Community Resources
Sleep In Heavenly Peace: All children deserve a safe, comfortable place to lay their heads. This organization builds and delivers beds free of charge to children ages 4-17 in need. Beds include new frames, mattresses, blankets, sheets, and pillows. Click here to visit their website and learn more.
SPARK Documentary: January 25, 11:30 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. There will be two virtual showings of the documentary SPARK: Robin Williams and His Battle with Lewy Body Dementia. Check out this flier for more information.
SHARE Food Network: The SHARE Food Network is a non-profit, community-based organization that offers nutritious
groceries at huge discounts. Click here to learn more about this program and learn how you can join.
The Freedom Center: The Freedom Center provides support and services to people with disabilities in Frederick and Carroll Counties. Click here to visit their website and learn more.
Covid-19: Click here to read what you need to know about Covid-19 (Coronavirus).
Coping with COVID: Click here to see tips for dealing with the pandemic.
Veteran Care Resources: There are many resources available for veterans and their families regarding their health care and benefits and information about COVID-19. Click here for information.
Avoid Scams! Often seniors are the primary target for scammers. Check out our scam articles to learn more about these scams and how to avoid them.
FMH Patient Billing & Financial Assistance: Need more information about patient billing at FMH? In need of financial assistance? Click here.
Prevent Type 2 Diabetes: Click here to learn more about preventing type 2 diabetes.
Avoid Deny Defend: Being in a violent situation is scary. What should you do? Read this flyer for tips on how to handle the situation.
Updated Medicare List: Click here to view a list of doctors that are accepting new Medicare patients. (This list is current as of January 30, 2019).
Help Is a Call Away: From everyday needs to a time of crisis, someone is waiting 24/7 to listen. Click here to learn more.
12 Steps for Self Care: Click here to see 12 steps to caring for yourself.
Caregiving: It can be stressful and exhausting being a caregiver. Click here to learn how you can get support.
What is Real ID?: Real ID is federal legislation designed to establish security standards for all state driver's licenses and identification cards nationwide. After October 1, 2020, you will be required to have a Real ID compliant driver's license or ID card. Click here to learn more.
Mission of Mercy: Mission of Mercy is a charity that seeks to assist those uninsured and underinsured in our communities. Click here to read more about this organization.
Colorectal Cancer Screening: Colorectal cancer is the 2nd leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States. People of all ages may qualify for a free screening from the Frederick County Health Department. Click here to learn about how to get a free screening. You can also view this flyer to see statistics related to colon cancer.
Legal Program: Civil Justice, Inc is starting a state-wide program providing low-cost wills and other legal documents to seniors of low to moderate income. Read this flyer to learn more.
Treating Heartburn and GERD: Read this flyer to learn more about how to treat heartburn and GERD.
Hungry Harvest: Every Wednesday at the teaching kitchen of the Frederick YMCA. Come pick up a $7 bag of fresh fruit and veggies ($15 value compared to grocery stores). Click here to view the flyer.
Eldercare Locator: The Eldercare Locator is a nationwide service that connects older Americans and their caregivers with trustworthy local support resources. Click here to visit the website.
Frederick Support Group for Chronic Diseases: This is a free support group open to anyone with a chronic disease diagnosis and their supportive person. The group is led by community members with support from Frederick Memorial Hospital and the Frederick County Health Department. Click here to view the flyer.