Community Update (8/1/2023)

County Fair, August 16-20

The Arlington County Fair will be held August 16 to August 20 at the Thomas Jefferson Community Center at 3501 Second Street South. On Thursday, August 17, there will be a Night Market of local artisans and their handmade goods. On Saturday, August 19 at noon, you can watch the pie-eating contest in the Fitness Center (was that the best location?). Of special interest, ANV will host an information table in the Exhibit Hall on Friday evening August 18 and Saturday and Sunday August 19-20. Please come visit us, and if you are so inclined, volunteer to staff the ANV table for a two hour shift over the weekend. Staffing the table is easy – you get to share information about ANV with fair-goers; you get to visit the other exhibitors; and you get to eat junk food! To sign up to staff the ANV table, please click on this link.

Volunteer and Member Surveys

Keep an eye on your email inbox for the Volunteer and Member Surveys that will be issued in early August. ANV is looking for your feedback to help us assess our performance and plan for the future. Your input is valued. We will take extra steps to get the Member Survey to ANV members who do not use email.

Home Safety Assessment

Home Safety is crucial for successful aging-in-place! Yet, certain Arlington homes were not designed to meet the safety needs that emerge in our older years.  Many of us notice safety concerns within our homes and wonder how to address these – such as difficulty seeing in dimly-lit areas, unsteadiness when accessing the tub/shower and toilet, slipping on rugs, trouble balancing on stairs, and more. ANV can help! Our Home Safety Assessment service is provided in-person in your home by trained and experienced volunteers. We identify potential safety hazards and discuss possible solutions with you. Depending on the situation, solutions may be implemented by you, ANV volunteers, or professional contractors. You have full control over the scope and pacing of both the assessment and any modifications you choose to make. We look forward to working with you to increase safety in your home, enhancing your ability to live well, independently. Full members can learn more or request a Home Safety Assessment by contacting the ANV Office at 703-509-8057 or office@arlnvil.org.

Arlington Commission on Aging seeking members

The Arlington Commission on Aging is a 17-member County Board-appointed advisory body comprised of individuals who are interested in and knowledgeable about aging issues and services. The Commission is seeking new members; if you are interested, please submit an application. The Commission meets on the 3rd Monday of the month March through December and the 4th Monday in January, February, and June from 9:00 am – 11:00 am.

Save the Date, 55+ Fall Program Registration is August 16

The 55+ Fall Guide will be issued soon. Registration for Fall Classes is Wednesday, August 16 at 10 am for Arlington County residents. Save the date in your calendar so you can sign up for the most popular classes.

Save the Date, ANV All Hands Meeting, Saturday September 9

ANV is hosting an in-person All Hands meeting on Saturday, September 9; this is your opportunity to share your perspective on ANV operations and plans for the future. We last had an in-person All Hands meeting on February 29, 2020 right before the pandemic forced us all indoors. More information will be shared in upcoming newsletters.