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Health & Human Services

Heat Wave Expected to Hit 106°F Through July 17

Montgomery County health officials warn of dangerous heat index values up to 106°F persisting through Friday, July 17, 2026.

MCPIO· Jul 14, 2026· 2 links
From: Press Release - Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Health Officials Urge Residents to Prepare for High Temperatur…”
Jul 14
Health & Human Services

FIC Free Early Childhood Program Orientations Scheduled in July

Montgomery County's Family Involvement Center holds three free virtual orientations in July for parents of children birth to age 5.

DHHS· Jul 14, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Family Involvement Center — “FIC: Join us in July!/ ¡Acompáñanos en julio!”
Jul 14
Health & Human Services

Council Hearing on Intellectual Disabilities Commission Membership Bill

Bill 28-26 would amend membership, appointment, and term rules for the Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Commission.

MCCouncil· Jul 13, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council Meets on July 14 to Interview Planning Board Candidate…”
Jul 13
Health & Human Services

Maryland SUN Bucks 2026 Enrollment Open; $120 Per Student

Maryland SUN Bucks provides $40/month for June, July, and August—$120 total—per eligible student for summer groceries.

Montgomery County· Jul 10, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “We're Listening! Share Your Ideas”
Jul 10
Health & Human Services

FY26 Fentanyl Reduction Grant Applications Under Review

FY26 Fentanyl Use, Overdose, and Death Reduction Grant applications closed June 3; awards now expected from FY27 funds.

OGM· Jul 9, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Federal Uniform Guidance Changes May Impact County Nonprofits – July 9, 2026 MCG…”
Jul 9
Health & Human Services

$1.6M Healthy Communities Fund Grant Opening Late July

DHHS Asian American Health Initiative and OGM plan to launch FY27 Healthy Communities Fund grants in late July 2026.

OGM· Jul 9, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Federal Uniform Guidance Changes May Impact County Nonprofits – July 9, 2026 MCG…”
Jul 9
Health & Human Services

Gilchrist Center Offers Immigrant Support Services, Legal Help

The Gilchrist Center provides immigrant support including family preparedness guides, legal aid, and help finding food, housing, and healthcare.

PIO· Jul 8, 2026· 0 links
From: Press Release - Montgomery County, MD — “Funcionarios del Condado lanzan un portal para reportar para ayudar a monitorear…”
Jul 8
Health & Human Services

Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program Open to Adults 60 and Over

Maryland's SFMNP offers seniors 60+ benefit cards for locally grown produce at participating farmers markets, stands, and CSA programs.

Luedtke· Jul 8, 2026· 1 link
From: Councilmember Dawn Luedtke — “Baking For A Second Chance...”
Jul 8
Health & Human Services

Montgomery Village Senior Village Network Forming, July 11 Meeting

Organizers are forming a Senior Village for Montgomery Village and Gaithersburg and are seeking community input at a July 11 meeting.

Luedtke· Jul 8, 2026· 1 link
From: Councilmember Dawn Luedtke — “Baking For A Second Chance...”
Jul 8
Health & Human Services

FIC Free Early Childhood Program Orientations Offered in July

Montgomery County Family Involvement Center hosts free Zoom orientations in English and Spanish throughout July for children birth to age 5.

DHHS· Jul 7, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Family Involvement Center — “FIC: Join us in July/ ¡Acompáñanos en Julio!”
Jul 7
Health & Human Services

Basics Insight Program Coordinator to Visit FIC Sites in July–August

Basics Coordinator Angelica Desoto will lead play and art activities at Silver Spring, Gaithersburg, and Rockville FIC sites.

MCFIC· Jul 6, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Family Involvement Center — “FIC: FS Learning Link July/ Enlace de aprendizaje Julio '26”
Jul 6
Health & Human Services

All FIC Sites Close Aug. 24–31 for Staff Development

All FIC locations will be closed August 24–31 for deep cleaning, activity planning, and professional development; reopen Sept. 1.

MCFIC· Jul 6, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Family Involvement Center — “FIC: FS Learning Link July/ Enlace de aprendizaje Julio '26”
Jul 6
Health & Human Services

Silver Spring FIC Closes Aug. 10–17 for Coffield Center Maintenance

The Silver Spring FIC at Coffield Recreation Center will have no program sessions Aug. 10–17; it reopens Aug. 18.

MCFIC· Jul 6, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Family Involvement Center — “FIC: FS Learning Link July/ Enlace de aprendizaje Julio '26”
Jul 6
Health & Human Services

FIC August Sign-Up Opens July 31 for Aug. 3–20 Sessions

Registration for FIC program sessions August 3–20 opens Friday, July 31, 2026, at 3:00 p.m.

MCFIC· Jul 6, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Family Involvement Center — “FIC: FS Learning Link July/ Enlace de aprendizaje Julio '26”
Jul 6
Health & Human Services

FIC Early Childhood Program Runs July 6–29 in Three Locations

The Family Involvement Center offers free play-based sessions for children birth–5, Mon–Thu, 9:30 a.m.–1 p.m. through July 29.

MCFIC· Jul 6, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Family Involvement Center — “FIC: FS Learning Link July/ Enlace de aprendizaje Julio '26”
Jul 6
Health & Human Services

Maryland SUN Bucks Summer 2026 Enrollment Now Open

Maryland SUN Bucks provides $120 per eligible student for summer grocery purchases; enrollment for 2026 is open.

Montgomery County· Jul 2, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Happy Independence Day!”
Jul 2
Health & Human Services

FIC Program Session Sign-Ups Open July 2 at 4 p.m.

Montgomery County Family Involvement Center opens registration for July 6–29 program sessions on Thursday, July 2 at 4:00 p.m.

MCFIC· Jul 2, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Family Involvement Center — “FIC: Sign up Today!/ ¡Inscríbete hoy mismo!”
Jul 2
Health & Human Services

USDA Community Food Projects Grants Up to $400K Due July 16

USDA offers up to $400,000 for local food system projects; applications due July 16, 2026.

mc_climate· Jul 2, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Climate — “Climate News: Heat Precautions, Plastic Free July”
Jul 2
Health & Human Services

County Mobilizes Heat Safety Resources for Residents, Workers

Montgomery County outlines extreme heat precautions and worker rights as climate-driven heat waves intensify this summer.

mc_climate· Jul 2, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Climate — “Climate News: Heat Precautions, Plastic Free July”
Jul 2
Health & Human Services

Progress Place Opens Daytime Shelter for Homeless During Heat

Progress Place in Silver Spring opens daytime access and homeless shelters remain 24/7 during the county's heat emergency.

OEM· Jul 1, 2026· 0 links
From: Press Release - Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Maryland PIO - Press Release for Spanish Update”
Jul 1
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