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Gilchrist Immigrant Resource Center Offers Multilingual Rights Info

The County's Gilchrist Immigrant Resource Center provides multilingual resources on legal rights and family preparedness.

montgomerycountymd· Dec 12, 2025· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Secure Your Spot at the 2026 Women’s Legislative Briefing!”
Dec 12
Health & Human Services

Free Monthly Separation and Divorce Legal Series Begins January

Local family law attorneys lead free monthly classes on Maryland separation and divorce law, running first Wednesdays through June 2026.

CFW· Dec 12, 2025· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Secure Your Spot at the 2026 Women’s Legislative Briefing!”
Dec 12
Health & Human Services

Early Intervention Family Survey Closes Dec. 12

MCFSN's Early Intervention Family Survey for MCITP families closes today, Dec. 12, 2025; takes ~10 minutes to complete.

MCFSN· Dec 12, 2025· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Family Support Network — “Final Day to Make a Difference — Complete the Family Survey Now!”
Dec 12
Health & Human Services

County Seeks Vendors for Domestic Violence Prevention Services

Informal solicitation #1190696 is open for Domestic Violence Prevention and Education services under the LSBRP.

Office of Procurement· Dec 11, 2025· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Business Opportunities Newsletter”
Dec 11
Health & Human Services

County Solicits Shelf-Stable Meals for Senior Nutrition Program

Informal solicitation #1188743 seeks vendors to supply shelf-stable meals for the Montgomery County Senior Nutrition Program.

Office of Procurement· Dec 11, 2025· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Business Opportunities Newsletter”
Dec 11
Health & Human Services

Sayles Named HHS Committee Chair, Tour Starts Dec. 15

Councilmember Laurie-Anne Sayles appointed HHS Committee chair Dec. 9; weeklong public facility tour begins Dec. 15.

Sayles· Dec 11, 2025· 0 links
From: Councilmember Laurie-Anne Sayles — “Councilmember Laurie-Anne Sayles Announces Countywide Health and Human Services …”
Dec 11
Health & Human Services

Upcounty Hub Germantown Schedules December Food Distributions

The Upcounty Hub in Germantown has multiple food distributions scheduled throughout December 2025.

Balcombe· Dec 10, 2025· 1 link
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, December 10, 2025”
Dec 10
Health & Human Services

Age-Friendly Community Needs Survey Open Through Dec. 14

Montgomery County's Age-Friendly Community Needs Assessment survey for older adults is open through December 14.

Balcombe· Dec 3, 2025· 0 links
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, December 3, 2025”
Dec 3
Health & Human Services

Waters Landing ES Holds Friendsgiving Dinner for Families Facing Hardship

Waters Landing ES, Journey's Crossing, and Carrabba's hosted a Friendsgiving spaghetti dinner for Germantown families affected by federal furloughs and food assistance cuts.

Balcombe· Nov 19, 2025· 1 link
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, November 19, 2025”
Nov 19
Health & Human Services

Public Hearing Set on $1.66M Opioid Abatement Fund Appropriation

A public hearing on a $1,665,478 supplemental appropriation to the DHHS Opioid Abatement Fund is scheduled for Oct. 14.

Balcombe· Oct 8, 2025· 0 links
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, October 8, 2025”
Oct 8
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 link
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 links
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 links
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 links
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 link
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 link
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 link
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 links
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 links
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 links
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, January 15, 2025”
Jan 15
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