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The City of Alexandria encourages residents to safely dispose of prescription and over-the-counter medications, including those prescribed by veterinarians, during National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day. A special collection will take place on January 25, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., although medications may also be taken year-round

The purpose of the Silver Health and Wellness Expo is to express our appreciation to the City of Alexandria’s seniors (55+) by exposing them to local health and wellness opportunities tailored specifically for them in their community. Participants will be able to engage in group exercise classes

Learn About OrCam and Apps That “See” For You Friday, December 20 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Charles E. Beatley Jr. Library 5005 Duke Street, Alexandria, Va. Learn about OrCam, an artificial vision device that allows those with vision impairments to understand text and identify objects through

The open enrollment period for Medicaid expansion ends Dec. 31, 2019. To qualify for the new health coverage, individuals must: Be a Virginia resident, ages 19-64 Not already in or eligible for Medicare Meet income requirements, which vary by household size Childless adults may now be eligible

Scams and Older Consumers: Looking at the Data The FTC recently sent a report to Congress called Protecting Older Consumers 2018-2019. The report suggests steps to take to help protect older consumers from fraud. But the evidence also shows a thing or two everyone else can learn

SOCK-IT-TO ME DONATION DRIVE Warm hearts help cold feet. A new pair of socks for someone in need can help prevent hypothermia and pneumonia. One pair of socks. The Church of St. Clement (1701 N. Quaker Lane) in Alexandria is conducting our 5th annual NEW socks donation

The 6th Annual Alexandria Gratitude Table A free Thanksgiving meal for anyone who wants a place to go. November 28th, 2019 11am-1pm Meade Memorial Episcopal Church 322 N Alfred St, Alexandria, VA 22314  

The Alexandria Successful Aging Committee Presents the Annual Holiday Luncheon For Seniors Friday, December 6 10:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. Lee Center Exhibit Hall 1108 Jefferson Street Festive Entertainment by Route 66 Band And Lindsay & Linda Hemphill Luncheon, Door Prizes, Surprise Guest, FUN!! For more information,

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