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Aging Health Topics
For aging baby boomers and more mature citizens, Aging Health Topics is always an area of interest. The state of Arkansas has developed a portal that covers many subjects, including a 'HealthFinder, just for you seniors' that has capability for looking up various topics by meansof an alphabetic index. If you don't quite fit the senior status, the links to the 'Condition Center,' 'Drug Resource Center,' 'Medical Dictionary,' and 'Disease and Condition Guide' are handy resources with pertinent information for all ages. No more excuses-this portal can be used to start your healthier lifestyle today!
Area Agency On Aging Senior Group Projects | 703-324-5407
SERVING FAIRFAX COUNTY, VIRGINIA
The Area Agency on Aging sponsors a volunteer program with special projects for senior groups in residential facilities, senior centers and nursing homes. Seniors participate in projects such as helping with mail-outs, making craft items for hospitals and nursing homes, putting ribbons on cards for Mothers Against Drunk Driving and more.
Cameo Jewels | 703-481-1715
BASED IN NORTHERN VIRGINIA
The Cameo Jewels, the entertaining traveling troupe of Ms. Virginia Senior America, are available to perform for your group. This exclusive group of women who have competed in former pageants have performed at the White House and for Metro Washington area retirement communities, senior centers, veterans hospitals and community events. The troupe highlights the reigning Queen and former Queens, who have showcased at casinos in Las Vegas, Reno, Biloxi and Atlantic City, as well as on cruise ships and on television. The multitalented performers entertain with tap dance, inspirational and spiritual monologues, ballet, song and dance routines and audience participation. No fee is charged, but donations are welcome and can be made payable to Ms. Virginia Senior America Pageant. To book the Cameo Jewels for your special event, contact: Pinky O'Neil, 703-481-1715.
Connect-A-Ride | 703-323-6494
SERVING ARLINGTON / FAIRFAX COUNTY, VIRGINIA
The Jewish Council for the Aging offers free transportation for seniors in Arlington and Fairfax counties through the Connect-A-Ride program. JCA works with local providers, county governments and the business community to match seniors with available transportation.
County Senior Centers | 703-324-5528
Fairfax County residents age 55 and older may join any of the many county senior centers in the area. Admission is free and a wide variety of programs (free and low-cost) are available. A hot lunch may be purchased for a nominal cost at most centers with a reservation one day in advance. Transportation is available to some centers. Centers include: Bailey's, Devonshire, Falls Church, Groveton, Gum Springs, Hollin Hall, Lewinsville, Lincolnia, Little River Glen, Lorton, Pimmit Hills, Reston-Hernon, Springfield, Sully and Wakefield.
D.C. Area Pension Assistance Initiative | 202-254-7013
BASED IN WASHINGTON, D.C.
Washington-area residents with questions and problems about pensions can get help through the D.C. Area Pension Assistance Initiative. Advisers from the Washington office of the U.S. Dept. of Labor's Pension and Welfare Benefits Administration will respond to inquiries and provide referrals to lawyers and actuaries, private organizations and other government agencies. Call for details.
Elder Crafters of Alexandria | 703-683-4338
BASED IN ALEXANDRIA, VIRGINIA
Elder Crafters of Alexandria provides a not-for-profit shop for the marketing of hand-crafted articles made by women and men age 55 and older. Items include quilts, pottery, jewelry, children's clothing, artwork, baskets, toys and dolls, infant gifts, sweaters and scarves, wooden boxes, needlework and more. New crafters can bring in their handiwork for evaluation by a selection committee. For more information call or go online.
Fairfax Area Agency On Aging | 703-324-5411
SERVING FAIRFAX COUNTY, VIRGINIA
The Fairfax Area Agency on Aging offers a fully operational Web site offering a wide variety of information of interest to seniors. Topics available on the site include Area Agency on Aging programs, adult protective services, care network for seniors, employment services, Fairfax Area Commission on Aging information, senior center information, frequently called numbers, home care, Pets on Wheels, regional programs, volunteer opportunities and more. For more information call or go online.
