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Residents’ Rights Month, an annual event designated by Consumer Voice, honors residents living in all long-term care facilities and those receiving care in their homes or communities. It provides an opportunity to recognize and celebrate the dignity and rights of every individual receiving long-term services and supports. Residents have the right to self-determination and to use their voices to make their own choices.
This year’s theme, "Join Us at the Table," highlights the central role that food, mealtime, and community play in residents’ daily lives. Food represents comfort, culture, identity, and connection – a daily experience that shapes dignity and quality of life.
The Middle Stages of Dementia
Wednesday, October 14th from 12–1:30 p.m.
Understand what to expect as dementia symptoms progress, learn how to effectively adjust care strategies, and determine when to consider professional help and support.
Long Term Care Options
Wednesday, November 4th from 12–1:30 p.m.
Evaluate long-term care options, including in-home care, assisted living, and memory care. Provides essential guidance on successfully navigating the transition process.
Late-Stage Care and Comfort
Wednesday, December 9th from 12–1:30 p.m.
Learn about comfort measures and how to recognize pain and distress. Provides an overview of hospice care and offers strategies for coping with grief and loss.
Complimentary classes provided by Insight Memory Care. Register here.
Friday, October 9th, from 12–1:00 p.m.
George Worthington, Dementia Services Director for Virginia's Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services (DARS) will present on what we know and what you can do to support brain health across the lifespan. Knowledge about the impact of lifestyle and other factors on brain health has increased tremendously over the past fifteen years, with evidence now suggesting that up to half of dementias could be prevented or delayed. This session covers risk factors for dementia, the science behind them, and small changes that can make a big difference. Register Here
To report abuse, exploitation, or neglect of an adult 60 years or older or an incapacitated adult 18 years or older, contact Adult Protective Services. Reports can be made 24/7 and are confidential.
City of Alexandria: Call 703-746-5778
Arlington County: Call 703-228-1700
Fairfax County, City of Fairfax, & Falls Church: Call 703-324-7450, TTY: 711
Loudoun County: Call 703-771-5742
Elsewhere in Virginia: Call 888-832-3858 or file a report online.
- Advocates for improving the quality of life for persons receiving long-term care services
- Works to resolve complaints against long-term care providers through counseling, negotiation, and investigation
- Provides information about long-term care providers to help consumers make informed decisions
- Educates the community about long-term care issues
- Visits residents of long-term care facilities on a weekly basis through a volunteer program
- Trains long-term care staff on long-term care related information
- Consults with providers
Location: 12011 Government Center Parkway, Suite 708 Fairfax, VA 22035
Monday through Friday (8 a.m.4:30 p.m.)
Call: 703-324-5861 TTY: 711
Fax: 703-653-1796
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