The Government of the District of Columbia Office on Aging (DCOA) is soliciting applications from qualified applicants to operate two new District Senior Wellness Centers (SWC). SWCs promote healthy lifestyles, good nutrition, exercise, and general wellness among the District’s elderly population, aged 60 and above.

Share your ideas for senior wellness programming in wards 2 & 3

The D.C. Office on Aging partners with a variety of government and community organizations to provide information and resources in the community.  Find an event in your community and stay informed.

The District of Columbia Office on Aging will train community ambassadors and offer free workshops.

DCOA has launched several new dementia programs to expand its existing dementia-capable system and enhance access to supportive services for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and related disorders.

The Ms. Senior DC Pageant is held each year to select the District woman age 60 and older who will represent the District of Columbia as Ms. Senior DC.

The District of Columbia Office on Aging Safe at Home program provides preventative adaptions to reduce the risk of falls in the homes of qualifying seniors and adults with disabilities.