DEPARTMENT of FAMILY SERVICES

July 2024

Connect, Compete and Have Fun at the Northern Virginia Senior Olympics!

The Northern Virginia Senior Olympics (NVSO) were founded in 1982, created by a coalition of local Northern Virginia parks and recreation departments and other agencies. The mission of the NVSO is to promote health, fitness and the psychological well-being of older adults by providing opportunities for participation, competition, self-improvement and fellowship through various athletic and recreational events. The NVSO has enjoyed continuous success over the 40-plus years it has taken place, with the number of participants growing each year. According to the NVSO, over half of the participants (59%) who competed in the 2023 games had participated in previous games. What motivates participants to return each year and why should you consider joining them?

ScamCops: Working to Educate Older Adults About Scams

Victims of scams are often thought to be older adults, assumed to be more trusting and less tech-savvy than younger generations. However, the truth is that anyone can fall victim to a scam, regardless of age. After falling for a payment scam, high school student Advik Atyam decided to fight back by founding ScamCops, a platform that helps empower and educate people about scams.

Never Stop Learning Campaign Educates Older Adults About Protecting Their Money

Last year, the Securities and Exchange Commission’s Office of Investor Education and Advocacy (OIEA) introduced Never Stop Learning, a public service campaign designed to educate older adults about how they can protect their money and actions they can take to ensure that they are prepared financially for the future.

Kidney Health in Hot Weather

Our kidneys are vital for maintaining overall health and well-being. They work like a filter, removing waste and extra fluid from the bloodstream. They also help control blood pressure and maintain the balance of electrolytes and fluid. Kidneys contribute to the activation of vitamin D, essential for calcium absorption and bone health.

July 2024 Table of Content

Read these additional articles online:

• Meet the Winners of the 2024 Fairfax Area Student Shark Tank Technology Challenge
• Look for Scam Information in Your Personal Property Tax Bill
• Invitation to Community Forums for Adults with Disabilities Aged 50 and Over, and Caregivers
• Celebrating the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Anniversary
• ElderLink Health & Wellness/Caregiver Support Workshops
• Check Your Schedule and Consider Volunteering
• Family Caregiver Support: Technology and Caregiving
• Volunteer Advocates Needed!
• Fairfax Area Commission on Aging
• Heat Safety
• Volunteers Needed for Area Shepherd's Centers
• Mature Living – Staying Active and Healthy
• July Community Calendar

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