This episode, Dina Hofman, M.A. and Kristen Conrad discuss the educational efforts and resources of the Virginia Extension Cooperative, which serves all of Northern Virginia with financial, nutritional, agricultural and other resources. Then, Registered Dietitian Madison Reeder walks you through a green spring dish: a composed couscous
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Page 14 of this week’s Alexandria Gazette highlights the biographies of four extraordinary Alexandrians. We’re humbled by their work in the community and excited to honor them at Senior Services of Alexandria’s 2019 Gala. Read more here: http://connectionarchives.com/PDF/2019/021319/Alexandria.pdf
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Check out page 13 for an article about Senior Services’ February Speaker Series. http://connectionarchives.com/PDF/2019/020619/Alexandria.pdf
Read more →Learn more about the Prevention of Blindness Society of Metropolitan Washington. Guests Caren Forsten and Sandy Neuzil speak about the goals of this charity. Then, Registered Dietitian Madison Reeder walks you through a food demonstration. She’s making chocolate mousse with tofu!
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Check out page 50 of the Zebra below. MaryAnne Beatty, Communication Director for SSA, discusses why Meals on Wheels is a good option for seniors. http://digital.thezebra.org/?issueID=34&pageID=50
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Check out two articles in the most recent Alexandria Gazette packet on Senior Services of Alexandria’s programming. Page 4: Learn more about SSA’s Senior Ambassador Program Page 15: Learn more about SSA’s Meals on Wheels volunteers and their training with the new Mobile Meals app. Click below: http://connectionarchives.com/PDF/2019/013019/Alexandria.pdf
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Friendly Visitor Program Receives $5,000 FROM MEALS ON WHEELS AMERICA AND CAESARS FOUNDATION TO SUPPORT FRIENDLY VISITOR PROGRAM Much-Needed Funding Helps Connect Volunteers with Socially-Isolated Seniors in Alexandria Alexandria, VA January 29, 2019 –SSA’s Friendly Visitor program is proud to announce that it has received
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This month’s Zebra Press featured Senior Services’ first three Speaker Series events of 2019. Click below to read more on page 58 about the January, February, and March events. http://content.thezebra.org/ZebraPressContent/1/1/1/1/1/33/Zebra_Press-January_2019.pdf
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This month’s Senior Living in Alexandria episode features three insightful guests. Dr. Jimmie McClellan, Dean of Liberal Arts at Northern Virginia Community College, discusses lifetime learning and their opportunities for older adults. Then, Madison Reeder brings you a comfort food recipe that’s nutritious too! She’ll guide you
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The December 19th edition of the Alexandria Gazette Packet features Anne Bolan, professional storyteller. She speaks about her profession, the importance of leaving a legacy, and her upcoming event with SSA on January 10th. Click here to read more on page 12.
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