The Wellness Center for Older Adults is a first of its kind center in Fairfax County, offering both virtual and in-person services for older adults and individuals with developmental disabilities. The goal of WCOA is to provide a wealth of programming designed to enhance the physical, mental and emotional health and well-being of older adults and adults with developmental disabilities in Fairfax County. WCOA also serves to foster positive health choices among older adults through individual and group consultations, activities and health education programs. WCOA is operated by the nonprofit ServiceSource Virginia. 

In March 2022, WCOA opened to allow visitors in the 50+ community to visit, pick up a calendar, use the fitness room, complete a craft to take home and talk to community partners available on site. 

The Grand Opening of the WCOA will take place virtually on Thursday, May 19 at 11 a.m.

Members of the community are invited to watch the event live on Channel 1016 (Cox), Channel 16 (Verizon/Comcast) or stream online. 

The Wellness Center for Older Adults is located at 4027B Olley Lane, Fairfax, VA 22032

Hours: Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

 

Programs and Activities

The Wellness Center for Older Adults includes a day program, recreation activities, technology access and assistive technology, support groups, and health screenings for Fairfax County community members. WCOA’s community partners are committed to offering programs, presentations and services to meet the needs of the populations we serve.

Types of Activities:  

• Brain games and cognitive activities
• Exercise and access to fitness room equipment
• Health and wellness education
• Music, dance and art therapy
• Preventative health screenings
• Volunteering in the community

View the WCOA monthly calendar of activities.

 

Program Goals

• Provide access to in-person and virtual therapeutic activities and achievement of therapeutic benefits.
• Facilitate social engagement to develop meaningful social connections and decrease social isolation.
• Empower older adults and adults with disabilities to engage in preventative health screenings, medical and clinical consultations, and education.
• Promote health, prevent injury and manage chronic conditions.
• Support an inclusive environment for participants with disabilities and community members to engage in meaningful activities together.

For more information, email VAWellnessCenter@servicesource.org, call 703-970-3601, or visit https://www.servicesource.org/virginia-wcoa.