- Monitors health status to identify community health problems; develops strategies to improve health.
- Informs, educates, and empowers people about health issues to promote healthy lifestyles and address community health concerns
- Mobilizes community partnerships to identify and solve health problems
- Develops policies and plans that support individual and community health efforts
- Enforces State and county health laws that protect health and ensure safety
- Links people to needed personal health services by determining eligibility for federal, state, county and some private health programs; assures the provision of health care when otherwise unavailable
- Assesses and may investigate health hazards, such as communicable diseases, foodborne illnesses or exposure to toxic substances (with the Department of Environmental Protection)
- Evaluates effectiveness, accessibility, and quality of personal and population-based health services
- Plans, prepares and responds to public health emergencies, whether manmade or natural
PHS Information
PHS Programs
Adult Health Care Services - top
Cancer Prevention and Screening
Provides cancer screening and case management services to eligible low - income and uninsured county residents. Also provides care coordination and patient navigation for clients to access cancer screenings. Targeted cancers are: colorectal, oral and prostate.
- Delivery Sites: Piccard Drive Health Center, 1335 Piccard Drive, Rockville, MD, 20850 and
- Silver Spring Health Center, 8630 Fenton Street, Silver Spring, MD, 20910
- Information Number: 240-777-1222.
- For more information check infomontgomery.org
Influenza (Flu) Prevention Program
Annual influenza vaccination campaign offered to County residents.
- Information Number: Flu Info Line 240-777-1050
- For more information check;
- For information on Pandemic Flu
Injury Prevention Program
This program works in collaboration with community partners to reduce death and disabilities from preventable injuries, especially among young children. The program provides public awareness about various injury risks for children, professional consultation and training for human service providers. Safety products such as child safety seats, bike helmets and reflective devices are distributed to individuals in need.
- Delivery Sites:
- Mid-County Health Center, 2424 Reedie Drive, Wheaton, MD, 20902
- Colesville Center, 14105 New Hampshire Avenue, Silver Spring, MD, 20904
- Information Number: Health Promotion 240-777-1710
- For more information check;
Montgomery Cares is a program that provides primary health care to medically uninsured, low-income adult residents of Montgomery County. This program is funded in part by Montgomery County to help support a network of independent, nonprofit clinics. The government does not operate these clinics. Each clinic has its own history, culture, traditions and additional funding sources. Medical professionals staff all clinics.
Montgomery Rx, a joint effort of Montgomery County and the National Association of Counties (NACo), which can save you money on prescription medications. The card is FREE and available to all Montgomery County residents, regardless of age, income or existing health insurance.
Women’s Cancer Control Program
Provides yearly breast and cervical cancer screening and follow-up for low income, uninsured/underinsured female residents of Montgomery County. Limited nursing case management services, as well as assistance linking to other community and state resources as appropriate, are available. Screening services are provided at various contracted physician and radiology facility sites throughout the County.
- Program Office: Mid-County Health Center, 2424 Reedie Drive, Wheaton, MD, 20902
- Contact and Scheduling Information: 240-777-1750
- For more information
Children’s Health Care Services - top
Administrative Care Coordination Unit (ACCU)/Ombudsman Program
The goal of the unit is to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of the Medicaid Managed Care Program, HealthChoice. The ACCU serves as the single point of entry for outreach, education and care coordination of HealthChoice enrollees.
The Ombudsman investigates disputes between the Healthchoice enrollees and the Managed Care Organizations (MCOs). These cases are referred by the State Complaint Resolution Unit to the local ombudsman. The following actions may be taken to resolve the dispute: Educating the MCO or the enrollee, mediating disputes, assisting the enrollee in negotiating the MCO's internal grievance process and advocating on behalf of the enrollee.
Care for Kids
Care for Kids, is a Montgomery County funded program administered by the Primary Care Coalition. The Program offers a solution for needy families by providing a “medical home” for uninsured children where they can receive well and sick care, prescription and limited specialty care. Through partnerships and subcontracts with Kaiser Permanente, Community Clinic Inc., private doctors, hospitals, and other health care providers and organizations, Care for Kids promotes a continuity of care that encourages low-income families to maintain and improve their health status.
- Partners with Montgomery County:
- Primary Care Coalition
- Kaiser Permanente
- Community Clinic, Inc.
- School-Based Health Centers
- Spanish Catholic Center
- Private Practice Physicians
- Eligibility Requirements: Montgomery County residents. Family income under 250% of federal poverty level and not eligible for MCHIP or any other public or private health insurance.
