DCOA E*News At-a-Glance
 The Grade.dc.gov marks are in for December and the D.C. Office on Aging has scored an "A" in the third rating period. Once again, this is the highest score for all 10 of the agencies being rated during the period. To provide your feedback to District government agencies on the customer service and/or service delivery you have received, visit www.grade.dc.gov.
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 Need minor repairs or painting done to your home? Can you cover the cost
for materials? If so then the labor is on us through a partnership
with YouthBuild Public Charter School. DCOA has formed an
intergenerational collaboration with YouthBuild Public Charter School which
offers on the job training programs while helping students ages 16-24
obtain their GED. District residents who are disabled or senior
citizens may qualify. Call 202-724-5626 for more information.
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According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) high flu activity continues nationwide. But it is not too late to become vaccinated. If you have not already done so, contact your physician about getting the flu vaccine. You may also take every day precautions to prevent the flu including:
- limiting close contact with persons who have cold or flu symptoms.
- cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when coughing or sneezing.
- wash your hands with warm soap and water often.
The flu can be deadly for children and older adults, please make sure you take precautions. For more information please visit www.flu.gov.
Have
you ever been locked out of your home? Were you able to get in anyway?
Now think about it…if you could break into your own home, it's just as
easy for someone else to break in too. One out of 10 homes will be
burglarized this year, and many intruders will spend no more than 60
seconds trying to break into a home. The best prediction of a future
burglary is a past burglary. Therefore, it is important to take
preventative measures now. Strong locks—and good neighbors who look out
for one another—can be effective deterrents to burglars. Here are a few
tips that can help you keep you—and your property—safe and secure. Read more.
The District is searching for residents who are age 100 or older to honor during an event planned for this spring. If you know of residents who have celebrated their centennial birthday by March 30, please call Darlene Nowlin or Courtney Williams at 202-724-5626 or you may email: communications.dcoa@dc.gov. When registering centenarians, please make sure you know the name, birthdate and contact information for each individual.
DCOA is looking for dedicated individuals who are interested in sharing their talents and time volunteering with several intergenerational projects and other opportunities that are available. If you have time to spare and would like to work with youth or seniors, contact Tiffany Holodnak at 202-724-5622 or tiffany.holodnak3@dc.gov. Ms. Holodnak can share with you the particulars to make the perfect match!
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