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May 14, 2021

‘It Seemed Forever’: How One D.C. Retirement Community Is Bouncing Back From The Pandemic

People still wears masks outside of their apartments, but residents are finally seeing family, cautiously resuming social activities — and reflecting on what it took to weather the pandemic.

Nov 02, 2020

For Some D.C. Seniors, Mobile Ballot Boxes Brought The Election Right To Their Front Doors

“Voter containers” were brought directly to senior buildings, allowing residents to cast ballots without leaving their homes.

Jul 29, 2020

Nursing Homes Are Still ‘In The Middle Of The Pandemic’ As The D.C. Region Reopens

D.C., Maryland and Virginia have mapped out phased reopenings for long-term care providers, but lags in testing and rising cases in the community are making their futures uncertain.

Mar 25, 2014

Gray Signs Bill Exempting Some Senior Residents From Paying Property Taxes

The Senior Citizen Real Property Tax Relief Act of 2014 will exempt low and middle-income senior citizens from real-property taxes if they are at least 70 years old and have owned a residence in D.C. for at least 20 years.

 
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