Villages of Kensington
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Villages of Kensington
Meetings and Events
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You May Be Ready to Retire in Kensington ....But Is Your House Ready For You to Retire?
Join us on Friday, April 16 @ Noon Our panel of universal design experts will share their insights, thoughts and solutions as we apply the AARP HomeFit Checklist to an actual home in Kensington, MD!
This is event is a partnership with the Villages of Kensington, HomesRenewed Coalition, and Positive Aging Sourcbook using the AARP Homefit Checklist. Featuring:
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Email questions to Members@VillagesofKensingtonMD.org.
The Villages of Kensington recommends the following robust calendars of online and live events, click the buttons for the most up to date details
Save The Date: Spring Mini-Conference
Monday April 19, 2021
1:00 - 4:30 p.m.
The WAVE Spring Mini-Conference is a virtual meeting via Zoom 12:45 - 4:30 p.m. on Monday, April 19, 2021. The actual meeting is 1:00 - 4:30 p.m., but we are planning to open up before 1:00 p.m. so members can network a bit.
We hope you’ll join us at our Spring Mini-Conference, organized in collaboration with the national Village-to-Village Network and Montgomery County’s Village Coordinator. The theme is “Mature Villages: Challenges and Opportunities.” The program will include a plenary on how villages of different models can evolve to their own best next level, and break-out discussions on financial sustainability, Data, and strategic partnerships. Plans for a new WAVE mentoring program will also be announced. Watch for more details and registration information! If you have questions, feel free to contact Mary Jo Deering, mjd@mjdeering.net.
Mary Jo Deering, WAVE Board President
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Dave Prescott, WAVE Webmaster
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CaringMatters' new Bereaved Caregivers Workshop
Registration is now open for CaringMatters' new Bereaved Caregivers Workshop, a special, no cost, virtual weekend workshop for former full-time caregivers whose loved one died within the past 18 months.
Participant requirements/information:
· At least 21 years old
· Resident of Montgomery County, MD
· Able to use Zoom
· No charge to participants
· Workshop schedule:
· Friday, April 30: 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
· Saturday, May 1: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
· Sunday, May 2: 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Participants will:
· Connect with other former caregivers to share experiences and grief
· Practice self-care and relaxation
· Commemorate their loved one with gratitude
· Refocus their life now that the caregiving role has ended
For more information, contact: Jim Rossi, Director of Adult Bereavement Services, jimr@caringmatters.org
Leigh Bluestein
Director of Communications & Education
CaringMatters
301-990-7927 office
301-385-0254 cell
leighb@caringmatters.org
Participant requirements/information:
· At least 21 years old
· Resident of Montgomery County, MD
· Able to use Zoom
· No charge to participants
· Workshop schedule:
· Friday, April 30: 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
· Saturday, May 1: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
· Sunday, May 2: 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Participants will:
· Connect with other former caregivers to share experiences and grief
· Practice self-care and relaxation
· Commemorate their loved one with gratitude
· Refocus their life now that the caregiving role has ended
For more information, contact: Jim Rossi, Director of Adult Bereavement Services, jimr@caringmatters.org
Leigh Bluestein
Director of Communications & Education
CaringMatters
301-990-7927 office
301-385-0254 cell
leighb@caringmatters.org
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Events Current Listings Are Always Available On Our EVENTS PAGE
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What's Your Plan? Friday, April 9, at 9:30 a.m. With Julz Abate of The Arc of Montgomery County. Julz coordinates Respite and other Adult Services.
Please register now!
Please share with friends, family and colleagues.
Death Cafe, Tuesday, April 20, at 7 pm. A national movement providing a place to hold a conversation about death with “a view to helping people make the most of their (finite) lives.” Please view this 2 minute introduction to Death Cafe events.
Please register now!
Please share with friends, family and colleagues
Book Chat: Swimming Up The Sun. Monday, April 26 at 3 pm. Nicole Burton discusses adult adoptees finding their birth families.
Please register now!
Please share with friends, family and colleagues.
