Resources
We have organized our resources according to categories, which includes: Transportation, Local Resources, Caregivers, Social Isolation, End of Life, Safety, and Technology Support. If you are a CHV member and have any questions about these resources, call the Village at 202-543-1778.
Transportation Resources
Capitol Hill Village
Check out our transportation webpage for our transportation resources: https://capitolhillvillage.org/transportation
CHV Transportation Guide
View or download the Capitol Hill Village Guide To Transportation Options For Older Adults And People With Disabilities at: https://capitolhillvillage.org/transportationguide/
Local Resources
Citywide Aging Services and Resources
The Department of Aging and Community Living (DACL)
Website: https://dacl.dc.gov/
Phone: 202-724-5626
DACL serves District residents 60 and older, adults living with disabilities, and those who care for them. In partnership with more than 20 community-based organizations across the city, they offer more than 40 free or low-cost programs to help all District residents live boldly at any age, stage, or ability.
Through a variety of programs including community activities and events, nutrition and transportation services, healthcare and insurance counseling, caregiver support resources, and adult protective services, DACL is building a District where we can all thrive together in the communities we know and love.
Ward 6 Residents
Seabury Resources For Aging
Website: https://www.seaburyresources.org/
Seabury provides personalized, affordable services and housing options to help older adults in the greater Washington, DC area live with independence and dignity.
Citywide Services Hub
DC 311
Website: https://ouc.dc.gov/page/311-about
Call DC 311 at 311 or (202) 737-4404 if calling from outside the District
Text "NEW" or "MENU" 32311 (DC311)
Visit the Online Portal at 311.dc.gov
Download the DC 311 Mobile App from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store
Live Chat with a 311 Customer Service Representative via the 311 Online Portal. Live Chat is available from 8:00 AM to 5:15 PM.
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The Office of Unified Communications’ (OUC) 311 Call Center Operation provides a one-stop service experience for constituents, residents, and visitors searching for DC government services, numbers, and information. The Operation was designed to make the public's interaction with the city government more accessible and efficient.
Services and Programs For DC LGBT Residents
The DC LGBTQ+ Community Center
Website: https://thedccenter.org/
The DC LGBTQ+ Community Center educates, empowers, celebrates, and connects the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender communities.
Local Senior Services Guide
Iona Senior Services
Access the most recent Resource Guide: https://www.iona.org/resource-guide/
If you would like a printed version of the Guide, contact (202) 895-9409.
The Iona Resource Guide is a free comprehensive guide to aging and caregiving resources in the metropolitan Washington, DC area.
24/7 Mental Health Services Helpline
DC Department of Behavioral Health
Phone: 1-888-793-4357
Local Fitness and Wellness
DC Senior Wellness Centers
Website: https://dacl.dc.gov/service/senior-wellness-centers-0
The DC Senior Wellness Centers are designed to help you continue living boldly by taking charge of your health, wellness, and social life. Take advantage of daily activities, group lunches, exercise equipment, computer labs, and a friendly atmosphere to keep you healthy, connected, and thriving.
Wellness Centers exist in every Ward, go to https://dacl.dc.gov/service/senior-wellness-centers-0 to learn more about the Wellness Center(s) near you.
Caregiver Resources
Citywide Caregiver Programs
The Department of Aging and Community Living (DACL)
Website: https://dacl.dc.gov/service/caregiver-programs
Phone: 202-724-5626
DACL provides a variety of programs and services to support unpaid caregivers to our seniors and adults with disabilities. From caregiver respite programs to support groups, educational programs to case management. You are not alone in your journey—DACL is with you.
Dementia and Other Memory Issues
Alzheimer’s Association National Capital Area Chapter
Website: https://www.alz.org/nca
Phone: 1-800-272-3900
The National Capital Area Chapter serves people with Alzheimer's disease and other dementias and their families and caregivers in the District of Columbia, suburban and Southern Maryland and Northern Virginia.
The Alzheimer's Association leads the way to end Alzheimer's and all other dementia — by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support.
Guides and Resources For Caregivers
National Alliance for Caregiving
Website: https://www.caregiving.org/resources/
NAC is a dedicated to improving quality of life for friend and family caregivers and those in their care, by advancing research, advocacy, and innovation.
AARP
AARP
Website: https://www.aarp.org/caregiving/
AARP is the nation's largest nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to empowering Americans 50 and older to choose how they live as they age.
