Tuesday, June 30, 2015

Thank You For a Great Fiscal Year 2015!

Another fiscal year has come and gone, but we are so excited about all the wonderful experiences and opportunities we have encountered over the past year. As always, we would like to thank our Steering Committee, Health Promoters, community partners, volunteers, and community members for a successful year. Our work would not be complete without the support we receive from each and every one of you. We cannot wait to see what is in store for us in Fiscal Year 2016. Happy Summer!

Monday, June 29, 2015

American Red Cross Blood Drive


Date: Friday, July 3, 2015 (other dates available in July)
Time: 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
Location: First National Bank, 20300 Seneca Meadows Pkwy, Germantown, MD 20876
Cost: Free
Registration: Required. To register, please call 1-800-733-2767 or register online at www.redcrossblood.org and search via zip code to schedule your appointment.

During July, the American Red Cross will host several blood drives throughout Montgomery County. All participating donors will receive an embroidered Red Cross hat while supplies last. For alternative dates, please contact David.Hull@redcross.org or search your zip code online at www.redcrossblood.org.

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Disclaimer: Please note the information provided above may be subject to change. Contact the respective organizations to ensure the most current information. Updated on 6/29/15.

Friday, June 26, 2015

Recap: Health Promoter End-of-Year Celebration

On June 23rd, AAHI hosted our annual End-of-Year Celebration for our dedicated Health Promoter team. Despite the stormy weather outside, we had a great evening of icebreaker games and dinner, as well as an opportunity to recap all of their accomplishments in FY2015. A special guest from the AAHI Steering Committee was also able to join us!


AAHI is so thankful for all the time and hard work our Health Promoters devote to the community. Our outreach efforts would not be the same without this team and we look forward to working with them again in FY2016!


Click the image below to check out more pictures from the celebration.
06-23-15 Health Promoter Celebration

Thursday, June 25, 2015

Free Summer Meals at TESS

Date: Monday-Friday, June 29 - August 21, 2015
Time: 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Location: 8513 Piney Branch Rd, Silver Spring, MD 20901
Cost: Free
Registration: Drop-ins are welcome, but it is encouraged to call the TESS Center at 240-773-8260 to pre-order a meal at least one day in advance.

The Takoma East Silver Spring (TESS) Center will be distributing free lunches to all children 18 and younger this summer! Those who are interested do not need to provide any personal information. Callers will only be asked how many lunches they will need and on which days. 



Wednesday, June 24, 2015

Free Blood Pressure Screening!


Date: Wednesday, July 1, 2015
Time: 9:30 am - 11:30 am
Location: Longwood Recreation Center, 19300 Georgia Ave, Brookeville, MD 20833
Cost: Free
Registration: Not required

Have your blood pressure checked for free by MedStar Montgomery! For more information, please contact the Community Outreach Department at 301-774-8761.

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Disclaimer: Please note the information provided above may be subject to change. Contact the respective organizations to ensure the most current information. Updated on 6/24/15.

Monday, June 22, 2015

Recap: Past Outreach Events

On June 7th, AAHI joined the Latino Health Initiative (LHI) for their Ama Tu Vida Multicultural Festival in Silver Spring. Ama Tu Vida is a campaign that aims to promote wellness and encourage community members to adopt life-long healthy habits to improve their physical, emotional, and spiritual health. The event featured over 50 vendors, free medical screenings, wellness information, and live entertainment. AAHI's Resource Information Table offered a variety of health information on topics like breast cancer, hepatitis B, and osteoporosis.

Click here to see more photos from the event.

Later that week, on June 10th, AAHI attended an event in support of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day in Wheaton. This event was hosted by the Montgomery County Elder/Vulnerable Adult Abuse Task Force and included several speakers and demonstrations on elder abuse/exploitation, emergency preparedness/home safety, and senior resources in Montgomery County. AAHI Health Promoters and staff provided general health information to community members who stopped by our Resource Information Table.

Click here to see more photos from the event.

