
• Register Now for NOVA Lifetime Learning Institute Classes and More
• Community Calendar

• José Acosta Gifts Nature Center with His Animal Caregiving Skills
• Robotic “White Cane” Offers New Ways to Navigate
• ‘Tis the Season to Stay Clear of Common Scams
• Seasonal Change for Seniors Experiencing Interpersonal Violence
• Safe Travel with Older Adults
• Fairfax Area Commission on Aging
• SHAPE the Future of Aging Survey Coming in Early 2022
• There Are No VICAP Medicare 101 Workshops in December
• Free Legal Services
• New Location for Alexandria Social Security Office
• Fairfax County Government December Holidays
• Get Your Vaccine Booster this Holiday Season
• Put a Freeze on Holiday Fires
• Food Safety During the Holidays
• Having Difficulty Preparing Meals?
• Are You Eligible for SNAP?
• Caregiving During the Holidays
• Ombudsmen Address Care Concerns in the Community
• Free Virtual Caregiver Self-Care Support Call
• Caregiving Around the Clock Now through January on Channel 16
• Meaningful Ways to Volunteer and Help Our Community
• Local Nonprofit Driving Programs
• Senior Centers Kick Off Winter Warming Service Project
• Community Calendar

• A Salute to Caregivers During National Family Caregivers Month
• Mercedes Dash: The True Story of Leaving Cuba via Operation Peter Pan
• Free Beacon Virtual 50+Expo Returns
• Caregiving
• Caregiving Around the Clock: The Latest Edition of Mature Living
• Activity Programs in Long-Term Care Facilities
• Free Self-Management Workshops and Programs
• You Are Not Alone: Emotional Recovery from a Scam with ReST
• Scam Slam Podcast Audio Bulletin
• Energy Assistance: Don't Be Left Out in the Cold
• Winter Weather is Around the Corner
• Fairfax Area Commission on Aging
• Upcoming In-Person and Virtual Medicare 101 Workshops
• What Older Adults Need to Know About COVID-19 Boosters
• Meaningful Ways to Volunteer and Help Our Community
• Find Area Shepherd Centers
• Local Nonprofit Driving Programs
• Opportunity to Advocate for People with Disabilities
• Become a Substitute Teacher and Save the Day!
• Community Calendar

• Jay Converse They Call Me TubaGuy
• Jackie Hess: There’s Nothing More Important than Helping Others
• Yes! 16 Early Voting Locations Open Through Oct. 30
• The Role that People with Disabilities Play in Economic Success
• Make Your Reservation for Fall Virtual Kinship Cafes
• Rental Assistance Available to Fairfax County Residents
• Need Help with Repairs or Modifications?
• Caregiving
• October is Residents’ Rights Month
• Free Upcoming Chronic Pain and Caregiver Support Workshops
• Fairfax Area Commission on Aging
• Upcoming Live and Virtual Medicare 101 Workshops
• Don’t Buy COVID-19 Vaccine Cards or Negative Test Results
• Meaningful Ways to Volunteer and Help Our Community
• Volunteer to Advocate for People with Disabilities
• Find Area Shepherd Centers
• Local Nonprofit Driving Programs
• Community Calendar

• Pickleball is Fun, Friendly and Competitive
• Emergency Health Profile – Tell 9-1-1 the Rest of the Story
• Hunger Action Month
• DIAL for Assistance
• Fairfax Area Commission on Aging
• New Name, Same Great Service
• Upcoming Live and Virtual Medicare 101 Workshops
• National Preparedness Month
• Caregiving Alert Notifications Win Top Honors
• Family Councils are Empowering
• Tried and True Exercises Plus New Game for Fall Prevention 
• Adult Day Health Care Reopens
• Come on In! Fairfax County Senior Centers Reopen on Tuesday, Sept. 7
• Meaningful Ways to Volunteer and Help Our Community
• Find Area Shepherd Centers
• Local Nonprofit Driving Programs
• Volunteerfest Day of Service
• Volunteer at Twin Lakes Golf Course
• Community Calendar