- Enrollment sites:
- Piccard Drive Health Center, 1335 Piccard Drive, Rockville, MD, 20850;
- Germantown Health Center, 12900 Middlebrook Road, Gaithersburg, MD, 20874;
- Silver Spring Health Center, 8630 Fenton Street, Silver Spring, MD, 20910
- Information Number: Primary Care Coalition, 301-628-3438
- Enrollment Numbers:
- Germantown SEU, 240-777-3591
- Piccard Drive SEU, 240-777-3120
- Silver Spring SEU, 240-777-3066
- For more information:
Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention
The program provides case management for children who have blood lead levels of at least 10 micrograms per deciliter; Education and outreach to schools, child care facilities, landlords, residents, and the medical community about lead poisoning; Monitoring incidences of childhood lead poisoning and environmental lead hazards in our community; Blood lead screening; Promotion of lead-safe environments for children in Montgomery County.
- Eligibility Requirements: Children under the age of 6 who have blood lead levels of at least 10 micrograms per deciliter
- Delivery Site: Silver Spring Health Center
- For more information
Children with Special Needs Case Management
The Children's Medical Services provides care coordination for uninsured, low income children with severe, chronic or handicapping health conditions by linking them with specialists and coordinating their care. The State provides a grant to the County, which funds the Care Coordinator through the Care for Kids Program. The Care Coordinator, located at the Primary Care Coalition, works closely with Care for Kids families and primary care providers to assist them in completing the application and referrals.
- Eligibility Requirements: Uninsured; Low income; Resident of Maryland
- Information Number: 301-628-3487
- For more information:
Head Start Health Services
The Head Start program serves eligible 3 and 4 year-old children of low-income families, providing comprehensive educational, social, medical, dental, mental health, and nutrition services. Educational, speech/language, and health screenings are provided for each child.
- Eligibility Requirements: Family income under Federal poverty level; 10% may be over poverty level income or children with a disability. To enroll, children must be age 3 or 4 by 9/1 of the calendar year.
- Program Coordination Site: MCPS Prekindergarten and Head Start Programs, Rockinghorse Road Center, 4910 Macon Road, Room 141 Rockville, MD, 20852
- Information Number: 301-230-0676
- For more information
Immunization Outreach and Education Program
Provides immunization outreach and educations services to County residents, private medical providers, WIC providers and clients, schools, child care providers, and other community groups. Provides case management services to children who are not up-to-date with immunizations.
- Eligibility Requirements: For outreach and education services and case management services, clients must be County residents. Requirements vary for immunizations.
- Delivery Site:
- Dennis Avenue Health Center, 2000 Dennis Ave., Silver Spring, MD, 20902
- Information Number: Main Immunization Info Line, 240-777-1050
- For more information
Immunization Vaccination Administration
The program integrates services with staff at area health centers and school health clinics to deliver walk-in immunizations to children, from birth to age eighteen, and eligible adults, according to federal and state regulations and the "Vaccine for Children" criteria.
- Eligibility Requirements: Requirements vary for immunizations.
- Delivery Sites:
- Dennis Avenue Health Center, 2000 Dennis Ave., Silver Spring, MD, 20902
- Germantown Health Center, 12900 Middlebrook Road, Gaithersburg, MD, 20874
- Silver Spring Health Center, 8630 Fenton Street, Silver Spring, MD, 20910
- Eastern Regional Services Center, 3300 Briggs Chaney Road, Silver Spring, MD, 20904
- School Health Services Center, 4910 Macon Road, Rockville, MD, 20853
- Information Number: Main Immunization Info Line, 240-777-1050
- For more information
Infant at Risk Case Management Program
A free service for at risk mothers and infants from birth to one year residing in Montgomery County. This early intervention program ensures that identified infants and their families receive appropriate support to address their medical and psychosocial difficulties.
- Eligibility Requirements: Montgomery County residency
- Delivery Site: Administrative Care Coordination Unit, 1335 Piccard Drive, Rockville, MD, 20850
- Information Number: Client Services Center Info Line, 240-777-1635
- For more information
Influenza Prevention Campaign Program
Annual influenza vaccination campaign offered to County residents.
- Information Number: Flu Info Line, 240-777-1050
- For more information:
Injury Prevention Program
This program works in collaboration with community partners to reduce death and disabilities from preventable injuries, especially among young children. The program provides public awareness about various injury risks for children, professional consultation and training for human service providers. Safety products such as child safety seats, bike helmets and reflective devices are distributed to individuals in need.
- Delivery Sites:
- Mid-County Health Center,
2424 Reedie Drive, Wheaton, MD, 20902
- Colesville Center,
14105 New Hampshire Avenue, Silver Spring, MD, 20904
- Information Number: Health Promotion 240-777-1710
- For more information check;
Free or low-cost insurance coverage for children from birth to age 19 and for pregnant women offered by the State of Maryland. Comprehensive medical, dental, pharmacy, specialist and hospital care covered. Applicant must be a citizen or a legal U.S. resident. Proof of citizenship or residency and identity are required.