Events Current Listings Are Always Available On Our EVENTS PAGE
Please share with friends, family and colleagues.
What's Your Plan? Friday, April 9, at 9:30 a.m. With Julz Abate of The Arc of Montgomery County. Julz coordinates Respite and other Adult Services.
Please register now!
Please share with friends, family and colleagues.
Death Cafe, Tuesday, April 20, at 7 pm. A national movement providing a place to hold a conversation about death with “a view to helping people make the most of their (finite) lives.” Please view this 2 minute introduction to Death Cafe events.
Please register now!
Please share with friends, family and colleagues
Book Chat: Swimming Up The Sun. Monday, April 26 at 3 pm. Nicole Burton discusses adult adoptees finding their birth families.
Please register now!
Please share with friends, family and colleagues.
AHA April Newsletter, Calendar and More
We continue to hold our social, cultural and educational programs online using Zoom until everyone feels more comfortable with in-person gatherings.
Non-members are always welcome to give AHA a try by attending a Zoom program of interest. Contact our office at 703.231.0824 to RSVP.
Click here to view the April Newsletter and, in it, the Calendar of Events
AHA Calendar of Events
AHA members and volunteers are always welcome to our Zoom events. Remember that you can join by telephone if you don't have video capability. You still need to register in advance to get the phone-in number to join. So don't miss out....join us either way. Click on any program title to read more about it. Sign up on AHA Hub or contact our office to RSVP: 703-231-0824.
REMINDER: Please make every effort to sign up for events before the RSVP deadline so we'll have enough time to send you the Zoom link in advance. Keep our office hours of 10am-2pm in mind, as some events begin outside of those hours.
Here is the calendar for the next two weeks:
Thurs., April 1, 2021 – 5-6:30 pm - Ladies' Night 'In'
Mon., April 5, 2021 – 10-11:30 am - Art Talk – !Printing the Revolution! The Rise and Impact of Chicano Graphics: 1965 to Now
Fri., April 9, 2021 – 10-11 am - Cherry Blossom Diplomacy and the Festival of Spring
Fri., April 9, 2021 – 1:30-3 pm - Politics Forum: Dr. Helen Desfosses Discusses The Leadership Record & Future of VP Kamala Harris
Sun., April 11, 2021 – 3-4 pm -A Conversation With Councilwoman Amy Jackson
Mon., April 12, 2021 – 10-11 am - PLANNING MEETING for June-Dec. Roundtable Discussions
Mon., April 12, 2021 – 1-3 pm - Monday Book Club: “The Lowland” by Jhumpa Lahiri
Tues., April 13, 2021 – 10-11:30 am - What's in the News
Tues., April 13, 2021 – 11-noon - An Update on the Political Landscape with Journalist Steve Roberts
Tues., April 13, 2021 – 5-6 pm - Birthday Celebration for Members with April Birthdays
Wed., April 14, 2021 - 3-4:15pm - Climate Change…What Are the Challenges Facing Us?
Thurs., April 15, 2021 – 5-6 pm - Men's Night 'In'
AHA Monthly Art Talk on Monday, April 5 at 10 am
Art Talk - !Printing the Revolution! The Rise and Impact of Chicano Graphics: 1965 to Now
In the 1960s, activist Chicano artists forged a remarkable history of printmaking that remains vital today. Many artists came of age during the civil rights, labor, anti-war, feminist and LGBTQ+ movements and channeled the period’s social activism into assertive aesthetic statements that announced a new political and cultural consciousness among people of Mexican descent in the United States. ¡Printing the Revolution! explores the rise of Chicano graphics within these early social movements and the ways in which Chicano artists since then have advanced innovative printmaking practices attuned to social justice. Join us for this wonderful event. Members click here to register for this event. Other guests need to call or email the AHA office.
Artist Jesus Barraza quotes Biko from one of his most important speeches, “White Racism and Black Consciousness” (1971). His words urged Black South Africans to consider how colonial and racist worldviews, which thoroughly molded historical narratives, have shaped their own perception of Black life and culture.
