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On Friday, December 18, 2015, Mayor Muriel Bowser announced the appointment of Laura Newland to serve as Executive Director of the DC Office on Aging (DCOA). Newland, who previously served as the Interim General Counsel at DCOA, will lead an agency that develops and carries out a comprehensive and coordinated system of health, education, employment and social services for the District’s older adults, persons living with disabilities and their caregivers.
“In her short time in District government, Laura has proven herself to be an innovative and forward-thinking leader,” said Mayor Bowser. “Her experience and skills will ensure that District seniors and their caregivers are connected to government resources, and that older residents are able to age independently and comfortably in their communities.”
Laura Newland was appointed as Interim Executive Director for DCOA effective November 9, 2015. Prior to this position, she served as DCOA’s Interim General Counsel and supported the agency on a broad range of legal and policy issues as part of the senior management team. Before coming to the agency, Newland served as Special Assistant for Community Living in the Office of the Deputy Mayor of Health and Human Services, where she worked primarily on interagency long-term care and real property tax issues in the District.
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As we enter another year of serving the District residents, the team at the District of Columbia Office on Aging would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your support and friendship over the years. To each of you who have made our progress possible, we extend our warmest wishes for the Holiday Season and a prosperous and peaceful New Year. On behalf of Acting Executive Director, Laura Newland and the entire DCOA team we wish you peace, love and happiness. Happy Holidays!
Start the New Year off the right way with fitness and nutrition. Mayor Bowser's Second Annual Fresh Start 5K Run/Walk will take place at 9am on Friday, January 1, 2016 starting at the Stadium-Armory Metro Station. In preparation for the 5K another practice run/walk will take place on Saturday, December 19, 2015 at Freedom Plaza. For more information visit www.FitDC.com or register at http://2ndannualfresh5k.eventbrite.com.
So come kick your New Year off right at the Mayor's Fresh 5K!
WHEN: Friday, January 1, 2016
WHERE: Stadium Armory Metro Station 192 19th St SE Washington, DC 20003
TIME: 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM (EST)
Winter is around the corner and that means snow season is close. Mayor Bowser’s goal is for the District to be snow-ready before winter weather arrives. Some of our residents, including seniors and individuals with disabilities, are unable to do their own shoveling. And it’s especially important that ServeDC has cleared sidewalks and stairs, because they often need to get to medical appointments. ServeDC is recruiting 2,500 volunteers to join their DC Resident Snow Team and help our vulnerable neighbors with snow removal. If you are interested in volunteering, please visit snowteam.dc.gov. And if you are a senior over the age of 60, or if you have a disability and do not have someone in your home who can shovel, please call 311 to register.
As the holiday approaches and the weather is great, Mayor Muriel Bowser encourage residents and visitors to go out and explore the District under lights. Make sure you visit the CenterCityDC Holiday tree located at 11th & New York Avenue Northwest.
January 7th, 2016 3:00-4:00pm Know the 10 Signs: Early Detection Matters Gaithersburg Library 18330 Montgomery Village Ave Gaithersburg, MD 20879
January 12th, January 19th (part 2), and January 26th (part 3) 2:00-4:00pm Living with Alzheimer's: For People with Dementia (3 part series) Sunrise on Connecticut Avenue 5111 Connecticut Ave NW Washington, DC 20008
January 13th, 2016 2:00-3:00pm Healthy Habits for a Healthier You Grand Oaks Assisted Living 5901 MacArthur Blvd NW Washington, DC 20016
January 23rd, 2016 1:00-2:00pm Healthy Habits for a Healthier You Aspen Hill Library 4407 Aspen Hill Rd Rockville, MD
20853
January 30th, 2016 1:00-2:00pm The Basics: Memory Loss, Dementia and Alzheimer's Disease Aspen Hill Library 4407 Aspen Hill Rd Rockville, MD
20853
To register to attend a program, please call 800.272.3900.
Title/Series/Grade:
Resource Allocation Officer, MS-0301-14
Area of
Consideration: Open to General Public No. of
Openings: one (1) Opening Date:
December 17, 2015 Closing Date:
December 27, 2015 Salary Range:
$96,756 - $135,458 PA Promotion
Potential: None Union: This is
a Non-Union position Duration of
Appt.: This is an At-Will MSS (Management Supervisory Service) position
Title/Series/Grade:
Program Analyst, CS-0343-12 Area of
Consideration: Open to General Public No. of
Openings: one (1) Opening Date:
December 18, 2015 Closing Date:
December 28, 2015 Salary Range:
$68,294 - $87,374 PA Promotion
Potential: None Union: This is
a Non-Union position Duration of
Appt.: This is a Career Service (permanent)
You may use the following link to view the applicable openings… http://careers.dc.gov/
If you decide to apply, please remember to access the job openings through PeopleSoft ESS as a current employee.
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