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Northern Virginia is a thriving area outside the nation’s capital and it is a wonderful\u00a0location for seniors to stay engaged in their community. Each city in NOVA has its own feel but truly there is something for everyone. Here are some of the activities seniors can enjoy.<\/p>\n

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1. Volunteer<\/h2>\n

The counties in Northern Virginia have an army of seniors working to make their communities even better by\u00a0volunteering<\/a>. Some of the many ways you can volunteer\u00a0include mentoring children in a classroom, supporting veterans, tax counseling, and working in local and national parks. Aside from feeling great about helping others, the benefits for members may include free accident and liability insurance, social events, and ongoing educational opportunities.<\/p>\n

2. Visit Vibrant Senior Centers<\/h2>\n

Each county has numerous\u00a0senior centers<\/a>\u00a0that help adults (over 50) pursue their hobbies, fitness goals, and special interests. These are great places to make friends and enjoy time with other seniors. There is even a senior center without walls that brings together residents, businesses, and houses of worship to offer programming and activities in areas that do not have a senior center.<\/p>\n

3. Gather for Local Trips<\/h2>\n

With Washington DC right next door, a trip into the city to see the sights is always a great\u00a0activity. The new National Museum of African American History and Culture is a must-see, as well as the Museum of Women in the Arts and other museums that routinely have new exhibits. Trips to Atlantic City, Solomons Island, Annapolis, and National Harbor are available through senior centers and local senior meetups. Trips to The Arena Stage and The Kennedy Center give seniors a chance to enjoy the latest musicals and dramatic plays with a group of like-minded\u00a0peers.<\/p>\n

4. Immerse\u00a0Yourself in the Natural World<\/h2>\n

Bird watching is very popular in Northern Virginia, and the Audubon Society holds an annual bird count in the winter. Local birding clubs gather in the mornings to watch, study and enjoy birds. Garden Clubs are also numerous with meetings and suggestions for all types of gardens. You can even become a\u00a0senior naturalist\u00a0through the county and be a master educator at various venues.<\/p>\n

Northern Virginia is a great place to retire and stay active. If you or an aging loved one needs help enjoying all that NOVA has to offer,\u00a0reach out<\/a>\u00a0to our team. Our expert caregivers can help.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Northern Virginia is a thriving area outside the nation’s capital and it is a wonderful\u00a0location for seniors to stay engaged in their community. Each city in NOVA has its own feel but truly there is something for everyone. Here are some of the activities seniors can enjoy.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":85,"featured_media":380398,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_et_pb_use_builder":"","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-380399","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\nTop Activities for Seniors in NOVA | Caring Senior Service<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Looking for things to do with a senior loved one in Northern Virginia? We've got a list of great activities that seniors will love! 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