Germantown Seniors                                         240-777-8098

Germantown Community Center, 18905 Kingsview Road, Germantown, MD 20874

About the Program
Germantown Seniors gather on Mondays and Thursdays and enjoy a wide range of activities. Meeting between 10:00am and 2:00pm, this program offers entertainment, health screening and education, exercise and fitness, a variety of classes, group games, informational speakers, counseling on issues of interest to seniors, theme parties and lots of camaraderie. Monthly mini-trips to local points of interest add another dimension to the wide range of possibilities offered. Seniors, ages 55 and better who live in the surrounding community and wish to lead active and interesting lives, will find this to be a stimulating and friendly group of folks. It is a place to make friends, to receive useful information, and to enjoy activities. In other words, it is a "happening place" where seniors have the opportunity to build relationships and keep connected to life.

General Information
Germantown Seniors is located in Germantown Community Center. The program is staffed by a program director who works closely with the participants to provide the kinds of activities appealing to seniors. A newsletter is produced that includes the calendar of events and is available when you visit Germantown Seniors; or you may request a sample copy by clicking here.

Directions
From Rockville: Take #270 north, and exit at route #118. Follow route #118 through the Middlebrook Road intersection to Clopper Road. Turn right on Clopper Road, and then right again on Kingsview Road. The community center is on the right.

Weekly Schedule
Mondays
10:00am-2:00pm Mah Jongg: Join other dedicated players for a day of skill and fun.

10:00am-2:00pm Open Bridge: All levels of play are welcome!

10:30am-11:30am Bridge Instruction: Volunteer instructor, Bob Fredericks, welcomes any level players for this fun, instructive group.

11am-11:45am Chair Exercise:  Video work out to keep those muscles flexible and your strength up!

10:30am-11:30pm Blood Pressure Screening: Second Monday of every month

12:00pm-1:00pm Lunch: bring your own.

1:00pm-2:00pm Program: Varied and enjoyable (check the calendar)

Thursdays
10:30am-11:00am Chair Exercise: (See Monday's schedule.)

Crochet Club:  ** Will offered Jan. 2010 **

12:00pm-1:00pm Lunch: Sign up for a Nutrition Lunch, or bring your own.

1:00pm-2:00pm Program: Varied and enjoyable (check the calendar)

Note: Additional art and dance classes are also available for a small fee. Click here to request a newsletter that gives a complete listing of available opportunities.

Senior Access to Weight and Exercise Room
Silver Sneaker membership (free to residents of Montgomery County): County residents 55 years or older, may make use of any of our local MCRD Recreation Centers from 9:00am-2:00pm, Monday-Friday. Our weight and exercise rooms have some of the latest & best equipment for strengthening your muscles and your heart; Making your everyday activities, sports and recreational pursuits much easier

Available at any of our 16 recreation centers, senior centers and our main office (MCRD swimming facilities are not included in this offer). Facilities differ as to quantity and style of exercise machines available.
This free activity is a public service of Montgomery County Recreation Department and is available at the following locations:
Bauer Drive Community Center                             Long Branch Community Center
Clara Barton Communtiy Center                           Marilyn J.Praisner Community Center
Coffield Community Center                                   Plum Gar Community Center
Damascus Community Center                              Potomac Community Center
East County Communty Center                            Ross Boddy Community Center
Germantown Community Center                           Upper County Community Center
Lawton Community Center                                   Wheaton Community Center
Longwood Community Center                               Wisconsin Place Community Center

***** Bauer Dr, Longwood and Ross Boddy Community Centers are closed Fridays ******

Available Transportation
Limited door-to-door transportation is available on Mondays and Thursdays through Para-transit. Call to determine if you live within the travel district. Reservations are made on the Monday or Thursday preceding the day you are requesting, by calling 240-777-8098 before 2:00pm. If last minute changes are necessary, leave a message on the recorder at 240-777-8098.

Customer Satisfaction
The Montgomery County Department of Recreation strives to provide high quality programs and opportunities for seniors, and we value your input. Please take a moment to share your ideas, comments and suggestions to help us continue to improve recreation services to seniors. Click here to give us your valuable feedback by completing a Customer Satisfaction Survey.

You may also contact us by email: seniors@montgomerycountymd.gov

Inclement Weather Policy
When Montgomery County Public Schools are closed due to snow, ice or severe weather, all classes, activities and mini-trips will be cancelled. There will be no transportation. If Montgomery County Public Schools have delayed openings, all activities scheduled to begin at 10am or later may be held. When County schools close early, all activities will be cancelled. If in doubt, call the center before you attempt to go, or call the Senior Programs Office at 240-777-4925.

ADA Information
Montgomery County Government is committed to complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and seniors with disabilities are encouraged to participate in senior programs. If you need auxiliary aids or services in order to participate, call 240-777-4925 two weeks prior to the start of the program.

Financial Assistance
Financial Assistance is available for low-income residents. Call the Finance Office for information at 240-777-6840.