Aging & Adult Services
The Aging & Adult Services office offers supportive home and community services to eligible adults. Intake hours are Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. To contact the office for information or referral, please call 703.746.5999 or email DAAS@alexandriava.gov.
This Division also serves as the Area Agency on Aging and provides staff support for the Alexandria Commission on Aging.
Alexandria’s Age Friendly Plan for a Livable Community
This plan is a blueprint of actions for developing Alexandria’s as accessibility and inclusivity for residents of all ages and abilities. The plan highlights activities in the following domains of livability: (1) social participation and respect and social inclusion (2)
housing (3) transportation (4) communications (5) health and community services and (6) civic participation and employment.
Highlights
- See our Directory for Older Adults and Persons with Disabilities or call 703.746.5999 to request a copy.
- Volunteer for the Northern Virginia Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program
Volunteer advocates are needed in Alexandria to ensure that residents rights are being protected for those living in an Assisted Living Facility or Nursing Facility. For more information call 703.324.5861 or click here. - Cool Care Program 2019
Starting June 1- September 30, 2019, eligible Alexandria seniors who need cooling in their homes can benefit from the City of Alexandria Senior Cool Care Program.
The following guidelines apply:
- You Must Be 60 Years of Age or Older
- Must Meet Income Guidelines
- Must Be a City of Alexandria Resident
- Senior Law Day
The eighth annual Senior Law Day will be Saturday, June 22 at TC Williams High School auditorium, 3330 King Street, Alexandria, from 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Learn how to protect yourself from scams. This free event is sponsored by Senior Services of Alexandria and the Alexandria Bar Association. For more information call 703.836.4414, extension 110 or visit www.seniorservicesalex.org. RSVP here. - New to Medicare Presentations
Are you new to Medicare or a caregiver for a Medicare beneficiary? Learn the basics of Medicare coverage and choices Monday, August 5, 2019, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., 2525 Mount Vernon Avenue, Cyphers Room, Alexandria. To RSVP call 703.756.5999 or email VICAP@ 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, 206 North Washington Street, Suite 301, 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.
Caregiver Resources
If you are caring for a loved one, there are many resources available to help you provide care, gather information and support you as a caregiver.
Monthly editions of our Caregiver Corner Newsletter
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
Information on subsidized housing, home modification programs, homeownership assistance programs and other housing related information.
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
Resources for finding information about services and programs available in Alexandria as well as nationwide.
Recreation
Opportunities to engage in recreation and social activities regardless of your age or ability. .
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.