The Aging & Adult Services office also serves as the Area Agency on Aging and provides staff support for the Alexandria Commission on Aging. To contact the office, please call 703.746.5999 or email DAAS@alexandriava.gov.
Listening Session for Aging Services
The Virginia Commonwealth Council on Aging will hold a Listening Session in Alexandria on the Four-Year Plan for Aging Services 2019-2023 on Monday, October 22 from 10 a.m.-noon at City Hall in Council Chambers, 301 King Street.
Please sign up in advance to attend the Listening Session by calling 703.746.5999 or e-mailing DAAS@alexandriava.gov to give the planners an estimate of the number of people who expect to attend.
Alexandria’s Age Friendly Plan for a Livable Community
Read the Alexandria Age Friendly Plan for a Livable Community
Commission on Aging Annual Report
Read the Alexandria Commission on Aging Annual Report to the Alexandria City Council for FY 2018
Highlights
- Medicare Open Enrollment: Oct. 15 - Dec. 7, 2018
Medicare Open Enrollment is the period when you can make changes to your Medicare prescription drug plan, also known as Medicare Part D, or sign up for Medicare Part D. Find out more and do a self check-up.
Review your Medicare Part D Prescription Plan with Medicare Counselors at Burke Library on October 30 from 2-4 p.m. or at Beatley Library on December 1 from 10:30 a.m.-12:30 a.m. To register call 703.746.5999 or email DAAS@alexandriava.gov. - Making a Difference Through Volunteering
The Division of Aging and Adult Services is looking for volunteers to provide Medicare education and support to older Alexandrians. Volunteers will learn and provide information about Medicare, Medicare Supplement (Medigap), Medicaid health insurance, and long-term care insurance. For more information email DAAS@alexandriava.gov or call 703.746.5999. - Silver Service Card
The City of Alexandria, Senior Services of Alexandria and At Home in Alexandria have launched a new program to connect seniors with local businesses. The Silver Service Card, when presented at participating locations, offers discounts to Alexandria seniors ages 60 and older. To pick up your Silver Service Card, visit Senior Services of Alexandria, 700 Princess St., Mezzanine Level, 703.836.4414. You can also visit At Home in Alexandria, 3139 Mount Vernon Ave., 703.231.0824. View a list of participating businesses and their discounts.
See our Directory for Older Adults and Person with Disabilities or call 703.746.5999 to request a copy.
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Employment & Volunteer Opportunities
If you are seeking employment, job training or looking for volunteer opportunities, there are many programs available to help you in your search.
Financial Assistance
Many programs are available to assist those in financial need including rent relief, property tax relief, utility assistance and general relief.
Housing
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In-Home Services
The Homemaker Personal Care Services Program provides in-home assistance for low-income adults over the age of 60 and/or who have severe disabilities that prevent them from performing these tasks themselves.
Insurance
Information to help unravel the complexities of Medicare and Medicaid, as well as resources for individualized insurance counseling.
Information & Referral
Resources for finding information about services and programs available in Alexandria as well as nationwide.
Long Term Care & Assisted Living
Long Term Care Long term care is generally defined as "Medical care received in a nursing facility or in a community setting that is expected to last at least 30 days". Medicare generally does not pay for this type of care.
Nutrition & Health
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Recreation
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Safety, Protection & Legal Services
Are you at risk of physical abuse, financial exploitation or emotional abuse? Have you witnessed any of this? Are you living alone and need help in an emergency? Is your neighborhood safe?
Transportation
Programs are available to help you get to medical appointments, the grocery store and other destinations. Limited group transportation is also available.