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This year’s in-person fair will be a fun and interactive program including: blood pressure screening; a healthy cooking demonstration by Goodwin Living: Tai-Chi, and Exercises with RPCA’s Rodney! Participating Partners: City of Alexandria’s Recreation Department, The View Alexandria, Inova Alexandria Hospital, Society for the Prevention of Blindness, and Woodbine

2025 Annual Gala A Night to Remember: SSA’s 2025 Annual Gala On Saturday, March 29, 2025, Senior Services of Alexandria hosted its Annual Gala at the Westin Alexandria Old Town — and what a night it was! The evening was filled with incredible energy as Alexandria City

Our Weekly newsletter for seniors in Alexandria goes Live! Join us for an in-person presentation, exercise, cooking demonstration, and more! 2025 SSA Connection Live Click here for the flyer! Email events@seniorservicesalex.org or call 703.836.4414 ext. 110 to register!  

Join us for an engaging presentation in partnership with At Home in Alexandria (AHA) to explore practical strategies for supporting seniors as they navigate solo aging, combat social isolation, and prioritize mental health. Gain valuable insights from Steve Gurney of the Positive Aging Community on solo aging

The Alexandria Commission on Aging and the Division of Aging & Adult Services are updating the City’s Age Friendly Strategic Plan. This updated plan will be presented to City Council and, when approved, will guide funds and services for Alexandria’s older adult population.  We want to hear

You are invited to join the Successful Aging Committee at the Lee Center (1108 Jefferson St.) on December 13th from 10:30 to 1! Let’s celebrate the holidays with festive entertainment by the Route 66 Band, a luncheon, door prizes, a surprise guest and tons of fun! RSVP

“Volunteering for Seniors and Engaging Activities in Retirement” took place on November 20th. Many local non-profits were on hand to talk about their volunteer opportunities for older adults looking to make  a difference in the community. Here are the power point presentations: Alexandria Symphony Animal Welfare League

On Wednesday, October 16, Senior Services of Alexandria’s annual Speaker Series “Senior Living in Alexandria”  presented “Smart Aging” – Readying Your Home and Finances. The event took place at 10am at Westminster Presbyterian Church.  Local experts discussed a variety of topics geared to preparing your home for

SSA’s Oktoberfest was on October 9th at Port City Brewing Company. It was an incredible evening filled with delicious food, excellent beer, and a lively community atmosphere. Check out the Zebra photos from our 2024 Oktoberfest celebration on their Facebook page. Check out the SSA photos from

Due to the chance of rain, the Robust Walkathon has been CANCELLED! Group leaders will walk to exercise stations where they will learn how to weave low-intensity exercises into their walks, use environmental objects for exercise, gain balance, strength, agility, flexibility and endurance & meet representatives from