In response to her family’s exposure to polluted water and pesticides in California’s San Joaquin Valley, Hernandez sought to unmask the “wholesome figures of agribusiness,” such as the Sun Maid. The skeletal figure draws attention to the dangers and adverse effects of the various chemicals listed in the print’s lower register.
Join Us on April 11 at 3 pm
Councilwoman Amy Jackson
Please join us for a conversation with Councilwoman Amy Jackson. Amy is a native Alexandrian and life-long community activist and educator. She has been and remains actively involved in many Alexandria Commissions, programs, and non-profits that contribute to the safety, well-being, and education of women, children, and families in Alexandria. Amy's first term on Alexandria's City Council goes through 2021. Amy will be running for re-election on the Alexandria City Council, and has hopes to continue her service to the Alexandria community with another term. This is a Zoom program; Registration is required by April 9. Members click here to register. All other interested guests need to call or email the AHA office.
Spring2ACTion, ACT for Alexandria's annual online campaign for nonprofits, takes place on Wednesday, April 28. The campaign's online portal goes live two-weeks prior on April 14. Show your support for AHA by donating online during the campaign, or by sending a check to the AHA offices.
Consider offering a matching gift to entice others to donate and allow your donation to be doubled. Spring2ACTion is AHA's most effective fundraiser, and we gratefully accept tax-deductible contributions to keep our service strong and vibrant. Watch your email inbox for further updates on Spring2ACTion!
Guidance for Fully Vaccinated IndividualsWhile a fully vaccinated person is well protected against disease, they need to be respectful of others who may still be at risk of infection and who have not received the vaccine. We still need more data on vaccine efficacy against new variants, efficacy in children, and efficacy on preventing transmission.
Vaccinated people are well protected, but they need to be respectful of others still at risk.
At Home in Alexandria
3139 Mt. Vernon Avenue
Alexandria, VA 22305
703.231.0824
aha@athomeinalexandria.org
www.athomeinalexandria.org
We continue to hold our social, cultural and educational programs online using Zoom until everyone feels more comfortable with in-person gatherings.
Non-members are always welcome to give AHA a try by attending a Zoom program of interest. Contact our office at 703.231.0824 to RSVP.
Click here to view the April Newsletter and, in it, the Calendar of Events
AHA Calendar of Events
AHA members and volunteers are always welcome to our Zoom events. Remember that you can join by telephone if you don't have video capability. You still need to register in advance to get the phone-in number to join. So don't miss out....join us either way. Click on any program title to read more about it. Sign up on AHA Hub or contact our office to RSVP: 703-231-0824.
REMINDER: Please make every effort to sign up for events before the RSVP deadline so we'll have enough time to send you the Zoom link in advance. Keep our office hours of 10am-2pm in mind, as some events begin outside of those hours.
Here is the calendar for the next two weeks:
Thurs., April 1, 2021 – 5-6:30 pm - Ladies' Night 'In'
Mon., April 5, 2021 – 10-11:30 am - Art Talk – !Printing the Revolution! The Rise and Impact of Chicano Graphics: 1965 to Now
Fri., April 9, 2021 – 10-11 am - Cherry Blossom Diplomacy and the Festival of Spring
Fri., April 9, 2021 – 1:30-3 pm - Politics Forum: Dr. Helen Desfosses Discusses The Leadership Record & Future of VP Kamala Harris
Sun., April 11, 2021 – 3-4 pm -A Conversation With Councilwoman Amy Jackson
Mon., April 12, 2021 – 10-11 am - PLANNING MEETING for June-Dec. Roundtable Discussions
Mon., April 12, 2021 – 1-3 pm - Monday Book Club: “The Lowland” by Jhumpa Lahiri
Tues., April 13, 2021 – 10-11:30 am - What's in the News
Tues., April 13, 2021 – 11-noon - An Update on the Political Landscape with Journalist Steve Roberts
Tues., April 13, 2021 – 5-6 pm - Birthday Celebration for Members with April Birthdays
Wed., April 14, 2021 - 3-4:15pm - Climate Change…What Are the Challenges Facing Us?
