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"Village Vibes" Newsletter 

Members, look for the latest issue of "Village Vibes" in your email (or spam junk email folder). If you are not currently receiving Village Vibes emails, please notify us to request technical assistance.

See our events section at the bottom of the website for current events.  Sign in to your account and register for all events.  

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Are You a KCSV Member in Need of Assistance?

The Kingdom Care Village volunteers are here to help! Some areas in which KCSV offers assistance include:  support with completing documents, help with scheduling appointments, access to government and other resources, cell phone, laptop, and other technology services support, and more. 

We want to hear from our members? Let us know how we can assist.  [email protected].

 

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/EVENT HIGHLIGHTS/

See the events section at the bottom of this page for additional details. Click on the event title to register.  If you need assistance, please contact [email protected]. 

Wellness Walking is on Hiatus for January 2026!

 

See the full listing of events below, and check out our special events in the latest edition of Village Vibes in your email inbox.

 

General Event Registration

KCSV Members, Ambassadors and Age-in-Place Participants, you may register to attend all events by signing into your KCSV account by clicking the "Sign In" button on the left at the top of our website. Next, choose your event at the bottom of the screen. Then select "Register" on the next page. You will receive an email notification of your registered event.

 

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How can a KCSV Membership Benefit Seniors?

Do you need help completing paper work, scheduling appointments, and sorting mail? Would you like assistance registering for resources provided by DC Government and other programs? 

Perhaps, you would like to have a KCSV Volunteer perform a periodic wellness call or visit? The Kingdom Care Senior Village provides various services for its members. Join us today if you would like to benefit from the help of a KCSV Volunteer. >>Join now

 

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The Kingdom Care Senior Village is looking for you! 

If you would like to partner with KCSV as a Volunteer, we would love to hear from you!

We are seeking both established service providers and volunteers to support the administrative team of the Kingdom Care Senior Village. Do you provide home repair, auto repair, in-home support? Are you good with administrative tasks, or perhaps, you enjoy event planning? 

Please contact us at [email protected] to express your interest and provide a contact number where you may be reached.    

 

Coronavirus / Vaccination/ COVID Test Resources

 

Want to know where to get Vaccines for COVID-19? Visit: www.covidtests.gov .

 

KCSV Members and Volunteers: If you have an immediate need for a COVID test kit, please email us at [email protected].

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DC Health provides in-home booster shots and COVID-19 testing. Call to schedule an appointment at 202-673-6600. 

The CDC advises everyone to continue to wear a mask. There is still a risk of transmitting the virus, even if you have been vaccinated. 

 

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 TIPS FOR SENIORS

  

INSPIRATIONAL QUOTE: 

What we plant in the soil of contemplation, we shall reap in the harvest of action.” - Mesiter Eckhart

 

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News Release:

SAFETY and SCAM ALERT 

Please take caution and stay alert. Several gentleman have been seen in the community, posing as government employees or employees of energy assistance programs, knocking on doors, in an attempt to gain entry. They are not employed by the government, and are not affiliated with any government programs. Please do not open your doors or communicate with these individuals, as they have been robbing homes in the community at gun point. Also, please be aware of your surroundings during this holiday season as well.

 

 

AARP NEWS YOU CAN USE

 Free Vaccines
According to a recent announcement, Medicare will now cover the full cost of all vaccines recommended for older adults, including shingles, whopping cough, and tetanus. An AARP analysis found that only 45 percent of people ages 50 and over with Medicare have had a shingles vaccine, even though it is recommended for everyone over age 50. This expanded coverage helps ensure that people enrolled in Medicare are protected against serious illnesses. Talk to your healthcare provider about necessary vaccines to have your questions answered.

 

ITS SNOW SEASON!

Social Security Announces 2.8 Percent Benefit Increase for 2026

Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) Based on the increase in the Consumer Price Index (CPI-W) from the third quarter of 2024 through the third quarter of 2025, Social Security beneficiaries and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients will receive a 2.8 percent COLA for 2026. Other important 2026 Social Security information is as follows:

The 7.65 percent tax rate is the combined rate for Social Security and Medicare. The Social Security portion (OASDI) is 6.2 percent on earnings up to the applicable taxable maximum amount (see below). The Medicare portion (HI) is 1.45 percent on all earnings. Also, as of January 2013, individuals with earned income of more than $200,000 ($250,000 for married couples filing jointly) pay an additional 0.9 percent in Medicare taxes. The tax rates shown above do not include the 0.9 percent.

“Medicare premiums are going down and Social Security benefits are going up in 2023, which will give seniors more peace of mind and breathing room. This year’s substantial Social Security cost-of-living adjustment is the first time in over a decade that Medicare premiums are not rising and shows that we can provide more support to older Americans who count on the benefits they have earned,” Acting Commissioner Kilolo Kijakazi said.

To view a COLA message from Acting Commissioner Kijakazi, please visit www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vgm5q4YT1AM.

 

Visit the Social Security Administration's website to view the full press release. Click here

 

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What Types of Care and Services Are Provided by Home Health Agencies?

Home health agencies have to be certified or licensed in compliance with state and local standards. In order to receive Medicaid or Medicare, they also have to meet certain standards set out by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). That means that the skilled nursing and other healthcare services your agency provides must be overseen by a team that includes a physician and appropriately qualified nurses, even though your family might not work directly with those medical administrators.  

Visit Caring.com to learn more about Home Health services, In-Home care, how to pay for Assisted Living, memory care and other topics for senior care. 

 

  

AGE IN PLACE DC

 

See the Age-in-Place Resources below and visit our Age-in-Place DC section of our website for more resources such as free medical equipment, free internet service, free cell phone service, free transportation, meal delivery and more.

>> Visit Age in Place DC - KCSV

 

 

Are You in Need of Transportation?

 If you are a Ward 8 resident and your travel destination is within Wards 1, 4, 5 & 8, contact the Kingdom Care Senior Village for more details at [email protected].

 

 

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Age in Place Tips

Tips on making your home safe and accessible presented by the National Institute on Aging Read more >>

 

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DC's Senior Care Pet Connect

Would you like to interact with pets? To combat senior isolation, the District of Columbia has partnered with the Humane Rescue Alliance to provide seniors with the opportunity to connect virtually or in-person with pets.  If you or someone you know is interested in enjoying regular interaction with pets, please contact the Department of Aging and Community Living at [email protected].

  

Food Pantry (Open to Public)

& Food Pickup for KCSV Members

January Dates: 

1/6/2026

1/13/2026

1/20/2026

1/27/2026

Are you tired of sitting at home? Feel free to volunteer as extra help is always welcomed!

 

Location and Hours of operation:

814 Alabama Avenue, SE
Washington, DC 20032

Every Tuesday
9:00AM until 10:00AM

Kingdom Care Senior Village follows current CDC and local city guidelines. Masks are required.

 

AMAZON FOR EBT USERS

Online Shopping & Delivery with SNAP/EBT Benefits 

Use your EBT Card to shop online at many local stores, such as Aldi, Walmart and Amazon Fresh (no membership required for Amazon) and have your grocery delivered to your door. Select your store, visit the website, and create an online shopping account. Add your grocery items to your online shopping cart and check out using your EBT card.

 

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2026 Safe at Home Income Qualification Guideliness

 

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