P.O. Box 1684 Olney, Md 20830.
Olney Home for Life will hold a Food Drive in the parking lot of Olney Elementary School (3401 Queen Mary Drive) from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, July 30. The drive will support the food distribution work done by Olney Help. The most needed items are recently purchased cold cereals, pancake mix/syrup, jellies, canned […]
Montgomery County Recreation has many ways for independent adults, 55 and better to stay active and healthy. Whether you are working, semi-retired, or fully retired, we have many programs, activities, classes, and events for you to choose from. There are many opportunities for you to THRIVE in our programs. Travel programs-we travel both near and far […]
JCA's SCSEP (Senior Community Service Employment Program) is partnering with WorkSource Montgomery and Montgomery College to offer Computer Foundations. This free, 12-week, hands-on course will build computer foundational skills for those wishing to enter or re-enter the workforce. This is a great program for those over 50 who want to have a fundamental understanding of […]
Presented by Lori La Bey, Founder of Alzheimer’s Speaks. Lori La Bey is a passionate advocate who searches for ways to shift our dementia care culture from crisis to comfort. She was recognized by Sharecare as the #1 Influencer Online for Alzheimer’s. As a professional speaker and daughter of a mother with dementia for over […]
Housing needs change as we age, but it’s possible for our homes and communities to be livable for people of all ages and life stages. This free, online workshop will bring together local leaders, housing practitioners, and AARP staff and volunteers to explore how communities nationwide can provide safe, affordable housing options for individuals and […]
Emergency Preparedness for Villages: keeping yourself and your community safe! Patrick Fleming (Office of Emergency Management & Homeland Security) and Sean O’Donnell (Dep. of Health & Human Services) will share critical information about simple steps that can save your life. We will also discuss villages’ role in responding to emergencies and disasters. To join the […]
Montgomery County health officials are urging all residents to get a flu vaccination and the County will hold clinics for adults and children in October and November. Getting a flu vaccination does not protect against COVID-19, but flu shots have been shown to reduce the risk of flu illness, hospitalization and death. Read more at […]
Sponsored by Montgomery County Government and The Beacon Noon to 4 p.m., Sunday, October 30, 2022 In Conjunction with the Beacon 50+Expo At The Margaret Schweinhaut Senior Center
September is National Senior Center Month—your opportunity to promote a positive image of aging, highlight how your center improves the lives of older adults, show your center’s importance in the community, and create interest in prospective new participants and collaborative partners. NCOA is committed to bringing more senior centers into the conversation to enable us […]
MEDICARE PRESENTATION OUTLINE Mark A. Gottlieb, MHA, President of Gottlieb Insurance Advisory, an independent insurance brokerage offering a wide array of well-known products (including those offered by AARP), will be presenting an educational session “Medicare Coverage Options – What You Need to Know”. People find this session to be extremely helpful to them throughout the […]