02-20-13 Waverly House HepB Lecture |
Wednesday, February 27, 2013
HOC Waverly House Hepatitis B Lecture
Last
week on February 20, AAHI gave a health lecture at one of the Housing Opportunities Commission (HOC) senior housing complexes to educate Chinese-speaking residents about
hepatitis B. Health Promoters conducted the presentation in Chinese, which
included a general overview of hepatitis B, screening and prevention, as well as
a number of community resources.
Monday, February 25, 2013
MCPS Prekindergarten and Head Start Programs
For
income-eligible families with children who will be 4 years old by September 1,
2013, including children with disabilities.
Registration
for Prekindergarten and Head Start classes for the 2013-2014 school year
will begin on March 1, 2013. Families
are encouraged to register by September 1, 2013 to ensure MCPS bus transportation.
Walk-in
applications will be accepted Monday through Thursday, 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m., at Rocking Horse
Road Center,
4910 Macon Road,
Room 141, Rockville, Maryland 20852.
You must
bring the following documents:
1) U.S. Birth Certificate or U.S. Passport
Children who
are not U.S.
citizens MUST first register with the School Counseling, Residency and
International Admissions Office. Call 301-230-0686 for an appointment.
2) Family
Income Verification (include all persons working or receiving income in
household)
–2012
1040 tax statement, including all W2’s, and 3 current pay stubs for each job;
if self-employed, submit Schedule “C” (Profit and Loss from Business) and Form
1099;
–Proof
of additional income sources (i.e., child support court order or notarized
letter showing dollar amount, unemployment, Temporary Cash Assistance, rental
income, Social Security, notarized financial support letter showing dollar
amount, etc.)
3) Acceptable
Proof of Montgomery
County Residence
–Current
property tax bill or deed and current utility bill (if HOMEOWNER)
–Copy
of current lease and utility bill (if RENTER) and Housing Opportunities
Commission (HOC) letter, if applicable
–Notarized
Shared Housing Disclosure: MCPS Form 335-74 (if sharing housing and/or
living with others); AND copy of homeowner’s property tax bill, deed, or
renter’s current lease; AND owner’s utility bill; AND 3 documents mailed
to the parent/guardian at the shared housing address.
4) Parent’s/Guardian’s
Photo Identification
5) Additional
Supporting Documents (i.e., Child Care Provider Name, Address, and
Telephone Number; Child’s Medical Insurance Information; Food Stamps; Women,
Infants, and Children (WIC) Nutrition Program; Child Care Subsidy Vouchers;
Rental/Utilities Assistance; Individualized Education Program (IEP); Court
Documents for Custody/Guardianship/Foster Care), if applicable.
For more information, phone 301-230-0676, or TTY phone, 301-230-5462. You can also visit online at the MCPS Early Childhood Programs and Services website.
MCPS Pre-K and Head Start Program Flyer (English)
MCPS Pre-K and Head Start Program Flyer (Chinese)
MCPS Pre-K and Head Start Program Flyer (Korean)
MCPS Pre-K and Head Start Program Flyer (Vietnamese)
For more information, phone 301-230-0676, or TTY phone, 301-230-5462. You can also visit online at the MCPS Early Childhood Programs and Services website.
MCPS Pre-K and Head Start Program Flyer (English)
MCPS Pre-K and Head Start Program Flyer (Chinese)
MCPS Pre-K and Head Start Program Flyer (Korean)
MCPS Pre-K and Head Start Program Flyer (Vietnamese)
Friday, February 22, 2013
Annual Heart Health Event with AAHP and HCH
On Saturday, February 16, AAHI participated in the 6th Annual Heart Health Screening & Education Event. The African American Health Program and the Holy Cross Hospital Community Health Department celebrated Heart Health Month by hosting an event where participants received free screenings for blood pressure, glucose, cholesterol, oral cancer, glaucoma, and vision. AAHI provided carbon monoxide screenings and educated community members on health topics breast cancer, diabetes, and patient-physician communication as well as local resources.
Thursday, February 21, 2013
Chinese Cultural & Community Service Center (CCACC) Community Service Fair
On Saturday, February 16, AAHI took part in CCACC's Community Service Fair at Lakeforest Mall. Community organizations from the area shared
information about their services with the community. AAHI provided information on
important health topics including cancer, diabetes, hepatitis B, and
osteoporosis. A number of mall patrons enjoyed spinning the Wheel of Health
Education and learning more about breast cancer.
We would like to express our thanks to CCACC for allowing us to participate in
this year’s Lunar New Year celebrations!
Tuesday, February 12, 2013
February is Heart Health Month!
Did you know that heart disease is
number one leading cause of death in the U.S. and the second leading cause of
death among Asian Americans? Certain health conditions such as high blood
pressure, high cholesterol, obesity, diabetes, and family history can put you at
greater risk for developing heart disease. Other risk factors associated with
heart disease include lifestyle choices such as physical inactivity and
cigarette smoking. The good news: heart disease is both controllable and
preventable. To learn more about heart disease and how to reduce your risk
today, please visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website.
Be sure to spread the word to your friends and family!
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