Voice: 240-777-8400
	FAX: 240-777-8410
	TTY (for the hearing impaired): 240-777-8418
	E-mail: eastco.citizen@montgomerycountymd.gov

The Center has a Citizens Advisory Board which works with the Center Director to provide the County Executive and the County Council with a balanced assessment of area problems and their potential solutions.

On-Going Programs and Services

	SARAH (Senior Assistance Resources And Help) --
	Programs and activities to support and complement the older population in East County.
	JOAN (Job Opportunities Assistance Network) --
	A job information system which uses as one of its' tools, "ALEX" the state's on-line job services. This service helps to make all citizens of East County aware of available jobs.
	FOCUS--
	The Center's educational initiatives and partnerships program with local colleges and universities, County Government and Montgomery County Public Schools to provide on-site educational and enrichment opportunities for local residents.
	ECANN (East County Area Neighborhood Network) --
	An expanded effort representing schools, government, businesses and civic groups working toward common goals and resolving issues on behalf of the eastern area.
	EMEAN (East Montgomery Emergency Assistance Network) --
	The Center coordinates with the Eastern Montgomery Emergency Assistance Network to provide emergency food, shelter and clothing to area (zip codes 20903, 20904, 20905, 20866, and 20868) residents in need. Call 301/879-2688 to leave a message.
	MCPS -- Department of Alternative Programs --
	ABE/GED and ESOL classes are held at the Center Monday through Thursday. Please phone 301/929-2025 for information regarding class placement and registration.
	Montgomery College -- Office of Continuing Education --
	Provides four classes at the site during the fall and spring semesters. Please call the Office of Continuing Education at 301/353-7871 for course offerings, class schedules and user fees.
	AARP 55 Alive -- Driving Course
	Auto Theft Seminar
	Capital Improvements Forums
	Composting Workshops
	EMRSC Budget and Credit Workshop
	Financial Counseling
	Financial Management Program
	GED and ESOL Classes
	Genialogical Seminars
	Job Hunting Strategies Workshop
	Notary Public
	Resume Writing Workshop
	RITA Reading Group
	Sale of composting materials (bins, tools, etc.)
	Sale of Ride-On passes, tokens and metrorail senior discount farecards
	Site for Community Service Day
	Transportation Forum
	Tutoring for middle and high school students
	VITA -- Tax Assistance Workshop

Information Available at the Center

	The Quick Guide to Community Resources
	The Quick Guide is a listing of phone numbers for public and private/nonprofit agencies available to assist with personal or family needs and concerns. The Guide is available only on the internet. Services are listed alphabetically by topic. For information not listed in the Guide, please call the Montgomery County Information and Referral Office at (240) 777-1000.
	AARP information
	Bus schedules and route information
	County Government employment information and applications plus many other job opportunity bulletins
	Master plans for Cloverly, Fairland and White Oak
	Public Hearing schedules and agendas for Planning Board, County Council and School Board
	Metro handicap identification applications
	New resident packets
	Voter registration forms

Other Important Area Services

FIRE STATIONS
	Burtonsville Old Columbia Pike Burtonsville, MD 20860 301/384-4320
	Hillandale New Hampshire Avenue Silver Spring, MD 20904 301/384-6060

HEALTH SERVICES
	Montgomery County Volunteer Dental Clinic 14015 New Hampshire Avenue, Room 116 Colesville, MD 20904 301/384-9795 Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday (closed on federal holidays)
	Must be a Montgomery County resident, between the age of 19-59. Patients are accepted by referral from County and private health and human services organizations and churches that verify individuals meet the following criteria: must be a Montgomery County resident between the ages of 19 and 59 family income is less than 185% of the federal poverty level

LIBRARIES
	Fairland Community Library 15713 Columbia Pike Burtonsville, MD 20866 301/421-5400
	White Oak Community Library
	11701 New Hampshire Avenue Silver Spring, MD 20904 301/622-2492

PARKS
	Columbia Park 14900 Old Columbia Pike Silver Spring, MD 20904 Office: 301-774-6855 Scheduling information, call:301/495-2525
	Martin Luther King, Jr. Recreational Park 1100 Jackson Road White Oak, MD 20904 301/622-1193 Indoor pool, athletic fields and multi-use courts: 301/622-4190
	Valley Mill Park 1620 East Randolph Road Outdoor pool is for camps only and not open to public 301/495-2525
	White Oak Public Golf Course Loacate at the Federal Research Center 10901 New Hampshire Avenue Silver Spring, MD 20903 301/622-1193

POLICE STATIONS
	Eastern Silver Spring Satellite Facility 3300 Briggs Chaney Road Silver Spring, MD 20904 240/775-5200
	Wheaton-Glenmont 2300 Randolph Road Wheaton, MD 20906 301/217-4400
	3rd District Silver Spring
	801 Sligo Avenue Silver Spring, MD 301-565-7740

RECREATIONAL FACILITIES
	East County Community Center Briggs Chaney Road
	Good Hope Community Center 14715 Good Hope Road Silver Spring, MD 20904