Howard County Resource Guide 2018

22 H OWA R D C O U N T Y R E S O U R C E G U I D E 2 0 1 8 Health & Wellness North Laurel Community Center 9411 Whiskey Bottom Road Laurel, MD 20723 Ph: 410-313-0390 Fax: 240-568-3030 www.howardcountymd.gov The North Laurel Community Center is one of Howard County’s newest community centers, built to serve the southeastern portion of the county. The facility is shared by the Department of Recreation & Parks, Health, and Police and Office on Aging and Independence. Features include a fitness room, commercial kitchen, double gymnasium, pre-school classrooms, multi- purpose rooms, senior activity room, and so much more. Hours of operation: 8am to 9pm Monday thru Saturday, 9am to 6pm Sundays. The Roger Carter Community Center 3000 Milltowne Drive Ellicott City, MD 21043 Ph: 410-313-2764 Fax: 410-313-2746 The Roger Carter Community Center is a state-of-the-art, 46,000 square foot community center that includes a swimming pool, splash pad, basketball and volleyball courts, classrooms, fitness and exercise rooms with cardio and PRECOR strength training equipment, a climbing wall and much more. Call for more information. Special Olympics Howard County 8970 Route 108, Suite A1 Columbia, MD 21045 Ph: 410-740-0500 Fax: 410-740-2388 Email: info@somdhc.org www.somdhc.org Special Olympics provides year-round sports training and competitive opportunities for Howard County children and adults with intellectual disabilities. Y of Central Maryland Dancel Family Center 4331 Montgomery Road Ellicott City, MD 21043 Ph: 410-465-4334 www.ymaryland.org A human service organization dedicated to developing the full potential of individuals through programs that build a healthy spirit, mind and body. HEALTH EDUCATION Health & Wellness Office on Aging and Independence Program Columbia, MD 21046 Ph: 410-313-1234 Fax: 410-313-5950 Email: map@howardcountymd.gov www.howardcountymd.gov/aging The focus of Health and Wellness programs is to improve the functional health of older adults, adults with disabilities and underserved populations by expanding program opportunities with an emphasis on proven outcomes. Opportunities exist in the following areas: health promotion and disease prevention, evidence based programming, volunteer opportunities, mental health, peer support groups, fitness, outdoor recreation, nutrition and therapeutic pet visits. Living Well with Diabetes Office on Aging and Independence Program Columbia, MD 21046 Ph: 410-313-5940 Fax: 410-313-5950 Email: jlee@howardcountymd.gov www.howardcountymd.gov/aging This six-week workshop was developed by Stanford University, for pre-diabetic or diabetic adults. Participants learn skills needed in the day to day management of diabetes. Modest fee covers all materials; call to register for next session. Living Well… Take Charge of Your Health Office on Aging and Independence Program Columbia, MD 21046 Ph: 410-313-5940 Fax: 410-313-5950 Email: jlee@howardcountymd.gov www.howardcountymd.gov/aging This six-week workshop was developed by Stanford University, for adults or caretakers living with one or more chronic conditions. Participants learn to manage their health, develop a diet and fitness plan, deal with pain and communicate with health professionals. Modest fee covers all materials; call to register for next session. Stepping On Office on Aging and Independence Program Columbia, MD 21046 Ph: 410-313-6535 Fax: 410-313-5950 Email: jdecray@howardcountymd.gov www.howardcountymd.gov/aging This seven-week evidence based program is designed to help reduce falls and increase confidence, strength and balance. Modest fee covers all materials: call to register for next session. NUTRITION/FOOD/HEALTH FOODS Howard County Farmers’ Markets Howard County Economic Development Authority/Agricultural Marketing Program 6751 Columbia Gateway Drive, Suite 500 Columbia, MD 21046 Ph: 410-313-6500 Fax: 410-313-6525 Email: kljohnson@howardcountymd.gov www.howardcountyfarmersmarkets.com Featuring the season’s freshest locally grown produce, baked goods, fruits, flowers, transplants, organically grown produce and specialty items. Locations are : Howard County Library- Miller Branch, 9421 Frederick Road, Ellicott City, Wed May 10 thru Nov 15, 2 to 6pm, Howard County Library- East Columbia Branch, 6600 Creadlerock Way, Columbia, Thur, May 11 thru Oct 26, 2 to 6pm, Clarksville Commons, Route 108, Clarksville, Thur, May 11 thru Sep 28, 3pm to 7pm. Ellicott City Old Town Market, Wine Bin Parking Lot, Historic Ellicott City, Sat, May 13 thru Oct 28, 9am to 1pm, Maple Lawn Farmers Market, 8191 Westside Blvd, Fulton, Sat May 13 thru Nov 5, 9am to 1pm, Oakland Mills Village Center, 5851 Robert Oliver Place, Columbia, Sun, May 14 thru Nov 19, 9am to 1pm. WIC & Senior FMNP checks accepted at all markets. Howard County Food Bank Community Action Council 9385 Gerwig Lane, J Columbia, MD 21046 Ph: 410-313-6185 Fax: 410-313-6171 Email: pdodge@cac-hc.org www.cac-hc.org Nutritional food products, including fresh produce and foods from our community garden. University of Maryland Extension, Howard County 3300 N. Ridge Road, Suite 240 Ellicott City, MD 21043 Ph: 410-313-2707 Fax: 410-313-2712 Email: rwalter3@umd.edu extension.umd.edu/howard-county Information and group education on healthy eating, active lifestyles and food safety. NUTRITION SERVICES Nutrition Consultation & Education Office on Aging and Independence Program Columbia, MD 21046 Ph: 410-313-1234 Fax: 410-313-5950 www.howardcountymd.gov/aging Nutritional consultations and educational presentations are available at 50+ centers. Contact your local center for schedules and appointments. RECREATION & LEISURE Howard County Department of Recreation and Parks Senior Adult Programs 7120 Oakland Mills Road Columbia, MD 21046 Ph: 410-313-7311, 410-313-7279 Fax: 410-313-7465 www.howardcountymd.gov/rap Recreation and leisure opportunities that include trips, fitness, socials, dance, art and educational/instructional classes. Howard County Public School System Senior Citizen Activity Program 10910 Clarksville Pike Ellicott City, MD 21042 Ph: 410-313-6682 Email: publicinfo@hcpss.org www.hcpss.org/parents/senior-pass-program The Howard County Public School System Senior Pass program is free and available for residents 65 years or older. Senior Pass holders enjoy free admission to high school home athletic contests and music and dance performances, and half-price tickets to theater productions. Please visit our website to view upcoming school performances.

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