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Free Wellness & Community Programs for DC Residents age 60+

Bringing
older adults

together

Join us In Person or Virtually

find programs for you

All In-Person Events

Fitness and recreational programs that take place at Iona Senior Services, DC Public Libraries, and DPR Recreation Centers in Wards 2 and 3.

Virtual Arts and Social

Join these programs to explore art, history, and other engaging topics while connecting with others from your home.

Virtual Fitness and Wellness Classes

Move, stretch, and stay active with virtual classes like yoga, Zumba, tai chi, and dance—fun and wellness from home.

Special Events (In-person & virtual)

Join special events like ATDC Socials, educational presentations, tech classes, and more—unique one-time sessions to learn and connect.

Around Town DC: Event Directory

upcoming Special events

  • Tech with Tai: Video Calling for Older Adults

    Zoom, FaceTime, WhatsApp, and Virtual Meeting Etiquette

    • Virtual via Zoom
    • November 26 @ 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
      Virtual Event

  • Morning Walk with Liana

    Get your steps in with a morning walk around Tenleytown!

    • Iona Senior Services- Patio
    • December 2 @ 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

  • VIRTUAL Decluttering Step-by-Step with Marjorie Dick Stuart

    If you’ve ever asked yourself...“What am I going to do with all this stuff?” you’re going to love Decluttering Step-By-Step!

    • Virtual via Zoom
    • December 4 @ 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
      Virtual Event

  • Age Well: This Year Will Be Different — How to Stick to Your Resolutions

    In this lecture, author Dr. Catherine Sanderson, a leading expert in positive psychology, will examine tools we can use to set and work towards goals.

    • Iona Senior Services
    • December 16 @ 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

  • VIRTUAL Recognizing Heart Failure: Signs, Symptoms, and Next Steps

    Join Dr. Tania Vora, a cardiologist from MedStar Georgetown University Hospital as she empowers the audience with need-to-know information about heart failure signs, symptoms, and the steps you can take to find the best care locally for you and your loved ones.

    • Virtual via Zoom
    • December 5 @ 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
      Virtual Event

  • Iona Insights: Wellness and Arts Adult Day Program Overview

    Meredith Gursky, Iona's Wellness & Arts Center Program Manager, and Ellen Feder, Ph.D, social work intern, will be giving a presentation about The Wellness & Arts Center--a program of Iona that provides individualized therapeutic, social, and health services during the day for older adults

    • Virtual via Zoom
    • December 4 @ 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
      Virtual Event

  • 🎉Around Town DC Holiday Social

    This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with others, unwind before the holidays, and enjoy great live music.

    • Iona Senior Services- East Wing
    • December 18 @ 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

  • VIRTUAL Finding an Assisted Living Facility with Arlene

    This session is designed to help demystify the process, equip you with practical knowledge, and support individuals who may be planning for themselves or assisting a loved one.

    • Virtual via Zoom
    • December 11 @ 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
      Virtual Event

A program of Iona Senior Services, supported by the DC Department of Aging and Community Living

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While Around Town DC primarily features programs and activities that take place in Wards 2 and 3, anyone can use our site and join our programs, as long as you are a DC resident, age 60+.

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