Events
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Are You Ready for an Emergency?
Virtual Community ConversationJoin the District of Columbia's Health Emergency Preparedness and Response Administration for our community conversation. The Health Emergency Preparedness and Response Administration of the DC Department of Health offers services to assist individuals in preparing for various types of natural and human-made hazards. Public health threats are ever-present, and the effects of these threats can […]
COVID, Flu & RSV: What You Need to Know
Virtual Community ConversationJoin Kimberly M. Coleman, PhD, MPH, MCHES, CPH, for a community conversation about respiratory viruses, their risks, and how to prevent their spread. Dr. Coleman is health equity program manager for the Immunization Division of the District of Columbia's Health Care Access Bureau/Community Health Administration (CHA). She will discuss DC Health vaccine recommendations, where you can receive […]
DC Villages Kick-Off Celebration
Georgetown Village 1801 34th St NW, Washington, DC, United StatesWe’re celebrating the launch of DC Villages with a kick-off event that will bring together members, volunteers, and ambassadors from Village communities across the District. Join us on Saturday, September […]
Brain Health: What You Need to Know
Virtual Community ConversationDC Health’s Brain Health Initiative will provide an overview of Alzheimer’s Disease and related dementias, including types of dementia, risk factors, preventative care, and ways to connect to resources for […]
Managing Election Stress
Virtual Community ConversationWe are in trying times with many of us feeling overwhelmed with worry about the election. Join us for a discussion of what can help manage your election stress and offer mutual support. Michelle McGrath, clinical social worker with Seabury Care Management will review how our thoughts, emotions and feelings are impacted by stressful events […]
Get Informed About Medicare Enrollment
Virtual Community ConversationLegal Counsel for the Elderly’s Senior Medicare Patrol program will discuss the current Medicare Fall Open Enrollment period and help you understand what you need to do!
Long-Term Care Planning: What You Need to Know
Virtual Community ConversationLong-term care/assistance is a need that many families must consider when facing a variety of chronic health or cognitive illnesses. Understanding the challenges, costs, and ways to plan for LTC is important to help navigate this stressful time. This informational session will look at the spectrum of available LTC services; their challenges, costs, and funding […]
“Who Cares: the Caregiver Interview Project.”
Universalist National Memorial Church 1810 16th Street NW, Washington, DC, United States“Who Cares: The Caregiver Interview Project” is a new play focusing on the experiences and lives of people providing care and support to loved ones dealing with memory loss. Based […]
Film Screening: Wine, Women & Dementia
Ingleside at Rock Creek 3050 Military Road NW, Washington, DC, United StatesJoin us for a free screening of the film, “Wine, Women & Dementia” about a cross-country RV trip to meet family caregivers for loved ones with dementia. Following the movie, […]
Saving Claire Film Screening & Expert Panel
Virtual EventMarymount University Center for Optimal Aging, in partnership with Safe at Home, is hosting an online screening of “Saving Claire” followed by an expert panel discussion on April 29, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. “Saving Claire” explores the complex nature of aging, how people resist change, & all the relatable patterns that increase fall risk. […]
Staying Safe at Home: Fall Prevention & Recovery
Virtual Community ConversationAs we head into Fall Prevention Awareness Week, join Elexa Waugh-Quasebarth from Safe at Home – Home Care Partners to learn about fall prevention and recovery.
DC Silver Pride
The Eaton Hotel 1201 K St NW, Washington, DC, United StatesAs DC proudly hosts World Pride, Silver Pride stands as a tribute to older LGBTQ+ adults—the pioneers of progress, resilience, and change. This generation lived through Stonewall, the AIDS epidemic, […]
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