Move Your Body as You Age
May is both Older Americans Month and National Physical Fitness and Sports Month. Let’s show some love to the Black seniors in Montgomery County who are walking, dancing, gardening, stretching, […]
African American Health Program
Categoriesfor seniors UncategorizedMay is both Older Americans Month and National Physical Fitness and Sports Month. Let’s show some love to the Black seniors in Montgomery County who are walking, dancing, gardening, stretching, […]
Categoriesfeatured for seniorsNovember is Family Caregivers Month, a time to honor those who provide day-to-day care to their loved ones affected by aging, chronic illness, disability, or serious injury. To care for […]
Categoriesfeatured for seniors UncategorizedMontgomery County celebrates Active Aging Week from October 6–12, joining communities around the world to promote active, healthy, and socially connected lifestyles for older adults. Throughout the week, residents age […]
Categoriesfeatured for seniorsSeptember is recognized as Healthy Aging Month, a time to celebrate the wisdom and strength of older adults while encouraging positive approaches to aging. For many Black seniors, independence is […]
Categoriesfor seniors UncategorizedJoin the AAHP Aging Subcommittee on Monday, June 9, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Silver Spring Civic Building for “Navigating the Journey,” an Alzheimer’s Awareness Summit […]
Categoriesfor seniorsThe B.O.N.E.S. Series: Movement, Connection, and Wellness for Bone Health is a free, five-week program offered every Saturday in May from 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM at the Silver Spring […]
Categoriesfor seniorsPeople concerned about memory function can now utilize an updated, easy-to-use screening tool known as AD8 (Ascertain Dementia 8). The evidence-based screening tool asks users eight brief questions related to memory, […]
Categoriesfeatured for seniorsThe Montgomery County Commission on Aging’s Ambassador Program is currently hosting several presentations in April and May to inform seniors about available services. These events will serve as information hubs […]
Categoriesfeatured for seniorsAAHP proudly announces the launch of its comprehensive Alzheimer’s Awareness Toolkit, designed to enlighten, educate, and empower our senior community, as well as their caregivers, on the nuances of Alzheimer’s […]
Categoriesfeatured for seniorsAAHP Aging subcommittee post will begin hosting monthly events to discuss memory health issues in collaboration with local Black Churches. These activities will culminate in an Alzheimer’s event, “Memory Sunday,” […]