Department of Family Services Alert:
Winifred Evans is a Living Legend
Winifred Evans has lived a long and meaningful life, much of it in service to her country and to others. While admired by family, friends, and colleagues, 105-year-old Evans recently achieved wider recognition when she was honored with a Living Legend proclamation from the Military Women’s Memorial. While this designation was bestowed for her years of service with the U.S. Air Force, it has also brought attention to her many other accomplishments, including service with the Peace Corps and Red Cross, authoring several books, and serving as a charter member of the Women in Military Service for America Memorial. Read more.
Help Veterans in Our Community by Becoming a Medical Foster Home Caregiver
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) seeks caregivers to join the Medical Foster Home Program. A Medical Foster Home is a private, residential home that provides veterans an alternative to nursing home care. In a Medical Foster Home, a live-in caregiver provides 24-hour supervision and personal assistance for one to three veterans who require nursing home level of care. The care provided includes medical and mental health care, food preparation, spiritual support, and recreational activities. Read more.
Winter Weather Health and Safety
As leaves fall and temperatures drop, it is a good time to prepare for winter weather storms that can quickly become dangerous. Weather conditions can change multiple times a day, and even a slight change in temperature can determine if you’ll see rain, sleet, or snow. Consider these important health and safety guidelines to prepare for winter weather. Read more.
Let the Library Come to You
Do you, or someone you know, struggle to visit a library or read library books? The Access Services Library, part of the Fairfax County Public Library system and situated at the Government Center, offers two services for residents of Fairfax County who cannot physically visit the library or cannot read a book due to a disability. Read more.
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