Essential Resources for Individuals and Families:
November 13, 2025- Here are highlights of new and existing resources to support individuals and families. We encourage residents, faith-based, and nonprofit organizations to share these resources with their neighbors and networks.
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Supporting Alexandrians During the Federal Government Shutdown
The City of Alexandria is committed to ensuring residents have the resources and support they need during the federal government shutdown. From federal employees and contractors to local business owners, many are feeling the impact. The City’s website provides quick access to programs and services offering food, financial, and housing assistance, along with mental health and employment resources to help individuals and families stay supported.
TRAININGS AND EVENTS
Tuesday, November 18, 10 a.m.
Older Adults
Medicare Open Enrollment Events for Residents of City of Alexandria
Medicare open enrollment is now through December 7. This is your once-a-year opportunity to review, change, or renew your Medicare coverage. State-certified counselors from Alexandria’s Virginia Insurance Counseling and Assistance Program (VICAP) are providing several events starting November 3 at the Charles Houston Recreation Center.
Throughout November residents may also schedule individual sessions by appointment to review your coverage and make any necessary changes.
Relax & Recharge: For The Mind via AlexVA.trualta.com
Alexandria’s Division of Aging and Adult Services offers a free online learning platform for caregivers, called Trualta. Once registered you will have unlimited access to explore webinars, support groups and other live events to learn and connect.
Relax & Recharge lets your busy mind finally take a break. When your thoughts won’t turn off and everything feels like too much, this space offers a gentle reset. Guided stillness and easy breathing help quiet the noise and bring you back to a place of calm. There’s nothing to perform or perfect—just come as you are, close your eyes, and let your nervous system rest. Cameras and microphones are off to allow you to fully relax and recharge.
Event Details:
Date: November 18
Location: Virtually via Trualta (please sign up first then register)
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Balanced for Life: Fall Prevention
Senior Services of Alexandria invites you to learn practical strategies from local experts in health, wellness, and home safety to help you stay balanced, confident, and independent. Topics include understanding fall risk factors, accessing community resources, and making your home safer. RSVP by emailing events@seniorservicesalex.org or call 703.836.4414 extension 110.
Event Details:
Date: November 20
Location: Beth El Hebrew Congregation
3830 Seminary Road
Time: 10 a.m.
Helping Hearts Dance
Alexandria’s Adult Day Services Center and Helping Hearts Through the Arts invites you to a joyful experience filled with music and an uplifting dance performance. RSVP by emailing Jackie.McCord@alexandriava.gov or call 703.746.5672 by November 17.
Event Details:
Date: November 20
Location: Lee Center Kauffman Auditorium
1108 Jefferson Street
Time: 11 a.m.
Annual Caregiver’s Conference: Putting the Pieces Together in Dementia Caregiving
Northern Virginia Dementia Care Consortium Members invites caregivers to its 39th annual conference featuring presentations from experts on caregiving, aging and dementia. Participants will also walk away with useful tips, tools, local resources and connections with fellow caregivers. For more information about the conference or to request accommodation for any type of disability call 703.489.3000.
Event Details:
Date: November 22
Location: Fairfax County Government Center
12000 Government Center Parkway, Fairfax
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
VIRTUAL: Commission on Aging Outreach Committee
Thursday, November 20, 11:30 a.m.
For a list of all behavioral health and human service boards and commissions, visit alexandriava.gov/DCHS
For more upcoming events please visit: Events & Public Meetings | Calendar | City of Alexandria, VA
Recipe for Success: A Wellfed Event Series
Saturday, November 22
9 a.m. Check-in
Alexandria Workforce Development Center
4850 Mark Center Dr.
JOBS, WORKSHOPS AND SKILLS TRAINING
Transitioning Out of Federal Government- For federal employees affected by layoffs, the Alexandria Workforce Development Center (WDC) has resources to support you including workshops, hiring fairs, and specialized programs to assist job seekers. Visit alexandriava.gov/go/6627 to access a growing library of resources such as job listings, resume tips, and guidance on benefits applications. Updated weekly with relevant information.
Featured Jobs- Compiled and released by the Workforce Development Center. Follow WDC on Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn for the latest or visit the WDC’s job board for a complete list of job opportunities. Free WDC Job Readiness Services- See job readiness and career development workshops — including interviewing skills, navigating the virtual job fair, transferable skills, one-on-one job coaching, networking and more — and over 5,000 SkillUp online skills training courses. Select WDC workshops are also available in Spanish.