Thurs., April 15, 2021 – 5-6 pm - Men's Night 'In'
AHA Monthly Art Talk on Monday, April 5 at 10 am
Art Talk - !Printing the Revolution! The Rise and Impact of Chicano Graphics: 1965 to Now
In the 1960s, activist Chicano artists forged a remarkable history of printmaking that remains vital today. Many artists came of age during the civil rights, labor, anti-war, feminist and LGBTQ+ movements and channeled the period’s social activism into assertive aesthetic statements that announced a new political and cultural consciousness among people of Mexican descent in the United States. ¡Printing the Revolution! explores the rise of Chicano graphics within these early social movements and the ways in which Chicano artists since then have advanced innovative printmaking practices attuned to social justice. Join us for this wonderful event. Members click here to register for this event. Other guests need to call or email the AHA office.
Artist Jesus Barraza quotes Biko from one of his most important speeches, “White Racism and Black Consciousness” (1971). His words urged Black South Africans to consider how colonial and racist worldviews, which thoroughly molded historical narratives, have shaped their own perception of Black life and culture.
In response to her family’s exposure to polluted water and pesticides in California’s San Joaquin Valley, Hernandez sought to unmask the “wholesome figures of agribusiness,” such as the Sun Maid. The skeletal figure draws attention to the dangers and adverse effects of the various chemicals listed in the print’s lower register.
Join Us on April 11 at 3 pm
Councilwoman Amy Jackson
Please join us for a conversation with Councilwoman Amy Jackson. Amy is a native Alexandrian and life-long community activist and educator. She has been and remains actively involved in many Alexandria Commissions, programs, and non-profits that contribute to the safety, well-being, and education of women, children, and families in Alexandria. Amy's first term on Alexandria's City Council goes through 2021. Amy will be running for re-election on the Alexandria City Council, and has hopes to continue her service to the Alexandria community with another term. This is a Zoom program; Registration is required by April 9. Members click here to register. All other interested guests need to call or email the AHA office.
Spring2ACTion, ACT for Alexandria's annual online campaign for nonprofits, takes place on Wednesday, April 28. The campaign's online portal goes live two-weeks prior on April 14. Show your support for AHA by donating online during the campaign, or by sending a check to the AHA offices.
Consider offering a matching gift to entice others to donate and allow your donation to be doubled. Spring2ACTion is AHA's most effective fundraiser, and we gratefully accept tax-deductible contributions to keep our service strong and vibrant. Watch your email inbox for further updates on Spring2ACTion!
Guidance for Fully Vaccinated IndividualsWhile a fully vaccinated person is well protected against disease, they need to be respectful of others who may still be at risk of infection and who have not received the vaccine. We still need more data on vaccine efficacy against new variants, efficacy in children, and efficacy on preventing transmission.
Vaccinated people are well protected, but they need to be respectful of others still at risk.
At Home in Alexandria
3139 Mt. Vernon Avenue
Alexandria, VA 22305
703.231.0824
aha@athomeinalexandria.org
www.athomeinalexandria.org
Dear Members, Friends and Volunteers,
Vaccine rollout progress
The County is making progress toward getting vaccinations to the top priority groups. See the data in Montgomery County's vaccine data dashboard. Nearly 65% of the estimated 73,000 county residents age 75 and older have received a first dose. About 20% of residents age 65 to 74 have received their first dose from hospitals and pharmacies. For more details click here
After the disruption last week with the snow storms, staff are hearing of more people being called in for the vaccine from Montgomery County and Suburban Hospital. The County system also seems to work much more smoothly now the problem of forwarded appointment links has been rectified. For those who are 65 to 74 years old, please hold on just a little more. The County has mentioned you will be called in when they have gotten to most of the 75+ year-olds. If you are not comfortable waiting for a call or email, you can try the Maryland State mass vaccination sites and pharmacies.
