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Project Neighbor Care (View Details)

This program is a dynamic undertaking that transforms the church’s food bank and clothes closet into a vibrant community market offering free fresh produce, seasonal clothing and household items to hundreds of households every first Saturday of the month, 9:00 AM to Noon. In addition to food and clothing, PNC also serves as a platform to share ess...

Organization: Clifton Park Baptist Church

Target Population

Low Income
Services

Emergency Food, Clothing, Nutrition Education

Locations: View Location(s)
- Clifton Park Baptist Church
  8818 Piney Branch Road
  Sandy Spring, MD 20903
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Nutrition Assistance Program/Fresh Checks (View Details)

Crossroads Community Food Network’s mission is to improve community health through local food access programs and education for at-risk populations. We provide food access for the underserved residents of Maryland’s Takoma/Langley Crossroads, a predominantly immigrant, low-income community. The network serves as a replicable model for other commu...

Organization: Crossroads Community Food Network

Target Population

Families, Low Income
Services

Farmers Markets, Nutrition Education

Locations: View Location(s)
- Crossroads Farmer's Market
  Anne St.(between University Blvd. & Hammond Ave
  Takoma Park, MD 20912
  Crossroads Community Food Network
  6930 Carroll Avenue, Suite 426
  Takoma Park, MD 20912
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Senior Nutrition Program (View Details)

The Program provides meals in congregate (group) settings where activities and services for seniors are available; nutrition education, screening & counseling are also available. The program also serves as a central contact for home delivered meals, referring seniors to Meals on Wheels that serve their addresses. Meals are nutritious and suitable ...

Organization: Aging and Disability Services, DHHS

Target Population

Older Adults
Services

Meals, Nutrition Education

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- White Oak Community Recreation Center
  1700 April Lane
  Silver Spring, MD 20904
  Jewish Community Center
  6125 Montrose Road
  Rockville, MD 20852
  
  Hours of Operation:
  Note: Kosher Meals at five sites; with programs provided by the Senior Adult Division, Jewish Community Center.
  - Mon: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  - Tue: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  - Wed: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  - Thu: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  - Fri: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  Elizabeth House
  1400 Fenwick Lane
  Silver Spring, MD 20910
  
  Hours of Operation:
  Note: Lunch is served at noon, Monday through Friday, at most locations. Reservations are needed by 11:00 a.m. at least one day in advance. For reservations, call the site
  - Mon: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  - Tue: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  - Wed: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  - Thu: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  - Fri: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  Mid-County Community Recreation Center
  2004 Queensguard Road
  Silver Spring, MD 20906
  
  Hours of Operation:
  Note: Tuesday and Thursday only
  - Tue: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  - Thu: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  Damascus Senior Center
  9701 Main Street
  Damascus, MD 20872
  
  Hours of Operation:
  Note: Lunch is served at noon, Monday through Friday, at most locations. Reservations are needed by 11:00 a.m. at least one day in advance. For reservations, call the sites
  - Mon: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  - Tue: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  - Wed: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  - Thu: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  - Fri: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  Gaithersburg Upcounty Senior Center
  80A Bureau Drive
  Gaithersburg, MD 20878
  
  Hours of Operation:
  Note: Lunch is served at noon, Monday through Friday, at most locations. Reservations are needed by 11:00 a.m. at least one day in advance. For reservations, call the site
  - Mon: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  - Tue: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  - Wed: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  - Thu: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  - Fri: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  Margaret Schweinhaut Senior Center
  1000 Forest Glen Road
  Silver Spring, MD 20901
  
  Hours of Operation:
  Note: Lunch is served at noon, Monday through Friday, at most locations. Reservations are needed by 11:00 a.m. at least one day in advance. For reservations, call the site
  - Mon: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  - Tue: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  - Wed: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  - Thu: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  - Fri: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  Shomrai Emunah
  1132 Arcola Ave
  Silver Spring, MD 20902
  
  Hours of Operation:
  Note: 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month
  - Mon: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  - Wed: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  Arcola Towers
  1135 University Blvd. W
  Silver Spring, MD 20902
  
  Hours of Operation:
  Note: Lunch is served at noon, Monday through Friday, at most locations. Reservations are needed by 11:00 a.m. at least one day in advance. For reservations, call the sites
  - Mon: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  - Tue: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  - Wed: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  - Thu: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  - Fri: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  Fellowship Senior Center
  18901 Waring Station Road
  Germantown, MD 20874
  
  Hours of Operation:
  Note: Korean Meals and programs are offered by two organizations. For information call the organization
  - Mon: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  - Tue: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  - Wed: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  - Thu: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  - Fri: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  Har Tzeon Congregation
  1840 University Blvd
  Wheaton, MD 20902
  