- Eligibility Requirements: Applicant must be a citizen or a legal U.S. resident. Proof of citizenship or residency and identity are required. Insurance for children from birth to age 19. Pregnant care coverage without age limits.
- Delivery Sites: Germantown Health Center, 12900 Middlebrook Road, Gaithersburg, MD, 20874; Piccard Drive Health Center, 1335 Piccard Drive, Rockville, MD, 20850; Silver Spring Health Center, 8630 Fenton Street, Silver Spring, MD, 20910
- Information Numbers:
- Germantown Service Eligibility Unit (SEU), 240-777-3591;
- Piccard Drive SEU, 240-777-3120;
- Silver Spring SEU, 240-777-3066
School Based Health and Wellness Centers
School Based Health/Wellness Centers operate in 4 elementary schools and 1 high school. The centers provide comprehensive health, mental health and social services, case management and health promotion in familiar and student and family-friendly environments.
- Eligibility Requirements: Enrolled in Care for Kids, school or their siblings, aged 2 yrs. - 19 yrs. Must live in a zip code served by the school.
- Delivery Sites:
- Broad Acres ES, 710 Beacon Rd., Silver Spring, MD, 20903;
- Gaithersburg ES, 35 N Summit Ave.,Gaithersburg, MD, 20877;
- Harmony Hills ES, 13407 Lydia St., Silver Spring, MD, 20906;
- Summit Hall ES, 101 West Deer Park Rd., Gaithersburg, MD 20877;
- Northwood HS, 919 University Blvd. W., Silver Spring, MD, 20901
- Information Numbers:
- Broad Acres ES, 301 431-6010;
- Gaithersburg ES, 301 926-1628;
- Harmony Hill ES, 301 929-5575;
- Summit Hall ES, 301-926-8879
- Northwood High School Wellness Center, 301-649-8263
- For more information
School Health Services
School Health Services assures and promotes the health, safety and well-being of students enrolled in public elementary, secondary and special education schools in Montgomery County Public Schools. Basic services include: first aid/emergency care, medication and treatment administration, hearing and vision screenings, case management of students with chronic health conditions, health promotion/education, and linking students to health care providers and other resources. School Community Health Nurses (RNs) and School Health Room Aides (Certified Nursing Assistants) provide a public health presence in schools to prevent and contain communicable diseases, assure that students are appropriately immunized, and respond to school and community wide emergencies. SHS also provides specialized programs including Head Start Health Services, School Based Health/Wellness Centers, Teen Pregnancy Prevention and the School Health Services Center at the MCPS International Student Office.
- Eligibility Requirements: Students enrolled in Montgomery County Public Schools and their families.
- Delivery Sites: All Montgomery County Public Schools; School Health Services Center, 4910 Macon Road, Rockville, MD, 20852
- Information Number: 240-777-1550
- MRSA information
- For more information
Service Eligibility Units (SEU)
Service Eligibility Units (SEU) serve as the point of entry/application for federal, state and county health programs.
- Eligibility Requirements: Income, age and residency limits depending on specific program.
- Delivery Sites:
- Piccard Drive Health Center, 1335 Piccard Drive, Rockville, MD, 20850;
- Germantown Health Center, 12900 Middlebrook Road,Gaithersburg, MD, 20874;
- Silver Silver Spring Health Center, 8630 Fenton Street, Silver Spring, MD, 20910
- Primary Care Coalition, 8757 Georgia Avenue, 10th Floor Silver Spring, MD, 20910
- Information Numbers: Germantown SEU, 240-777-3591; Piccard Drive SEU, 240-777-3120; Silver Spring SEU, 240-777-3066
- For more information
Dental Services - top
Adult Dental Services
General dental care, including emergency dental services, are provided to adults ages 19 - 60 years. Patients in need of specialty dental care are given information for appropriate resources for follow up care.
- Eligibility Requirements: Montgomery County resident; income eligibility is required.
- Delivery Site:
- Montgomery County Colesville Adult Dental Clinic,
14015 New Hampshire Avenue, Silver Spring, MD, 20904
- Information Number: Colesville Dental Clinic, 301-384-9795
- For more information
Children’s Dental Services
General dental care services are provided to children age 0-18 years. Patients in need of specialty dental care are given information for appropriate resources for follow up care. Annual oral health prevention education is provided to 2nd grade students enrolled in MCPS.
