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10 Arlington County 55+ Guide | Fall 2026 | arlingtonva.us/55PlusCATEGORYDeath Caf%u00e9A Death Caf%u00e9 is a group-directed discussion about death with no agenda, objectives, or themes. The purpose for this discussion is to increase awareness of death with a view to helping people make the most of their lives. Facilitated by Kathleen Garces-Foley, Ph.D., director of the Coalition to Improve Advanced Care.%u2022 Oct. 28 Wednesday 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.Lubber Run #911500-08 1 sessionProtecting Vision as You AgeJoin Dr. Amy Kotecha, a board certified ophthalmologist with Capital Vision, for a discussion on common agerelated eye conditions including cataracts, glaucoma, macular degeneration, dry eyes and diabetic eye disease. Learn practical tips to preserve your vision, recognize early warning signs and discover the latest advances in eye care and treatment.%u2022 Oct. 29 Thursday 5-6 p.m.Lubber Run #911500-09 1 sessionIntro to AgeTech In this presentation, Dr. Barbara Fillip with Knowledge Explorer, Fillip Consulting, LLC will provide an overview of technologies that support daily living for older adults, including communication, home safety, mobility and cognitive support. She will introduce the landscape of tools, categories and resources to learn more. Sponsored by the Alliance for Arlington Senior Programs.%u2022 Nov. 13 Friday 1-2 p.m.Arlington Mill #911500-10 1 sessionScale DownA weight loss support group of warm and caring people. Monthly meetings include private weigh-ins and interesting programs. Meets second and fourth Mondays.%u2022 Second & fourth Mondays 1:30-2:30 p.m.Langston-Brown Drop-inMemory Caf%u00e9A Memory Caf%u00e9 is a comfortable, supportive environment where people with dementia and their family caregivers can socialize, build support networks, and enjoy meaningful dementia-friendly activities together. All participants with dementia should be accompanied by their caregiver. Led by Arlington Adult Day and Library staff. For more information or to let us know you are coming, please contact Adult Services Librarian Zoe Mann at 703-228-5193 or zmann@arlingtonva.us. Open to all ages: no 55+ Pass required. Meets on the first and third Thursday of each month.%u2022 First & third Thursdays 1:30-3 p.m.Walter Reed Drop-inVIRGINIA INSURANCE COUNSELING & ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (VICAP) Making the Most of Medicare Open EnrollmentMonday, October 26, 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. at Walter ReedConcerned that prescription costs have increased as your health needs change? Do you have new prescriptions or some not covered by your current Part D plan? Medicare open enrollment for Part D Prescription Drug Plans and Part C Medicare Advantage Plans runs October 15 through December 7. Medicare plans can make changes every year to their costs and formulary (lists of drugs covered). Join a Virginia Insurance Counseling and Assistance Program representative for information on how to effectively use the Medicare Planfinder and other tools to maximize savings.Individual Meetings with a VICAP CounselorMonday, October 26, 12:30-3 p.m. at Walter ReedMeet in-person or virtually with a trained, certified Medicare counselor from VICAP to compare plans for cost savings so you can make an informed decision. Please schedule your free, 45-minute appointment at least 48 hours prior - limited appointments.Register by calling VICAP%u2019S hotline at 703-228-1725 or emailing MedicareHelp@arlingtonva.usFor additional VICAP programming, visit the VICAP website.