  Hours of Operation:
  Note: Kosher Meals at five sites; with programs provided by the Senior Adult Division, Jewish Community Center.
  - Mon: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  - Tue: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  - Wed: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  - Thu: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  - Fri: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  Holiday Park Senior Center
  3950 Ferrara Drive
  Wheaton, MD 20906
  
  Hours of Operation:
  Note: Lunch is served at noon, Monday through Friday, at most locations. Reservations are needed by 11:00 a.m. at least one day in advance. For reservations, call the site
  - Mon: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  - Tue: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  - Wed: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  - Thu: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  - Fri: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  Long Branch Community Recreation Center
  8700 Piney Branch Road
  Silver Spring, MD 20901
  
  Hours of Operation:
  Note: Monday & Friday. Chinese Meals and programs are offered by two organizations. For information and meal reservations, call the organizations
  - Mon: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  - Fri: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  Korean American Senior Center
  Segeroh Church
  Rockville, MD 20853
  
  Hours of Operation:
  Note: Korean Meals and programs are offered by two organizations. For information and meal reservations, call the organization.
  - Mon: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  - Tue: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  - Wed: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  - Thu: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  - Fri: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  East County Community Recreation Center
  3310 Gateshead Manor Way
  Silver Spring, MD 20904
  
  Hours of Operation:
  Note: Lunch is served at noon, Monday through Friday, at most locations. Reservations are needed by 11:00 a.m. at least one day in advance. For reservations, call the sites
  - Mon: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  - Tue: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  - Wed: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  - Thu: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  - Fri: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  Rockville Senior Center
  1150 Carnation Dr.
  Rockville, MD 20850
  
  Hours of Operation:
  Note: Lunch is served at noon, Monday through Friday, at most locations. Reservations are needed by 11:00 a.m. at least one day in advance. For reservations, call the site
  - Mon: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  - Tue: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  - Wed: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  - Thu: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  - Fri: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  Holly Hall
  10110 New Hampshire Ave
  Silver Spring, MD 20903
  
  Hours of Operation:
  Note: Lunch is served at noon, Monday through Friday, at most locations. Reservations are needed by 11:00 a.m. at least one day in advance. For reservations, call the site
  - Mon: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  - Tue: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  - Wed: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  - Thu: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  - Fri: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  Waverly House
  4521 East West Hwy
  Bethesda, MD 20814
  
  Hours of Operation:
  Note: Lunch is served at noon, Monday through Friday, at most locations. Reservations are needed by 11:00 a.m. at least one day in advance. For reservations, call the site
  - Mon: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  - Tue: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  - Wed: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  - Thu: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  - Fri: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  - Sat: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  - Sun: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  Marilyn J. Praisner Community Recreation Center
  14906 Old Columbia Pike
  Burtonsville, MD 20866
  
  Hours of Operation:
  Note: Thursday only
  - Thu: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
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Emergency Financial Assistance (View Details)

Provides Financial Assistance for rent (when there is an eviction notice), partial or full payment of utility bills (when a notice of cut off has been received), and prescription medicines (when the client is without full or partial payment).

Organization: Bethesda Help

Target Population

Low Income
Services

Housing Expense Assistance, Utility Assistance, Medical Expense Assistance

Locations: View Location(s)
- Bethesda Help
  P.O. Box 34094
  Bethesda, MD 20827
  
  Hours of Operation:
  Note: M-F 9-4
  - Mon: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
  - Tue: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
  - Wed: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
  - Thu: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
  - Fri: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
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Emergency Financial Assistance (View Details)

We provide limited financial aid, once a year to prevent foreclosure or eviction, to help prevent cut-off of utilities, and to purchase essential medications. Our current policy is to provide financial assistance once a year to people who need our help. Olney HELP provides emergency financial assistance once a year to those who need to fulfill t...

Organization: Olney HELP

Target Population

Services

Housing Expense Assistance, Utility Assistance, Prescription Medication Services

Locations: View Location(s)
- Olney HELP
  3425 Emory Church Road
  Olney, MD 20832
  
  Note: Deliveries M-F, Limited to 2 day food supply, once per month.
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Emergency Financial Assistance (View Details)

ockville HELP assists persons seven days a week to extend a caring listening ear, provide assistance and offer clients additional referrals when needed. Limited Financial Aid to help with: rent, morgage, utilities, prescriptions, gasoline, bus or taxi fare and many other special needs.

Organization: Rockville HELP

Target Population

Services

Housing Expense Assistance, Transportation Expense Assistance, Utility Assistance, Medical Expense Assistance

Locations: View Location(s)
- Rockville HELP
  15855 Crabbs Branch Way
  Rockville, MD 20855
  
  Note: Limited to 3 day food supply in a six month period
Information Number
MUSST Emergency Assistance Program (View Details)

Emergency Assistance is available to eligible residents in zip codes 20901, 20910, 20912, and the Montgomery County portion of 20783 experiencing financial crises with eviction, foreclosure, first month's rent (for those homeless or about to be homeless), utility discontinuance or in need of a medical prescription.