- Partners with Montgomery County:
- Primary Care Coalition,
- School Health Services
- MCPS
- Eligibility Requirements: Determined by the Montgomery County Service Eligibility Unit; Care site is determined by Zip Code
- Delivery Sites:
- Germantown Health Center, 12900 Middlebrook Road, Gaithersburg, MD, 20874;
- Silver Spring Health Center, 8630 Fenton Street, Silver Spring, MD, 20910;
- Piccard Drive Health Center, 1335 Piccard Drive, Rockville, MD, 20850
- Information Numbers:
- Germantown Dental Clinic, 240-777-3290;
- Silver Spring Dental Clinic, 240-777-3135;
- Piccard Drive Dental Clinic, 240-777-1875
- For more information
HIV Dental Services
The HIV Dental Program is a federal regional program providing general dental care to HIV-infected clients from 5 Maryland counties who meet income guidelines.
- Eligibility Requirements: Ryan White Title I
- Delivery Sites:
- Dennis Avenue Health Center,
2000 Dennis Ave., Silver Spring, MD, 20902;
- Cheverly Dental Clinic, Prince Georges County Health Department,
3003 Hospital Drive Cheverly, MD, 20785
- Information Number: HIV Dental Information Line, 240-777-1737
- For more information
Maternity Dental Services
General dental care services are provided to pregnant women who are enrolled in the DHHS Maternity Partnership Program ages 12-50 years. Patients in need of specialty dental care are given information for appropriate resources for follow up care.
- Eligibility Requirements: Enrolled in the DHHS Maternity Partnership Program; Care site determined by Zip Code
- Delivery Sites:
- Germantown Health Center, 12900 Middlebrook Road, Gaithersburg, MD, 20874;
- Silver Spring Health Center, 8630 Fenton Street, Silver Spring, MD, 20910;
- Piccard Drive Health Center, 1335 Piccard Drive, Rockville, MD, 20850
- Information Numbers:
- Germantown Dental Clinic, 240-777-3290;
- Silver Spring Dental Clinic, 240-777-3135;
- Piccard Drive Dental Clinic, 240-777-1875
- For more information
Senior Dental Services
General dental care services are provided to adults aged 60 years and older. Patients in need of specialty dental care are given information for appropriate resources for follow up care.
- Eligibility Requirements: Income eligibility determined by Service Eligibility Unit (SEU) Services
- Delivery Site:
- Piccard Drive Health Center,
1335 Piccard Drive, Rockville, MD, 20850
- Information Number: Piccard Drive Dental Clinic Info Line, 240-777-1875
- For more information
Disease Control - top
Care for Rabies
Provides consultation to clients and private physicians to prevent and control spread of human rabies. Rabies information and vaccine are available.
- Delivery Site: Dennis Avenue Health Center, 2000 Dennis Ave., Silver Spring, MD, 20902
- Information Number: 240-777-1755
- For more information
Disease Control/Outbreak Investigation
Investigates case reports of residents with communicable diseases. Epidemiological investigations link cases of illness to prevent or control outbreak situations. Monitors endemic and other epidemic health situations. Communicable disease consultations provided to physicians, hospitals, nursing homes, the public or any organization or agency with questions. Provides information and consultation about control measures for many communicable diseases.
HIV Case Management
This program provides HIV Seropositive Services, including: case management, a diagnostic evaluation unit, HIV outpatient clinic services, HIV dental care and nutritional and addictions counseling. On-going support groups are available for anyone who is HIV positive or has AIDS. Home health care services are offered as needed. Education and outreach to at risk populations are also provided.
- Eligibility Requirements: Montgomery County resident. HIV Positive.
- Delivery Site: Dennis Avenue Health Center, 2000 Dennis Ave., Silver Spring, MD, 20902
- Information Number: 240-777-1869
- For more information
Refugee & Migrant Workers Health Assessment
Provides Refugees with a comprehensive health assessment/screening including TB, STD/HIV/AIDS, parasites, hepatitis, lead screening and other communicable diseases. Assure that migrant workers have access to county health care services.
- Eligibility Requirements: Clients must meet federal, state and local mandates.
- Delivery Site: Dennis Avenue Health Center, 2000 Dennis Ave., Silver Spring, MD, 20902
- Information Number: 240-777-1800
- For more information
STD/HIV Clinical Services
The Patient Services Diagnostic Unit provides additional lab test and diagnostic evaluations of persons tested positive for HIV. Patients diagnosed with STD are also treated.
- Eligibility Requirements: Montgomery County resident. HIV Positive.
- Delivery Site: Dennis Avenue Health Center, 2000 Dennis Ave., Silver Spring, MD, 20902
- Information Number: 240-777-1869
- For more information
STD/HIV Testing Program
Services include diagnostic testing, exams and treatment of STD's and epidemiological follow up. Free, anonymous and confidential HIV testing is also offered. All persons tested for HIV receive pre- and post-test counseling.
