Fairfax County
Older-adult services, caregiver support and the county’s current Aging Well resource guide.
Fairfax older-adult services ↗Aging Well resource guide ↗Harbor Caregiver Resources
Find guidance and support for care at home.
Find county and city support, statewide Virginia resources, and practical Harbor guides.
Local support
Start with your county or city.
Official aging and community-resource pages for the Northern Virginia locations Harbor serves. These agencies can help you explore local programs, referrals and caregiver support.
Arlington County
Aging and disability information, connections to local services and caregiver resources.
Arlington aging & disability services ↗City of Alexandria
Aging and adult services, information and referrals, and caregiver education opportunities.
Alexandria aging & adult services ↗Loudoun County
Area Agency on Aging information, caregiver resources and opportunities for adults 55 and older.
Loudoun aging & caregiver resources ↗Prince William County
The county’s Area Agency on Aging connects older adults and families with local services and support.
Prince William Area Agency on Aging ↗City of Fairfax
Senior activities, Fairfax Village in the City and connections to community resources.
Fairfax city senior resources ↗City of Falls Church
Aging-service referrals, community programs and links to support available through Fairfax County.
Falls Church aging services ↗The information pages are free to access. Individual programs may have residency, eligibility, registration or fee requirements. Check the provider’s current details.
Virginia information & tools
Practical resources for Virginia families.
Start with the topic that fits your situation. These statewide resources complement the county and city services above. Links open the provider’s website in a new tab.
Find services near you
Search Virginia Easy Access for local support with daily living, transportation, housing and other community needs.
Explore Virginia services ↗Support for family caregivers
Find Virginia caregiver-support programs and a practical guide to looking after yourself while helping someone at home.
Find caregiver guidance ↗Understand Medicaid long-term support
Learn about Virginia Medicaid long-term services and supports, the screening process and how eligibility is reviewed.
Review Virginia Medicaid information ↗Ask about Medicare options
VICAP connects Virginians with free, confidential Medicare counseling through their local Area Agency on Aging.
Explore VICAP counseling ↗Find dementia-related support
Explore Virginia options for families navigating dementia, including community services, caregiver support and questions about care settings.
Explore Virginia dementia resources ↗Help with everyday essentials
211 Virginia connects residents with information about food, housing, transportation, utilities and other community assistance.
Find community assistance ↗These resources are maintained by independent organizations. Harbor provides original summaries and links for information; the organizations confirm their current services, eligibility, availability and any fees. Listing a resource does not imply an affiliation with Harbor.
Resource links reviewed October 29, 2026.
Cost planning
Plan for care costs.
CareScout’s Cost of Care tool lets you explore regional long-term care cost estimates. Choose Virginia and the area closest to you, then select the type of care and hours that fit your planning needs.
CareScout Cost of Care
Use this external survey-based tool as a starting point for understanding care costs in your area. For Harbor’s non-medical services, look for the non-medical caregiver category.
CareScout’s figures are regional estimates, not Harbor’s rates or a quote for your care. Actual costs depend on the provider, services and schedule. Contact Harbor to discuss your needs and current pricing.
Explore CareScout cost estimates ↗Harbor guides for care at home.
Explore care choices and prepare for support at home.
Choosing care
When Is It Time for Help at Home?
Common signs that daily routines are becoming harder and a care conversation may help.
Read guide →How to Talk With a Parent About Accepting Help
A respectful way to talk about support while protecting independence and choice.
Read guide →Personal Care vs. Home Health Care
Understand the difference between Harbor’s non-medical support and skilled home health services.
Read guide →What Respite Care Gives Families Back
How scheduled support can create room for rest, work, errands, appointments, and family life.
Read guide →Care That Respects Your Routine, Culture, and Preferences
Why privacy, communication, traditions, routines, and personal choice matter in home care.
Read guide →Getting started
Family Caregiver First-Call Checklist
A simple list of details and questions that can make the first care conversation clearer.
Read guide →What Happens After You Call Harbor?
See how Harbor moves from listening and service fit to planning and next steps.
Read guide →Preparing for a Caregiver’s First Visit
Helpful details that can make the first visit feel more comfortable and natural at home.
Read guide →How Harbor’s Care Team Supports You
The values that guide Harbor’s approach to dignity, reliability, respect, and accountability.
Read guide →Local support
Northern Virginia Caregiver Resources
Local county, city, caregiver, aging, disability, and legal resources across Harbor’s service area.
Read guide →START WITH A CONVERSATION
Tell us what support would make home feel more manageable.
Share what is changing at home, what kind of help you are considering, or what you are still unsure about. Harbor will help make the next step clearer.