Archive for the Community Category

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

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

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.

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

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

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

>> 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

The City’s Senior Cool Care Program provides fans and, in some cases, room air conditioners to eligible residents of the City of Alexandria.   BE COOL, BE SAFE THIS SUMMER City of Alexandria Senior Cool Care Program     For eligible seniors who need cooling in their