Department of Family Services

CONTACT INFORMATION: Monday–Friday 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
703-324-7500 TTY 711
12011 Government Center Parkway, Pennino Building
Fairfax, VA 22035
Michael A. Becketts
Director

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Older Adults Services

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Call 703–324–7948, TTY 711
Aging, Disability & Caregiver Resources Line 
Monday-Friday
8 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

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Community Forums on Services for People with Disabilities: July 31, Aug. 2

Participate in community forums to provide input to identify systemic gaps in service and/or barriers Fairfax County residents with disabilities face. 

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SHAPE The Future of Aging: Year One

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Dimensions of Caregiver Wellness - Wednesday, July 17, 2024, 12-1 p.m.
Join Julie Mezainis and Demetra Warner as educate family caregivers on the various dimensions of caregiver wellness. Learn practical tips and strategies to support you with better caring for your whole self while recognizing the common challenges caregivers face, such as loneliness and isolation. Explore the many dimensions of caregiving - mentally, physically, emotionally, and spiritually, to support you with continuing to provide the best care to your loved one. Register to receive access instructions for this virtual webinar. 


Family Caregiver Support Programs - New Sessions Every Month

Virtual Center for Active Adults - New Events Every Week

Family Caregivers are Invited to Sign Up for the Virtual Social Visitor Program

The Virtual Social Visitor Program is provided by the Department of Family Services' Volunteer Solutions Program. Our vetted volunteers provide support through regular phone calls made to family caregivers, many of whom are or have been caregivers themselves. A few benefits from this program include:

  • Alleviation of loneliness/isolation.
  • Opportunity to chat with a volunteer about lighthearted topics as well as share journeys/stories.
  • Development of a supportive relationship with a volunteer.
  • Provision of an informal listening ear/sounding board.

Sign up today by sending an email or calling 703-324-5406, TTY 711. We’ll match you with a volunteer.

Services (A–F)

Adult Day Health Care

Adult Protective Services

Care Management/Social Work  

Caregiver Support Programs and Respite

Disability Rights and Resources

ElderLink

Employment Services

Fairfax Alerts

Food Assistance (SNAP); Home Delivered Meals

 

Services (H–Z)

Home Repair;  Housing

Home Sharing, A Consumer Guide *PDF

In-Home Care; Home Care Registry

Library 50+ Resources

Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program

Medicaid

Medicare – Insurance Counseling (VICAP)

Memory – Insight Memory Care

Mental Health Services

Nursing Homes/Assisted Living Facilities

SeniorNavigator (Public/Private Services)

Speakers Bureau

Speech and Hearing Services

Substance Use Disorder Services

Tax Relief

Transportation

Volunteer Solutions

Voting and Election Services

* Fairfax County is committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of disability in all county programs, services and activities. For reasonable accommodations or to receive this information in an alternate format, call 703-246-2411, TTY 711.

USAging 2024 MemberThe Fairfax Area Agency on Aging is a member of USAging, a national association representing and supporting the network of Area Agencies on Aging. Its members help older adults and people with disabilities throughout the United States live with optimal health, well-being, independence and dignity in their homes and communities.

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