SCNOVA helps older adults in Northern Virginia age in place with free rides, home help, and social connection. Read the research.
One Ride Leads to Another: Barbara’s Story
SCNOVA Volunteer Barbara was waiting for a participant at a medical appointment when she struck up a conversation with a woman named Shelby, who was waiting for a cab.
How Volunteer Drivers Help Seniors in Northern Virginia Stay Healthy, Connected, and Independent
Our volunteer drivers help seniors stay healthy, connected, and independent by offering rides to medical appointments, errands and more.
4 Helpful Services For Aging In Place
When it comes to aging in place, it can be difficult to plan ahead because one can never fully predict how their needs and physical demands will change. A good […]
Aging In Place Checklist To Ensure A Safe Home
Thanks to the many aging in place services available to seniors, more people are staying in their homes as they age. However, it is important to ensure that your loved […]
What Does An Aging In Place Program Do?
Many people want to stay in their own home for as long as they can, but once age starts to take its toll on people’s abilities, it is not unusual […]
Home Repair Resources For Seniors
Getting older comes with its own set of joys and challenges. The excitement of visiting with grandchildren or enjoying retirement may come with mobility difficulties. Even leaving the house can […]
Should Aging Parents Live With You?
Most people wish to remain in their own home for as long as possible as they age, but there may come a point when you start to wonder if it […]