Services for Residents

AHC’s Resident Services works with more than 1,800 children and adults through seven community centers in Arlington and one in Baltimore. Services include a wide variety of opportunities, from After-School programs to Senior Activities, to help improve residents’ lives.

The Resident Services program relies heavily on numerous partnerships.

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programs include:

After-School Program
AHC’s After-School Program provides a nurturing and educational environment for more than 125 elementary children throughout Arlington. The program focuses on building literacy and math skills, along with plenty of fun activities and healthful snacks. Volunteers are particularly needed to help with homework. Volunteer information

 
     

Teen Tutoring
AHC’s Teen Tutoring program, which includes 100 teens, fosters both academic and life skills. Tutors are paired with one student throughout the school year to build an ongoing personal relationship. This positive, mentoring relationship helps students improve their grades, become more confident in their abilities, and stay in school. Volunteer information

 
     

Youth Alliance
AHC also offers a program to help teens prepare for life after high school. AHC’s Youth Alliance, which works with 100 teens, offers a wide range of programs to help high school students make informed career, college and lifestyle decisions. Activities include career planning workshops, one-on-one counseling, and field trips to local universities. Volunteer information

 
     

Summer Camp
Studies show that summer learning is critical to children’s long-term educational success. That’s why AHC’s Summer Camps that reach 150 children and teens are so valuable. Along with fun recreational activities, AHC’s Summer Camp offers a wide range of educational activities, from museum visits to literacy building projects.

 
     

Adult Programs
AHC offers a variety of programs to help adults develop skills and/or build a better life for themselves and their families. Programs include English Language classes and workshops on such topics as parenting, family finances, and nutrition. Craft classes and family field trips are also offered.

 
     
Senior Activities
Several community centers also offer activities and programs for seniors, such as field trips to cultural sites and on-site luncheons that focus on health-oriented topics. The goal is to keep seniors active and engaged.