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DEPARTMENT of FAMILY SERVICES
Access Fairfax
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January 21, 2026
Fairfax County Veterans and Military Families Commission Military Community Survey
The Fairfax County Veterans and Military Families Commission is proud to announce the launch of their needs assessment survey to gather data to identify service gaps in Fairfax County. This survey should take about 15 minutes to complete and will close on February 16, 2026. It is vitally essential for the Fairfax County veteran community, including active-duty service members, veterans, retirees, and military spouses, to complete it so that policymakers and stakeholders in Fairfax County can better serve the veteran and military family community.
Please access the social media friendly survey below and thank you for your participation!
Memory Depot Orientation
Saturday, Jan. 24, 3–4 p.m.
Reston Regional Library, 11925 Bowman Towne Drive, Reston VA 20190
Preserve your favorite memories with the Memory Depot Orientation! Learn how to digitize materials like VHS tapes, audiocassettes, 3.5" floppy disks, photographic prints, negatives, and slides. This hands-on session is perfect for adults looking to safeguard cherished items in a digital format.
Can't make it to this in-person orientation session? Check out the Fairfax County Public Library's events page for upcoming dates at a library near you or try the virtual orientation. Then, reserve a session once you're ready to digitize your memories.
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Expanded Access to Free Brain Health Tools
Fairfax County and Goodwin Living have joined forces to expand brain health resources. As part of their partnership, they have made the StrongerMemory workbooks available in seven languages: English, Spanish, Farsi, Korean, Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), and Amharic. Developed by Goodwin Living and supported by Fairfax County’s Department of Family Services, the StrongerMemory program is a 30-minute daily activity plan involving reading, writing, and math exercises that stimulate the brain’s prefrontal cortex. The program’s free workbooks are designed to support focus, memory, and cognitive well-being for older adults and their caregivers.
This initiative aligns with Fairfax County’s SHAPE the Future of Aging Plan to provide accessible and inclusive services. You can find the translated workbooks and learn more about the program at StrongerMemory.org.
24/7 IDD Crisis and Support Hotline: Call REACH at 855-897-8278
REACH (Regional, Education, Assessment, Crisis Services, Habilitation) offers 24/7 crisis stabilization and support services for individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities (IDD) or those with mental health challenges and at-risk behaviors. These services are available through Community Services Boards (CSBs) in Alexandria, Arlington, Fairfax-Falls Church, Loudoun, and Prince William.
REACH Services Include:
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Mobile Crisis Response Teams: Crisis stabilization and prevention for adults and youth at home.
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Adult and Youth Crisis Therapeutic Homes (ATH/CTH): Short-term residential stabilization (up to 30 days for adults, 15 days for youth) designed to ease transitions from hospitals, jail, or training centers. Prevention stays are also available during high-stress periods.
This program provides time-limited clinical and behavioral support to help stabilize individuals and assess their ongoing needs.
The Virginia Board for People with Disabilities (VBPD) has launched Resource Friday, a weekly initiative to share valuable tools and information that can enhance the lives of people with disabilities across Virginia. Every Friday on the VBPD Facebook page, the Board will feature a new resource to support people with disabilities and their families. Check out their latest post or click the link below to browse all available resources.
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 Opportunity to Advocate for People with Physical and Sensory Disabilities
You can help advocate for people with physical and sensory disabilities by joining the Fairfax Area Disability Services Board (FA-DSB), a group of 15 volunteers who work to improve local services. If you’ve lived with disabilities or have experience using social services, your insight is invaluable for creating fairer, more effective programs. You’re welcome to apply if you receive public assistance like SNAP or Medicaid, but you cannot work for the Department of Family Services. Contact your local Board of Supervisors representative to apply.
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If you would like to learn more about the Department of Family Services Disability Rights and Resources, visit Department of Family Services Disability Rights and Resources.
Access Fairfax is available in alternative formats by calling 703-324-3745, TTY 711.
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