Join AARP for one of their two job-focused workshops coming up this fall. Learn more here.
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Alexandria Health Department and the Partnership for a Healthier Alexandria are hosting a community workshop on 10/5 that allows community members to make some real decisions about how we focus our efforts. Learn more here: Meeting Flyer
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Tuesday, September 24 Rain Date: Tuesday, October 1 10 a.m. – Noon Ben Brenman Park 4800 Brenman Park Drive, Alexandria, VA 22304 Register online at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/robust-walkathon-tickets-69022980593 Sponsored by the Successful Aging Committee Community & Human Services/ Aging & Adult Services; Recreation, Parks & Cultural Activities; Senior Services
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Please join us this month at the National Portrait Gallery for Portrait InSight, a program for visitors who are blind or have low vision. These 60-minute, verbally described tours tell stories about the Americans who have shaped the history and culture of this country through the museum’s unique
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Brain, Body and Balance 60+ 6-Week Series Wednesdays, September 11-October 17 12:30-1:30 $72 Description: Move well, age well. A physical and mental workout for active aging. Explore how mobility and stability intersect to allow for effective, efficient, and playful movement to occur. This class will meet the
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New to Medicare Presentation Are you new to Medicare or a caregiver for a Medicare beneficiary? Learn the basics of Medicare coverage and choices. This presentation is given by Medicare counselors from the Division of Aging and Adult Services. When: Sept. 7, 2019 Time: 10:30 a.m.
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Memory Cafe Location:Linda and Lou Mazawey Education and Support Center, 3955 Pender Drive, Suite 100, Fairfax, VA 22030 Description:The Memory Café will be offered on the first and third Wednesday of each month from 4:00 to 6:00 pm. Join us! The café is an opportunity for you
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Stay Independent and Active for Life (SAIL) September 26, 2019; 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Cost: $40.00 Location: Goodwin House Bailey’s Crossroads A Matter of Balance (AMOB) October 21, 2019; 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Cost: $60.00 Location: Fairfax County Government Center, 12000 Government Center Parkway, Fairfax
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City of Alexandria Places Focus on Becoming More Dementia Friendly On Tuesday, July 30, the Alexandria Commission on Aging and Goodwin House Alexandria will co-host a community event to highlight the Dementia Friendly Alexandria initiative, from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m., at Alexandria City Hall (301 King St. 1st
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>> Picture This! Tours for People with Low Vision and Who Are Blind at the National Gallery of Art Picture This tours incorporate vibrant verbal description with information about works of art. July tours will take place on Wednesday, July 24 and Saturday, July 27. Come be
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