DC Department of Aging and Community Living

06/25/2021

#MsSeniorDC: Watch the Ms. Senior DC 2021 Pageant this Sunday, June 27, at 6 PM on DC Office of Cable Television, Film, Music & Entertainment – Channel 16.

Find out who will represent the District as Ms. Senior DC 2021.

📸: Ms. Senior DC 2019

#MsSeniorDC: Watch the Ms. Senior DC 2021 Pageant this Sunday, June 27, at 6 PM on DC Office of Cable Television, Film, Music & Entertainment – Channel 16.

Find out who will represent the District as Ms. Senior DC 2021.

📸: Ms. Senior DC 2019

06/25/2021

In celebration of #Pride Month, members of Washington Seniors Wellness Center came together for a day of fun and social engagement. 🌈💜

Learn about other Pride activities happening near you by visiting our events hub at daclvirtualevents.splashthat.com. 📲

06/25/2021

Visit taketheshotdc.com for a chance to win!

51 dollar gift cards and…

A chance to win:
🛒Groceries for a year
🚙A car
🚇A year of free metro bus or train

All you need to do:
#GetVaccinatedDC!

Learn more:
taketheshotdc.com

06/25/2021

Join DACL's Art, Music, and Poetry (AMP) project – an interactive art program that engages DC residents who have Alzheimer's, dementia, or cognitive loss.

AMP will begin July 1, 2021 and be offered on Thursdays from 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM and Fridays from 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.

Questions? Email: [email protected] or call 202-355-4443

Join DACL's Art, Music, and Poetry (AMP) project – an interactive art program that engages DC residents who have Alzheimer's, dementia, or cognitive loss.

AMP will begin July 1, 2021 and be offered on Thursdays from 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM and Fridays from 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.

Questions? Email: [email protected] or call 202-355-4443

06/24/2021

#HappyPride! 🌈 The members of Washington Seniors Wellness Center are showing us ALL of the moves at their #Pride celebration! Can you keep up? 🎶

06/24/2021

#MsSeniorDC: Watch the Ms. Senior DC 2021 Pageant this Sunday, June 27, at 6 PM on DC Office of Cable Television, Film, Music & Entertainment – Channel 16.

Find out who will represent the District as Ms. Senior DC 2021.

#MsSeniorDC: Watch the Ms. Senior DC 2021 Pageant this Sunday, June 27, at 6 PM on DC Office of Cable Television, Film, Music & Entertainment – Channel 16.

Find out who will represent the District as Ms. Senior DC 2021.

06/24/2021

Tune in on June 29th at 5:00 PM DC!

06/23/2021

Interstate 295 is closed in both directions with no access from US-50/New York Ave split to the 695 interchange. Expected to reopen on Thursday (6/24) at 10 pm. Local resident access only, others should avoid area.

(6/23 at 4:18p): Interstate 295 is closed in both directions with no access from US-50/New York Ave split to the 695 interchange. Expected to reopen on Thursday (6/24) at 10 pm. Local resident access only, others should avoid area.

06/23/2021

Mayor Bowser and the Department of Aging and Community Living are seeking District residents, age 100 years or older, to honor virtually.

Call (202) 374-9573 or email [email protected] if you know a DC resident who has celebrated their 100th birthday by April 30.

Please send the name, date of birth, contact information, and a bio for each individual that you are registering. Registration ends June 30, 2021.

Mayor Bowser and the Department of Aging and Community Living are seeking District residents, age 100 years or older, to honor virtually.

Call (202) 374-9573 or email [email protected] if you know a DC resident who has celebrated their 100th birthday by April 30.

Please send the name, date of birth, contact information, and a bio for each individual that you are registering. Registration ends June 30, 2021.

06/23/2021

#MsSeniorDC: Watch the Ms. Senior DC 2021 Pageant this Sunday, June 27, at 6 PM on DC Office of Cable Television, Film, Music & Entertainment – Channel 16.