Fairfax County Animal Shelter Pets For Seniors | Phone Number
BASED IN FAIRFAX COUNTY, VIRGINIA
Owning a pet has been proven to lower blood pressure and reduce stress. The Fairfax County Animal Shelter has a pet adoption program for senior citizens, with adoption fees and fees for start-up veterinary care (including sterilization, health tests and preventive medication and vaccinations) waived.
Golden Gazette | 703-324-5411
The Golden Gazette is a monthly publication dedicated to informing and serving people age 60 and older in the county and cities of Fairfax and Falls Church. It contains a calendar of events for area senior centers, information on programs of interest to seniors and much more. The publication is available at public libraries, senior centers and by subscription (donations accepted). Call to subscribe.
GraceFul Care's Seniors Helping Seniors | 703-904-3994
GraceFul Care's "Senior Helping Seniors" program offers part-time jobs to senior citizens in the areas of providing companionship in the home, providing transportation, running errands and preparing meals. GraceFul Care offers flexible schedules, extra income and the satisfaction of knowing you've helped someone.
Grandfathers Group | 703-549-1607
You can make a difference in the life of an African-American boy, age 6-10, whose father is not available for support through the Grandfathers Group. The project recruits and trains African-American men to serve for a minimum of one year as a "grandfather" mentor, to offer their life experiences, knowledge, instinct and abilities to their young charges.
Jewish Council for the Aging of Greater Washington, D.C. | 703-425-0999
The Jewish Council for the Aging of Greater Washington, D.C., (JCA) nurtures the positive side of aging. The organization serves older men and women of all faiths and from all walks of life. Since its founding in 1973, the Jewish Council for the Aging has had a single and enduring mission: to help older people remain in the homes of their choice and in life's mainstream as long and as independently as possible. Now, as then, the organization develops and runs programs that ensure dignity, self-determination and independent lifestyles for Jewish elders and others in the Greater Washington community.
Learning In Retirement | 703-503-3384
BASED IN RESTON/FAIRFAX, VIRGINIA
The Learning in Retirement Institute at George Mason University, an adult learning center affiliated with the Elderhostel Institute Network, has a site at Washington Baptist Plaza Church in Reston and GMU's Tallwood campus in Fairfax. LRI offers daytime courses, lectures and special events for seniors. Call for a catalog and application.
Legal Services Of Northern Virginia | 703-532-3733
BASED IN FALLS CHURCH, VIRGINIA
Legal Services of Northern Virginia offers a free program to draft and execute basic documents for eligible senior citizens. The documents include wills, general durable powers of attorney, medical powers of attorney and living wills. You must 60 or older and meet income requirements. The program is held once a month. Call for an appointment.
Miracle On Wheels | 800-749-8778
Miracle on Wheels makes available 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 or visit the Web site for more information.
Ms. Virginia Senior America Pageant | 703-481-1715
BASED IN RESTON, VIRGINIA
The Ms. Senior America Pageant is the world's first and foremost pageant to emphasize and give honor to women who have reached the "age of elegance". It is a search for the gracious lady who best exemplifies the dignity, maturity and inner beauty of all senior Americans 60 years and older.
National Osteoporosis Foundation | Washington, DC | 202-223-2226
Established in 1984, the National Osteoporosis Foundation is the nation’s leading voluntary health organization solely dedicated to osteoporosis and bone health. NOF’s vision is to make bone health a reality and a lifelong priority for all individuals. NOF’s mission is to prevent osteoporosis, to promote lifelong bone health, to help improve the lives of those affected by osteoporosis and related fractures, and to find a cure. NOF achieves its mission through programs of awareness, public and health professional education, advocacy and research.
