May 12, 2016 | Volume 2, Issue 18
Dear
Washingtonians,
Every day, caregivers across our city do the important and often
unseen work of providing care to their loved ones. They are there for
their family and friends, and I believe we should be there for them.
Last
week, I signed the CARE Act into law. This legislation requires that
hospitals give caregivers the information and tools
they need to make their loved ones' transition from hospital to home as
successful as possible. This eases the strain on caregivers, and it
reduces the likelihood that a patient will need to return to the hospital.
It is our creed that every resident should be able to live in
this city, independently, for as long as they choose. That’s what an
age-friendly DC is all about.
So as we continue to commemorate Older Americans Month, let's remember to celebrate the contributions of our older residents and make DC a place that they can always call home.
Sincerely,
Last week, at President Lincoln's Cottage, the New Columbia Statehood Commission (NCSC) released its draft Constitution to help our city take the next step towards statehood. Tonight at 6:30 p.m. at Gallaudet University the NCSC will host its first working group meeting. Attend this week's working group and join the effort to help DC achieve statehood and full representation in Congress.
For more information and to RSVP, click HERE.
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Last week, after attending the Climate Action 2016 Summit, Mayor Bowser invited United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon to Brookland Middle School in Ward 5 to highlight DC's internationally acclaimed sustainability projects and innovative sustainable school features. At the middle school, Mayor Bowser and Princpal Nora Lycknell showcased the school's green outdoor classroom, solar learning station, geothermal heating and cooling system, exterior green wall, underground cisterns, rooftop solar array, pervious pavers, and more. Mayor Bowser is committed to making DC more sustainable.
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Last Saturday, the District hosted the Congress Heights Day Festival and Parade in Ward 8 and the DC Funk Festival and Parade in Ward 1. Whether you were on the edge of your seat watching the battle of the bands in Congress Heights or enjoying the funky fresh outfits on U Street, you'll admit that our city knows how to have a good time. Mayor Bowser walked in both parades - throwing beads, hugging residents and chatting it up.
This Saturday, May 14th from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., the Department of Health (DOH) will host community events in each ward to educate residents on the Zika virus. DOH will provide free educational materials and Zika virus prevention kits (insect repellent, mosquito dunks and condoms). DOH staff will be on-site to share information on how to protect yourself and others from mosquito bites.
Locations
Ward 1: Banneker Recreation Center
Ward 2: Jellef Recreation Center
Ward 3: Chevy Chase Community Center
Ward 4: Emery Recreation Center
Ward 5: Brentwood Recreation Center
Ward 6: Kennedy Recreation Center
Ward 7: Deanwood Recreation Center
Ward 8: Bald Eagle Recreation Center
For more information, please contact DOH at (202) 442-5833 or via email at mosquito.info@dc.gov.
The Capital Guardian Youth ChalleNGe Academy, a District of Columbia program focused on helping disengaged/at-risk youth ages 16-18 make major changes in their lives, will begin open enrollment on July 11th. The Academy is a 17½ month long, military style,
path to self-improvement program. Interested residents should visit the Academy's website at www.CGYCA.org for more information and program details.
The Government of the District of Columbia's Department of Insurance, Securities and Banking (DISB) regulates financial-service businesses in the District by administering DC's insurance, securities and banking laws, rules and regulations. DISB has an opening for a summer intern. The intern will perform computer-based research on topics and issues related to the regulation of the Insurance, Securities and Banking industries, as well as collecting, compiling and verifing information from the utilization of a number of sources. Additional details
regarding this vacancy, including qualifications, can be found by visiting the job announcement.
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