- Eligibility Requirements: STD testing (call for appointment) offered to Montgomery County residents only. HIV testing (call for testing hours) is offered to County residents and non-residents alike.
- Delivery Sites:
- Dennis Avenue Health Center (Monday-Friday), 2000 Dennis Ave., Silver Spring, MD, 20902
- Germantown, MD (TUESDAY ONLY), 12900 Middlebrook Rd, Germantown, MD 20874
- Information Number: 240- 777-1760
- For more information
TB Outreach & Case Management
The program focuses on TB prevention, treatment, case management and education for county residents. Acute but non-emergency conditions are treated, for refugees only, at the discretion of the TB Clinic Physician.
- Eligibility Requirements: Must demonstrate proof of Montgomery County residency.
- Delivery Site: Dennis Avenue Health Center, 2000 Dennis Ave., Silver Spring, MD, 20902
- Information Number: 240-777-1800
- For more information
How to Apply for State and County Health Programs - top
Administrative Care Coordination Unit (ACCU)/Ombudsman Program
The goal of the unit is to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of the Medicaid Managed Care Program, HealthChoice. The ACCU serves as the single point of entry for outreach, education and care coordination of HealthChoice enrollees.
The Ombudsman investigates disputes between the Healthchoice enrollees and the Managed Care Organizations (MCOs). These cases are referred by the State Complaint Resolution Unit to the local ombudsman. The following actions may be taken to resolve the dispute: Educating the MCO or the enrollee, mediating disputes, assisting the enrollee in negotiating the MCO's internal grievance process and advocating on behalf of the enrollee.
Free or low-cost insurance coverage for children from birth to age 19 and for pregnant women offered by the State of Maryland. Comprehensive medical, dental, pharmacy, specialist and hospital care covered. Applicant must be a citizen or a legal U.S. resident. Proof of citizenship or residency and identity are required.
- Eligibility Requirements: Applicant must be a citizen or a legal U.S. resident. Proof of citizenship or residency and identity are required. Insurance for children from birth to age 19. Pregnant care coverage without age limits.
- Delivery Sites:
- Piccard Drive Health Center, 1335 Piccard Drive, Rockville, MD, 20850;
- Germantown Health Center, 12900 Middlebrook Road, Gaithersburg, MD, 20874;
- Silver Spring Health Center, 8630 Fenton Street, Silver Spring, MD, 20910
- Primary Care Coalition, 8757 Georgia Avenue, 10th Floor Silver Spring, MD, 20910
- Information Numbers:
- Germantown SEU, 240-777-3591;
- Piccard Drive SEU, 240-777-3120;
- Silver Spring SEU, 240-777-3066
- For more information:
Service Eligibility Units (SEU)
Service Eligibility Units (SEU) serve as the point of entry/application for federal, state and county health programs.
- Eligibility Requirements: Income, age and residency limits depending on specific program.
- Delivery Sites:
- Piccard Drive Health Center, 1335 Piccard Drive, Rockville, MD, 20850;
- Germantown Health Center, 12900 Middlebrook Road,Gaithersburg, MD, 20874;
- Silver Spring Health Center, 8630 Fenton Street, Silver Spring, MD, 20910
- Primary Care Coalition, 8757 Georgia Avenue, 10th Floor Silver Spring, MD, 20910
- Information Numbers:
- Germantown SEU, 240-777-3591;
- Piccard Drive SEU, 240-777-3120;
- Silver Spring SEU, 240-777-3066
- For more information
Licensure and Regulatory Services consists of three units:
Environmental Health:
This unit enforces the regulatory standards associated with the operation of all licensed facilities. This includes routine and complaint investigations, food-borne disease outbreak investigations (with Disease Control), plan review for public pools and food service facilities, and emergency response at licensed facilities. Members of the group conduct educational seminars for licensees and issue periodic newsletters.
Health Care:
This unit ensures the protection of the public health and quality of care through a program of inspection and investigation of licensed health care facilities, i.e., nursing homes and large and small assisted living facilities.
A team of health nurses is responsible for enforcing local, state, and federal regulations relating to resident(s) rights, quality of care, and quality of life in nursing homes and large and small assisted living facilities. The team is responsible for ensuring that federal and state regulations are met for Medicare/Medicaid.
Licensing Services:
This unit accepts, processes, and issues facility and personal licenses; receives public complaints regarding licensed facilities and rats; and distributes general information to the public.
Delivery Site: Licensing and Regulatory Services office is located at
255 Rockville Pike, 1st Floor
Rockville, MD 20850
Information Number: 240-777-3986; FAX 240-777-3088
For more information
Minority Health Initiatives/Program - top
The program addresses health disparities that are disproportionately affecting African Americans in the areas of diabetes, HIV/AIDS, cardiovascular disorders, infant mortality, oral and dental health, and other chronic diseases. Services provided include nurse case management for pregnant women who are at risk or high risk for an adverse outcome, oral and dental health screenings, nutrition and fitness activities, diabetes education, hypertension screening and education, HIV counseling and testing and educational sessions to African American communities in Montgomery County, MD. The program also offers mini-grants to community based organizations to help outreach to communities.