Thank you to LHI and the Montgomery County Elder/Vulnerable Adult Abuse Task Force for two wonderful days of outreach!

Friday, June 19, 2015

Healthy Montgomery Community Conversations

Dates, Times, Locations: Please see flyer below.
Cost: Free
Registration: Required. To register, please call Yvonne Bailey at 240-777-4527, MD Relay 711, or email Yvonne.Bailey@montgomerycountymd.gov.

Community Conversations, sponsored by Healthy Montgomery, is a community-based effort to improve the health and well-being of Montgomery County residents. Each session will last about two hours and refreshments will be served. Additional sessions will be announced at a later date.


Disclaimer: Please note the information provided above may be subject to change. Contact the respective organizations to ensure the most current information. Updated on 6/19/15.

Thursday, June 18, 2015

LINCS Health and Resource Day


Date: Saturday, June 20, 2015
Time: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Location: Holy Cross Hospital Professional Community Education Center, 1500 Forest Glen Rd, Silver Spring, MD 20910
Cost: Free
Registration: Not required

Check out the 1st Annual LINCS (Linking Individuals to Community Services) Health & Resource Day! Bring your whole family and learn how to stay safe during hot summer days. Enjoy health education and screenings, information on Montgomery County community resources, exhibits, fun activities, and more! Light refreshments will be provided.

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Disclaimer: Please note the information provided above may be subject to change. Contact the respective organizations to ensure the most current information. Updated on 6/18/15.

Thursday, June 11, 2015

12th Annual Men's Health Symposium


Date: Thursday, June 11, 2015
Time: 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Suburban Hospital, 8600 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD 20814
Cost: Free
Registration: Not required

Take action and learn the building blocks to good health! Keynote speakers include Dr. Kevin Billups, Director of the Integrative Men's Health Program at the Johns Hopkins Brady Urological Institute, and Aaron Gamble, holistic life coach and personal trainer. Women are also welcome to attend. Light refreshments will be provided.

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Disclaimer: Please note the information provided above may be subject to change. Contact the respective organizations to ensure the most current information. Updated on 6/11/15.

Wednesday, June 3, 2015

Senior Safety: Combating Financial Exploitation

Date: June 10, 2015
Time: 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Location: Holiday Park Senior Center, 3950 Ferrara Drive, Wheaton, MD 20906
Cost: Free
Registration: Not required

The Montgomery County Elder/Vulnerable Adult Abuse Task Force will hold its 5th Annual Elder Event in conjunction with World Elder Abuse Awareness Week (June 8-15, 2015). When we think of elder abuse, many of us only think about physical and emotional abuse. However, seniors are often targets of financial abuse and scams. Come learn about various kinds of abuse and how to recognize warning signs, who to call for help, and protective measures that can be taken. There will be a variety of speakers, exhibitors, demonstrations, and services available at the event!


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Disclaimer: Please note the information provided above may be subject to change. Contact the respective organizations to ensure the most current information. Updated on 6/3/15.

Monday, June 1, 2015

Recap: This Week's Outreach Events

AAHI attended two hepatitis B events on May 24th. The Viet Nam Medical Assistance Program (VNMAP) hosted their Vaccination #2 Day as part of their Screening, Managements, Awareness, and Solutions for Hepatitis B (SMASH-B) Program. Participants had the chance to stop by AAHI's Resource Information Table as they waited to receive their vaccinations. The Korean Community Service Center (KCSC) also held their Results & Vaccination #1 Day, the second event of their Active Care and Treatment (ACT) of Hepatitis B Project.

Click here for more photos from VNMAP's SMASH-B event.

On May 27th, AAHI joined the Rockville Senior Center for their annual health fair. The health fair offered a variety of free health screenings, resources, and vendors for community members. AAHI Health Promoters and staff provided information on cancer, hepatitis B, osteoporosis, local resources, diabetes, and mental health. 

Click here for more photos from the event.

Thank you to VNMAP, KCSC, and the Rockville Senior Center for having AAHI at your events!