If you preregistered with the County, please check your emails regularly and pick up all your phone calls, even those from unknown numbers. This week, there's been an uptick in folks 75 years and older receiving County vaccine appointment emails. Two village members were called by Johns Hopkins to schedule a vaccination. The appointment was for Suburban Hospital. Adventist is also calling people to schedule vaccinations.
Our members are being offered two or three Montgomery County vaccination sites. The most commonly mentioned are Richard Montgomery High School in Rockville, and Quince Orchard High School in Gaithersburg.
Can you share your appointment registration link with others?
No, you cannot. The state’s PrepMod system, which is used for county-run clinics as well, has been modified to send out one-use links. Do not share the appointment link with others.
If they register using your link before you do, you could lose your spot to them and they will not receive a vaccine if they are not eligible.
Mass vaccination site for Montgomery County?
Dr. Earl Stoddard, executive director of the county’s Office of Emergency Management and Homeland Security, reported on Tuesday that Maryland health officials said they might consider opening more mass vaccination sites across the state, including in Montgomery County. That that would come only after the state opens all of its planned six sites elsewhere around the state. [The newest one is in Charles County, opening on or before March 11.]
Stoddard said the county is preparing at least one site with the needed infrastructure and planning, in hopes that the state will approve it. The county has proposed at least three locations as potential mass vaccination sites to the state health department, including the fairgrounds in Gaithersburg. More....
A rough guide to the COVID-19 vaccination process
Chevy Chase At Home has put together a rough guide that explains the different places where you can find a vaccine, including links and tips. It is a more comprehensive and updated version of what we've been running in this newsletter in recent weeks. You can download your own copy here.
Most common side effects people report after getting Covid vaccine
The CDC published new data listing the most common side effects Americans reported after receiving shots of Pfizer's or Moderna's Covid-19 vaccines.
Read in CNBC: https://apple.news/AXz-kuWw7TOiQ__Fs2kDtUg
Fully vaccinated people don't need to quarantine if exposed to Covid
Other recommendations to slow the spread of the coronavirus, like wearing masks and social distancing, still apply.
Read in NBC News: https://apple.news/AFwrUwrOgQXyC-9Jd-KVyFg
Comparing the Covid-19 vaccines developed by Pfizer, Moderna, and Johnson & Johnson
How three Covid-19 vaccines — from Pfizer, Moderna, and J&J — stack up against one another.
Read in STAT: https://apple.news/AIBKiDGe5RQuCr64Z2GRjNA
Effectiveness of Johnson & Johnson COVID vaccine explained
Read in Newsweek: https://apple.news/AH_iO4zdXRdy4JEkvmQ-EtQ
Maryland may receive doses of Johnson & Johnson vaccine next week
The federal government has notified the states to expect allocations of the single-dose Johnson & Johnson vaccine, being manufactured in Baltimore, as early as next week. The Food and Drug Administration released an analysis today of Johnson & Johnson's COVID-19 vaccine that supports its authorization for emergency use. Today, a panel of advisers to the agency will meet to evaluate the vaccine and make a recommendation about whether it should be given the OK. If the FDA then approves the vaccine for emergency use, the federal government would ship doses to the states sometime next week.
Expanded surveillance of coronavirus variants
Governor Hogan announced yesterday that the state has entered into agreements with the University of Maryland, Baltimore, and Johns Hopkins University to more than double the state’s surveillance of coronavirus variants that spread rapidly and threaten to prolong the pandemic. Under the new partnership, more than 10% of cases will be screened, the level recommended by public health experts.
According to the Maryland deputy health secretary, 60 cases involving variants have been detected in the state so far, most of them the U.K. variant. More...
County recreation centers opening
Montgomery County Recreation will reopen eight community recreation centers on a limited schedule beginning, Monday, March 1. Individuals and households can now schedule times to use fitness rooms, gymnasiums and other rooms without the structure of a class. The re-openings are the next steps in the recovery from the COVID-19 health crisis following the openings of instructor-led, in-person classes on Tuesday, Feb. 16.
The community recreation centers that will open are Bauer Drive; Damascus; Nancy H. Dacek North Potomac; Jane E. Lawton; Plum Gar; Potomac; Praisner; and White Oak.
