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Shepherd's Center of Northern Virginia (SCNOVA)

541 Marshall Road SW
Vienna, VA 22180

(703) 260-9568

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(703) 260-9568

Who We Are

The Adventures in Learning program offers classes, workshops, seminars and discussion groups which will provide educational experiences covering a wide range of interests. Adventures in Learning are classes that run for 8 weeks. All classes are offered by older adult volunteers. Previous class topics have included Literature, History, Creative Arts/Crafts, Health Issues and Concerns, World Affairs, Exercise, Travel, Financial and Security issues, spirituality, computer skills, etc.



Lunch n' Life: luncheons are held quarterly at local churches with guest speakers and performers.



Trips and Outings include local and out-of-town excursions to provide fellowship and learning. Examples of trips are a river cruise, monuments tour, theater excursion and train ride.



Special Events: Mature Driver safety class facilitated by AARP, fundraiser performances, Thanksgiving interfaith service, Caregivers Treat, Flu Shots and more.



Please call for more information or visit Adventures in Learning



Three eight-week sessions per year (Fall, Winter and Spring), taught by volunteers, are held on Thursdays at Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Fairfax (UUCF), 2709 Hunter Mill Rd, Oakton, VA. Computer classes are offered on Mondays at Oakton High School.

Who We Serve

Languages Spoken
English
Service Area(s)
Fairfax City
,
Fairfax County
,
Falls Church City

Cost & Payment Methods

Payment Method(s)
Private Pay
Fee Structure
No Fee

Age Requirements
56-60
,
60+
Family
No
Residency Requirements
Certain Zip codes in Fairfax County
Other Eligibility Criteria
The Adventures in Learning program is open to all adults age 50 or older

Available 24/7
No
Additional Availability Comments
Time of classes vary

Intake Process
Call for more information. Register
Self Refer
Yes
Provider Refer
Yes
Intake Contact
Staff Member
Intake Contact Email
Office@scov.org

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