AHA is a fantastic organization. In my 15 years of association, I have made so many new friends and attended hundreds of fun events. It is fun to be in group and to age together.

I volunteer for AHA because it makes me happy! I meet interesting people, do small things that make a big difference, can adapt to my schedule, and am becoming part of the Alexandria community!

I am so grateful for all the volunteer help AHA has provided to me, plus transportation to medical appointments. Having a genial driver to chat with en route makes the sometimes scary destination very relaxing and is much appreciated. Thank you. AHA’s quick responses ease my anxiety.

As a senior I would be lost without AHA. When I call requesting assistance, they never fail to be there for me. I’m a widowed person and living alone. I often have depression and darn if an AHA staff member didn’t come to my home to check on me.

Two wonderful AHA volunteers go walking with me a couple times a week, and we’ve now become close and caring friends. One is a retired physical therapist and the other is a registered nurse. AHA gave a real powerhouse to me.

The staff, members and especially the volunteers are the best thing since apple pie and church on Sunday. I am forever grateful for AHA.

At Home in Alexandria is an incredible jewel! Our mom was very independent and understandably wanted to stay in her own home—near her friends and the life she built. Yet in her 90s, she began to need assistance with certain tasks, and our finding AHA was absolutely essential in allowing us to honor her desire to stay in her home. Not only did she appreciate all their help with driving and errands, but she enjoyed their webinars and, most importantly, made several wonderful friends along the way. She constantly raved about AHA and its people, and we will forever be grateful to this tremendous organization. Every city in the country should be so lucky to have such a dedicated, outstanding group.

I’m fortunate to have a son, daughter-in-law and two young grandsons who live in the area. They help whenever they can. But there are times when I just don’t want to rely on them. It has been a source of great comfort to them that I have the AHA community to lean on for some extra help

“We thought we would meet nice people, but we were not expecting the great friendships we have made. We love being part of an engaging, welcoming community. We will never leave.”