Organization: Ministries United Silver Spring/Takoma Park

Target Population

Poverty Level
Services

Housing Expense Assistance, Utility Assistance, Medical Expense Assistance

Locations: View Location(s)
- Ministries United Silver Spring/Takoma Park
  8818 Georgia Avenue
  Silver Spring, MD 20910
Information Number
Rockville Emergency Assistance Program (View Details)

Grants short-term financial assistance to Rockville residents facing financial crisis such as utility termination or eviction. REAP also provides referrals for residents of Montgomery County in need of basic services such as; food, clothing, dental and vision care and prescription assistance.

Organization: Community Ministries of Rockville

Target Population

Low Income
Services

Housing Expense Assistance, Utility Assistance, Medical Expense Assistance

Locations: View Location(s)
- Kaseman Clinic
  8 West Middle Lane
  Rockville, MD 20851
  
  Hours of Operation:
  - Mon: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  - Tue: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  - Wed: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  - Thu: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  - Fri: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Information Number
MCPS Nutrition Action Plan (View Details)

We support healthy meal options for students and continually explore new ways to enhance the nutritional contribution and student acceptability of meals. All foods available during the school day including vending machines and a la carte, not only meet current USDA guidelines and the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, but also the specific nutrition...

Organization: MCPS, Division of Food and Nutrition Services

Target Population

High School Aged Youth, Middle School Aged Youth, Primary School Age Children
Services

Advocacy, Nutrition Education

Locations: View Location(s)
- MCPS, Division of Food and Nutrition Services
  16644 Crabbs Branch Way
  Rockville, MD 20855
Information Number
AAHP Heart Health (View Details)

AAHP helps combat the "silent killer" also known as high blood pressure, bu conducting blood pressure screenings and hosting health fairs and other heart-healthy events. Learn strategies for good nutrition and physical activity to reduce your risk of heart disease and stroke.

Organization: Office of Community Affairs - DHHS

Target Population

African Community, African American Community
Services

Blood Pressure Screening, General Health Education Programs

Locations: View Location(s)
- White Oak Community Recreation Center
  1700 April Lane
  Silver Spring, MD 20904
  
  Hours of Operation:
  - Wed: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Information Number
General Medical Services & Specialized Medical Programs (View Details)

Organization: Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Washington

Target Population

Services

Cancer Detection, General Health Education Programs, Medication Information/Management, Diabetes Management Clinics, Eye Care

Locations: View Location(s)
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HIV and AIDS Program - (AAHP) (View Details)

The African American Health Program provides free and confidential HIV testing and counseling at several locations throughout Montgomery County. The tests are painless, quick and non-invasive. Pretest and post-test counseling are provided as well as referrals and educational materials. AAHP also conducts screening opportunities throughout the Count...

Organization: Office of Community Affairs - DHHS

Target Population

African Community, Caribbean Community, African American Community
Services

HIV Testing, AIDS/HIV Prevention Counseling

Locations: View Location(s)
- Montgomery College - Takoma Park
  7600 Takoma Avenue
  Takoma Park, MD 20912
  
  Hours of Operation:
  Note: First Thursday of every month, room 302/Student Union
  - Thu: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
  Progress Place
  8210 Colonial Lane
  Silver Spring, MD 20910
  
  Hours of Operation:
  Note: Fourth Tuesday of every month
  - Tue: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
  Dennis Avenue Health Center
  2000 Dennis Ave
  Silver Spring, MD 20902
  
  Hours of Operation:
  Note: Third and Fourth Monday First, second and third Tuesdays of the month 8:30 am - 3:00 pm
  - Mon: 1:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  - Tue: 8:30 am - 3:00 pm
  Montgomery College Rockville
  51 Mannakee St
  Rockville, MD 20850
  
  Hours of Operation:
  Note: 2nd Thursday, room CC216/CC214
  - Thu: 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
  Montgomery College Germantown
  20200 Observation Dr
  Germantown ,
  
  Hours of Operation:
  Note: First Monday of the month in room Room SA134 Third Thursday in Room HT216/BE165
  - Mon: 9 am pm - 3:00 pm
  - Thu: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Information Number
HIV Prevention and Counseling services (View Details)

GapBuster LearningCenter offers FREE HIV Counseling, Testing, and Referral (CTR) services every Friday from 4:00 pm to 7:00 p.m. and Saturday 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m.at the Eastern Montgomery Regional Services Center, 3300 Briggs Chaney Rd., Silver Spring, MD 20904

Organization: GapBuster Learning Center

Target Population

Services

HIV Testing, AIDS/HIV Prevention Counseling

Locations: View Location(s)
- GapBuster Learning Center
  35 University Blvd
  Silver Spring, MD 20901
Information Number
Computer and Electronics Accommodation Program (View Details)

CAP provides needs assessments, assistive technology, and training to our nation's wounded service members throughout all phases of recovery and the transition to employment. CAP works with medial providers, therapists, case managers, and military liaisons at military treatment facilities (MTFs) to (AT). Once the appropriate AT has been identified,...