Personal Finance and Career Building Classes- DCHS hosts a series of personal finance and career building classes. All classes are free, held virtually on Wednesdays from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. and are meant to help participants improve their financial life, manage budgets, improve income stability, advance monetary education, and reduce and eliminate debts. Space is limited and advanced registration is required. To register, call 703.746.5700 or email brandon.hare@alexandriava.gov. View and download a printable flyer to learn more about upcoming sessions. Two sessions are left in October!
HOUSING
Housing and Eviction Prevention Assistance - For information on the resources, programs, and services provided by the City of Alexandria Office of Housing, please visit alexandriava.gov/Housing. Access eviction prevention assistance through the Office of Housing and DCHS. Learn more.
FOOD ASSISTANCE
The Senior Farmers' Market Nutrition Program offers one $50.00 benefit card to eligible City of Alexandria residents aged 60 or greater to use for locally grown fruits, vegetables and herbs at approved farmers’ markets.
Must be a City of Alexandria resident 60 years of age or more with a monthly income less than $2,413 for one person or $3,261 for two people. Apply online. Applications will not be available on-site at the markets. Apply in-person at Alexandria's Division of Aging and Adult Services (4850 Mark Center Drive, 9th Floor) 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. or print and mail an application to the Division of Aging and Adult Services. For more information visit alexandriava.gov/Aging, FarmMarketFresh.org, or call 703.746.5999.
ALIVE! Food Hubs offer free food, personal items, cleaning supplies, school supplies, and referrals to other services. ALIVE! Food Hubs are for City of Alexandria residents. Proof of Alexandria residency may be requested. See the schedule and a list of locations. ALIVE! services also include Alexandria Eviction Prevention Partnership, ALIVE! House, Family Assistance, Furniture, and Housewares. Learn more.
Home Delivery Program - ALIVE! delivers food Monday-Friday afternoons to the doorsteps of those who are unable to attend emergency food distributions. Home deliveries are available to seniors, individuals with disabilities, and single parents with very young children. Clients may receive once-monthly groceries: 3-5 days of shelf-stable food, meat, milk, fresh bread, eggs, and produce. To receive home delivery, you must be referred by DCHS at 703.746.5700, an ALIVE! member congregation, or another social service agency. For more information on home delivery, complete the Contact Us online form or call 703.549.3692. For more information about a variety of food assistance programs, visit the DCHS Food Directory.
Using SNAP/EBT at Alexandria Farmers’ Markets -Alexandria’s participating farmers’ markets accept SNAP/EBT, making it easier for residents to access fresh, local produce. This initiative helps increase access to healthy food while supporting local farmers.
Old Town Farmers’ Market (301 King St.) Hours: Saturdays, 7 a.m.-12 p.m. (Year-round, rain or shine) SNAP/EBT accepted
Old Town North Farmers’ Market (901 N. Royal St.) Hours: Sundays, 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. SNAP/EBT accepted
The Market at Southern Towers (5067 Seminary Rd.) Hours: Saturdays & Sundays, 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. SNAP/EBT accepted
TRANSPORTATION
Reduced Transit Fare via "Metro Lift" - Metro offers reduced fares to assist low-income customers via the 'Metro Lift' program. Customers in DC, Maryland and Virginia who qualify for the US Department of Agriculture's Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP) are eligible to enroll. Customers enrolled in Metro Lift will receive a 50 percent discount for any trip on Metrorail and Metrobus. Online enrollment and appointment scheduling are available at the WMATA website.
Senior Taxi Yellow Card Program - The City offers a Senior Taxi Yellow Card Program which is operated in partnership with Yellow Cab of Alexandria, Inc. This program is available to individuals aged 60 or older who live in the City of Alexandria and whose annual gross household income meets requirements. Seniors can apply for the Senior Taxi Discount program by calling 703.746.5999.
For more information, visit the Transportation webpage.
CRISIS LINES
Need Help in a Crisis? Call 24 Hours a Day
Adult Protective Services | 703.746.5778 or APS State Hotline | 1.888.832.3858 after 4:30 p.m.
Child Protective Services | 703.746.5800 or State 1.800.552.7096
Substance Use Disorder Residential Treatment | 703.746.3636
Domestic Violence | 703.746.4911
Emergency Mental Health Services | 703.746.3401 | Call or text “CONNECT” to 988
Sexual Assault | 703.683.7273
Additional Resources
See Suicide Prevention Resources
Prevent or Reverse an Opioid Overdose with Naloxone (Narcan)