Resources For LGBT Caregivers
National Resource Center on LGBT Aging
Website: https://lgbtagingcenter.org/
The National Resource Center on LGBT Aging, a program of SAGE, is the country's first and only technical assistance resource center focused on improving the quality of services and supports offered to lesbian, gay, bisexual, and/or transgender older adults, families and caregivers.
The National Resource Center on LGBT Aging provides training, technical assistance and educational resources to aging providers, LGBT organizations and LGBT older adults.
Social Isolation Resources
CHV Members
Village Connections
Village Connections is CHV's own 1:1 volunteer support program. If you would like to receive friendly calls or volunteer to give them, contact Lizzy at lkosin@capitolhillvillage.org.
LGBT Resources
SAGE x Hear Me
Website: https://www.sageusa.org/hearme/
Registration Form: https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/51561bfe99d24ad0825f5fcdca5760ca
HearMe, an LGBTQ+ founded company, is an on-demand mental wellness app that allows you to text one-on-one with trained empathetic listeners to get things off your chest, be seen, heard, and validated. SAGE x HearMe is compassionate support at your fingertips.
Once you complete the HearMe registration form, you will receive an email from HearMe with instructions on how to download the app and create your account.
Phone Support
The Friendship Line/Institute on Aging
Phone: 1-800-971-0016
Website: https://www.ioaging.org/services/friendship-line
The only accredited crisis line in the country for people aged 60 years and older, and adults living with disabilities. The Friendship Line is available 24 hours a day.
Activities and Resources
Commit to Connect
Website: https://acl.gov/CommitToConnect/activities
This website focuses on combatting social isolation, and is run by the Administration for Community Living. This site includes resources, activities, and how you can help others.
End of Life Resources
CHV End of Life Symposium
CHV Contemplation of Our End of Life Symposium
The Capitol Hill Village "Contemplation of Our End of Life Symposium" was a two part event exploring options for use in planning your or a loved one's future. Part One provided a high level view of the issues and options related to end of life, and Part Two provided a more detailed look at what a person needs to know for planning one's end of life.
You can view the Symposium session and workshop recordings below or on our YouTube channel: Click Here
End of Life Planning
Getting Your Papers In Order
Getting your papers in order (GYPIO) is an affinity group that centers on end-of-life planning. The purpose of this group is to ensure that our members end of life choices are planned and documented once they die. Capitol Hill Village embraces death as a natural part of the life cycle and empowers our members to embrace this thought as well. GYPIO members meet in small groups to plan and discuss wills, trusts, family information, financial planning, advanced directives, power of attorney, amongst several other relevant topics.
To learn more or join a GYPIO group contact info@capitolhillvillage.org or call 202-543-1778.
Discussing End of Life
Samaritan
Website: https://samaritannj.org/resources/end-of-life-conversation-starters/
This website includes a collection of resources from Samaritan, AARP, The Conversation project, and more on end-of-life conversations.
Safety Resources
Financial Fraud
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau a agency that helps consumer finance markets work by making regulations more effective, consistently and fairly enforcing rules, and empowering consumers to take more control over their economic lives.
Website: https://www.consumerfinance.gov/
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Resources on Fraud
Elder Abuse and Exploitation
DC Government Resources: https://dc.gov/service/fighting-elder-abuse-and-exploitation
Adult Protective Services 24-hour hotline: 202-541-3950
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National Center on Elder Abuse: https://ncea.acl.gov/
Phone Number: 1-855-500-3537
Technology Resources
Online Peer Tech Courses
Get Set Up
Website: https://www.getsetup.io/
GetSetUp is on a mission to help the third of the world’s population who are over 55 to learn new skills, connect with others and unlock new life experiences.
On Demand Tech Courses
DC Public Library
Website: https://www.dclibrary.org/linkedinlearning
The DC Library provides unlimited access to an online library of over 16,000 high-quality instructional videos taught by industry experts on the latest software tools and skills. Videos for all levels of learners. Learn a whole course or just the section you need. Topics include Microsoft Office, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Web design, Social Media, Business and Career Skills and much more.
In Person Tech Workshops
Connect.DC
Website: https://connect.dc.gov/seniors
Our goal is to help older District residents navigate the digital landscape and make technology relevant to their daily lives.
We offer:
- Tech workshops (Smartphone 101, Social Media 101, Internet Safety)
- Free tech support
- Training classes from DCPL and other providers