Organization: U.S. Department of Defense

Target Population

Services

Assistive Technology Equipment

Locations: View Location(s)
- Computer/Electronic Accommodations Program (CAP)
  5111 Leesburg Pike, Suite 810
  Falls Church, VA
  
  Hours of Operation:
  - Mon: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  - Tue: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  - Wed: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  - Thu: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  - Fri: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  - Sat: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  - Sun: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Information Number
Equipment Donations Program (View Details)

We connect families who donate outgrown or unused adaptive equipment and connect them with families who are unable to obtain the equipment.

Organization: Equipment Connections for Children

Target Population

High School Aged Youth, Middle School Aged Youth, Preschool Age Children, Primary School Age Children, Infants/Toddlers, Physical Disabilities
Services

Assistive Technology Equipment

Locations: View Location(s)
- Self Storage Zone
  300 Old Game Preserve Rd.
  Gaithersburg, MD 20879
Information Number
Medical Supply Closet (View Details)

All durable medical equipment received in donation and distributed first come, first served, as inventory allows. canes, crutches, walkers, rollators, shower chairs, hospital beds, power chairs/scooters, tube feeding formulas and equipment; diabetes, incontinence, trach, stoma supplies; urinary catheters, ice machines as donations permit

Organization: Lutheran Church of St. Andrew

Target Population

Services

Assistive Technology Equipment

Locations: View Location(s)
- Lutheran Church of St. Andrew
  15300 New Hampshire Ave
  Silver Spring, MD 20905
Information Number
TLC's Family Hearing Center (View Details)

The Family Hearing Center gives hope to those with hearing problems, offering appropriate solutions for each individuals hearing healthcare needs.

Organization: The Treatment and Learning Centers

Target Population

Hearing Loss
Services

Assistive Technology Equipment, Speech and Hearing

Locations: View Location(s)
- The Treatment and Learning Centers
  2092 Gaither Road
  Rockville, MD 20850
Information Number
UnMet Needs Program (View Details)

Equipment Connections for Children will purchase used adaptive equipment that is not in our storage site, such as adaptive strollers, car seats and seating needs for children with disabilities. ECFC will be obtaining the item through purchasing the item used or at a discount.

Organization: Equipment Connections for Children

Target Population

High School Aged Youth, Middle School Aged Youth, Preschool Age Children, Primary School Age Children, Physical Disabilities
Services

Assistive Technology Equipment

Locations: View Location(s)
- Self Storage Zone
  300 Old Game Preserve Rd.
  Gaithersburg, MD 20879
Information Number
Salud es Vida "Health is Life" (View Details)

CASA provides case management assistance to connect members with social services in the community aimed at improving their physical and mental health and increasing social stability. Through a multilingual health hotline and medical interpreter program, CASA helps increase access to essential health services in the community. CASA also operates a h...

Organization: CASA de Maryland

Target Population

Immigrants
Services

Health Care Referrals, General Health Education Programs

Locations: View Location(s)
- CASA de Maryland
  734 University Blvd E
  Silver Spring, MD 20903
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HIV/AIDS Peer Educators (View Details)

The HIV Peer Educator program is one of GapBuster’s longest-lasting and most successful initiatives. The program educates teens on current HIV prevention techniques, general reproductive health and social drug use. They are also equipped with presentation skills to impart this same knowledge to their peers. Our students gain invaluable self awarene...

Organization: GapBuster Learning Center

Target Population

High School Aged Youth
Services

AIDS/HIV Prevention Counseling, Leadership Development

Locations: View Location(s)
- GapBuster Learning Center
  35 University Blvd
  Silver Spring, MD 20901
Information Number
AAHP Diabetes Education Classes (View Details)

Led by health educators/doctors, AAHP education classes offer information, strategies, and practical skill-building to Montgomery County residents who want to prevent or manage diabetes. The 4-class series are accredited by the American Association of Diabetes Educators. For convenience, classes are held at various locations throughout the County.A...

Organization: Office of Community Affairs - DHHS

Target Population

Diabetes, African Community, African American Community
Services

Chronic Disease Self Management Programs, General Health Education Programs

Locations: View Location(s)
- East County Community Recreation
  East County Community Recreation
  Silver Spring, MD 20904
  
  Note: the 4 class sessions are held throughout the year. see the website for details. www.aahpmontgomerycounty.org
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Diabetes Support & Continuing Education Meetings (View Details)

Join family members living with diabetes to share concerns, stories, resources and self-management strategies. New members are welcome. Healthy refreshments are served. Various locations and times available - find the one nearest to you.

