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Become a Volunteer Driver and Help Your Neighbors Get Places

September 27, 2024

Northwest Neighbors Village (NNV) invites you to join us as a volunteer driver!

Don’t Miss NNV’s Fall Salons

September 13, 2024

NNV’s Fall Salons are back! We are thrilled to announce our resumed in-person salon series.

Winnowing: Combing Through Your Memories to Find the Ones that Made You Who You Are

September 6, 2024

These are some of the provocative questions we journaled about recently in our Winnowing group.

Don’t Miss Out on Upcoming Programs at NNV

August 30, 2024

Summer may be coming to an end but NNV’s programming is heating up.

Introducing a new in-person gathering: What Are You Reading Lately? (Not a Book Club!)

August 23, 2024

Mystery? History? Fiction?: Northwest Neighbors Village Members Read!

Save the Date: Ain’t No Back to a Merry-Go-Round Screening, Reception, and Panel Discussion with Director Ilana Trachtman

August 16, 2024

On Tuesday evening, September 17th, Northwest Neighbors Village will kick off our 15th anniversary with a showing of Ain’t No Back to a Merry-Go-Round, a documentary film that tells the previously untold story of the first organized interracial civil rights protest in U.S. history.

August is Make-A-Will Month

August 9, 2024

August is Make-A-Will Month, a reminder to create a will or update your current one.

New Evidence-based Fall Prevention Program Offered in our Community

August 2, 2024

As we age, we can have a greater risk for falls and an increased fear of falling, but there are several preventative remedies that can help, such as exercise, strength and balance training, and home safety improvements.

Summer: The Best Season for Reading!

July 26, 2024

There’s something about summer that makes it one of my favorite reading seasons (along with my other three favorites, of course: fall, winter and spring).

Help Your Older Neighbors Stay Engaged and Connected Regardless of Their Ability to Pay

July 19, 2024

For the past three years, Northwest Neighbors Village has been waiving our membership fee for older neighbors with low income.

NNV Men's Lunch

July 12, 2024

As president of NNV, I often get compliments about what we do well, how great the staff is, and how much NNV means to our community.

New Case Management Team Coming to Our Village

July 5, 2024

We are delighted to share that effective July 8, 2024, case management services will return to NNV.

DC Villages: What a Difference 100 Days Makes!

June 28, 2024

You know how important each of the 13 DC Villages are to building supportive communities for older neighbors to thrive. But you may not know about all of the work that goes on behind the scenes to help Villages collaborate.

Reporting Sidewalk Damage Can Prevent Falls

June 21, 2024

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), falls are the leading cause of injury for adults ages 65 years and older.

Finding Native American History Along the Potomac

June 14, 2024

Organized during the pandemic, the NNV Racial Equity Book Club began meeting on zoom and gradually transitioned to members’ houses. For our most recent meeting, we found a special and unique site: a picnic table at Piscataway Park in Accokeek, Maryland.

Citywide Village Survey – Your Feedback is Important!

June 7, 2024

On June 17th, Village members citywide will be invited to participate in a survey to share your thoughts and experiences regarding the role of the Village in your community.

Celebrating Older Americans Month - Creating an Inclusive Village

May 31, 2024

May is Older Americans Month. This year’s theme, "Powered by Connection" focuses on the profound impact that meaningful connections have on the well-being and health of older adults.

Celebrating Older Americans Month - Life Mapping: A Creative Way to Get to Know Yourself and Others

May 24, 2024

May is Older Americans Month. This year’s theme, "Powered by Connection" focuses on the profound impact that meaningful connections have on the well-being and health of older adults. Each week this month, members and volunteers share how their involvement with NNV has powered connections for them.

Celebrating Older Americans Month: Neighborhood Chats: Creative connecting during the pandemic and beyond

May 17, 2024

May is Older Americans Month. This year’s theme, "Powered by Connection" focuses on the profound impact that meaningful connections have on the well-being and health of older adults. Each week this month, members and volunteers share how their involvement with NNV has powered connections for them.

Celebrating Older Americans Month: You Don’t Have to Walk Alone

May 10, 2024

May is Older Americans Month. This year’s theme, "Powered by Connection" focuses on the profound impact that meaningful connections have on the well-being and health of older adults. Each week this month, members and volunteers share how their involvement with NNV has powered connections for them.

Celebrating Older Americans Month: If you want it, create it!

May 3, 2024

Established in 1963, Older Americans Month is celebrated every May. This is a time to recognize older Americans' contributions, highlight aging trends, and reaffirm commitments to serving the older adults in our communities.

