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Assisting older adults with aging in place

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What Qualities Make A Good Friendly Visitor Program Volunteer?

April 11, 2022

You already know how important it is to have a diverse range of life experiences. They’ve shaped you into the person you are now. Imagine the wealth of stories, lessons, […]

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Who Is Eligible For A Friendly Visitor Program?

April 4, 2022

Isolation can have a negative impact on one’s mental health and cognitive ability. Depression has been linked to cognitive impairment and dementia later in life. As a result of cognitive […]

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What Is A Friendly Visitor Program?

March 28, 2022

Many seniors and those with disabilities in our community live alone and value their independence. Unfortunately, some people are lonely, away from their family, or in need of a sympathetic […]

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Reasons To Volunteer With Senior Check In Services

March 21, 2022

The baby boomer generation is expected to retire at a rate of 10,000 people per day, resulting in a significant demand for individuals with experience and abilities in senior caregiving. […]

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What To Do When Aging Parents Refuse Help

March 14, 2022

As your parents age, you will likely notice them starting to fall behind in certain areas, whether they start neglecting their hygiene or forgetting to pay their bills. Your concern […]

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Tips For How To Deal With Aging Parents Who Refuse Help

March 7, 2022

Many people live their lives with longevity in mind, doing what they can to ensure they remain healthy and mentally sound for as many years as possible. While living to […]

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Challenges With Aging In Place And How To Avoid Them

February 28, 2022

One in every five Americans—nearly 80 million people—will be over 65 in 20 years, and surveys show that they will wish to stay in their current homes while aging in […]

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How Often Should You Do A Senior Check In?

February 21, 2022

If you care for an elderly or aging loved one, you are more than well aware of how extensive the list of daily to-do’s is in order to ensure that […]

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Vienna, VA 22180
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Since 1998, the Shepherd’s Center of Northern Virginia (SCNOVA), a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, has been dedicated to improving the quality of life as we age, through supportive programs and services, personal enrichment and volunteer engagement that enable our senior neighbors to live full and productive lives while aging in place.

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