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Linkages Parenting Class Graduates Fathers at Gaithersburg Middle School

Fathers in the 2025–26 Linkages Parenting Class at Gaithersburg Middle School were honored at a graduation ceremony.

DHHS· May 5, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Linkages to Learning May 2026 Newsletter”
May 5
Health & Human Services

Basics Coordinator to Visit Three FIC Sites in May

Basics Insight Program coordinator Angelica Desoto will lead play and art activities at Rockville, Gaithersburg, and Silver Spring FIC sites in May.

MCFIC· May 3, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Family Involvement Center — “FIC: May Learning Link/ Enlace de Aprendizaje de Mayo”
May 3
Health & Human Services

Co-Parenting Virtual Workshop Scheduled for May 27

Free virtual session 'Positive Co-Parenting: Working Together for Children's Success' runs May 27, 3:30–4:30 p.m.

MCFIC· May 3, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Family Involvement Center — “FIC: May Learning Link/ Enlace de Aprendizaje de Mayo”
May 3
Health & Human Services

Virtual Workshop on Picky Eaters Set for May 6

Early Childhood Services hosts a free virtual Family Learning Series session on picky eating Wednesday, May 6 at 7:00 p.m.

MCFIC· May 3, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Family Involvement Center — “FIC: May Learning Link/ Enlace de Aprendizaje de Mayo”
May 3
Health & Human Services

Family Involvement Center Open May 4–28 for Early Childhood Families

FIC sites in Rockville, Gaithersburg, and Silver Spring run Monday–Thursday, 9:30 a.m.–1 p.m., closing May 25 for the holiday.

MCFIC· May 3, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Family Involvement Center — “FIC: May Learning Link/ Enlace de Aprendizaje de Mayo”
May 3
Health & Human Services

FIC Program Sessions for May 4–28 Open for Sign-Up

Montgomery County Family Involvement Center program session registration for May 4–28 opens May 1 at 3:00 p.m.

MCFIC· May 1, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Family Involvement Center — “FIC: Sign up now!/ ¡Regístrate ahora!”
May 1
Health & Human Services

Rec Assist Financial Aid Accepting Applications for Summer Programs

Montgomery County's Rec Assist program offers eligible residents $400 per family member toward recreation program costs.

Montgomery County Recreation· May 1, 2026· 1 link
From: Press Release - Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Recreation Summer Program Registration Begins Tuesday, May 12”
May 1
Health & Human Services

Health Equity Roundtable Set for May 19 in Rockville

AAHI, AAHP, and LHI invite 501(c)(3)/(c)(4) orgs to shape FY2027 priorities in mental health, aging, and community health.

DHHS· May 1, 2026· 0 links
From: Latino Health Initiative — “Invitation: Health Equity Roundtable on May 19th”
May 1
Health & Human Services

Family Involvement Center Offers Free Early Childhood Play Program

FIC provides free play-based early childhood program for children birth–5 of all abilities; orientation required before participating.

MCFSN· May 1, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Family Support Network — “MCITP/FSN Newsletter: May 2026 Vol. I”
May 1
Health & Human Services

Parents Interacting with Infants Group Meets Weekly in Olney

MCITP in-person parent-infant group at Olney Mill Road site runs Tuesdays May 6–June 10 for families with babies aged 8–18 months.

MCFSN· May 1, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Family Support Network — “MCITP/FSN Newsletter: May 2026 Vol. I”
May 1
Health & Human Services

Family Learning Series: Picky Eaters Workshop May 6

MCITP Family Support Network hosts a free virtual session on picky eating strategies for parents, Wed. May 6, 7–8:30pm.

MCFSN· May 1, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Family Support Network — “MCITP/FSN Newsletter: May 2026 Vol. I”
May 1
Health & Human Services

Council Member Meets NCCF Director on Children's Mental Health Services

Councilmember Sayles met with NCCF Executive Director Ralph Belk to discuss service delivery for children and families facing behavioral health needs.

Sayles· Apr 30, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Laurie-Anne Sayles — “The Sayles Sentinel: Balancing Priorities, Advancing the SMART Agenda”
Apr 30
Health & Human Services

Autism Acceptance Month Proclamation Issued by County Council

Montgomery County Council issued an Autism Acceptance Month Proclamation, spotlighting housing, employment, and inclusion needs for autistic adults.

Sayles· Apr 30, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Laurie-Anne Sayles — “The Sayles Sentinel: Balancing Priorities, Advancing the SMART Agenda”
Apr 30
Health & Human Services

Tree House Child Advocacy Center Holds Open House in April

The Tree House Child Advocacy Center held an open house during Child Abuse Prevention Month to showcase programs supporting young survivors.

Sayles· Apr 30, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Laurie-Anne Sayles — “The Sayles Sentinel: Balancing Priorities, Advancing the SMART Agenda”
Apr 30
Health & Human Services

CAI Participants Speak at Black Maternal Health Events in April

Two Community Advocacy Institute participants spoke at separate Black Maternal Health Week events in Montgomery County on April 11 and April 15.

DHHS· Apr 30, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Community Action e-newsletter: April 2026”
Apr 30
Health & Human Services

Cluster Projects Award Scholarships, Host Guardianship Clinic

County Cluster Projects awarded summer camp and pool scholarships to 36 children and families, and hosted a Standby Guardianship Clinic on April 2.

DHHS· Apr 30, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Community Action e-newsletter: April 2026”
Apr 30
Health & Human Services

IECMH Consultation Applications Close April 30

Montgomery County Child Care Support Services accepting last-day applications for its year-long Infant & Early Childhood Mental Health Consultation program.

DHHS· Apr 30, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Child Care Support Services — “[UPDATED LINK] Last Chance: IECMH Application Closes Tomorrow April 30th!”
Apr 30
Health & Human Services

9th Annual Older Adults and Veterans Mental Health Awareness Day Set for May 7

The 9th annual online Older Adults and Veterans Mental Health Awareness Day takes place May 7 at 10 a.m. at connect.ncoa.org/OAMHAD2026.

DHHS· Apr 30, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County, MD — “May Caregiver newsletter”
Apr 30
Health & Human Services

Alzheimer's Association Hosts Three May Education Webinars

The Alzheimer's Association National Capital Area Chapter is offering three free virtual programs in May covering finances, brain health, and Down syndrome.

DHHS· Apr 30, 2026· 3 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “May Caregiver newsletter”
Apr 30
Health & Human Services

County Offers Free Hearing Aids to Residents 60+ Through Access HEARS

DHHS is distributing free hearing aids and personal sound amplifiers to eligible residents age 60 and older on a first-come, first-served basis.

DHHS· Apr 30, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “May Caregiver newsletter”
Apr 30
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