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Reginald Watson On His Appointment to The Mayor Commission on Aging (DACL)

Reginald Watson On His Appointment to The Mayor’s Commission on Aging (DACL)

June 26, 2024

Wednesday, June 26, 2024, Reginald Watson was sworn in at the Department of Aging and Community Living (DACL) as a member on the Mayor’s Commission on Aging. The Commission on Aging was established to advise the Mayor, the Director of DACL, the Council of the District of Columbia, and the public at-large concerning the views and needs of the aged in the District of Columbia. As a Commissioner, his primary duty will be to advocate for DC seniors...

Bowser Administration Announces Grant Recipients for the DACL Lead Agency Grant Program FY2024

Exciting News: A New Era for DC Seniors Begins on October 1, 2023!

October 1, 2023

DACL is thrilled to share some exciting news that will usher in a new era of support and care for DC seniors! Beginning October 1, 2023, DACL is proud to announce the arrival of our new lead agencies. These agencies will play a pivotal role in enhancing the lives of senior citizens aged 60 and older through crucial social services, information resources, nutrition assistance, and other impactful senior-focused initiatives in Washington DC.

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Grant Recipients for the DACL Lead Agency Program FY2024

August 15, 2023

August 15, 2023, the Bowser Administration and the Department of Aging and Community Living (DACL), announced the grant recipients of the Fiscal Year 2024 Lead Agency Grant. DACL’s Lead Agency Grant Program supports high-quality services for residents ages 60 and older by funding essential social programs, information services, nutrition services, and other forms of senior assistance.

“Recapturing Memories: Jazz for a Better Life”

Friday, Sept. 15, 2023

On Friday, September 15, 2023, GNJ’s Music Memory Café Band will perform at The Residences at Thomas Circle with their Artistic Music Director, Davey Yarborough. The Music Memory Café aims to provide retired jazz musicians living with memory challenges an opportunity to share their musical talents and connect with others throughout the District of Columbia. This project was initiated as a platform for seniors to gather, exchange their stories, and find solace in the therapeutic power of music...
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Genevieve N. Johnson Senior Daycare Center Awarded FY2024 Lead Agency Grant by Bowser Administration and DACL for Ward 4

GNJ Awarded FY2024 Lead Agency Grant by Bowser Administration and DACL for Ward 4

Washington, DC, August 15, 2023 — Genevieve N. Johnson Senior Daycare Center (gnjseniordaycare.com) is proud to announce its selection as the Lead Agency for Ward 4 in the Fiscal Year 2024 Lead Agency Grant program. This esteemed grant, awarded by the Bowser Administration and the Department of Aging and Community Living (DACL)...

Looking For Retired Jazz Musicians!

Genevieve N. Johnson Senior Day Care Center's Music Memory Café is looking for retired jazz musicians! The 2023 March and April auditions for GNJ's Music Memory Café are happening now! Please contact Angela Ballard to sign up for auditions at 202-723-8537. For more information, please visit our website at www.musicmemorycafedc.com.

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