September Senior News
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September is Falls Prevention Month
We all have a role to play. There is a presentation every weekday in September. Join GROWS at these member-sponsored events to help you prevent falls. FREE and open to the public. Check out the full list here. The Beacon also has a large ad on page 45 of the September edition that lists the events. The online version is available on the Beacon's website at https://www.thebeaconnewspapers.com/.
Community-Based Outpatient Clinic Opening in Montgomery County
The DC VA Medical Center will host the official ribbon cutting ceremony for the new DC VA Community-Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC) on Friday, September 7, 2018 at 10:30 am. It is located at 15810 Gaither Road in Gaithersburg and has ample parking and easy access.
It will be the first Department of Veterans Affairs community clinic in Montgomery County offering health care services to the more than 42,000 Veterans living in the County and other Veterans in the surrounding areas. The newly renovated building space will offer 11,600 square feet with room for primary-care and mental-health clinics as well as space for exams, telehealth, telemedicine, pharmacy, lab, patient education, hearing aid fittings and specialty care. The Commission on Veterans Affairs along with Senator Chris Van Hollen and Senator Ben Cardin staff have been negotiating with the VA to have this clinic established since 2011.
Volunteer Opportunities for Stroke Survivors
Montgomery County Stroke Association, Silver Spring Chapter
Tuesday, September 11, 2018 from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm
Almost Café in Margaret Schweinhaut Senior Center
1000 Forest Glen Road, Silver Spring, Maryland 20901
Presented by Kathleen Meaney Stobie and Beth Isen, Montgomery County Volunteer Center Event is FREE and open to all interested. If you plan to attend, please RSVP to Elaine Parreco at 301-681-6272.
Hear the Latest about Metro, the ADA and “Abilities Ride”
Tuesday, September 18, 2018 from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Holiday Park Senior Center, 3950 Ferrara Drive, Wheaton, MD 20906
Getting all around the County might be easier than you expect, especially if you take advantage of the Metro System and services such as Metro Access and Abilities Ride. Christian Blake, Director of ADA Policy and Planning for the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA), will speak about progress with Abilities Ride (the taxi alternative to Metro Access), WMATA’s efforts to improve safety for Metro passengers with visual impairment, and more.
The meeting is open to the public; however, space is limited. Please RSVP to Shawn Brennan, Mobility Manager, at 240-777-1350 or shawn.brennan@montgomerycountymd.gov.
Job Search Training Program for those who are 50+
Are you over age 50 and frustrated by your job search? JCA’s Career Gateway Program can help you hone your resume, polish your networking and interviewing skills, use Internet job search resources more effectively, and turn your age and experience to your advantage. Each session of the Career Gateway features 30 hours of small-group classroom instruction over five days, comprehensive take-home materials, practical exercises, and a long-term mentor – all for only $75! Sessions run from 9:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. Optional employment-related tech training available, as well.
Multiple 2018/2019 Sessions Offered:
2018 Sessions
#1: September 20, 21, 26, 27, 28
#2: November 5, 7, 9, 12, 14
2019 Sessions
#3: January 22, 23, 25, 28, 30
#4: March 4, 6, 8, 11, 13
#5: April 22, 24, 25, 29 and May 1
#6: June 11, 12, 14, 17, 19
For more information, call Jodie Rasch at 301-255-4215 or email her at Jodie.Rasch@accessjca.org.
Montgomery County’s First Active Aging Week September 23 - 29
Active Aging Week is a national effort that promotes the benefits of a healthy lifestyle by giving older adults the opportunity to experience diverse activities and exercise in a safe, friendly and fun atmosphere. This year’s theme is “Inspiring Wellness.” Agencies and organizations throughout the County are sponsoring a variety of special events and programs that showcase opportunities for growing, learning, fun and staying fit as we age. For a full calendar listing of events, dates, times, locations and registration information, visit www.infomontgomery.org/active-aging/.
Program airs at the following times: Sunday - (6:00pm) | Mon - (10:00am) | Tues - (1:00am, 12:30pm, 6:00pm) | Thurs - (2:30am, 6:00pm) | Fri - (10:30am) | Sat - (2:00am).
Where to Watch: Comcast and RCN channel 6; Verizon channel 30; or On-Demand at the County's website by clicking here.
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