• The Wedding Singer's Magical Moment
• Rental Car Scams
• Hollin Hall Senior Wins Big at Local Festival
• COVID-19 Resources for People with Disabilities
• COVID-19 Related Funeral Assistance from FEMA
• Funeral Planning
• Commission on Aging
• Free Legal Services
• Medicare Virtual Workshops
• Buy Preparedness Items on Virginia's Sales Tax Holiday Weekend
• Caregiver Support
• Volunteer Advocates Needed
• The Unexpected Joy of Caregiving
• Congregate Nutrition Programs Resume Meal Services
• Quench Your Thirst with Homemade Flavored Water
• New and original Classes at Virtual Center for Active Adults
• Meaningful Ways to Volunteer and Help the Community
• Be the Voice for A Vulnerable Child
• Find Area Shepherd Centers
• Local Nonprofit Driving Programs
• Volunteer To Advocate for People with Disabilities
• Community Calendar

• Brenda Klimavicz Shares Her Creative Energies to Benefit Community
• Stuart Hill Stays in Tune with Life by Doing What He Enjoys
• Young Men Continue to Serve Community During Pandemic
• Enroll in the Senior Community Service Employment Program
• Fairfax Commission on Aging 
• Medicare Virtual Workshop
• COVID-19 and Safe Summer Swimming
• Extreme Heat and What You Should Know
• Caregiver Support
• Theft and Loss in Long-Term Care Facilities
• How Do Family Caregivers Manage Distressing Memory Impairments 
• Include Fresh Fruits and Vegetables in July Celebrations
• Getting Enough Daily Fluids
• Having Difficultly Preparing Meals?
• Are You Eligible for SNAP?
• Select Fairfax County Senior Centers Are Now Open
• Be the Voice for a Vulnerable Child
• Find Area Shepherd Centers
• Local Nonprofit Driving Programs
• It's a Go. Senior Olympics Return
• Community Calendar

• Herman "Smitty" Smith Unites Community
• Curious About Juneteenth?
• Two New Scams Involving the Coronavirus Vaccination Card
• Diane Watson: Community Champion Award Winner
• Commission on Aging
• Medicare Virtual Workshops
• Early Voting in the Democratic Primary
• Free Senior Legal Helpline
• Caregiving
• Emergency Preparedness in Long-Term Care Facilities
• New Alzheimer's Website is Designed to Educate Everyone
• Adjusting to Communication and Behavior Changes with Dementia
• Attend the Free Chronic Disease Self-Management Virtual Program
• Need a Little Help to Keep Cool This Summer?
• New TOPS Program Offers Additional Transportation Options
• Application Period for Publicly Owned Housing to Begin June 7
• Activities
• Local Nonprofit Driving Programs
• Find Area Shepherd Centers
• Community Calendar

• May is Older Americans and Adult Abuse Prevention Month
• Hi! Hi! Hey! The Third Army March is Here to Stay
• Jason Kim: Helping Others as a Meditation Practice
• Fairfax Area Commission on Aging
• Mark Your Calendar for Medicare Virtual Workshops
• So You Got Vaccinated, Now What?
• Finding Caregiver Support
• Facility Inspection Reports: Valuable Information for All
• ElderLink Self-Management Programs Are Free
• The Virtual Center for Active Adults Offers Lineup of Teaching Artists
• Learn About Low Vision and Helpful Resources with a Virtual Lecture
• Farmers Markets Are Open for Business
• Striving to Thrive, Not Just Survive
• Find Area Shepherd Centers
• Sports
• Community Calendar

