SCNOVA’s Friendly Caller program pairs Northern Virginia neighbors for weekly phone calls — real connection that works even without a car.

Shepherd’s Center of Northern Virginia
Assisting older adults with aging in place through services, companionships, and community.
How We Serve
We provide seniors services allowing a more meaningful and independent life style.
Our ServicesVolunteer
Give the gift of your time and company to help older adults live easier today.
Make a Difference
I was referred by a friend to connect my parents who were in great need as the family was busy transitioning them to Virginia from Maryland. We, my siblings and I, were overwhelmed with our parents many perpetual needs and you were like an oasis in difficult times. We are grateful we found you, but ever more grateful that you are there. What a beautiful organization it is. The volunteers are gems, truly. God bless you for your work. – Child of Aging Parents"
Learn. Serve. Connect.
Our focus is on helping people age well in the place and community that they love, with additional enriching opportunities for lifelong learning, volunteer service, healthy living, community connections and more.
Areas We Serve in Northern Virginia: Oakton, Vienna, Dunn Loring – Merrifield, Great Falls, Herndon, and Reston.
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