Medical Services

Description

The Virginia Hospital Center provides a year-long program to help individuals who are prediabetic to make small lifestyle changes to decrease the chances of becoming diabetic. Program goals include weight loss, regular physical activity, and effective ways to manage stress. All classes are taught by a certified lifestyle coach.

Cost

There are eligibility requirements.

For More Information

For more information call 703–558–5718

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https://www.vhchealth.org/medical-services/endocrinology-diabetes/education-prevention/

Description

Medicaid provides services to cover the cost of doctors, hospitals and prescriptions. Different categories of Medicaid services exist and are available to subscribers, based on individual need.

Cost

There are eligibility requirements.

For More Information

Call 703–228–1350

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https://www.arlingtonva.us/Government/Departments/DHS/Public-Assistance/Medicaid-Persons-Elderly-Disabled

Description

The Virginia Hospital Center provides various physical, occupational, and speech therapy services. VHC has therapists who specialize in disciplinary fields like aging-in-place modifications, fall prevention, cognitive impairment, and speech therapy.

Cost

There are eligibility requirements.

For More Information

Call 703–558–6507

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https://www.vhchealth.org/medical-services/physical-medicine-rehabilitation/

Description

The Virginia Hospital Center provides information on their programs for seniors, as well as other resources specifically for older persons. Copies are available online and distributed across the VHC campus in kiosks.

Cost

There is no charge.

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https://www.vhcsrg.com/

Description

The Virginia Insurance Counseling and Assistance Program (VICAP) provides in-depth, one-on-one insurance counseling to Medicare Beneficiaries, their families, friends and caregivers. Trained and certified VICAP counselors provide free, unbiased and confidential assistance. VICAP serves Arlington County Residents.

Cost

This is a free service.

For More Information

Call 703–228–1725 or email MedicareHelp@arlingtonva.us

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https://www.arlingtonva.us/Government/Departments/DHS/Aging-Disability/Programs/VICAP