Aging & Adult Services

The Aging and Adult Services Division serves older adults and adults with disabilities with special emphasis given to those who have a low income and are most at risk of being institutionalized. We also serve as the Area Agency on Aging and provide support for the Alexandria Commission on Aging.
Page updated on November 15, 2024 at 4:43 PM
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Aging & Adult Services Description

Aging & Adult Services offers supportive home and community services to eligible adults. Speak with a Certified Information and Referral Specialist Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. Please leave a message or send an email. Please DO NOT EMAIL ADULT PROTECTIVE SERVICES REPORTS. We also serve as the Area Agency on Aging and provide support for the Alexandria Commission on Aging.

Highlights

Medicare Open Enrollement

Medicare Open Enrollment Oct.15 to Dec.7

City of Alexandria residents have options to get free, unbiased, and confidential assistance from our VICAP Office.

  1. In-person: Oct. 17 - Nov. 22 at recreation centers 
  2. Print, complete, and mail VICAP Assistance Request Form
  3. Schedule an appointment, by emailing: VICAP@alexandriava.gov
  4. Phone: 703.746.5712

Caregiver Resources

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Adult Day Services Center (ADSC)

ADSC provides a complete week-day care program for adults 55 years and older who may need assistance and who may not want or cannot stay at home alone during the day.

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Additional Caregiver Resources

Information about DCHS caregiver resources. If you are caring for a loved one, there are resources available to help you provide care, gather information and support you as a caregiver.

Financial Resources & Volunteering

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Employment & Volunteer Opportunities

Information about Employment and Volunteering for older adults.

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Financial Assistance

Information about Financial Assistance for seniors.

Housing

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Independent Housing

Information on subsidized housing, home modification programs, homeownership assistance programs and other housing related information.

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Long Term Care & Assisted Living

Information about long-term care.

In-Home Services

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Home-based Care Program

Information about in-home services.

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Nutrition & Health

Information about DCHS's nutrition and health programs.

Medicare Insurance Counseling, Directory of Resources, Information & Referral

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Medicare Counseling

Information about Medicare insurance for senior citizens.

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Directory of Resources

Directory of local and national resources for older adults and adults with disabilities.

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Information & Referral

Information & Referral for Older Adults.

Recreation & Transportation

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Therapeutic Recreation

Information about DCHS therapeutic recreation for seniors.

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Transportation

Information about special transportation unit.

Safety, Protection & Legal Services

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Adult Protective Services

Information about adult protective services.

 

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Information Packet For Guardians

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Annual Report of Guardian For An Incapacitated Person

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Safety & Legal Services

Information about medical alert device, legal and other services.

Older Adult Clinical Services

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Clinical Services

Information about Older Adult Clinical Services - Mental Health Program

Emergency Mental Health Services 703.746.3401

Commission on Aging

The Commission on Aging (COA) serves as the principal advocate for issues relating to aging and promotes the implementation of the Older Americans Act and other age-pertinent laws and policies in Alexandria and the Commonwealth of Virginia. The Commission advances programs and services that address the needs of older Alexandrians, especially for (but not exclusively) low-income residents.

Commission of the Year Impact Award

2024 Commission of the Year Impact Award

Congratulations to the Commission on Aging for winning the Commission of the Year Impact Award!

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Commission on Aging (COA) Excellence in Aging Awardees

Congratulations to the 2024 winners:

Public Service Award:  Barbara Ravenell
Excellence in Aging Award for an Organization:  Southern Belle Cleaners
Lois Van Valkenburgh Excellence in Aging Award for an Individual:  W. Thomas Reeder
Annie B. Rose Lifetime Achievement Award:  Bennie Blackley

Meeting Materials and Resources

Commission on Aging Meetings

Agenda, virtual link (if applicable), and meeting notes for all meetings of the Commission on Aging.