Find out who will represent the District as Ms. Senior DC 2021. 👑

#MsSeniorDC: Watch the Ms. Senior DC 2021 Pageant this Sunday, June 27, at 6 PM on DC Office of Cable Television, Film, Music & Entertainment – Channel 16.

Find out who will represent the District as Ms. Senior DC 2021. 👑

06/22/2021

#UpNext: Director Newland to testify before the Committee on Housing & Executive Administration.

How to Watch:
📺 Tune in on the District Council Channel — Channel 18
💻 Watch the hearing live online at https://dccouncil.us

#UpNext: Director Newland to testify before the Committee on Housing & Executive Administration.

How to Watch:
📺 Tune in on the District Council Channel — Channel 18
💻 Watch the hearing live online at https://dccouncil.us

06/21/2021

Mayor Bowser and the Department of Aging and Community Living are seeking District residents, age 100 years or older, to honor virtually.

Call (202) 374-9573 or email [email protected] if you know a DC resident who has celebrated their 100th birthday by April 30.

Please send the name, date of birth, contact information, and a bio for each individual that you are registering. Registration ends June 30, 2021.

06/18/2021

DACL’s back in the community!

Join us at Pennsylvania Ave. Baptist Church in celebration of #Juneteenth, for info on our services and programs. 🖤We’ll be here until 1 PM! #LiveBoldly

DACL’s back in the community!

Join us at Pennsylvania Ave. Baptist Church in celebration of #Juneteenth, for info on our services and programs. 🖤We’ll be here until 1 PM! #LiveBoldly

06/17/2021

June is #PTSDAwarenessMonth. Even though treatment works, most people with PTSD don't get the help they need.

Check in on a veteran or civilian survivor in your neighborhood – let them know that they're supported. If necessary, refer them to our Adult Protective Services (APS) team at 202-541-3950.

June is #PTSDAwarenessMonth. Even though treatment works, most people with PTSD don't get the help they need.

Check in on a veteran or civilian survivor in your neighborhood – let them know that they're supported. If necessary, refer them to our Adult Protective Services (APS) team at 202-541-3950.

06/16/2021

#MensHealthMonth: Learn about the top 10 foods to prevent prostate cancer PLUS watch a free cooking demonstration with @Seaburysays Nutritionist, Avanelle Thomas. 🍅🥬 #WellnessWednesday

Zoom Information:
https://us04web.zoom.us/j/75101634341?pwd=cW81NVZGc2syemMwaVJpNGxhcC9GQT09
Meeting ID: 751 0163 4341
Passcode: 698Zsr

#MensHealthMonth: Learn about the top 10 foods to prevent prostate cancer PLUS watch a free cooking demonstration with @Seaburysays Nutritionist, Avanelle Thomas. 🍅🥬 #WellnessWednesday

Zoom Information:
https://us04web.zoom.us/j/75101634341?pwd=cW81NVZGc2syemMwaVJpNGxhcC9GQT09
Meeting ID: 751 0163 4341
Passcode: 698Zsr

06/16/2021

Join the District Department of Transportation for a virtual public meeting for the Near Northwest III Safety and Mobility Study.

Thursday, June 17, 2021
English: 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Español: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

RSVP at: http://bit.ly/DDOT_ART

Join the District Department of Transportation for a virtual public meeting for the Near Northwest III Safety and Mobility Study.

Thursday, June 17, 2021
English: 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Español: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

RSVP at: http://bit.ly/DDOT_ART

06/15/2021

#EAAD: Today is Elder Abuse Awareness Day. Join Director Newland and our Adult Protective Services (APS) team as they share how you can help put an end to elder abuse, neglect, and financial exploitation.

Contact APS at 202-541-3950. We’re available to take your call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

06/14/2021

Model Cities SWC wishes you a Happy #Pride! 💟🌈 #AgeProud

06/11/2021

There’s nothing like Pride in the District! 🌈 DACL’s excited to have our six senior wellness centers join the Capital Pride Alliance in Paint the Town Colorful with Pride, promoting joy, visibility, and PRIDE all month long.

