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Will aging seniors be forced out of Alexandria? What is the future of memory care, and how will a growing population of people with dementia live in the city? What are the challenges and opportunities for aging in place in Alexandria? These are some of the questions

End of Life Considerations November 20, 2019 As the end of life approaches, it is a difficult time to deal with the emotions, while still coordinating care for a loved one. Come learn about the various aspects and benefits of palliative care and hospice. This program is

Understanding & Caring for a Person with Dementia November 20, 2019This class will discuss the different types of dementia, common behaviors, reasons for troubling behaviors, and corresponding strategies to help you communicate more effectively.Lindsey Vajpeyi, Director of Education and Outreach will be presenting this program at St. Mark’s

Medicare Open Enrollment Medicare Open Enrollment is the period when Medicare beneficiaries can make changes to your Medicare Insurance Benefits. Medicare Counselors from the Division of Aging and Adult Services, and Virginia Insurance Counseling and Assistance Program (VICAP) can help. You may request assistance by phone at

THE CHANGING FACE OF POLITICS: A P P R O A C H I N G 2 0 2 0 FREE LECTURE Saturday, November 16th DR. SAM POTOLICCHIO GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY America’s founding political commitments were to democracy and the rule of law. Some have described them as

Whole Foods Market selected Meals on Wheels as the beneficiary of its Community Giving Day on Thursday, October 17. Thank you to all the benevolent shoppers who stopped by our local store that day and helped boost 5% of the store’s net sales. Whole Foods will contribute

It’s not too late to register at https://nvdcc2019.eventbrite.com.   33rd  Annual Caregiver’s Conference The Art of Friendship in Caregiving   Monday, November 11, 2019 Korean Central Presbyterian Church, 15451 Lee Highway, Centreville, VA  20121       Featured Speakers:  David Troxel, co-author of “The Best Friends Approach

Join AARP for one of their two job-focused workshops coming up this fall. Learn more here.

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