Organization: Suburban Hospital Healthcare System Community Health

Target Population

Services

Chronic Disease Self Management Programs

Locations: View Location(s)
- Gaithersburg Upcounty Senior Center
  80A Bureau Drive
  Gaithersburg, MD 20878
  Holiday Park Senior Center
  3950 Ferrara Drive
  Wheaton, MD 20906
  Margaret Schweinhaut Senior Center
  1000 Forest Glen Road
  Silver Spring, MD 20901
Information Number
Diabetes Prevention and Education (View Details)

The purpose of this program is to help people who are at risk for developing type 2 diabetes make lifestyle changes. Research has shown that losing weight and exercising most days of the week may prevent or delay the onset of type 2 diabetes and reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease, a serious medical condition that develops more frequently in ...

Organization: Holy Cross Hospital

Target Population

Adults, Diabetes
Services

Chronic Disease Self Management Programs, Nutrition Education

Locations: View Location(s)
- Holy Cross Hospital
  1500 Forest Glen Road
  Silver Spring, MD 20910
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Diabetes Education Program (View Details)

Instruction is offered in a group setting as three, three-hour classes, taught over a three-week period. Classes are held on Monday evenings and Thursday mornings. In addition to group meetings, class participants meet individually with the registered nurse to learn how to use a blood glucose meter and with the dietitian to discuss food choices.

Organization: Holy Cross Hospital

Target Population

Diabetes
Services

Chronic Disease Self Management Programs

Locations: View Location(s)
- Holy Cross Hospital
  1500 Forest Glen Road
  Silver Spring, MD 20910
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Diabetes Self-Management Education (DSME) at MedStar Montgomery (View Details)

A two-session class series to help you self-manage diabetes on a daily basis. Staffed by a certified diabetes educator. This series will help you learn how to better manage your diabetes with tips on self-care, healthy eating and being active.

Organization: MedStar Montgomery Community Outreach

Target Population

Services

Chronic Disease Self Management Programs

Locations: View Location(s)
Information Number
Diabetes Education Program (View Details)

The Diabetes Education Program at Adventist HealthCare Washington Adventist Hospital and Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center provides comprehensive education and training by Certified Diabetes Educators to help patients learn and manage all aspects of diabetes care and prevent complications. Diabetes Program Topics American Associat...

Organization: Washington Adventist Hospital Community Programs

Target Population

Services

Chronic Disease Self Management Programs, Health/Disability Related Support Groups

Locations: View Location(s)
- Shady Grove Adventist Hospital
  9901 Medical Center Drive
  Rockville, MD
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Diabetes Dining Club and the African Healthy Living Club (View Details)

AAHP coordinates two monthly clubs, the Diabetes Dining Club and the African Healthy Living Club. Both clubs provide a welcoming environment in which community members can: Enjoy a diabetic-friendly meal and learn healthy eating tips Network with others facing similar health issues Hear about new and effective management strategies...

Organization: Office of Community Affairs - DHHS

Target Population

Diabetes, African Community, African American Community
Services

Chronic Disease Self Management Programs, Nutrition Education

Locations: View Location(s)
- East County Community Recreation
  East County Community Recreation
  Silver Spring, MD 20904
  
  Note: the 4 class sessions are held throughout the year. see the website for details. www.aahpmontgomerycounty.org
  White Oak Community Recreation Center
  1700 April Lane
  Silver Spring, MD 20904
  
  Hours of Operation:
  - Wed: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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HealthHome (View Details)

Organization: Family Services, Inc

Target Population

Services

Chronic Disease Self Management Programs, Long Term Case/Care Management

Locations: View Location(s)
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Alzheimer's Association TrialMatch® (View Details)

Alzheimer's Association TrialMatch® is a free, easy-to-use clinical studies matching service that connects individuals with Alzheimer's or dementia, caregivers, healthy volunteers and physicians with current studies. Our continuously updated database of 130+ Alzheimer's clinical trials includes both pharmacological (drug) and non-pharmacological (n...

Organization: Alzheimer's Association National Capital Area Chapter

Target Population

Services

Disease/Disability Information

Locations: View Location(s)
- Alzheimer's Association National Capital Area Chapter
  3701 Pender Drive
  Fairfax, VA 22030
Information Number
Alzheimer's Disease Research (View Details)

Alzheimer's Disease Research (ADR), a program of the BrightFocus Foundation, funds research on and educates the public about Alzheimer's disease. We are committed to fully informing the public, those directly affected and their caregivers about this disease by offering updates on the latest research, as well as risk factors, prevention and coping s...

Organization: BrightFocus Foundation

Target Population

Formal Caregivers, Informal Caregivers, Alzheimer's Disease
Services

Disease/Disability Information, Charities/Grantmaking Organizations

Locations: View Location(s)
- BrightFocus Foundation
  22512 Gateway Center Dr
  Clarksburg, MD 20871
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Epilepsy Services (View Details)

The Abilities Network Epilepsy Services program serves individuals, families and the greater community with epilepsy education, information and referral services, assistance with medical issues, advocacy, support groups and scholarship support.

