Shepherd's Center of Fairfax-Burke

10/13/2025

Join us as we discuss
Meal Planning Tips, Knife Skills Demonstrations, and Black Bean Chili
Chef Brian Patterson (Goodwin Living) and Alison Neov, RD, CSG (Certified Specialist in Geriatric Nutrition from Neov Nutrition) work with older adults every day. They will share valuable information on
nutrition and show you how to prepare a quick meal and snack.

Friday, October 17, 2025, at 11:00am
Saint Mary of Sorrows Catholic Church
5222 Sideburn Road, Fairfax, VA 22032
Please RSVP by October 15th

Click at the following link to register now:
https://forms.donorsnap.com/form?id=244e275f-29f3-42df-942a-ac4f92376486

Or contact the Shepherd Center Fairfax-Burke Office
at 703-323-4788 to reserve your seat.

10/02/2025

Out and About October 17, 2025

Join us as we discuss:
Meal Planning Tips, Knife Skills Demonstrations, and Black Bean Chili

Chef Brian Patterson (Goodwin Living) and Alison Neov, RD, CSG (Certified Specialist in Geriatric Nutrition from Neov Nutrition) who work with older adults every day. They will share valuable information on nutrition and show you how to prepare a quick meal and snack.

Friday, October 17, 2025, at 11:00am
Saint Mary of Sorrows Catholic Church
5222 Sideburn Road, Fairfax, VA 22032

Please use the following link to reserve your seat:

https://forms.donorsnap.com/form?id=244e275f-29f3-42df-942a-ac4f92376486

Please RSVP by October 15th to reserve your seat!

10/02/2025

Downsizing and Decluttering October 23, 2025

Sorting through treasures from your life proves difficult whether
you’re empty nesting, moving, or just preparing for the next
stage, but it doesn’t have to be this way. It can be easier.
Join us as Maria Spetalnik, Founder of Conquer the Clutter and
Certified Professional Organizer, gives you some helpful tips on
how to start the process and how to manage stress as you make
decisions.

Thursday, October 23, 2025, at 1:00pm
The Woodlands Retirement Community
4320 Forest Hill Drive
Fairfax, VA 22032

Please use the following link to register for this event:

https://forms.donorsnap.com/form?id=adf215c6-9e65-431e-9a88-52cd22b440ca

Please RSVP by October 20 to reserve your seat

Presented in partnership with Thrive at Home and The Woodlands Retirement Community

10/01/2025

💛 Because Every Neighbor Matters

At Shepherd’s Center of Fairfax-Burke and South County, our mission is simple: help older adults live with independence, dignity, and connection.

From free rides to medical appointments, to wellness classes, friendly phone calls, and community events, our programs make sure seniors know they are not alone.

But we can’t do it without you.
🙌 Volunteers give their time and talents.
🤝 Partners and donors provide resources.
🌟 Neighbors refer their loved ones to services.

📞 Want to learn more, get support, or volunteer? Call us at 703.323.4788.

Together, we’re building a stronger, kinder community.
Visit our Website:
https://www.scfbva.org

09/03/2025

Volunteers are needed at Shepherd’s Center. Help with tasks such as moving furniture/boxes, hanging drapes/artwork, installing and fixing shelves/doors, painting, wall repair, replacing lightbulbs/batteries, yard cleanup, and pruning shrubs. Clients provide the material needed, and do the handiwork. Please get in touch with Shepherd's Center of Fairfax-Burke and let them know you are interested.

08/01/2025

Looking to level up your volunteer management skills?

Volunteer Fairfax offers free educational sessions to empower coordinators, team leaders, and service-minded individuals. Gain expert knowledge, connect with fellow professionals, and make an even greater impact in your community.

👉 Explore our full calendar of upcoming webinars and save your spot: www.volunteerfairfax.org/events/upcoming-webinars.

04/23/2025

Tech Tutoring

Do you want to learn how to better use your cell phone?
Do you know what "talk to text" means?
What is Social Media?

If you need help learning how to use your smartphone or other electronic devices, come see the Tech for Good (T4G) Team. We will begin with one-to-one assistance and end with time for group questions and answers

Friday May 16, 2025 1:00 to 2:00

Heatherwood Retirement Community
9642 Burke Lake Road
Burke, VA 22015

Tech for Good (T4G) Team:
The T4G Team is a community of students at George Mason University who are passionate about using their technical skills for the betterment of society.

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED TO ENSURE ENOUGH TRAINERS ARE PRESENT

To reserve a spot for this free event, please contact the SCFB Office and leave your name and your desire to attend on our message system. Tel. 703-323-4788

You can also register online at our website at:

https://scfbva.networkforgood.com/events/86203-tech-tutoring-may-16-2025

This event is free and brought to you in partnership with CARE Mobile, Tech for Good and Shepherd's Center Fairfax-Burke.

04/23/2025

04/23/2025

Lunch N' Life

Thursday, May 15, 2025, 12 noon to 2 pm

Fairfax Presbyterian Church
10723 Main St., Fairfax, VA 22030

Rev. Henry G. Brinton

Fairfax Presbyterian Pastor and Author returns to discuss his new locally set novel, "War Bug".

Cost: Lunch and Program - $15.00 per person

For reservations, please contact the SCFB Office and leave your name and your desire to attend on our message system. Tel. 703-323-4788

Your check should be mailed to 4019 Olley Lane, Fairfax, VA 22032

If you prefer to pay by credit card please go to this link.

https://scfbva.networkforgood.com/events/84581-lunch-n-life-5-15-2025-12-00-noon-to-2-00

Deadline for reservations – May 9, 2025

If you are a registered SCFB transportation client and you require transportation to the luncheon, please contact SCFB a week before the event and we will try to find a ride for you. If you are not a registered client you can call and register ASAP and we can then try to find you a ride for the event.

12/18/2024

Tech Tutoring

Do you want to learn how to better use your cell phone?
Do you know what "talk to text" means?
What is Social Media?

If you need help learning how to use your smartphone or other electronic devices, come see the Tech for Good (T4G) Team!

Tech for Good (T4G) Team

Friday, December 20, 2024, 11:00am

Burke Lake Gardens
9608 Old Keene Mill Rd, Burke, VA 22015

The T4G Team is a community of students at George Mason University who are passionate about using their technical skills for the betterment of society.

This event is free and brought to you in partnership with CARE Mobile Tech for Good and Shepherd's Center Fairfax-Burke.

The Shepherds Center of Fairfax- Burke

4019 Olley Ln
Fairfax, VA