- Partner with Montgomery County: BETAH Associates, Inc.
- Delivery Site: Colesville Center, 14015 New Hampshire Avenue, Silver Spring, MD, 20904
- Information Numbers: 240-777-1833 and 301-421-5445
- For more information
The Asian American Health Initiative (AAHI) was established to help eliminate health disparities that exist between Asian Americans and their non-Asian counterparts. The mission of the AAHI is to identify the health care needs of the Asian American Community, to develop culturally competent health care services, and to implement health education programs that are accessible and available for all Asian Americans in Montgomery County. AAHI provides education and awareness about hepatitis B, cancer (breast, cervical, colorectal, and prostate), diabetes, osteoporosis, and tobacco control through seminars, health events, and community outreach. In addition, AAHI conducts on-site osteoporosis screenings and offers breast, cervical, colorectal, oral and prostate cancer screenings to eligible Montgomery County residents. To provide culturally and linguistically appropriate services and interventions to Asian Americans, AAHI also developed a Patient Navigators Program. Through this program, trained Asian American medical interpreters may provide translation services at community clinic sites as well as assist with navigation of health care access over the telephone hotline.
- Delivery Site:
- Piccard Drive Health Center, 1335 Piccard Drive, Lower Level, Rockville, MD, 20850
- Information Number: 240-777-4517
- To speak to an information specialist in Chinese, Hindi, Korean and other Asian languages, please call: 301-760-4993 (local) or 1-866-403-1566 (Toll Free)
- For more information
The program aims to improve the quality of life of Latinos living in Montgomery County by contributing to the development and implementation of an integrated, coordinated, culturally and linguistically competent health wellness system that supports, values, and respects Latino families and communities.
La misión de la Iniciativa Latina de Salud (ILS) es mejorar la calidad de vida de los latinos en el Condado de Montgomery mediante el establecimiento de un sistema de salud integrado, coordinado, y cultural y lingüísticamente competente que apoye, valore y respete a las familias y comunidades latinas.
- Delivery site:
- Silver Spring Health Center, 8630 Fenton Street, Silver Spring, MD, 20910
- Information Number: 240-777-3221
- For more information
Health Promoters Program “Vias de la Salud”
The mission of the program is to improve the health and wellbeing of the low income Latino community of Montgomery County, through the training and empowerment of Latino health promoters using strategies of promotion and healthy lifestyle behaviors, increasing access to care and advocacy for policies that impact and benefits the community.
Latino Asthma Management Pilot Program
This pilot program is designed to increase the knowledge of Latino parents of children with asthma regarding the condition and its management, and increase awareness and utilization of pediatric clinical services.
- Eligibility Requirements: Parents or caregivers of Latino children in elementary school who have asthma; Montgomery County resident.
- Information Number: 240-777-3384
- For more information
Program for Licensure of Foreign-Trained Health Professionals
This program provides a comprehensive, integrated and coordinated approach to effectively address the needs and decrease the challenges and barriers foreign-trained nurses encounter in Maryland in obtaining their nursing licenses. The program includes: a support and guidance system, academics, practical exposure to the U.S. healthcare system, and mentoring.
- Partners with Montgomery County:
- A multi-institutional collaboration of the LHI,
- Montgomery College,
- Holy Cross Hospital,
- Washington Adventist Hospital and
- Workforce Investment Board.
- Eligibility Requirements: Foreign-trained nurses without a nursing license in Maryland; Must have had 2 years in a foreign nursing program; Must have a level 2 of English competency; Commitment to work in Montgomery Co. for 2 years.
- Delivery site:
- Silver Spring Health Center, 8630 Fenton Street, Silver Spring, MD, 20910
- Information Number: 240-777-3168
- For more information
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Death Records:
Issues certified death certificates for 30 days from date of death, when filed at County office. Disinterment permits, (no charge), are issued with the assistance of a licensed funeral home.
- Eligibility Requirements: Decedent must have died in the State of Maryland.
- Payment Description: $20 for certified death certificate
- Payment Option for Service Fee: Payable by check, cash or money order payable to Montgomery County Government.
- Unexpired government issued photo ID (Drivers license or passport) required.
