Montgomery Community Media

Julia McGlamary, a supervisor with Adult Protective Services provides information about when and who to contact if you suspect Elder Abuse. World Elder Abuse Awareness Day is June 15th. If there is a risk of immediate harm, call 911. For Adult Protective Services, (APS) call 240-777-3000  

Adult Protective Services Supervisor (APS), Julia McGlamary, LCSW-C provides tips to avoid financial scams and where to find help if you are a victim.

On this Senior Moment Update, Ruth Kershner, LCSW-C and Long Term Care Ombudsman discusses the changes that can happen as you age. For a variety of reasons, these changes can cause long time behaviors and habits to easily turn into a problem. You need to pay attention to what you or a loved one is […]

This month’s Senior Moment Update is all about getting  you ready if there is an emergency. Take a moment to watch what Patrick Campbell, Senior Planning Manager for Mass Care Emergency Operations has to say.

In the July Senior Moment Update, Officer Laurie Reyes provides important tips for those dealing with loved ones that are at risk for wandering or eloping from the home. For more information email Laurie.Reyes@MontgomeryCountyMD.Gov or call 240.773.6525.

Elder Abuse Awareness Day is observed on June 15 worldwide. Montgomery County’s Senior Safety Forum takes place June 13 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Holiday Park Senior Center.

May is Older Americans Month! This year’s theme is Connect, Create and Contribute. For more information about Older Americans Month, visit the Administration for Community Living online at ACL.Gov/oam. For information about resources for older adults in Montgomery County , visit MontgomeryCountyMD.Gov/Senior online, OR Call Aging and Disability Services at 240-777-3000.