Organization: Abilities Network

Target Population

Epilepsy
Services

Disease/Disability Information

Locations: View Location(s)
- Abilities Network
  1738 Elton Road
  Silver Spring, MD 20903
  
  Hours of Operation:
  - Fri: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  - Thu: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  - Wed: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  - Tue: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  - Mon: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Information Number
Macular Degeneration Research (View Details)

Macular Degeneration Research (MDR), a program of the BrightFocus Foundation, funds research on and informs the public about macular degeneration.

Organization: BrightFocus Foundation

Target Population

Visual Impairments
Services

Disease/Disability Information, Charities/Grantmaking Organizations

Locations: View Location(s)
- BrightFocus Foundation
  22512 Gateway Center Dr
  Clarksburg, MD 20871
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National Glaucoma Research (View Details)

National Glaucoma Research (NGR), a program of the BrightFocus Foundation funds research on and educates the public about glaucoma.

Organization: BrightFocus Foundation

Target Population

Visual Impairments
Services

Disease/Disability Information, Charities/Grantmaking Organizations

Locations: View Location(s)
- BrightFocus Foundation
  22512 Gateway Center Dr
  Clarksburg, MD 20871
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Ama Tu Vida (View Details)

Ama Tu Vida is a campaign to promote optimal health and wellness within the Latino community. As part of the campaign, each year the Latino Health Initiative sponsors the Ama Tu Vida Health Festival and Soccer Tournament. The campaign also develops informational resources to encourage community members to adopt life-long disease prevention and he...

Organization: Office of Community Affairs - DHHS

Target Population

Hispanic/Latino Community
Services

General Health Education Programs

Locations: View Location(s)
- Office of Community Affairs - DHHS
  401 Hungerford Drive
  Rockville, MD 20850
  
  Hours of Operation:
  - Fri: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
  - Thu: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
  - Wed: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
  - Tue: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
  - Mon: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
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Asian American Health Initiative (View Details)

he Asian American Health Initiative (AAHI) was established in Fiscal Year 2005 (FY2005) as part of the Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Community Affairs.AAHI’s mission is to improve the health and wellness of Asian American communities in Montgomery County by applying equity, community engagement, and data-drive...

Organization: Office of Community Affairs - DHHS

Target Population

Asian Community
Services

General Health Education Programs

Locations: View Location(s)
- Office of Community Affairs - DHHS
  401 Hungerford Drive
  Rockville, MD 20850
  
  Hours of Operation:
  - Mon: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
  - Tue: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
  - Wed: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
  - Thu: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
  - Fri: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
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African American Health Program (View Details)

The African American Health Program (AAHP) was created and funded in 1999 by the Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS). The mission of AAHP is to eliminate health disparities and improve the number and quality of years of life for African Americans and people of African descent in Montgomery County. The program focuses on...

Organization: Office of Community Affairs - DHHS

Target Population

Immigrants, African American Community
Services

General Health Education Programs

Locations: View Location(s)
- DHHS Offices at 1401 Rockville Pike
  1401 Rockville Pike
  Rockville, MD 20852
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Community Engagement (View Details)

At Care for Your Health we foster the health of our patients and the health of our communities through a variety of outreach programs. Our outreach staff visit our neighbors and offer them cardiovascular screenings and health education in their home. If they don't have a primary care provider, we offer a follow-up visit with our staff provider.We ...

Organization: Care for Your Health

Target Population

Services

General Health Education Programs

Locations: View Location(s)
- Care For Your Health NE Montgomery
  13925 New Hampshire AVe
  Silver Spring, MD 20904
  
  Hours of Operation:
  Note: Admin Hours M- F 9-5 Clinic Hours 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Monday Wednesday Friday 2nd Saturday each month
  - Mon: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  - Tue: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  - Wed: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  - Thu: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  - Fri: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
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Education programs for people with cancer and their loved ones (View Details)

Hope Connections offers education programs ranging from cancer specific topics to nutrition. Programs are offered at least twice monthly. For a schedule of current programs, please visit our website.

Organization: Hope Connections for Cancer Support

Target Population

Informal Caregivers, Breast Cancer, Cervical Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Liver Cancer, Lung Cancer, Ovarian Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Prostate Cancer, Renal Cancer, Skin Cancer, Stomach Cancer, Testicular Cancer, Thyroid Cancer, Uterine Cancer
Services

General Health Education Programs, Nutrition Education

Locations: View Location(s)
- Hope Connections for Cancer Support
  5430 Grosvenor Lane
  Bethesda, MD 20814
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Healthy Montgomery (community health improvement planning and statistics) (View Details)

The Healthy Montgomery community health improvement process is a community-based effort to improve the health and well-being of Montgomery County residents that is supported by the Healthy Montgomery Web site. This Web site is a one-stop source of population-based data and information about community health and the social and environmental determin...