- Delivery Site: Dennis Avenue Health Center, 2000 Dennis Ave., Silver Spring, MD, 20902
- Death Certificates filed and issued M-F 8:30am – 11:00 am, (except major holidays)
Information Number: 240 777-1757 and 240-777-1755
For more information
Birth Records:
Registering Home Births
- To begin registration of a home birth in Montgomery County, call 240-777-1757 or 240-777-1755
Certificate of Live Birth (Birth Certificate)
- Montgomery County does not provide birth certificates. Birth certificates for people born in the State of Maryland are provided at the following locations near Montgomery County:
- Maryland State Division of Vital Records, 6550 Reisterstown Road, Baltimore, Maryland 21215-0020. Phone: 410-764-3036 www.vsa.state.md.us
- Frederick County Health Department, 350 Montevue Lane, Entrance B, Frederick, Maryland 21702. Phone: 301-600-1029 www.frederickcountymd.gov
- Howard County Health Department, 7178 Columbia Gateway Drive, Columbia, Maryland 21046. Phone: 410-313-6300 www.howardcountymd.gov
- Prince George's County Health Department, 425 Brightseat Road, Landover, Maryland 20785. Phone: 301-324-2940 www.princegeorgescountymd.gov
- Anne Arundel County Health Department, 3 Harry S. Truman Parkway, Annapolis, Maryland 21401. Phone: 410-222-4462 www.aahealth.org
Public Health Emergency Preparedness and Response Program - top
Montgomery County’s Public Health Emergency Preparedness and Response Program (PHEPRP) plans, prepares, practices and remains alert for events affecting public health. In the event of a public health emergency, PHEPRP and the Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene are prepared to quickly follow protective public health procedures. PHEPRP’s Advanced Practice Center (APC) is one of eight centers across the country that develops emergency preparedness, response tools and resources for other local health departments. The Montgomery County APC’s focus includes providing public health emergency awareness and education, systems to dispense medicines and supplies, and emergency preparedness for vulnerable populations such as young children and seniors.
Information Number: 240-777-3038
For more information:
Tobacco Use Prevention and Cessation - top
Provides community education, outreach, information and technical assistance on alcohol and drug abuse prevention.
- Delivery Site: Piccard Drive Health Center, 1335 Piccard Drive, Rockville, MD, 20850
- Information Number: Health Promotion, 240-777-1710
- For more information
The program seeks to create healthy communities and families by preventing, reducing or limiting the use of alcohol and other drugs. Most programs are implemented by contractors who perform a variety of services focusing on systemic changes in policies, laws and individual awareness as well as direct services. Direct services target at risk families, some with parents enrolled in substance abuse treatment, and at risk children and adolescents. Substance Abuse Prevention programs implemented: Dare to Be You, Strengthening Families Program and Drawing the Line on Under 21 Alcohol Use.
Tobacco Programs
The program provides prevention activities, education and outreach on the effects of tobacco use.
- Delivery Site: Piccard Drive Health Center, 1335 Piccard Drive, Rockville, MD, 20850
- Information Numbers: 240-777-1222 and 240-777-3895
- For more information
Women’s Health Care Services- top
Administrative Care Coordination Unit (ACCU)/Ombudsman Program
The goal of the unit is to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of the Medicaid Managed Care Program, HealthChoice. The ACCU serves as the single point of entry for outreach, education and care coordination of HealthChoice enrollees.
The Ombudsman investigates disputes between the Healthchoice enrollees and the Managed Care Organizations (MCOs). These cases are referred by the State Complaint Resolution Unit to the local ombudsman. The following actions may be taken to resolve the dispute: Educating the MCO or the enrollee, mediating disputes, assisting the enrollee in negotiating the MCO's internal grievance process and advocating on behalf of the enrollee.
Community Health Nursing Case Management Program, Maternal & Child
These programs provide on-site and in home Community Health Nurse Case Management services to pregnant women and children up to age two. The case management services include education, assessment and referral, and assistance to clients in accessing health, economic and self-sufficiency services and programs.
- Delivery Sites:
- Germantown Health Center, 12900 Middlebrook Road Gaithersburg, MD, 20874;
- Silver Spring Health Center, 8630 Fenton Street, Silver Spring, MD, 20910
- Information Numbers: Germantown Health Center Info Line 240-777-3380; Silver Spring Health Center Info Line 240-777-3160
- For more information
Family Planning Program (Reproductive Health)
Reproductive health care/GYN consultation services for low income/uninsured teens and women of childbearing age. Services include: physical examinations; pelvic examinations; breast examinations; pap smears; testing for pregnancy; birth control methods; routine GYN lab work for sexually transmitted diseases as well as HIV counseling and testing; and basic medication for sexually transmitted diseases and other GYN conditions or infections.
- Partners with Montgomery County: Teen and Young Adult Health Connection; Planned Parenthood of Metropolitan Washington, Inc.; and Mary's Center for Maternal and Child Care Inc.