Be sure to visit us to see just how colorful and inclusive our spaces are for DC seniors. 💜

To learn more, visit capitalpride.org.

There’s nothing like Pride in the District! 🌈 DACL’s excited to have our six senior wellness centers join the Capital Pride Alliance in Paint the Town Colorful with Pride, promoting joy, visibility, and PRIDE all month long.

Be sure to visit us to see just how colorful and inclusive our spaces are for DC seniors. 💜

To learn more, visit capitalpride.org.

06/10/2021

June is Elder Abuse Awareness Month.Each year, an estimated 5 million older adults are abused, neglected, or exploited.

World Elder Abuse Awareness Month aims to raise awareness of the cultural, social, economic, and demographic factors that contribute.

Be a good neighbor and ensure that seniors in your community aren’t being abused and exploited. If you or someone you know is being abused, neglected, or financially exploited, contact APS at 202-541-3950. We’re available to take your call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

On June 15, wear purple! 💜 When someone asks you if it has special meaning, start a conversation about elder abuse.

June is Elder Abuse Awareness Month.Each year, an estimated 5 million older adults are abused, neglected, or exploited.

World Elder Abuse Awareness Month aims to raise awareness of the cultural, social, economic, and demographic factors that contribute.

Be a good neighbor and ensure that seniors in your community aren’t being abused and exploited. If you or someone you know is being abused, neglected, or financially exploited, contact APS at 202-541-3950. We’re available to take your call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

On June 15, wear purple! 💜 When someone asks you if it has special meaning, start a conversation about elder abuse.

06/09/2021

#HappeningNow! Dial-in DC seniors!

📞: 833-946-1802

#TODAY: Join DACL Director Laura Newland today at 1:00 PM for the FY22 Budget Town Hall Presentation.

Learn about the investments Mayor Bowser’s making for DC seniors and how our city is ensuring everyone receives a #FairShot.

📞 Dial in at: 833-946-1802

06/09/2021

#TODAY: Join DACL Director Laura Newland today at 1:00 PM for the FY22 Budget Town Hall Presentation.

Learn about the investments Mayor Bowser’s making for DC seniors and how our city is ensuring everyone receives a #FairShot.

📞 Dial in at: 833-946-1802

#TODAY: Join DACL Director Laura Newland today at 1:00 PM for the FY22 Budget Town Hall Presentation.

Learn about the investments Mayor Bowser’s making for DC seniors and how our city is ensuring everyone receives a #FairShot.

📞 Dial in at: 833-946-1802

06/08/2021

#TOMORROW: Join DACL Director, Laura Newland for the FY22 Budget Town Hall Presentation. Learn about the investments Mayor Bowser's making for DC seniors and how our city is ensuring everyone receives a #FairShot.

Dial in at: 833-946-1802

#TOMORROW: Join DACL Director, Laura Newland for the FY22 Budget Town Hall Presentation. Learn about the investments Mayor Bowser's making for DC seniors and how our city is ensuring everyone receives a #FairShot.

Dial in at: 833-946-1802

06/07/2021

RSVP at the link below DC!

Call for volunteers! You can help support your community this Juneteenth by getting DC residents vaccinated during the DC COVID-19 Community Corps day of action: June 19, 2021 9 am, 11 am RSVP: http://bit.ly/dayofactiondc #DCHOPE

06/04/2021

#TeleTownHall: Next Wednesday, join DACL Director, Laura Newland for the FY22 Budget Town Hall Presentation. Learn about the investments Mayor Bowser's making for DC seniors and how our city is ensuring everyone receives a #FairShot.

Dial in at: 833-946-1802

#TeleTownHall: Next Wednesday, join DACL Director, Laura Newland for the FY22 Budget Town Hall Presentation. Learn about the investments Mayor Bowser's making for DC seniors and how our city is ensuring everyone receives a #FairShot.

