The New York Times’s “Wirecutter” recently about the planning that goes into aging at home. In interviews with five people, ranging in age from 61 to 88, one of the […]
National Village Census Update
The Rutgers University Hub for Aging’s National Census of Villages is looking to better quantify and characterize the value Villages provide older adults across the nation. The DC Villages Collaborative […]
Get Tech Smart This December
The District Office of the Chief Technology Officer wants to help older adults in the District get more tech savvy. The office is offering a series of free, in-person “Tech […]
Your Digital Legacy Plan
When developing or reviewing an estate plan, the usual focus is on assets: property, financial accounts, art, mementos, and so forth. Less commonly considered are digital assets, including social media […]
Celebrating Village Expansion
The expansion of the Village Movement in the Washington, DC, is an important goal for DC Villages — a goal shared by the government of the District of Columbia. This […]
DC Villages Meet with DACL
During the week of July 7th, staff and leadership from the DC Villages Collaborative and the 13 Villages met with the District Department of Aging and Community Living to explore […]
Volunteering Is Good for Your Brain
98% of Village members who volunteer with a Village feel more socially connected.
Village Programs Honored
Dupont Circle Village and Waterfront Village, two members of the DC Villages Collaborative were honored with the 2025 Finishing Strong Award from the Washington Area Villages Exchange. The award recognizes […]
Babysitting and Brain Function
It’s no secret that being around small children can keep you on your toes, but a 2014 study in Australia found a connection between babysitting grandchildren and a grandparent’s cognitive […]