Grace is a loving Lab/Shepherd mix who will make a wonderful, devoted companion to your family. She’s laid-back, loves people, is gentle with kids, and deserves a great home.
From October 18 - October 20, the residents and staff at Greenspring retirement community donated over 215 bags of groceries to ECHO (Ecumenical Community Helping Others) in Springfield, Virginia.
Springfield's Greenspring retirement community recently hosted the 2011 Old Dominion District Scouting Breakfast.
The nation's first Go4Life fitness event will occur at Greenspring on November 9 in partnership with the National Institute on Aging at NIH.
Stella is a young, sweet, well-adjusted, and easy going Pekingese pup who will make some lucky family a wonderful companion.
Hope is a sweet, young Mastiff who is learning to trust humans again, and is looking for a special family who can bring out her full potential.
More than two hundred residents and special guests attended the 12th annual “Best of Vegas!” Benevolent Care Fund Gala at Greenspring retirement community on Friday, September 30.
Taco is a laid back, good natured pup who gets along great with people, other dogs and kids. He adapts quickly to new situations, and would be a wonderful companion for your family.
On Tuesday, October 4, the resident Democratic and Republican Clubs of Greenspring hosted a candidate forum with state senate candidates for Virginia's 39th district.
Update on Angel and her six pups, rescued from a life of abuse and neglect.
Over sixty volunteers from Ernst & Young visited the Fall Festival at Greenspring’s Renaissance Gardens on Friday, September 23 for a day of service.
Chairman Bulova and Supervisor McKay held a Town Hall meeting at Greenspring, addressing questions related to topics concerning changes and improvements to Fairfax County and Lee District.
Izzy is a super-sweet and docile collie-mix pup who has a new lease on life and is adjusting to the new world around her. She is looking for a loving family to share her new life with.
Combat PTSD takes a toll on the service member -- and the spouse, marriage, and family.
Many don't know that abuse in teen relationships exists. Nearly one out of ten teens, grades 7-12, male and female, have been physically abused, according to the Center for Disease Control.
Angel is a gentle one-year-old English/American bulldog. She and her six adorable pups had a tough start in life at the hands of a cruel owner, but they still love and trust people unconditionally.
As families prepare for a exciting new school year with a full calendar, many may wonder if there is any way to fit family time -- or time just to 'breathe' -- on the schedule.
Meet this week's Rescue Pup - Baby J. He’s an adorable, smart, 9-month-old American Bulldog or Boxer mix in need of a new home. Baby J is hearing impaired, but doesn’t let that slow him down.
Lee District Supervisor, Jeff McKay, and several Fairfax County Sheriff’s deputies visited Greenspring retirement community to participate in Greenspring’s VIVA! health assessment.
Scott Martin and Miller Baker, vying to represent the 39th district of Virginia in the Virginia State Senate, participated in a political forum at Greenspring retirement community on August 2.
When it comes to having an adult child live in your house, it is beneficial to both parties to be clear on the terms of the arrangement.
Parents who expect their son/daughter will attend college can feel worried and resistant when their son or daughter decides differently.
Mothers often long for a little bit of time to themselves when their children are small, but an empty nest can feel like far too much time alone, far too soon.
Spike Williams, running for Fairfax County Board of Supervisors Chairman, and At-Large School Board candidate Lolita Mancheno-Smoak, spoke to Greenspring residents on Tuesday, July 5, 2011.
On Monday, July 25 at 7:30 p.m. in the Commons Community Center, Supervisor Cook will be hosting a meeting to discuss the future of VRE and Transit service in the Burke Area.
To accelerate construction on project to remove dangerous curve in Zion Drive, a portion of the road will be closed beginning on or about June 21, but open in time for the start of school.
125 volunteers from the international consulting firm Deloitte visited Greenspring retirement community for Deloitte IMPACT Day on Friday, June 10.
After they retired in 2000, Greenspring residents Drs. Clint and Vickie Lambert have spent much of their “free time” traveling to countries throughout Asia to teach nursing students.
Supervisor Cook proposes program that would allow volunteers to keep County trails and sidwalks clear.
2011 Season of Braddock Nights begins this evening with concerts at Royal Lake and Lake Accotink Park.
Cindy Bennett is researching the 14 children and 90 grandchildren of her fourth great-grandparents, Thomas Frederick Jr. (b. 1778, d. 1881) and Elizabeth Shawk Frederick (b. 1785, d. 1847.
Ask Lauren discusses teen safety on the road during prom and graduation, including tips on how to talk with your teen, Virginia laws, and helpful resources.
Time is running out to nominate someone you know for the Best of Braddock Awards! The deadline for nomination is May 31, 2011.
School Bond to bring significant renovations and improvements to Braddock District schools
All are invited to Lake Braddock Secondary School on May 28 for first ever Braddock Bike Day.
Seniors at Greenspring retirement community stay fit and active by participating in the many fitness-related activities on campus from yoga to tai chi to water aerobics.
This article talks about handling grief and depression on significant anniversaries and holidays following the death of a loved one -- in this case, the loss of one's mother on Mother's Day.
Genealogist Cindy Bennett is working on a book on her family's history. She discusses the challenges of determining which Henry Frederick is in her family tree.