- Eligibility Requirements: Sliding scale based on income. Anyone at or below 250% Federal Poverty Level.
- Delivery Sites and Contact Information:
Teen and Young Adult Health Connection (301) 565-0914
1400 Spring St. Suite 200
Silver Spring, MD, 20910
Teen and Young Adult Health Connection (301) 565-0914 x101
602 E. Diamond Ave.
Gaithersburg, MD, 20877
Silver Spring Center Planned Parenthood of Metro Washington (301) 608-3448
Planned Parenthood of Metropolitan Washington
1400 Spring St
Suite 450 Silver Spring, MD, 20910
Gaithersburg Center Planned Parenthood of Washington (301) 208-1300 Planned Parenthood of Metropolitan Washington
19650 Clubhouse Road
Suite 104 Gaithersburg, MD, 20886
Mary's Center (240) 485-3160 8709 Flower Avenue
Silver Spring, MD 20901
For more information
Improved Pregnancy Outcomes Program (FIMR and/or CAT)
The goal of the Improved Pregnancy Outcomes Program is to improve birth outcomes and enhance the health and well-being of women, infants and families in Montgomery County by strengthening community resources and service delivery systems. The program consists of two components: the Fetal Infant Mortality Review Board (FIMR) and the Community Action Team (CAT). FIMR staff review cases of fetal and infant losses and review in-depth a select number of cases. The FIMR Review Board gathers information related to poor pregnancy outcomes, conducts case reviews to identify preventable systems-level issues and makes recommendations for change. The CAT, an advisory and advocacy group, brings together leaders who take the recommendations and implement strategies that will benefit future mothers and infants.
- Program Coordination Site:
- Piccard Drive Health Center,
1335 Piccard Drive, Rockville, MD, 20850
- Information Number: 240-777-3967
- For more information
- For information on Bereavement Resources
Maternity Partnership Program
Prenatal services through three local hospitals, Holy Cross, Washington Adventist and Shady Grove Adventist. This program provides prenatal care, including routine laboratory tests, prenatal classes and referral to County dental services.
- Partners with Montgomery County: Holy Cross, Washington Adventist and Shady Grove Adventist hospitals
- Eligibility Requirements: Must apply through County Service Eligibility Units. Must be low-income and uninsured. Must have proof of pregnancy and residency in Montgomery County.
- Information Number: 240-777-1245
- For more information
Perinatal Hepatitis B Prevention Program
This program provides prevention of Hepatitis B in newborns through early identification of Hepatitis B virus infection in prenatal women.
- Eligibility Requirements: Prenatal females, ages 12-50, who are County residents with Hepatitis B infection confirmed by lab report. Children of Hepatitis B infected mothers are also eligible for the program. Walk-in and referrals accepted. Lab report required.
- Delivery Site: Dennis Avenue Health Center, 2000 Dennis Ave., Silver Spring, MD, 20902
- Information Number: Disease Control Main Line, 240-777-1755
- For more information
Pregnancy Testing
Pregnancy testing and counseling is offered at Germantown and Silver Spring Health Centers.
- Delivery Sites: Silver Spring Health Center, 8630 Fenton Street, Silver Spring, MD, 20910 and Germantown Health Center, 12900 Middlebrook Road, Gaithersburg, MD, 20874
- Information Numbers: Germantown Health Center, 240-777-3380; Silver Spring Health Center, 240-777-3160
- For more information
Teen Parent Support Team
The program provides peer group education about rearing children, healthy relationships, and prevention of repeat teenage pregnancy. The support groups, led by school nurses and assisted by MCPS staff or Community Partners, are available in 12 - 15 high schools depending upon the annual need.
- Eligibility Requirements: pregnant/parenting teens enrolled at participating high schools
- Information Number: 240-777-1570
- For more information
Teen Pregnancy Prevention
School nurses work with individual students and groups to promote healthy life styles and prevent risk behaviors, which can result in teen pregnancy. Coordination among County, community partners and private partners is supported through the Interagency Coalition on Adolescent Pregancy, a consortium of community providers who work together to prevent teen pregnancy and support teen parents. School Health nurses work with community health nurses and health care providers to access and provide case management, prenatal education and referral assistance to optimize positive birth outcomes for teen mothers and their babies.
Women’s Cancer Control Program
Provides yearly breast and cervical cancer screening and follow-up for low income, uninsured/underinsured female residents of Montgomery County. Limited nursing case management services, as well as assistance linking to other community and state resources as appropriate, are available. Screening services are provided at various contracted physician and radiology facility sites throughout the County.
- Program Office: Mid-County Health Center, 2424 Reedie Drive, Wheaton, MD, 20902
- Contact and Scheduling Information: 240-777-1750
- For more information
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