Department of Family Services – Older Adults

CONTACT INFORMATION: Monday–Friday 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
703-324-7948 TTY 711
12011 Government Center Parkway, Suite 708
Fairfax, VA 22035
Trina Mayhan-Webb
Director

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

  • 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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