The holidays can be a challenging time for many reasons. Should you or someone you know need support when Iona is closed, please reach out to the following resources:
Food
Capital Area Food Bank: To reach the Hunger Lifeline, call (202) 644-9807 or e-mail hungerlifeline@capitalareafoodbank.org. To utilize their interactive map to locate food resources in your area visit https://www.capitalareafoodbank.org/find-food-assistance/
Warming Centers
Find a list of locations that are open when DC Government activates the Cold Emergency Plan: https://snow.dc.gov/service/warming-centers-and-facilities
Mental Health Crisis
The Community Response Team (CRT) can provide immediate assistance to individuals experiencing emotional, psychiatric or substance use challenges. Call 202-673-6495 to request an on-the-spot assessment and linkage to mental or behavioral health services or visit https://dbh.dc.gov/service/community-response-team.
Additional Support
For other resources available for older adults in the District, call the DC Department of Aging and Community Living at 202-724-5626 or visit https://dacl.dc.gov/
If you suspect an older adult is being abused, neglected, or exploited contact Adult Protective Services at 202-541-3950 or visit https://dacl.dc.gov/service/adult-protective-services-0
Resources in Montgomery County: Contact the Aging and Disabilities Resource Unit at (240) 777-3000 or visit https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/senior/.
Resources in Other Locations: The Eldercare Locator can provide information on aging services anywhere in the United States. Call 1-800-677-1116 or visit https://eldercare.acl.gov/Public/Index.aspx