Dial in at: 833-946-1802

06/04/2021

Timeline Photos

Call for volunteers! You can help support your community this Juneteenth by getting DC residents vaccinated during the DC COVID-19 Community Corps day of action: June 19, 2021 9 am, 11 am RSVP: http://bit.ly/dayofactiondc #DCHOPE

06/04/2021

#HappyPride! 💟

Join DACL in celebration this Pride Month – visit https://daclvirtualevents.splashthat.com to learn more about what in-person and virtual Pride events are happening in your neighborhood. 📲 #AgeProud

#HappyPride! 💟

Join DACL in celebration this Pride Month – visit https://daclvirtualevents.splashthat.com to learn more about what in-person and virtual Pride events are happening in your neighborhood. 📲 #AgeProud

06/03/2021

#TBT: #OlderAmericansMonth was full of engaging events, both virtual and in-person. Thanks to everyone who joined us in celebration!

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#TBT: #OlderAmericansMonth was full of engaging events, both virtual and in-person. Thanks to everyone who joined us in celebration!

View images from #OAM by visiting: [email protected]/albums/with/72157709180097071" rel="nofollow,noopener" target="_blank">https://www.flickr.com/photos/[email protected]/albums/with/72157709180097071

06/01/2021

Mayor Bowser and the Department of Aging and Community Living are seeking District residents, age 100 years or older, to honor virtually.

Call (202) 374-9573 or email [email protected] if you know a DC resident who has celebrated their 100th birthday by April 30.

Please send the name, date of birth, contact information, and a bio for each individual that you are registering. Registration ends June 30, 2021.

Mayor Bowser and the Department of Aging and Community Living are seeking District residents, age 100 years or older, to honor virtually.

Call (202) 374-9573 or email [email protected] if you know a DC resident who has celebrated their 100th birthday by April 30.

Please send the name, date of birth, contact information, and a bio for each individual that you are registering. Registration ends June 30, 2021.

05/31/2021

#OAM: Tuskegee Airman, Mr. William Fauntroy, spoke with us about how he contributes to the Older Americans Month theme — #CommunitiesOfStrength — while also sharing how his community supports him. 🏆
 
We thank all of the #DCSeniors who joined us in celebration and shared their stories this #OlderAmericansMonth. 💙

Visit the following link to view more OAM content: ‪https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtuKf9sasflRh7pfXRrpW3w/videos‬

05/28/2021

#OlderAmericansMonth has been a lot of fun! 💙 Check out photos from our #OAM events by visiting [email protected]/albums." rel="nofollow,noopener" target="_blank">https://www.flickr.com/photos/[email protected]/albums. 📲 #LiveBoldly

05/27/2021

#OAM: #DCSeniors are getting fit for the summer! 🦾🏆

Want to join in on the fun? Visit daclvirtualevents.splashthat.com to get your daily dose of exercise. #FitDC

05/27/2021

#TBT: Last week, members of Iona enjoyed a COVID safe day-trip to the National Gallery of Art.

Led by artist and instructor Ida Cook, the #DCSeniors that participated viewed some of their favorite works and sketched their interpretation of the art. #LiveBoldly

#TBT: Last week, members of Iona enjoyed a COVID safe day-trip to the National Gallery of Art.

Led by artist and instructor Ida Cook, the #DCSeniors that participated viewed some of their favorite works and sketched their interpretation of the art. #LiveBoldly

05/26/2021

#OAM: Ms. Louise Griffin shared how her journey as an educator has been monumental in building community.

Join us as we celebrate #DCSeniors this #OlderAmericansMonth. Visit https://daclvirtualevents.splashthat.com to learn how you can #liveboldly! 🏆

05/25/2021

#OAM: We’ll be at Congress Heights SWC until 3 PM #DCSeniors! Come pick up your gift package and meal while supplies last! 🚙🚗