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Virtual Resources
- Brain Health
25 Key Resources to Improve Brain Health and Mental Health – SharpBrains
Events | Alzheimer's Association
Top 10 Benefits of Puzzle Solving for Adults
AARP Brain Health Resource Center https://www.aarp.org/health/brain-health/
Center for Disease Control: 7 Ways to Help Maintain Your Brain Health https://www.cdc.gov/aging/olderadultsandhealthyaging/maintainng-your-brain-health.html
National Institute on Aging: Cognitive Health and Older Adults https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/brain-health/cognitive-health-and-older-adults
- Recreation
Virtual Center For Active Adults
Join in a variety of fun activities such as fitness classes, special presentations, interactive games and much more on-demand!
https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/neighborhood-community-services/virtual-center-active-adults
Senior Centers of Prince William County
Both of our Senior Centers offer a wide variety of structured and unstructured activities and classes. Activities are designed to enhance health and wellness, strengthen the mind, and give older adults an opportunity to enjoy time with friends. Activities and classes offered may include fitness, dancing, computer, seasonal parties, woodcarving, painting, cards, board games and a variety of craft programs. Exercise equipment, ping pong tables, and a pool table are also available. Access the monthly newsletters for both Woodbridge and Manassas Senior Center locations quickly and conveniently as well as access the link to the virtual center for active adults here.
https://www.pwcva.gov/department/area-agency-aging/senior-centers
Top 10 Free Things To Do for Seniors In Woodbridge, Virginia
https://seniorsplaces.com/blogs/top-10-free-things-to-do-for-seniors-in-woodbridge-virginia
- Acting Out of the Box!
- Crafts & Sewing
- Games
Chess * works best on Chrome, Firefox or Edge
Scrabble
Online Games by the Washington Post
https://games.washingtonpost.com/?itid=sn_crosswords%20&%20games_5/
- Education
Washington National Cathedral Concert:
National Veterans Day Concert at Washington National Cathedral
Virginia History
Tour Mount Vernon, home of George Washington.
Visit behind the scenes at Hames Madison’s Montpelier.
Explore educational resources and take virtual tours in Colonial Williamsburg.
There’s always something new to discover at the Virginia Museum of History & Culture.
Explore the folk heritage of the Blue Ridge region at the Blue Ridge Institute & Museum.
Enjoy the beauty of Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden from home.
Additional resources:
Northern Virginia Community College Classes for Senior Citizens
Please click the link below for more information on how to enroll and if you qualify.
https://www.nvcc.edu/admissions/apply/senior-citizens.html
Lifelong Learning Information by Virginia Navigator https://virginianavigator.org/article/12296/lifelong-learning
Virginia Department for Aging and Rehabilitation Services- Division for Aging Services: Resources https://www.vda.virginia.gov/resources.htm
Road Scholar
Lifelong learning programs for adults 50 and older.
- Entertainment
Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center
Metropolitan Opera: Free recorded performances. *Website had been optimized for Chrome, Firefox, and Safari.
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater: For a limited time, Alvin Ailey is sharing full-length videos of the Company performing on stage.
PBS Great Performances: Explore and stream free musical and theatrical performances.
Animal Cams
The Smithsonian’s National Zoo: Watch giant pandas Tian Tian and Mei Xiang on the zoo’s two Panda Cams. * Website had been optimized for Chrome, Firefox, and Safari.
Monterey Bay Aquarium: Choose from 10 live cams, from sea otters to jellyfish. * Website had been optimized for Chrome, Firefox, and Safari.
San Diego Zoo: Watch a variety of animals, from apes to koalas, penguins to tigers. *they ask you to donate, but it is not required to watch the cams.
American Eagle Foundation’s Eagle Cams- Explore the world of Bald Eagles through five different high-definition, live-streaming cameras placed over wild and captive Bald Eagle nests, including a wild pair residing at the National Arboretum in Washington, D.C. * Website had been optimized for Chrome, Firefox, and Safari.
Aquarium of the Pacific: View live cams of penguins, sharks and more. Visitors can also connect to a variety of educational resources such as videos, online exhibits and recorded lectures.
Museums
The Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum: Take a virtual tour of the hundreds of aircraft and spacecraft on display at the National Mall Building. Or Udvar-Hazy Center.
The Museum of National Museum of Natural History Virtual Tour https://naturalhistory.si.edu/visit/virtual-tour
Colonial Williamsburg Virtual Tours https://www.colonialwilliamsburg.org/learn/virtual-tours/
Virtual Tours of Virginia https://www.virginia.org/plan-your-trip/international-visitors/virtual-tours-of-virginia/
Monticello Virtual Tour https://virtualtour.monticello.org/?_ga=2.258111566.573155213.1719936558-907367646.1719936558
The Louvre Virtual Tours https://www.louvre.fr/en/online-tours
DC Museums Virtual Tours https://washington.org/dctogether/virtual-dc-museums
National Geographic Virtual Tour Exhibit https://news.nationalgeographic.org/the-national-geographic-museum-releases-a-virtual-tour-of-its-current-exhibition-becoming-jane-the-evolution-of-dr-jane-goodall/
Additional information:
National Geographic Education Virtual Programming https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwDYgc65Zhn5RaUe--9-efZTI5qyF0K1k
AARP Entertainment for Grownups Over 50 https://www.aarp.org/entertainment/
Bluebird Tours: The Bluebird Tour Program provides fun travel experiences for all residents age 55 and older who reside in Prince William County and the cities of Manassas and Manassas Park.
https://www.pwcva.gov/department/area-agency-aging/bluebird-tours
- Neighborhood Store Hours for At-Risk Population
BJ’s Wholesale Center
8 am-9am Monday through Saturday for customers 60 and older, (normal hours 9 am-9 pm).*Please note, the times and information listed above are subject to change.
CDC Guideline for People Who are at a Higher Risk for Severe Illness from COVID-19
- 65 years and older
- Nursing home or long term care facility resident
- Chronic lung disease, moderate to severe asthma
- Severe heart conditions
- Immunocompromised
- Sever Obesity (BMI>40)
- Underlying Medical Conditions, Liver Disease, Diabetes, Chronic Kidney Disease.
- Upcoming Events
Virtual Center For Active Adults
Join in a variety of fun activities such as fitness classes, special presentations, interactive games and much more on-demand!
https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/neighborhood-community-services/virtual-center-active-adults
Prince William County Events
Conveniently search for your favorite upcoming local events in Prince William County. Please contact the venue directly for event confirmation and for more information.