• Fostering Children Never Grows Old
• Virtual Scam Jam 2021 on Friday, April 23
• Raising a Relative’s Child? You Are Not Alone
• Help Shape the Future of Your Community and Neighborhood!
• Working to Reduce the Technology Gap Among Older Adult
• Long-Term Care Facility Discharges – What You Need to Know
• Recognizing Volunteers During an Unprecedented Year
• Be Kind to Those with a Hoarding Disorder – Especially If That Person is Yourself!
• Fairfax Area Commission on Aging
• Medicare Virtual Workshop
• Understand the Dates on Your COVID-19 Vaccination Card
• Finding Caregiver Support
• Surviving Pandemic Anxiety: The Power of Positive Thinking
• The Shepherd Center
• Having Difficulty Preparing Meals?
• Are You Eligible for SNAP?
• Community Calendar

• Sheryl Sims and the Fabric of Her Life—Art Quilting
• Older Adults Choose Foster Parenting: Make a Difference for Youth!
• Tax Scam Artists Are Lurking at this Time of Year
• Older Adults Build Skills and Find Employment During Pandemic
• Rebuilding Together Specializes in Accessibility Modifications
• Kathy Jones and the Best Kept Secret In Fairfax—CERT
• Virtual Disability Mentoring Day
• Finding Caregiver Support
• Resident Councils Are Voices for Quality Assurance
• ElderLink’s Virtual Self-Management Programs Are Free
• Fairfax Area Commission on Aging
• Health Department Reminder on COVID-19 Vaccine
• Are You Prepared for Spring Flood Safety?
• COVID-19 Consumer Scams Video in American Sign Language
• Free Tax Assistance and Tax Counseling Limited Due to COVID
• Tax Relief for Seniors
• ServiceSource Senior Services Launches Technology Grant Program
• Elevate the Affordable Housing Conversation in Fairfax County
• Classes Offered by the Virtual Center for Active Adults Spark Creativity
• Discovering Black Ancestors Through White Slave Owners
• The Shepherd Center
• Community Calendar

• The Gravel and Grit of Olander and Margaret Banks
• The Quest for Researching African American Ancestors
• Bonnie Kern Fairbank Trades Tap Shoes for White Wig
• COVID-19 Vaccine for Older Adults
• Mount Vernon Genealogy Speaker to Discuss Freedman’s Village
• Finding Caregiver Support
• One Size Does Not Fit All
• Virtual Center for Active Adults Working to Fight Isolation
• Fairfax Area Commission on Aging
• Free Virtual 50+ Employment Expo
• Virtual Medicare 101 Presentations
• Romance Scams and IRS Imposter Scams
• Crisis Assistance Program Helps Households with Energy Emergencies
• Give the Gift of Preparedness this Valentine’s Day
• Consumer Protection Week
• Abuse Can Happen to Anyone
• Having Difficulty Preparing Meals?
• Eating Healthy on a Budget
• Are You Eligible for SNAP?
• Healthy Winter Cooking on Channel 16
• Share the Love: Keep a Reading Journal
• Watering New Plantings in Winter
• Acts of Kindness Foster Change
• Community Calendar

• Charting a Course for the New Year with No Regrets
• Social Isolation, Technology and Wellness Identified as Key Issues Facing Older Adults During COVID-19
• What Changes Are Coming to Medicare in 2021?
• Robert N. Keifert: A Life of Taking Care of Those He Loves
• Ombudsman: What is a Compassionate Care Visit? 
• Five Tips for Eating Healthy in the New Year
• New Caring Cards Program Lifts Spirit
• Caregiving Tips and Upcoming ElderLink Programs
• Exercise Supports Emotional and Mental Health
• Start a New Fitness Routine This Winter
• Fairfax County Channel 16 Mature Living Programs
• Give Wisely in COVID Times - Federal Trade Commission Scam Alert
• Silver Shield Team on Staying Safe from Scams
• Sage Advice for Driving in Fog
• For 2021, an Emergency Preparedness Resolution
• Volunteer and Donation Opportunities
• Transportation Options
• Community Calendar

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