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Two FIC Parent Educators Departing March 19

Nikkea Anderson and Keena Gentry, both Parent Educators at the Montgomery County Family Involvement Center, leave March 19.

MCFIC· Mar 13, 2026· 0 sources
From: Montgomery County Family Involvement Center — “FIC: Staff Updates/ Actualizaciones”
Mar 13
Health & Human Services

DHHS Free Vaccination Clinics Open During Spring Break March 30–April 6

Montgomery County DHHS will hold free student vaccination clinics during spring break, March 30–April 6, to help families meet school immunization requirements.

DHHS· Mar 13, 2026· 0 sources
From: Montgomery County, MD — “🎶 R-E-S-P-E-C-T… Find Out What It Means at RespectFest!”
Mar 13
Health & Human Services

Free Tax Prep at Libraries Through Tax Season; Book by March 3

AARP Tax Aide volunteers offer free tax prep for low-to-moderate income residents, especially seniors 60+, by appointment at Montgomery County libraries.

Commission for Women· Mar 13, 2026· 0 sources
From: Montgomery County, MD — “🎶 R-E-S-P-E-C-T… Find Out What It Means at RespectFest!”
Mar 13
Health & Human Services

Free Monthly Divorce and Separation Law Classes Starting April 1

Local family law attorneys offer free monthly classes on Maryland separation and divorce law, 7–8:30 p.m., first Wednesdays through June 2026.

Commission for Women· Mar 13, 2026· 0 sources
From: Montgomery County, MD — “🎶 R-E-S-P-E-C-T… Find Out What It Means at RespectFest!”
Mar 13
Health & Human Services

7th Annual RespectFest Hits Wheaton This Sunday

Free teen dating violence awareness festival at Wheaton Rec Center on March 15, with yoga, self-defense demos, pizza, and up to 3 SSL hours.

Commission for Women· Mar 13, 2026· 1 source
From: Montgomery County, MD — “🎶 R-E-S-P-E-C-T… Find Out What It Means at RespectFest!”
Mar 13
Health & Human Services

Free Tax Filing Event Saturday in Gaithersburg

Super VITA Day offers free tax prep for households earning $69K or less at Bohrer Park, March 14, 11 AM–2 PM.

DHHS· Mar 13, 2026· 1 source
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Super VITA Day Happening TOMORROW in Gaithersburg!”
Mar 13
Health & Human Services

DHHS Seeks Bids for Emergency Shelter Furniture

Montgomery County DHHS has issued a Local Small Business solicitation for emergency shelter furniture, due March 18, 2026 at 5 p.m.

DHHS· Mar 12, 2026· 1 source
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Emergency Shelter Furniture”
Mar 12
Health & Human Services

WSSC Water Assistance Programs Discussed on En Sintonía Friday

WSSC Water spokesperson Luis Maya will outline financial assistance programs for residents facing hardship on the March 13 En Sintonía broadcast.

MCCouncil· Mar 12, 2026· 0 sources
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Fraud Awareness: How to Spot and Avoid Scams to be Featured on En Sintonía con e…”
Mar 12
Health & Human Services

Cohen Military Family Clinic Offers Free Vet Mental Health Care

The Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinic at Easterseals provides in-person and telehealth mental health services to veterans and their families.

Stewart· Mar 11, 2026· 0 sources
From: Councilmember Kate Stewart — “Keeping Up With Kate: Women's history month, vehicle recovery act, mental h…”
Mar 11
Health & Human Services

Takoma Park Opioid Summit Set for March 21

OEMHS and Takoma Park host an Opioid Summit on March 21, 2026, from 10 AM to 2 PM at the Takoma Park Community Center.

Stewart· Mar 11, 2026· 0 sources
From: Councilmember Kate Stewart — “Keeping Up With Kate: Women's history month, vehicle recovery act, mental h…”
Mar 11
Health & Human Services

Youth Mental Health Convening Recap Report Released

Stewart's second Mental Health Convening brought together youth, providers, and community partners; a summary report and video recap are now available.

Stewart· Mar 11, 2026· 3 sources
From: Councilmember Kate Stewart — “Keeping Up With Kate: Women's history month, vehicle recovery act, mental h…”
Mar 11
Health & Human Services

MCITP Hosts Free Toddler Sleep Workshop March 11

Family Support Network offers a virtual session on toddler sleep challenges and bedtime routines on March 11, 2026, 7–8:30 p.m.

DHHS· Mar 10, 2026· 0 sources
From: Montgomery County Family Support Network — “MCITP Parent Education & Training: Beyond the Bedtime Battles | Understandin…”
Mar 10
Health & Human Services

Kingdom Cares East County Hub Offers Monthly Food Distribution

Kingdom Cares' East County Hub provides ongoing food distribution at multiple East County locations; schedule available online.

Mink· Mar 9, 2026· 1 source
From: Councilmember Kristin Mink — “March Newsletter from Councilmember Mink”
Mar 9
Health & Human Services

OLO Report Flags Racial Gaps in Maternal Health

HHS Committee reviewed a Feb. 19 OLO report showing Black women in Montgomery County face highest rates of maternal morbidity and infant death.

Mink· Mar 9, 2026· 0 sources
From: Councilmember Kristin Mink — “March Newsletter from Councilmember Mink”
Mar 9
Health & Human Services

Free Separation and Divorce Law Class Series Begins April 1

Local family law attorneys will lead free monthly classes on Maryland separation and divorce law, 7–8:30 p.m., through June 2026.

Commission for Women· Mar 6, 2026· 0 sources
From: Montgomery County, MD — “We Did It! Montgomery County Council Passes CEDAW Resolution”
Mar 6
Health & Human Services

Pepco Offers Bill Assistance Amid Decade-High Winter Energy Costs

Pepco programs including LIHEAP, flexible payment plans, and energy efficiency tools are available for struggling households.

Fani-González· Mar 5, 2026· 1 source
From: Council President Natali Fani-González — “Commonsense immigration policies coming, More Jobs! | Español abajo”
Mar 5
Health & Human Services

Free Citizenship Clinic Set for April 11 in Wheaton

Free naturalization application assistance with multilingual services available; advance registration required.

Fani-González· Mar 5, 2026· 0 sources
From: Council President Natali Fani-González — “Commonsense immigration policies coming, More Jobs! | Español abajo”
Mar 5
Health & Human Services

CaringMatters Grief Support Registration Closes March 11

CaringMatters is accepting registrations for free grief and loss support programs; Family Night deadline is March 11, 2026.

LHI· Mar 5, 2026· 1 source
From: Montgomery County, MD — “LHI Community Connections - March 5th”
Mar 5
Health & Human Services

Maryland Coalition of Families Offers Peer Recovery Specialist Training

MCF and Primary Care Coalition are offering a pathway for individuals to become Certified Peer Recovery Specialists.

LHI· Mar 5, 2026· 3 sources
From: Montgomery County, MD — “LHI Community Connections - March 5th”
Mar 5
Health & Human Services

Encuentros Free Mental Health Groups Open to County Residents

LHI and Identity offer free Encuentros support groups for middle schoolers, high schoolers, parents, and adults in Montgomery County.

LHI· Mar 5, 2026· 1 source
From: Montgomery County, MD — “LHI Community Connections - March 5th”
Mar 5
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