Residents can schedule a workout time and those who live in the same household can make reservations to use the gym or another room. There also is an option of playing sports such as pickleball or badminton against one other person. Currently, there is no team sports or double play. It is recommended that booking a reservation is a better option to get space rather than walking up without a reservation because opportunities will be limited by space and available time slots. You must have a membership to use these facilities. Residents must have a Fit N Play Pass to reserve a fitness room or gym activities. A six-month Fit N Play pass is available to County residents, 18 years and older, for $55. Passes are free for youth, 17 and younger.
COVID-19 safety precautions will be in place at the facilities, including wearing masks, six-foot social distancing and disinfecting after each user.
For more information about recreation programs, visit the website, or call 240-777-6840 or email rec.customerservice@montgomerycountymd.gov.
If you are a CC@H Member or Volunteer and you need help with vaccine registration, please contact the office at (301) 657-3115 or email info@chevychaseathome.org.
Bethesda Beat; Erlich Update; Bethesda-Chevy Chase Regional Services; CNBC; NBC News; STAT; Newsweek; Bethesda-Chevy Chase Regional Services; Washington Post; Ann Wild; Erlich - Montgomery Update.
Vaccine rollout progress
The County is making progress toward getting vaccinations to the top priority groups. See the data in Montgomery County's vaccine data dashboard. Nearly 65% of the estimated 73,000 county residents age 75 and older have received a first dose. About 20% of residents age 65 to 74 have received their first dose from hospitals and pharmacies. For more details click here
After the disruption last week with the snow storms, staff are hearing of more people being called in for the vaccine from Montgomery County and Suburban Hospital. The County system also seems to work much more smoothly now the problem of forwarded appointment links has been rectified. For those who are 65 to 74 years old, please hold on just a little more. The County has mentioned you will be called in when they have gotten to most of the 75+ year-olds. If you are not comfortable waiting for a call or email, you can try the Maryland State mass vaccination sites and pharmacies.
If you preregistered with the County, please check your emails regularly and pick up all your phone calls, even those from unknown numbers. This week, there's been an uptick in folks 75 years and older receiving County vaccine appointment emails. Two village members were called by Johns Hopkins to schedule a vaccination. The appointment was for Suburban Hospital. Adventist is also calling people to schedule vaccinations.
Our members are being offered two or three Montgomery County vaccination sites. The most commonly mentioned are Richard Montgomery High School in Rockville, and Quince Orchard High School in Gaithersburg.
Can you share your appointment registration link with others?
No, you cannot. The state’s PrepMod system, which is used for county-run clinics as well, has been modified to send out one-use links. Do not share the appointment link with others.
If they register using your link before you do, you could lose your spot to them and they will not receive a vaccine if they are not eligible.
Mass vaccination site for Montgomery County?
Dr. Earl Stoddard, executive director of the county’s Office of Emergency Management and Homeland Security, reported on Tuesday that Maryland health officials said they might consider opening more mass vaccination sites across the state, including in Montgomery County. That that would come only after the state opens all of its planned six sites elsewhere around the state. [The newest one is in Charles County, opening on or before March 11.]
Stoddard said the county is preparing at least one site with the needed infrastructure and planning, in hopes that the state will approve it. The county has proposed at least three locations as potential mass vaccination sites to the state health department, including the fairgrounds in Gaithersburg. More....
A rough guide to the COVID-19 vaccination process
Chevy Chase At Home has put together a rough guide that explains the different places where you can find a vaccine, including links and tips. It is a more comprehensive and updated version of what we've been running in this newsletter in recent weeks. You can download your own copy here.
Most common side effects people report after getting Covid vaccine
The CDC published new data listing the most common side effects Americans reported after receiving shots of Pfizer's or Moderna's Covid-19 vaccines.
Read in CNBC: https://apple.news/AXz-kuWw7TOiQ__Fs2kDtUg
Fully vaccinated people don't need to quarantine if exposed to Covid
Other recommendations to slow the spread of the coronavirus, like wearing masks and social distancing, still apply.