Support NNV’s Tickets for a Cause – Tuesday, May 30th at 7pm

April 26, 2024

NNV’s annual fundraiser, Tickets for a Cause is back by popular demand!

Planet vs Plastics

April 19, 2024

This year’s Earth Day theme is Planet vs. Plastics. Here are some facts about plastic and tips to help you reduce plastic use.

Celebrating National Volunteer Appreciation Month at NNV!

April 12, 2024

Volunteers are the heart of our Village and this week we had the pleasure of celebrating our wonderful volunteers at our annual Volunteer Appreciation Celebration.

Introduction to NNV’s New Strategic Plan

April 5, 2024

Last year, with involvement from the board, members, volunteers, donors, and other interested parties, we embarked on a new strategic planning process. That process is now complete. On March 21, the Board unanimously approved a new Plan intended to guide us for the next few years, 2024 through 2028.

Making Sense of Senior Living Options

March 29, 2024

Last week, NNV partnered with the Chevy Chase Community Association to offer a program on senior living options. Senior living expert Jennifer Brown, Iona social worker Lisa Rindner, and I shared a wealth of information.

Four Years after Covid-19 Upended Our Lives

March 22, 2024

It's hard to believe it's been four years since the coronavirus changed life as we knew it.

Dear Friend of NNV

March 15, 2024

I am serving my second year as president of Northwest Neighbors Village. Serving on the board has been an incredibly rewarding experience. It is not often that one has the opportunity to participate in an organization as dedicated to making a difference in the lives of real people as NNV is.

Drawing The Map of Your Life

March 8, 2024

Drawing The Map of Your Life is the second group experience in David Oldfield’s Four Seasons of Creativity for Elders series.

Creating Your Personal Legacy Box: A Life Story Told Through Objects and Mementoes

March 1, 2024

Creating Legacy Boxes was the first group experience in David Oldfield’s Four Seasons of Creativity for Elders series.

Opportunities to Encourage Mayor Bowser to Support Older Adults

February 23, 2024

Let Mayor Bowser know what District residents need to age well in our city.

Up Close and Personal with Katrina Polk, Ph.D

February 16, 2024

In traditional societies, a “life calling” occurs “at the place where one’s great passion and gifts meet the world’s great need.” If that’s true, Katrina Polk surely has a calling to care for older adults.

NNV Executive Director Featured in Chevy Chase News & Notes

February 9, 2024

Earlier this month, Stephanie Chong was interviewed by Jerry Malitz of Chevy Chase News & Notes. She spoke on everything from how she got involved with the Village, to why the Village is so important, and more. Here are some excerpts from the interview.

Piano Four-Hands

February 2, 2024

Washington is home to many talented and interesting people. Lucky for us, accomplished pianists and NNV volunteers Cathy Waldman and Paul Levi are neighbors who will generously share their talent with our community.

DC Villages Names Dr. Polk as Inaugural Executive Director

January 26, 2024

The DC Villages Collaborative has selected Dr. Katrina Polk to serve as its inaugural executive director.

Four seasons of creativity for elders

January 19, 2024

It is not common knowledge, but elderhood is a wonderfully creative time in the human life cycle.

What’s New with Covid

January 12, 2024

Chances are you or someone you know has had Covid recently. The JN.1 variant is responsible for a rise in Covid infections.

An invitation to volunteer with us!

January 5, 2024

As we venture into the new year equipped with our shiny new resolutions (perhaps your resolutions are similar to mine--exercising, eating well, staying healthy in body and mind, and making time for what really matters), we hope that you’ll consider volunteering with NNV and join us in strengthening our vibrant community of older adults.

Looking Ahead with Hope

December 29, 2023

2024 marks NNV’s 15th Anniversary! This is an exciting milestone for us, and we look forward to celebrating with you!

Thank You for Building a Generous and Supportive Community

December 22, 2023

‘Tis the season to celebrate friendships and the beautiful connections created throughout the year. Thanks to you, we have much to be grateful for in 2023!

Morgan Gopnik Named NNV’s 2023 Volunteer of the Year

December 15, 2023

Each year, members and staff nominate volunteers whose service goes above and beyond. We are delighted to announce that volunteer Morgan Gopnik has been named our 2023 Volunteer of the Year!

Maintaining Pelvic Floor Health…It’s More Than Kegels!

December 8, 2023

Pelvic floor dysfunction, which typically presents as urinary incontinence, fecal incontinence, and/or pelvic organ prolapse is common, but not a normal part of aging.