Organization: Public Health Services, DHHS

Target Population

Services

General Health Education Programs, Specialized Information and Referral

Locations: View Location(s)
- Public Health Services
  401 Hungerford Drive
  Rockville, MD 20850
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Health Promoters Program "Vias de la Salud" (View Details)

The mission of the program is to improve the health and wellbeing of the low income Latino community of Montgomery County, through the training and empowerment of Latino health promoters using strategies of promotion and healthy lifestyle behaviors, increasing access to care and advocacy for policies that impact and benefits the community.

Organization: Office of Community Affairs - DHHS

Target Population

Hispanic/Latino Community
Services

General Health Education Programs

Locations: View Location(s)
- Office of Community Affairs - DHHS
  401 Hungerford Drive
  Rockville, MD 20850
  
  Hours of Operation:
  - Mon: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
  - Tue: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
  - Wed: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
  - Thu: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
  - Fri: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
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Health Service (View Details)

ECC is committed to improving the health of its stakeholders by increasing access to health care. The Center provides important health information to the community through collaboration with other organizations. ECC’s health services give emphasis on awareness creation and prevention education. This is accomplished through organizing health fare, t...

Organization: Ethiopian Community Center, Inc.

Target Population

Services

General Health Education Programs

Locations: View Location(s)
- Ethiopian Community Center, Inc.
  7603 Georgia Avenue NW # 100
  Washington, DC 20010
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Health and Wellness Programs (View Details)

Single Sessions on Health Topics tailored to your audience. Including Healthy Eating, Blood Pressure, RE-think your drink, diabetes, exercise and activity, heart disease and stroke, opioid basics, cholesterol

Organization: Circle of Rights

Target Population

Services

General Health Education Programs

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Immunization Program (View Details)

Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services offers immunizations through the Vaccines for Children (VFC) Program to eligible children through 18 years of age, by appointment only, at the Dennis Avenue Health Center, Germantown Health Center, School Health Services Immunization Clinic at Rocking Horse Road Center and the Silver Spring ...

Organization: Public Health Services, DHHS

Target Population

High School Aged Youth, Middle School Aged Youth, Preschool Age Children, Primary School Age Children, Infants/Toddlers, Newborns
Services

General Health Education Programs, Immunizations

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- Dennis Avenue Health Center
  2000 Dennis Ave
  Silver Spring, MD 20902
  
  Hours of Operation:
  Note: Immunization Appointments are available Tuesday and Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Thursday 8:00 a.m, - 6:30 p.m. (STD Clinic-by appointment only) First and third Tuesday 8:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. (HIV Clinic - by appointment only) Death Certificates filed and issued M-F 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Birth Certificates issued Monday-Friday 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Immunizations--appointments are available on Tuesdays
  - Mon: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
  - Tue: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
  - Wed: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
  - Thu: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
  - Fri: 8 a,m. - 4 p.m.
  Germantown Health Center
  12900 Middlebrook Road
  Gaithersburg, MD 20874
  
  Hours of Operation:
  Note: Immunization appointments are available on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday Closed on County holidays. Evening hours are available on Tuesdays from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Adults 19 years and older. Montgomery Cares patients Immunization Program--appointments are available Wednesday mornings and Thursday afternoons.
  - Mon: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
  - Tue: 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  - Wed: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
  - Thu: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
  - Fri: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
  Silver Spring Health Center
  8630 Fenton Street
  Silver Spring, MD 20910
  
  Hours of Operation:
  Note: Immunization Appointments are available Tuesday and Wednesday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Closed on County holidays. Evening hours are available on Tuesdays from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (Pregnancy Testing) Appointments are available for the Immunization Program on Wednesdays Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (Dental Clinic)
  - Mon: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
  - Tue: 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  - Wed: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
  - Thu: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
  - Fri: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
  School Health Services Immunization Center/Rocking Horse Road Center
  4910 Macon Rd
  Rockville, MD 20852
  
  Hours of Operation:
  Note: Immunization Appointments are available Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m
  - Mon: 8:30 am - 4:00 pm
  - Tue: 8:30 am - 4:00 pm
  - Wed: 8:30 am - 4:00 pm
  - Thu: 8:30 am - 4:00 pm
  - Fri: 8:30 am - 4:00 pm
  - Sat: 8:30 am - 4:00 pm
  - Sun: 8:30 am - 4:00 pm
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Introduction to Stroke Prevention (View Details)

Circle of Rights uses its skills and knowledge to inform individuals and their families about chronic conditions that can lead to stroke.Our one-hour programs can be taught in different languages:EnglishSpanishAmharicPrimary topics include:ExerciseNutritionDiabetesHigh blood pressureHigh cholesterolHeart diseaseOpioids

Organization: Circle of Rights

Target Population

Services

General Health Education Programs

Locations: View Location(s)
- Spanish Catholic Center- Gaithersburg
  201 E Diamond Ave
  Gaithersburg, MD 20877
  Circle of Rights
  11 Duncich Manor Place
  Gaithersburg, MD 20877
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Latino Health Initiative (View Details)

This Program aims to improve the quality of life of Latinos living in Montgomery County by contributing to the development and implementations of an integrated, coordinated, culturally and linguistically competent health wellness system that support, values and respects Latino families and communities. ~ La misión de la Iniciativa Latina de Salud...

