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Health & Human Services

County Resources Available for Federal Shutdown-Affected Workers

Montgomery County and Pepco offer financial relief resources to residents impacted by the ongoing federal government shutdown.

Balcombe· Oct 8, 2025· 1 source
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, October 8, 2025”
Oct 8
Health & Human Services

County Issues Extreme Heat Safety Guidance; Alert Montgomery Available

Montgomery County urges residents to sign up for Alert Montgomery and take precautions during extreme heat days this summer.

Balcombe· Aug 1, 2025· 2 sources
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A (Summer) Message from Marilyn: Friday, August 1, 2025”
Aug 1
Health & Human Services

Free Virtual Financial Wellness Seminars Begin May 6

Montgomery County Commission for Women and Public Libraries host four free virtual financial seminars on Tuesdays in May, 7–8:30 PM via Zoom.

Balcombe· Apr 30, 2025· 0 sources
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, April 30, 2025”
Apr 30
Health & Human Services

DHHS Fentanyl Reduction Grant Program Now Active

A DHHS grant program is currently accepting applications aimed at reducing fentanyl use, overdose, and death in Montgomery County.

Balcombe· Apr 30, 2025· 0 sources
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, April 30, 2025”
Apr 30
Health & Human Services

Free 8-Week Family Resiliency Program Starts Week of April 21

PEP's free online Family Resiliency Program for parents of children 5–18 begins April 21; $50 gift card offered for completion.

Balcombe· Mar 26, 2025· 1 source
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, March 26, 2025”
Mar 26
Health & Human Services

County Council Hosts 'United in Service' Webinar Series for Federal Workers

Montgomery County Council holds virtual sessions for federal workers; third session scheduled March 19.

Balcombe· Mar 12, 2025· 1 source
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, March 12, 2025”
Mar 12
Health & Human Services

Pepco Waives Fees, Extends Payment Plans Amid Higher Bills

Pepco is waiving late fees for January–February, suspending disconnections in February, and offering up to 24-month repayment plans amid recent rate increases.

Fani-González· Feb 7, 2025· 1 source
From: Councilmember Natali Fani-González — “Upcoming town halls on housing and restaurants”
Feb 7
Health & Human Services

Montgomery County Crisis Center Offers Free 24/7 Services

The Montgomery County Crisis Center at 1301 Piccard Drive in Rockville provides free walk-in crisis services around the clock, no appointment needed.

Balcombe· Feb 6, 2025· 0 sources
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Thursday, February 6, 2025”
Feb 6
Health & Human Services

DHHS Offers Free Six-Week Online Diabetes Management Workshop

DHHS hosts a free six-week online diabetes self-management workshop on Wednesdays, 4–6:30PM; registration is open.

DHHS· Jan 15, 2025· 0 sources
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, January 15, 2025”
Jan 15
Health & Human Services

MLK Day 'Fill A Truck' Toiletry Drive at Strathmore

Interfaith Works, the Office of Human Rights, and the Volunteer Center collect toiletries for homeless shelters at Strathmore on Jan. 19, 3:30–5PM.

Balcombe· Jan 15, 2025· 0 sources
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, January 15, 2025”
Jan 15
Health & Human Services

Upcounty Hub Holiday Donation Drive Ends Dec. 19

Food and toy donations accepted through Dec. 19 at 10 Upcounty locations for the Montgomery County Holiday Giving Project.

Balcombe· Dec 18, 2024· 2 sources
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, December 18, 2024”
Dec 18, 2024
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