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Food Closet (View Details)

One time pick up of food for individual or family, then referred to ongoing food pantries We also have a medical supply closet

Organization: Lutheran Church of St. Andrew

Target Population

Services

Emergency Food, Household Goods, Medical Equipment/Supplies

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Lutheran Church of St. Andrew
15300 New Hampshire Ave
Silver Spring, MD 20905

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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

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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

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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 f...

Organization: Aging and Disability Services, DHHS

Target Population

Older Adults

Services

Meals, Nutrition Education

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DHHS Offices
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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Independent Living Services (View Details)

Peer mentoring, advocacy, independent living skills training, information and referral services are provided to people with disabilities living in the County by another person with a disability.

Organization: Independence Now, Inc.

Target Population

Multiple Disabilities

Services

Home Improvement/Accessibility, Housing Counseling, Centers for Independent Living, Adult Mentoring Programs

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Independence Now, Inc.
12301 Old Columbia Pike
Silver Spring, MD 20904

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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

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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

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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)

Rockville 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

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Rockville HELP
15855 Crabbs Branch Way
Rockville, MD 20855

Note: Limited to 3 day food supply in a six month period

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MUSST Emergency Assistance Program (View Details)

Emergency Assistance is available to eligible residents in zip codes 20901, 20910, 20912, and 20783 in Montgomery County 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

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Ministries United Silver Spring/Takoma Park
8818 Georgia Avenue
Silver Spring, MD 20910

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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

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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

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HUI's Independent Housing Program (View Details)

The HUI Mission: Housing Unlimited, Inc. addresses the housing crisis for adults with psychiatric disabilities who reside in Montgomery County. HUI: - provides affordable, permanent housing opportunities - empowers people to live independently. - helps people move from substandard housing - helps people move from the homes of their ag...

Organization: Housing Unlimited, Inc

Target Population

At Risk Adults, Low Income

Services

Low Income/Subsidized Rental Housing, Independent Living Skills Instruction

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Housing Unlimited, Inc
1398 Lamberton Drive
Silver Spring, MD 20902

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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

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MCPS, Division of Food and Nutrition Services
16644 Crabbs Branch Way
Rockville, MD 20855

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Seniors Emergency Center (View Details)

The Holy Cross Hospital Seniors Emergency Center is a separate, enclosed area of the main Emergency Center that provides safe, efficient emergency services designed to meet the specific needs of non-acute elderly patients and those who care for them. The Holy Cross Hospital Seniors Emergency Center has a separate entrance just off the main waiti...

Organization: Holy Cross Hospital

Target Population

Older Adults, Frail Elderly

Services

Emergency Medical Care

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Holy Cross Hospital
1500 Forest Glen Road
Silver Spring, MD 20910

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Medical Care for Homeless Adults (View Details)

The Medical Care for Homeless Adults Program works with adults experiencing homelessness in Montgomery County to help them access medical care, obtain prescription medications and apply for public medical benefits. Nurse case management is offered to shelter clients. In addition, the program provides hospital discharge planning for homeless indiv...

Organization: Public Health Services, DHHS

Target Population

Adults, Homeless Men, Homeless Women

Services

General Medical Care, Transitional Case/Care Management

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Public Health Services
401 Hungerford Drive
Rockville, MD 20850

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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

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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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Colorectal Cancer Screening (View Details)

The Colorectal Cancer Screening program provides free cancer screenings for colorectal cancer including colonoscopy and follow up care to eligible Montgomery County residents. The program provides care coordination and links patients to further diagnosis and treatment, if it is needed. The program also offers health education to promote cancer awar...

Organization: Public Health Services, DHHS

Target Population

People Without Health Insurance, Low Income

Services

Cancer Detection

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DHHS Offices at 1401 Rockville Pike
1401 Rockville Pike
Rockville, MD 20852

Hours of Operation:
Note: Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Dental Services)
- Mon: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
- Tue: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
- Wed: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
- Thu: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
- Fri: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

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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

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Breast & Cervical Cancer Screening (View Details)

Effective July 1, 2022, the Women's Cancer Control Program (breast and cervical cancer screening), will no longer provide breast and cervical cancer screenings. We will continue to provide colorectal cancer screenings, tobacco education and cessation services. The Program and the Maryland Department of Health are working together to transition the...

Organization: Public Health Services, DHHS

Target Population

Adults, People Without Health Insurance, Low Income, Females

Services

Cancer Detection

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DHHS Offices at 1401 Rockville Pike
1401 Rockville Pike
Rockville, MD 20852

Hours of Operation:
Note: Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Dental Services)
- Mon: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
- Tue: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
- Wed: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
- Thu: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
- Fri: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

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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

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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 - 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
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
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

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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

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GapBuster Learning Center
35 University Blvd
Silver Spring, MD 20901

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STI/HIV Testing Services (View Details)

The Clinic provides testing and treatment for Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) for Montgomery County residents only. Free, anonymous and confidential HIV testing is open to all and includes pre-test counseling and post-test counseling.