Northern Virginia Senior Environmental Corps | 703-549-1607
The Northern Virginia Senior Environment Corps is looking for volunteers age 55 and older who are interested in making a difference in their community. The SEC is a statewide program designed to study and protect the environment. Members have already been involved in a variety of environmental projects including a riparian buffer project, watershed and water source protection, wildlife mapping and a garden project. You can volunteer once a week, once a month or at a schedule that best suits your time.
Northern Virginia Senior Olympics
Senior adults are offered the opportunity for competition and fellowship through various athletic, recreational and social events. We promote health, fitness and psychological well-being of senior adults by offering the opportunity for participation and achievement. While making the public aware of the capabilities existing in our senior population we also promote awareness among the seniors of the available recreation facilities in Northern Virginia. Please help us to spread the word and we hope to see you in September!
Retired & Senior Volunteer Program | 703-549-1607
BASED IN ALEXANDRIA, VIRGINIA
Make a difference in your community! The Retired & Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) matches volunteers age 55 and older with non-profit organizations that need their talents. Volunteer once a week, once a month or sporadically based on your interests. RSVP enrollment is free, and offers volunteers helping matching skills and desires to community needs, free accident and supplemental personal and auto liability insurance while volunteering or en route, partial travel reimbursement, monthly social and cultural offerings and a quarterly newsletter.
Salvation Army Seniors Program | 703-385-8700
BASED IN FAIRFAX COUNTY, VIRGINIA
The Salvation Army sponsors bingo, socials and a devotional group for seniors 9 a.m.-noon every Monday and Wednesday. Call for additional Information.
Senior Academy | 703-476-4500
BASED IN RESTON, VIRGINIA
The Senior Academy in the Reston Community Center offers a wide variety of classes-including computer courses; programs, including movies and current events; and other activities for seniors. Call for program information and costs.
Senior Employment Resources | Annandale, VA | 703-750-1936
BASED IN ANNANDALE, VIRGINIA
Senior Employment Resources, a private, non-profit organization, matches seniors age 50 and older with a host of full-time and part-time jobs throughout the Washington area. "We have more jobs than people right now," says Sue Allan, executive director. "I have about 200 unfilled positions." SER's placement service is free for the first three months. It also offers a resume service for $10, as well as training in basic computer skills. Since 1983, it has placed 7,700 seniors and full- and part-time positions.
Senior Navigator.com
SeniorNavigator is a non-profit organization providing free information about the health and aging resources available to Virginians. The information focuses on senior related issues such as health and aging, financial concerns, legal questions, health facilities, assisted living and housing, exercise programs, support groups and more. The information is organized on this website, and allows you to search using your ZIP code to identify the resources available in your community. In addition to the website, SeniorNavigator works with a volunteer network that brings the information on the website to our friends and neighbors without computers or Internet access.
Tax Relief | 703-222-8234
SERVING FAIRFAX COUNTY, VIRGINIA
Fairfax County provides real estate tax, personal property tax and decal fee relief to residents who are either 65 or older or permanently and totally disabled. The county also offers rental grants to eligible seniors and those with disabilities. Seniors and those will permanent disabilities who own and occupy their residence in the county as of Dec. 31 of the preceding year may qualify for tax relief if they meet certain income and financial worth qualifications. For more information or an application, call 703-222-8234, TTY 703-222-7594.
VICAP Counseling | 703-324-5851
BASED IN NORTHERN, VIRGINIA
Ever feel confused by Medicare claims or decisions about buying supplemental insurance or a long-term care insurance policy? Volunteer counselors in the Virginia Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Project (VICAP) are available to help with health insurance problems. VICAP is a free health insurance counseling program for those over 60. Call for an appointment with a counselor or more information.
Virginia Christian Singles | 800-869-2500
Virginia Christian Singles is a sub-chapter of The Christian Singles Info-exchange (CSI), a non-profit organization. The largest and most successful Christian singles organization in the United States, CSI is a member-operated information system, designed to help compatible marriage-minded singles find each other. Call or go online and click on "Virginia" for more information.
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