CDC Now Allows Additional Covid-19 Shots For Older Adults And Immunocompromised Adults
Because the protection provided by the COVID-19 vaccine fades much more quickly for people 65 and older and people who are immunocompromised, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) updated its COVID-19 vaccine recommendations to allow an additional a dose of the updated (bivalent) vaccine for these populations.
Sexual Victimization of I/DD Populations
Sexual Assault is a critical issue for the disability community, and particularly for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). While the statistics vary, people with I/DD are between 2-7 times more likely to be victims of sexual violence.
Sexual Health Resource Hub
The Arc of Harrisonburg and Rockingham partnered with the Disability-inclusive Sexual Health Network (DSHN) and The Arc of Augusta to release an accessible sexual health resource hub for those with IDD.
Disability and Mental Health
Connecting with others supports mental health and this is especially important for persons with disabilities. There are many support groups out there, but where can you find them? ECNV can help!
Alexandria City Women’s Health Fair
Margarita Baquero attended Alexandria City Women’s Health Fair on Saturday, March 25.
Margarita giving out informational fliers to two Hispanic women.
We Love Health and Wellness Fair
We were delighted to be able to be a part of the We Love Health and Wellness Fair in Falls Church on February 11, 2023.
We Love Health and Wellness fair attendees.
COVID-19/Flu Vaccine Events
On February 14, 2023, ECNV, in partnership with Giant Pharmacy, provided COVID-19 and Flu vaccines to residents of the Fields of Old Town.
Expansion and Outreach Senior, Pansy Walker with our Giant Pharmacy partner at the Fields of Old Town.
Himalaya Free Clinic Vaccination Event
On Saturday, January 7, 2023, Ruchika Lalwani and Andrew Shaw helped vaccinate 20 people at the Chantilly-based Himalaya Free Clinic.
ECNV Returns to the Durga Temple in Fairfax
On December 18, 2022, ENCV hosted a vaccination clinic at the Durga Temple, that serves the Hindu population in the Northern Virginia area with more than 20 people getting the flu and COVID vaccine.
ECNV staff, Ruchika Lalwani, helping a Hindu male wearing traditional clothes
Hybla Valley Community Center
On December 17, 2022 Rosalia Fajardo Multicultural Families Director distributed COVID home tests and information about ECNV and disability.
A Latina woman with a Latino adolescent in a wheelchair, and Rosalia Fajardo
Fairfax County Health Department Recognizes ECNV for COVID-19 Response
On November 15, 2022, Fairfax County Health Department recognized the impact of the member organizations of the Multicultural Advisory Council in responding to the COVID-19 pandemic.
(Left to Right), Rosalia Fajardo, Dr. Gloria Addo-Ayensu. Dr. Sergio Rimola, and Carla Paredes
Bailey’s Crossroads/Culmore Place-Based Initiative
On November 5, 2022, George Mason University and Kaiser Permanente’s Northern Virginia Community Health hosted a community workshop for their Place-Based Initiative.
(Left to Right), Rosalia Fajardo with Katie Wilson, Program Manager, Kaiser Permanente Place-Based Initiative
Multicultural Celebration & Health Fair
On September 17, 2022, the ECNV outreach team participated in the Multicultural Celebration and Health Fair hosted by St Mark’s Lutheran Church, organized by Fairfax County Health Department, St Mark’s Lutheran Church, Second Story, Asian American Community, and ICNA.
In front Rosalia Fajardo (left) and Margarita Baquero (right). In back, ECNV staff Elaine Shaw (left) and Andrew Shaw (right).
Health Fair at Eden Center
On September 10, 2022, Boat People SOS (BPSOS) serving the Vietnamese community and Endependence Center Northern Virginia led to a successful health event at Eden Center…
Left to Right, Rosalia Fajardo with two staff from BPSOS
Alexandria Health Department Appreciation Cookout
(Left) Trustee Disability Champion Margarita Baquero, (Center) Rosalia Fajardo Director of Multicultural Families at ECNV, and (Right) Canek Aguirre Alexandria City Council member.
Arc of Loudoun and Loudoun County Health Department
Margarita Baquero Trusted Disability Champion (right) next to her Andrew Shaw, ECNV Coordinator (right) handing out Covid-19 test to a older couple in front of them (left).