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December 22, 2014

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Happy Holidays from D.C. Office on Aging

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As we enter another year of serving the  District seniors, 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 Dr. John Thompson and the entire DCOA team we wish you peace and happiness. Happy Holidays!

Click here to view additional photos from the Mayor's Senior Holiday Celebration.


Senior Volunteers Needed!

Volunteers Needed

Postal Plaza is looking for volunteers! Lending a hand not only fosters community well-being, but is sure to be a rewarding experience. Postal Plaza is seeking a variety of seniors to assist with their new customer service station.

An experienced customer service representative is needed and must be computer literate and feel comfortable with giving directions to others so they may access and perform transactions via an online services kiosk.  The assignment is long term, non-paid, and it can be for as little as 3-4 hours a day. Hours are flexible, and bus fare and expenses will be provided.

​For further information on available volunteer opportunities, contact Alfredo Navarro, Jr at 1-866-752-0972 or e-mail at Alfredo.Navarro.Jr@ssa.gov..


Be a Good Neighbor and Help Our Seniors

Serve DC

Serve DC is encouraging residents to volunteer on behalf of the DC Citizen Snow Team. The DC Citizen Snow Team is comprised of volunteers who are able to assist seniors and residents with disabilities with shoveling and snow removal in the event of winter weather. 

*Currently, there is a critical need for volunteers in Wards 4, 7 and 8.

The District requires property owners (residential and commercial) to clear the sidewalks surrounding their property within 24 hours after a snowfall. Even a dusting of snow can pose a challenge for seniors or individuals with disabilities, which is why we are asking residents to volunteer their services to help keep everyone safe and make the winter a little easier on those in need. 

Register online to become a DC Citizen Snow Team volunteer. For questions or further information, please contact Juan Thompson or call (202) 727-0709.


Photo of the Week: Wishing Ms. Ella Houston a Happy 107th Birthday

Ella Houston

DCOA Executive Director John M. Thompson, Ph.D., CPM, FAAMA and Councilmember Tommy Wells helped celebrate Ms. Ella Houston's 107th birthday and presented her a medallion to celebrate her longevity in the District of Columbia community. 


Next Discussion for Caregivers

Lets Chat

The next topic of discussion for the D.C. Caregivers Online Chat at Noon is "10 Tips for Caregivers During the Holidays.The chat will be held on Tuesday, December 23rd at 12 p.m. Please visit www.dcoa.dc.gov/caregiver-chat to join the discussion.

The D.C. Caregivers Online Chat is designed to provide resources, tips and other information to assist persons caring for older adults. In case you miss the noon chat, return to www.dcoa.dc.gov/caregiver-chat and press replay to view the conversation. For more information, contact Linda Irizarry at 202-535-1442.


White House Holiday Tour for Washington Seniors Wellness Center

White Hpuse

Christmas came a few days early for some the seniors from the Washington Seniors Wellness Center (WSWC). Fifty-six seniors from WSWC had the chance to visit the White House on December 16th. Many seniors remarked that they had not visited the White House in many years and were grateful to have a chance to see the White House’s many Christmas trees and holiday displays.


Healthy Aging 2015 Summit

Healthy Aging Summit

Have you heard about the #HealthyAging2015 Summit? The 2015 Healthy Aging Summit will  identify diverse innovative community-based programs that build engagement, cohesiveness, and resilience, to encourage health before entry into the health care system. Next year's summit will explore specific ways that public health and health care intersect to promote healthy aging. Exhibitors will be able to showcase how clinicians (including physicians, pharmacists, dentists, nurses and more) are working together with public health professionals to improve health and health care delivery. 

For more information, please click here.

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Click here for the DCOA Calendar of Events!

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DCOA in the Media

Mayor's Third Annual Senior Symposium
May 7, 2014

Video: DCN-16 Coverage on YouTube

The Washington Informer, May 15, Pg. 20

28th Annual Salute to DC Centenarians
March 24, 2014

WJLA-TV article and video

FOX5DC article and video

VIDEO DCN-16 on YouTube

Age-Friendly DC Forum, 9/21/13

Washington Times article 9/26/13

Washington Post InBrief 9/19/13

Ms. Senior D.C. Pageant 2013

Washington Informer, June 26, 2013

The Washington Post Brief, July 3, 2013

The Washington Sun

Video: DCN-16 Coverage Ms. Senior D.C. Pageant 2013

Mayor's Second Annual Senior Symposium

Video: DCN-16 Coverage Senior Symposium

WJLA-TV article

Washington Informer Symposium article

27th Annual Salute to DC Centenarians media coverage links

Washington Post article and photo gallery

WJLA/News Channel 8, article, video and photo gallery

WJLA video coverage

Fox5DC article and video coverage

WTOP article and photo gallery

WAMU 88.5FM How to Live to be 100 in DC

Other Media Links

VIDEO: DCN-16 Did You Know? Overview of DCOA

Washington Post article DC Program Reflects National Trend Toward Moving Older Americans Out of Nursing Homes 1/2/2014

Washington Post article Alzheimer's First State Plan 11/19/2013

Washington Post Brief Smart911 Presentations 11/20/2013

DCOA Interview WHUR 96.3 FM Insight Segment on the  "Daily Drum" 2/19/13

Video: DCN-DCOA Performance Oversight Hearing 2/21/13 Part I

Video: DCN-DCOA Performance Oversight Hearing 2/21/13 Part II

Video: DCN-DCOA Performance Oversight Hearing 2/21/13 Part III

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