Alzheimer's Association
The Alzheimer's Association Caregiver Support Groups allow families to meet other caregivers to share experiences and caregiving tips while developing coping skills. Caregivers and family members are invited to visit these free programs, which are facilitated by trained group leaders. A support group meets at 10 a.m. the first and third Friday of the month at the Mount Vernon Adult Day Care Program (8850 Richmond Hwy., Alexandria); and at 7 p.m. on the second Wednesday of each month at the Neighborhood Resource Center (1086 Elden St., Herndon). Call (866) 259-0042 for other locations and schedules, as well as a listing of other programs and services available through the association.

American Cancer Society | 1-800-ACS-2345
The American Cancer Society is the nationwide community- based voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem by preventing cancer, saving lives, and diminishing suffering from cancer, through research, education, advocacy, and service. In the United States, you can call us anytime at 1-800-ACS-2345.

Arthritis Foundation
The Arthritis Foundation sponsors fibromyalgia/arthritis support groups and programs throughout the Washington area. A support group meets at 12:30 p.m. on the second Tuesday of each month at the Sherwood Library (2501 Sherwood Hall Ln., Alexandria). For more information, call (202) 537-6800, ext. 3026.

Asthma & Allergy Foundation of America
The Asthma & Allergy Foundation of America has a goal of assisting asthma and allergy sufferings in successfully managing and controlling their disease through the support of education, referrals and research. More than 20 percent of Americans suffer from some form of allergic disease, and asthma is the most prevalent chronic, incurable condition affecting children, according to AAFA. Asthma is the leading cause of childhood emergency room visits, and for adults, nine million workdays are lost each year because of asthma. For membership or other information, call (800) 727-9333.

Eli Lilly & Co.
Eli Lilly & Co. offers a drug discount card to aid low-income Medicare recipients with the rising cost of drugs. The LillyAnswers Card allows eligible individuals to obtain a 30-day supply of certain Eli Lilly retail drugs for $12. Medicare recipients who meet certain income requirements are eligible for the program. To apply, call (877) 795-4559.

Eye Care America
EyeCare America's mission is to reduce avoidable blindness and severe visual impairment by raising awareness, educating and facilitating eye care for the public. Since its founding in 1980, EyeCare America has helped over 650,000 medically underserved and financially disadvantaged people receive eye care, at no out of pocket expense , through its public service programs.

Fairfax Area Agency on Aging
The Fairfax Area Agency on Aging's Web site includes Area Agency on Aging programs, adult protective services, care network for seniors, employment services, Fairfax Area Commission on Aging information, frequently called numbers for services for older adults, home care, Pets on Wheels, regional programs, senior center information and volunteer opportunities and services. Call (703) 324-5411 for more information.

Fairfax County Health Dept. Flu Vaccines
During the flu season, Fairfax County Health Dept. offices offer flu and pneumococcal vaccines for adults age 65 and older and children or adults with chronic cardiovascular and pulmonary disorders. Children under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian and have a written physician's order for either vaccine. The vaccine will reduce a person's chances of getting the flu or lessen its severity if infection does occur. Protection begins about two weeks after receiving the vaccine. Medicare Part B (non-HMO) will be accepted; Medicaid will be accepted only for those with chronic illness. For the Falls Church office, call (703) 534-8343; Herndon-Reston, (703) 481-4242; Mount Vernon, (703) 704-5203; Springfield, (703) 569-1031; and Joseph Willard in Fairfax, (703) 246-7100.

Fairfax Relay for Life
The American Cancer Society's Relay For Life is a Community Celebration of Life, dedicated to current and former cancer patients, their families and friends. Relay For Life raises funds to fight cancer while raising awareness about cancer prevention and the programs and services offered by the American Cancer Society. During the event, a festival atmosphere is created by team members camping out, enjoying music, food, games, entertainment, friendly competition and camaraderie! To participate or volunteer, visit our website www.fairfaxrelay.org.