How Are Village Members Matched with Volunteers?

December 1, 2023

Our volunteers do an amazing job of helping our members stay connected, engaged, and supported in our community. Have you ever wondered how it all works? You might be surprised with how much goes on behind the scenes to make these important connections.

Giving Tuesday is Almost Here! Save the Date – November 28th

November 24, 2023

Giving Tuesday is a global generosity movement, unleashing the power of people and organizations to transform their communities.

NNV Walks Offer Good Company and Exercise

November 17, 2023

A few years ago, NNV began organized group walks as a way to have our members and volunteers enjoy the outdoors together, get some exercise, and get to know each other a bit better. When Covid descended on us, it became a great way to get together safely outdoors.

Don’t Miss Out on Upcoming Programs at NNV

November 10, 2023

Did you know 700 of your neighbors have participated in NNV programming this year? Come see what your Village has to offer!

Important Update to NNV's Mask Policy

November 3, 2023

According to the CDC, the Covid-19 hospital admission rate is low in the District. When the hospital admission rate is low, the CDC states that, "people may choose to mask at any time". Therefore, NNV is lifting our mask mandate for all in-person services and events that take place indoors. 

Village to Village Network Conference

October 27, 2023

Earlier this month, Northwest Neighbors Village presented at the Village to Village Network conference.

Learn about and Try Out Assistive Devices with DCATP

October 20, 2023

The District of Columbia Assistive Technology Program (DCATP) is a citywide program that helps District residents with disabilities to access the assisted technology (AT) devices and services needed to reduce barriers and enhance independence.

Stay Up-to-Date on Fall Vaccines with the Help of NNV

October 13, 2023

Northwest Neighbors Village is hosting a vaccine clinic on Monday, October 23 from 10-3 at Seabury at Friendship Terrace.

Understanding and Talking about Falls

October 6, 2023

This week we will focus on what a fall is and the importance of talking about them.

Fall Prevention: Awareness to Action

September 29, 2023

Many people think, “It won’t happen to me!”, but the truth is that more than 1 in 4 older adults fall every year in the U.S. Falls can have devastating consequences.

NNV Shares Our Passion for Reading

September 22, 2023

Back in late July, I shared some of my favorite books starring older adults with our weekly email update subscribers. The piece resonated with our avid reading community who had their own beloved titles and series to share.

Deepening NNV’s Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI)

September 15, 2023

The NNV board, staff, and DEI working group members recently participated in a workshop to organize our efforts to become a more equitable and inclusive organization.

NNV’s Response to Recent Uptick in Covid Cases

September 8, 2023

Covid is on the rise in the DC region, and most of us know one or more person who has recently been infected. For the health and safety of our Village community, NNV will reinstitute our Covid prevention protocol.

Don’t Miss Out on Upcoming Programs at NNV

September 1, 2023

Summer may be coming to an end but NNV’s programming is heating up.

August is Make-A-Will Month

August 25, 2023

August is Make-A-Will Month, a reminder to create a will or update your current one.

What You Need to Know about Covid

August 18, 2023

There’s an uptick in Covid cases in the DC region. In case you missed last week’s Spotlight that highlighted Katelyn Jetelina’s blog, Your Local Epidemiologist, we’ve decided to highlight a few important points with permission from the author

Nature is good for the soul!

August 11, 2023

The term forest bathing emerged in Japan. Shinrin-yoku (“forest bathing” or “taking in the forest atmosphere”) offers an antidote to technology and the daily pace of life, and an opportunity to reconnect with and protect our environment.

Fighting Ageism by Using Inclusive Language

August 4, 2023

As part of the Village movement, NNV is committed to building a supportive community for older adults in Northwest, DC. Intrinsic in this work is creating a space where our neighbors can age with the dignity they deserve and fighting ageism when we hear it or see it.

Summer Reading List: Books Starring Older Adults

July 28, 2023

Reading is one of my favorite summer pastimes, and, at least for me, can be as rejuvenating as a vacation. I’d like to share some of my favorite books that put older adults and their experiences in the spotlight where they should be!

In Case You Missed It

July 21, 2023

NNV has so much going on and we want to make sure you haven’t missed any of it. Here are some highlights to keep you in the know:

Beat the Heat This Summer

July 14, 2023

Washington, DC is known for hot and humid summer weather. Exposure to excessive heat is dangerous for everyone.

Help Older Adults Stay Engaged and Connected Regardless of Their Ability to Pay

July 7, 2023

In 2021, the NNV board made a significant commitment to address equity at our Village.

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