Organization: Public Health Services, DHHS

Target Population

AIDS/HIV

Services

HIV Testing

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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.

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Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention (View Details)

The program provides services to the community to increase awareness about the hazards of lead exposure, to increase the number of children tested for blood lead poisoning, and to decrease lead poisoning in children. In collaboration with Maryland Department of Environment, the program offers home visitation, environmental home inspections, and...

Organization: Public Health Services, DHHS

Target Population

Preschool Age Children, Infants/Toddlers

Services

Lead Poisoning Screening

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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

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Individual Nutrition Counseling Adult & Pediatric (View Details)

Nutrition Counseling through Shady Grove Adventist Hospital offers an individual consultation with a registered dietitian for all your nutrition needs Our Nutrition Counseling offers an individual consultation with a registered dietitian for all your nutrition needs including but not limited to: Weight Loss Heart Disease Diabeti...

Organization: Washington Adventist Hospital Community Programs

Target Population

Services

Nutrition Assessment Services

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Adventist HealthCare Washington Adventist Hospital
7610 Carroll Avenue
Takoma Park, MD 20912

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Nutrition One on One (View Details)

A registered and licensed dietitian will conduct a thorough health evaluation and create personalized nutrition and exercise strategy to meet your specific health concerns.

Organization: Suburban Hospital Healthcare System Community Health

Target Population

Services

Nutrition Assessment Services

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Suburban Hospital Lambert Bldg
8710 Old Georgetown Road
Bethesda, MD 20814

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Nutrition Counseling Center (Outpatient) (View Details)

The Holy Cross Hospital Outpatient Nutrition Counseling Center helps clients make healthy choices for an improved lifestyle. At the center, the registered dietitian — who is accredited by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics— offers sound medical nutrition therapy to address patients' personal goals as they relate to all stages of life and variou...

Organization: Holy Cross Hospital

Target Population

Adults, Diabetes

Services

Nutrition Assessment Services

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Holy Cross Hospital
1500 Forest Glen Road
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Holy Cross Resource Center
9805 Dameron Drive
Silver Spring, MD 20910

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TB Testing and Treatment (View Details)

The program focuses on Tuberculosis (TB) testing, treatment, case management and education for county residents.

Organization: Public Health Services, DHHS

Target Population

Services

Tuberculosis Screening

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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.

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Medical Program (View Details)

Medical exam by a child abuse pediatrician who specializes in all forms of child maltreatment, including physical abuse, sexual abuse, and neglect.

Organization: The Tree House Child Advocacy Center of Montgomery County Maryland

Target Population

Abused Children

Services

Pediatric Evaluation

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The Tree House Child Advocacy Center of Montgomery County MD
7300 Calhoun Place, Suite 600
Rockville, MD 20855

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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

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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

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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

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Self Storage Zone
300 Old Game Preserve Rd.
Gaithersburg, MD 20879

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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 including...

Organization: Lutheran Church of St. Andrew

Target Population

Services

Assistive Technology Equipment

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Lutheran Church of St. Andrew
15300 New Hampshire Ave
Silver Spring, MD 20905

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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

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Self Storage Zone
300 Old Game Preserve Rd.
Gaithersburg, MD 20879

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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

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The Treatment and Learning Centers
2092 Gaither Road
Rockville, MD 20850

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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

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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

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GapBuster Learning Center
35 University Blvd
Silver Spring, MD 20901

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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

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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

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Margaret Schweinhaut Senior Center
1000 Forest Glen Road
Silver Spring, MD 20901
Gaithersburg Upcounty Senior Center
80A Bureau Drive
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
Holiday Park Senior Center
3950 Ferrara Drive
Wheaton, MD 20906

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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

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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

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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

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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: Sheppard Pratt

Target Population

Services

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

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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

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Alzheimer's Association National Capital Area Chapter
3701 Pender Drive
Fairfax, VA 22030

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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

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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

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Abilities Network
1738 Elton Road
Silver Spring, MD 20903

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

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Macular Degeneration Research (View Details)

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

Organization: BrightFocus Foundation

Target Population

Visual Impairments

Services

Disease/Disability Information, Charities/Grantmaking Organizations

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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. 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 strategies.

Organization: BrightFocus Foundation

Target Population

Visual Impairments

Services

Disease/Disability Information, Charities/Grantmaking Organizations

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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

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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

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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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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

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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

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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