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Resources for Older Residents

According to Office of Planning’s demographic data, more than one in every five Ward 3 residents is over 65 years of age. That equates to more than 16,000 people, making Ward 3 home to the largest population of seniors of any ward in the District of Columbia. Since 2023, the DC Council has annually declared May “Old People Are Cool Month” in DC. Councilmember Frumin was proud to introduce the Ceremonial Resolution again in 2025  to recognize the Old People Are Cool project’s important work to confront ageism and support intergenerational collaboration. Organizations in our community have made Ward 3 a great place to age-in-place, and Councilmember Frumin is grateful for their work empowering older adults and connecting them to critical supportive resources. In recognition of Old People Are Cool Month, this resource is intended to provide residents of Ward 3 with information about existing senior services and neighborhood organizations working directly with older adults, including aging and caregiving resources, as well as programming and activities. This resource includes District government agencies and nonprofit organizations,…

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DC Is Setting the Standard for Sustainability

Earth Day was on Tuesday, and the District is proud to be a national and a global leader on the environment. The District has cut citywide emissions by more than 35 percent since 2006 thanks to efforts such as the greening of the electric grid, decreased energy use intensity in commercial buildings, and improvements in vehicle fuel economy and standards. The District holds itself to high standards, as DC government is 100 percent powered by renewable energy. Below are just some of the other ways DC is leading the way. Click here to check out the reel on our social channels for more. Sustainable Building DC was the first LEED Platinum city in the world. The LEED Certification program is run by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), which is a non-profit organization formed to assess the sustainability of buildings and other structures. In 2024 alone, major projects that achieved LEED Certification included the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, Raymond Elementary School, and MLK Gateway II. The District is the first city in the country…

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Workday in the Ward at Palisades Farmers Market

The next Workday in the Ward will be held at the Palisades Farmers Market, located at 48th Place and MacArthur Blvd NW, on Sunday, April 27, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. Come by the farmers market to meet with Councilmember Frumin and members of the Ward 3 office staff to discuss legislation, constituent services, and more.

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Resources for Recently Unemployed Residents

New Public Service Career Hub Site The DC government website, Fedsupport.dc.gov, includes information on unemployment insurance and how to apply, resources for job seekers federal employment guidance, and DC government opportunities. Unemployment Insurance and Career Support The District’s Unemployment Insurance program provides temporary financial assistance to qualified individuals who meet the eligibility requirements of the District of Columbia. To receive unemployment insurance, you must meet the following criteria: Be unemployed through no fault of your own Be able, available, and actively looking for work Have earned enough wages to file a claim Apply for unemployment benefits from the Office of Unemployment Compensation Ten things you should know about the Unemployment Insurance System If you have any questions or need further assistance applying for unemployment insurance, contact DOES by phone at 202-724-7000. These career support programs, offered by the Department of Employment Services and non-profit partners, provide job seekers support on their career journey: Wider Circle Career Support DC Infrastructure Academy Apprenticeship DC   Apply For Health Insurance If you are a DC resident and lost your federal…

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