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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
Health & Human Services

County Offers Free Dementia Awareness Sessions for Organizations

Certified Montgomery County volunteers offer free 45–60-minute dementia awareness presentations to community groups and workplaces.

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

Virtual 'Powerful Tools for Caregivers' Class Begins May 4

A six-week virtual caregiver self-care class runs every Wednesday from May 4 through June 15, 2:30–4:30 p.m.

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

JCA Zoom Session on Cannabis and Ketamine Therapies Set for May 11

JCA Gorlitz Kensington Clubs caregiver program hosts a panel on cannabis, ketamine, and evolving mental health treatments on May 11.

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

JCA Kesher Cafe Dementia Program Meets In Person May 3

JCA Kesher Cafe young-onset dementia social program for adults diagnosed before age 65 meets in person in Rockville on May 3.

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

County Launches Free Caregiver Platform Care4MC.Trualta.com

Montgomery County is offering caregivers a new online resource at Care4MC.Trualta.com starting May 2026.

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

Multicultural Senior Services Fair Comes to Gaithersburg May 12

Free fair at Bohrer Park offers in-person interpreters in Spanish, French, Amharic, Chinese, Russian, and more for seniors and caregivers.

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

County to Launch Youth Substance Use Prevention Grant, Up to $150K

DHHS seeks a nonprofit to deliver evidence-based substance use prevention curriculum for grades 4–6; launch expected early May 2026.

OGM· Apr 29, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Final FY26 Grant Programs Coming Soon!”
Apr 29
Health & Human Services

$100K Fentanyl Reduction Grant Program Coming in Early May

DHHS will launch a $100,000 grant program targeting fentanyl use, overdose, and death reduction in early May 2026.

OGM· Apr 29, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Final FY26 Grant Programs Coming Soon!”
Apr 29
Health & Human Services

FY27 Lighthouse Grant Program Offers $3.99M for Immigrant Services

Nearly $4M available for one lead nonprofit to deliver coordinated immigrant stabilization and integration services; closes May 13.

OGM· Apr 29, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Final FY26 Grant Programs Coming Soon!”
Apr 29
Health & Human Services

$100K Resident and Community Gardening Grants Close May 6

$100,000 available for food gardening initiatives reducing food insecurity; applications close May 6, 2026.

OGM· Apr 29, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Final FY26 Grant Programs Coming Soon!”
Apr 29
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