Check out the new “Leveraging Resources Handbook” from the Village to Village Network, CLICK HERE.

This project highlights the value of existing Village and Area Agencies on Aging (AAA) collaborations and the exciting potential for the growth of these relationships. The purpose of the handbook being to serve as a catalyst for many more connections between Villages and AAAs as the organizations gain greater understanding of what each offers and how together we serve our common goal of an enriched and healthy environment for older adults.

Check out the Handbook for a “case study” of the DC Villages’ relationship with the Department of Aging and Community Living and a section on Capitol Hill Village and our work with DACL on LGBTQ programming.

Click here to download a PDF of the October CHV News.

• Hearing Aid Access Expands. Hearing aids will now be available directly from stores and online retailers, and we have information to help you make choices. See pages 1 & 2.
  
• Keeping Safe at Home. CHV wants to keep people safe in their homes—whether it’s making sure smoke alarms are in working order or your shower has safe equipment. See pages 1 & 11.
  
• Candidates Respond to CHV Questionnaire. Four candidates for the DC City Council answered questions from CHV. See pages 6–7.
  
• CHV is 15! Geoff Lewis celebrates the 15th anniversary CHV and tells us how it has evolved from the time a few folks got together to get the ball rolling. See page 4.

Interested in sponsoring CHV for a month? To find out more, contact Judy Berman for
details: jberman@capitolhillvillage.org.

Capitol Hill Village is hiring! We are seeking a full time Administrative Coordinator to join our staff. Applications must be sent in by October 14th. For the full job description and how to apply please go to the job openings section of our website: https://capitolhillvillage.org/about/staff/current-openings/

Click here to download a PDF of the September CHV News.

• Get Your Move On! CHV wants to get you moving, and we’ve got lots of ideas. For two weeks, starting Saturday Sept. 17, you can rack up activity minutes and help raise funds for CHV programs. Check out the Events List for activities you can join, and check the GYMO web site for special walks and bike rides. Save October 1 for a GYMO Celebration in Lincoln Park! See pages 1 & 2.
  
• Pickleball may be an activity you’ve been wanting to try—read how Village members took the initiative to create a playing court on Capitol Hill. There are frequent games and new folks are always welcome. See page 8.
  
• CHV is also encouraging you to get a move on Getting Your Papers in Order. Those important personal and legal documents need to be up-to-date as part of end-of-life planning. See page 4.
  
• If you need transportation to doctor’s appointments, educational programs, or other activities, there is news on the VetsRide Program and ConnectorCard. See page 5.
  
• Don’t let wrist pain slow you down—CHV wants to organize a group to share experiences and techniques for managing challenges. See page 9.

Interested in sponsoring CHV for a month? To find out more, contact Judy Berman for details: jberman@capitolhillvillage.org.

Didn’t get to attend our End of Life Symposium earlier this year? No worries! You can now virtually peruse the sessions and workshops anytime at your own pace by going to the End of Life Symposium webpage: https://capitolhillvillage.org/end-of-life-symposium/

The Capitol Hill Village virtual LGBTQ Intergenerational Symposium (established in 2020) centers the experiences and voices of LGBTQ community members of different ages. The purpose of the Symposium is to bring together generations of the LGBTQ community and allies to have fun, connect, and learn. The Symposium includes panels, breakout sessions, health and wellness sessions, and more!

This year’s theme is “Over the Rainbow” which centers around the idea that our community is continuously expanding, developing, and looking towards the future. The virtual Kickoff will take place on September 22nd at 6:00pm and the Symposium will be September 23rd from 12:00pm to 4:30pm. Registration opens on September 1st!

Contact sross@capitolhillvillage.org or call 202-543-1778 x204 if you are interested in learning more about or assisting with the 2022 Symposium.

Click here to download a copy of the July-August CHV News.
The News team is on summer break and the next issue will publish in September.

• Be Cool, Capitol Hill. The hot summer season has arrived and CHV has some “cool” suggestions for staying safe.  Also: learn about DC’s Heat Emergency Plan and how to sign up for notifications. See pages 1 & 2.
• Summer Reading and Beyond. The CHV Literary Club has determined the book selections for the coming year. And you can also join an antiracist discussion pod which is starting a new book in July. See pages 5 and 10. 
• When to Call the Village?  If you’ve sometimes wondered “When should I call the Village,” we have some answers. See page 12.
• Thinking about the Perfect Coda for a Life Well-Lived. A June Capitol Hill Village Symposium was Part II of a program encouraging members to think about and talk about their end-of-life. Two end-of-life options were featured: hospice care and DC’s Death with Dignity law. See page 8.

Interested in sponsoring CHV for a month? To find out more, contact Judy Berman for details: jberman@capitolhillvillage.org.

Click here to download a copy of the June CHV News.

• Contemplating our End of Life—Part II, following the well-attended opening chapter on this important topic, the focus is on the services we might need and how we can put our end-of-life choices in place.
• It’s your turn to talk—Capitol Hill Village benefits from member input and opinion, and a new survey coming out in June aims to gauge current interests and needs.
• ANC Commissioner Kirsten Oldenburg focuses on improving pedestrian safety and traffic flow on Capitol Hill, and this year was honored with a Capitol Hill Community Achievement Award.
• Pride Month 2022 has a series of events that offer opportunity for fun and reflection.

Interested in sponsoring CHV for a month? To find out more, contact Judy Berman for details: jberman@capitolhillvillage.org.

Click here to download a copy of the May CHV News.

• End of Life conversations with friends and family are not easy. The Part I CHV symposium offered suggestions and support and is was recorded for everyone to view. Look for Part II on June 9.
• Need some gardening help this spring? Gardenpalooza is back, and don’t forget about the Garden Tool Library.
• Two candidates for DC Council Chair in the primary election answer questions from CHV. We will print more responses as the are received.
• Norm Metzger sometimes practices what he calls “flighty” reading, and he has three book suggestions.
• The 2022 Auction and Virtual Gathering were successes, and CHV has a long list of thank yous for members, neighbors, and businesses.

Did you know our PDF file includes bookmarks? Just click the bookmark icon to see all the articles in the issue. You can also use the the search function to quickly locate items of interest to you.

Interested in sponsoring CHV for a month? To find out more, contact Judy Berman for details: jberman@capitolhillvillage.org.

Join us in person on June 5th, 2022 from 2:00pm to 4:00pm for a wine reception raising funds in support of the Jon Genderson Memorial Fund. The reception will be held at the Residences at Eastern Market party room and rooftop terrace. Tickets are $150 per person and additional sponsorship is optional.

The Jon Genderson Memorial Fund helps ensure that any resident of Capitol Hill can join, participate and benefit from Capitol Hill Village without regard to income. 

To purchase tickets or make a donation go to: https://one.bidpal.net/chvgenderson2022/welcome
Learn more about the Genderson Fund at: https://capitolhillvillage.org/gendersonfund/