Haven of Northern Virginia
Haven of Northern Virginia at 4606 Ravensworth Road in Annandale, VA is for anyone experiencing grief due to the death of a loved-one, or for anyone trying to cope with a serious illness or an impending death, and for their families and friends. For 25 years Haven has helped individuals work through their grief by offering comfort and support and by sharing insights, resources and techniques that encourage recovery and healing. Haven's services are completely confidential free of charge. Haven can be reached at 703-941-7000.

Hospices of the National Capital Region, The
The Hospices of the National Capital Region, a nationally-recognized leader in hospice care, provides expert comfort and care to individuals and families facing loss and the end of life, regardless of the nature of their illness, lack of a caregiver, or the inability to pay for their care. The largest family of hospices in the region, consisting of Hospice of Northern Virginia, Hospice of Prince George's County and Hospice Care of DC, is a non-profit organization based in Fairfax, VA.

In Home Rx Program
The In Home Rx Program offers albuterol medications and nebulizers to patients with asthma, emphysema or COPD at no cost if they qualify. For more information, call (800) 344-5764.
NVCC Dental Hygiene Clinic

Life with Cancer
Inova® Health System's Life with Cancer aims to enhance the quality of life of those affected by cancer by providing education, information and support. Anyone in cancer treatment or remission-or their family members or friends-may attend the free classes that are offered. For further information or to sign up for the monthly mailed calendar, call 703-698-2841 or visit www.lifewithcancer.org , where online registration is available for many classes by visiting the "Monthly Calendar" page of the website.

Miracle On Wheels
Miracle on Wheels offers power (electric) wheelchairs to non-ambulatory seniors age 65 and older, usually at no out-of-pocket expense if they qualify. The electric wheelchairs are provided to those who cannot walk and cannot self-propel a manual wheelchair. The service also may be available to the permanently disabled of any age. Call (800) 749-8778 for more information.

Narconon
Are drugs affecting your family or a friend? Narconon provides answers to drug addiction, with free assessment, evaluation and referral services to internationally recognized alternative and traditional treatment facilities. The non-profit organization uses a national directory of certified treatment programs developed by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to make referrals. For more information, call (800) 468-6933.

National Kidney Foundation
More than 80,000 men, women and children in the United States wait for organ or tissue transplant every day. Sadly, only one of out three of these patients will ever receive a transplant, due to the critical shortage of organ donors. The National Kidney Foundation of the National Capital Area asks all Americans to get the facts about organ and tissue donation and sign a Uniform Donor Card. The Washington are has the highest prevalence of kidney disease in the nation, with 4,800 patients on dialysis and 1,600 awaiting kidney transplants. For more information on organ donation or kidney disease, or to receive a free organ donor kit, including a donor card and green ribbon pin, contact the National Kidney Foundation at (202) 244-7900.

National Osteoporosis Foundation, The
The National Osteoporosis Foundation (NOF) is the leading nonprofit, voluntary health organization dedicated to promoting lifelong bone health in order to reduce the widespread prevalence of osteoporosis and associated fractures, while working to find a cure for the disease through programs of research, education and advocacy. Based in Washington, D.C. Contact us at 202-223-2226.

Northern Virginia Community College Dental Hygiene
Northern Virginia Community College provides a convenient, low-cost Dental Hygiene Clinic (Room 109 of the CT Bldg. at NVCC's Annandale Campus, 8333 Little River Tpke., Annandale) operated by carefully supervised students. For an annual fee of $25 for adults and $10 for children under 16, you can receive a year's worth of routine preventive dental hygiene services, including: examination of teeth and gums; scaling and polishing; home care instruction; fluoride applications; diagnostic radiographs; blood pressure screening; oral cancer screening; sealants; nutritional counseling; and periodontal screening. Anyone may use the clinic. There are no income restrictions. Call (703) 323-3349 for more information.

People Living with Cancer
People Living With Cancer, the patient information website of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO), provides oncologist-approved information on more than 50 types of cancer and their treatments, clinical trials, coping, and side effects. Additional resources include a "Find an Oncologist" database, live chats, message boards, a drug database, and links to patient support organizations.

Women's Center, The | Vienna, Virginia
The Women's Center in Vienna offers a wide variety of workshops including health- and safety-related topics. Call (703) 281-2657 for more information.

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