Alexandria, VA – Spring is here and it is time to have fun, get moving and learn how to protect yourself and safely age in place. SSA’s monthly Senior Living in Alexandria events will have something for everyone!
SSA’s April 25 event is a fun one with the Red Hill Garden Club showing attendees how to create simple and pretty floral arrangements using spring flowers. This is a popular event and fills up quickly so make sure you register soon! The event takes place at Goodwin Living’s senior community – The View at 5000 Fairbanks Avenue in Alexandria on April 25 at 10:00 am.
Flowers and containers will be provided—just bring your creative spirit.
On May 23, SSA is co-hosting the Senior Health and Fitness Fair, along with the Successful Aging Committee, at the Lee Center, 1108 Jefferson Street. The event starts at 10 am with a program by Inova’s Alexandria Hospital on how to stay healthy as we age.
After the formal program, there will be breakout sessions including blood pressure and Glaucoma screenings; healthy food demonstration; movement exercises and more. There will also be literature from area organizations with information about upcoming programs and activities. This event is a great way to kick off spring, get moving and create new habits as we can get out more and enjoy the beautiful spring in our area.
The last event on SSA’s schedule is Senior Law Day, taking place on Saturday, June 8, 9:00 am – 12:30 pm at the First Baptist Church at 2932 King Street. SSA collaborates with the Alexandria Bar Association on this annual event with this year’s theme of “Protecting Ourselves as We Age.” There will be speakers talking about scams; things to consider when choosing to age in place; and a review of the legal documents that everyone should have including wills, power of attorney and advance directive. At this event, we also have community leaders with information on all aspects of aging.
All of SSA’s events are free and open to the public. We just ask that you register in advance by emailing [email protected] or call the office at 703-836-4414, ext. 110. We hope to see you at one or more event!
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