Organization: Office of Community Affairs - DHHS

Target Population

Hispanic/Latino Community
Services

General Health Education Programs

Locations: View Location(s)
- Silver Spring Health Center
  8630 Fenton Street
  Silver Spring, MD 20910
  
  Hours of Operation:
  - Mon: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
  - Tue: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
  - Wed: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
  - Thu: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
  - Fri: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
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Latino Asthma Management Program (View Details)

This program is designed to increase the knowledge of Latino parents of children with asthma regarding the condition and its management, and increase awareness and utilization of pediatric clinical services.

Organization: Office of Community Affairs - DHHS

Target Population

Adults, Hispanic/Latino Community
Services

General Health Education Programs

Locations: View Location(s)
- Office of Community Affairs - DHHS
  401 Hungerford Drive
  Rockville, MD 20850
  
  Hours of Operation:
  - Mon: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
  - Tue: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
  - Wed: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
  - Thu: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
  - Fri: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
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Medication Management (View Details)

Organization: Vesta, Inc.

Target Population

Services

Medication Information/Management, Prescription Medication Services

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Medication Management (View Details)

Organization: Vesta, Inc.

Target Population

Services

Medication Information/Management, Prescription Medication Services

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Afterschool Program (View Details)

The program delivers nutrition education for young people from 6-12 years old. This program integrates physical activity into nutrition lessons for youth including the following messages: Be Active/Have Fun; Snack in MY Pyramid Way; Read Labels; Eat a variety of fruits & vegetable every day – More Matters!; Drink water, 1% or skim milk, 100% juic...

Organization: Montgomery County 4-H

Target Population

Primary School Age Children
Services

Nutrition Education

Locations: View Location(s)
- Montgomery County 4-H
  18410 Muncaster Rd
  Derwood, MD 20855
  
  Hours of Operation:
  - Fri: 8:30 am - 5:00
  - Thu: 8:30 am - 5:00
  - Wed: 8:30 am - 5:00
  - Tue: 8:30 am - 5:00
  - Mon: 8:30 am - 5:00
  Jackson Road ES
  900 Jackson Rd
  Silver Spring, MD 20904
  Takoma Park ES
  7511 Holly Ave
  Takoma Park, MD 20912
  Viers Mill ES
  11711 Joseph Mill Rd
  Silver Spring, MD 20906
  Glenallan ES
  12520 Heurich Rd
  Silver Spring, MD 20902
  McAuliffe ES
  12500 Wisteria Dr
  Germantown, MD 20874
  Gaithersburg ES
  35 N Summit Ave
  Gaithersburg, MD 20877
  Greencastle ES
  13611 Robey Rd
  Silver Spring, MD 20904
  Burnt Mills ES
  11211 Childs Street
  Silver Spring, MD 20901
  Cedar Grove ES
  24001 Ridge Rd
  Germantown, MD 20876
  Whitman HS
  7100 Whittier Blvd
  Bethesda, MD 20817
  Rosa Parks MS
  19200 Olney Mill Rd
  Olney, MD 20832
  South Lake ES
  18201 Contour Rd
  Gaithersburg, MD 20877
  Ride ES
  21301 Seneca Crossing Dr
  Germantown, MD 20876
  Wheaton Woods ES
  4510 Faroe Place
  Rockville, MD 20853
  Woodlin ES
  2101 Luzerne Ave
  Silver Spring, MD 20910
  Argyle MS
  2400 Bel Pre Rd
  Silver Spring, MD 20906
  Kemp Mill ES
  411 Sisson St
  Silver Spring, MD 20902
  Westover ES
  401 Hawkesbury La
  Silver Spring, MD 20904
  Twinbrook ES
  5911 Ridgeway Ave
  Rockville, MD 20851
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Cooking Matters at the Store (View Details)

An interactive 45 minute walk around the supermarket for balanced budget shopping tips and tricks. Available for adults, mothers participants in WIC, and Spanish speakers (limited).

Organization: Manna Food Center

Target Population

Benefits Recipients, Hispanic/Latino Community, Parents, Low Income
Services

Nutrition Education

Locations: View Location(s)
- Manna Food Center
  9311 Gaither Rd
  Gaithersburg, MD 20877
  Giant Food Store
  8750 Arliss St
  Silver Spring, MD 20901
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