Read in NBC News: https://apple.news/AFwrUwrOgQXyC-9Jd-KVyFg
Comparing the Covid-19 vaccines developed by Pfizer, Moderna, and Johnson & Johnson
How three Covid-19 vaccines — from Pfizer, Moderna, and J&J — stack up against one another.
Read in STAT: https://apple.news/AIBKiDGe5RQuCr64Z2GRjNA
Effectiveness of Johnson & Johnson COVID vaccine explained
Read in Newsweek: https://apple.news/AH_iO4zdXRdy4JEkvmQ-EtQ
Maryland may receive doses of Johnson & Johnson vaccine next week
The federal government has notified the states to expect allocations of the single-dose Johnson & Johnson vaccine, being manufactured in Baltimore, as early as next week. The Food and Drug Administration released an analysis today of Johnson & Johnson's COVID-19 vaccine that supports its authorization for emergency use. Today, a panel of advisers to the agency will meet to evaluate the vaccine and make a recommendation about whether it should be given the OK. If the FDA then approves the vaccine for emergency use, the federal government would ship doses to the states sometime next week.
Expanded surveillance of coronavirus variants
Governor Hogan announced yesterday that the state has entered into agreements with the University of Maryland, Baltimore, and Johns Hopkins University to more than double the state’s surveillance of coronavirus variants that spread rapidly and threaten to prolong the pandemic. Under the new partnership, more than 10% of cases will be screened, the level recommended by public health experts.
According to the Maryland deputy health secretary, 60 cases involving variants have been detected in the state so far, most of them the U.K. variant. More...
County recreation centers opening
Montgomery County Recreation will reopen eight community recreation centers on a limited schedule beginning, Monday, March 1. Individuals and households can now schedule times to use fitness rooms, gymnasiums and other rooms without the structure of a class. The re-openings are the next steps in the recovery from the COVID-19 health crisis following the openings of instructor-led, in-person classes on Tuesday, Feb. 16.
The community recreation centers that will open are Bauer Drive; Damascus; Nancy H. Dacek North Potomac; Jane E. Lawton; Plum Gar; Potomac; Praisner; and White Oak.
Residents can schedule a workout time and those who live in the same household can make reservations to use the gym or another room. There also is an option of playing sports such as pickleball or badminton against one other person. Currently, there is no team sports or double play. It is recommended that booking a reservation is a better option to get space rather than walking up without a reservation because opportunities will be limited by space and available time slots. You must have a membership to use these facilities. Residents must have a Fit N Play Pass to reserve a fitness room or gym activities. A six-month Fit N Play pass is available to County residents, 18 years and older, for $55. Passes are free for youth, 17 and younger.
COVID-19 safety precautions will be in place at the facilities, including wearing masks, six-foot social distancing and disinfecting after each user.
For more information about recreation programs, visit the website, or call 240-777-6840 or email rec.customerservice@montgomerycountymd.gov.
If you are a CC@H Member or Volunteer and you need help with vaccine registration, please contact the office at (301) 657-3115 or email info@chevychaseathome.org.
Bethesda Beat; Erlich Update; Bethesda-Chevy Chase Regional Services; CNBC; NBC News; STAT; Newsweek; Bethesda-Chevy Chase Regional Services; Washington Post; Ann Wild; Erlich - Montgomery Update.
Dear Members, Friends and Volunteers,
Vaccine rollout progress
The County is making progress toward getting vaccinations to the top priority groups. See the data in Montgomery County's vaccine data dashboard. Nearly 65% of the estimated 73,000 county residents age 75 and older have received a first dose. About 20% of residents age 65 to 74 have received their first dose from hospitals and pharmacies. For more details click here
After the disruption last week with the snow storms, staff are hearing of more people being called in for the vaccine from Montgomery County and Suburban Hospital. The County system also seems to work much more smoothly now the problem of forwarded appointment links has been rectified. For those who are 65 to 74 years old, please hold on just a little more. The County has mentioned you will be called in when they have gotten to most of the 75+ year-olds. If you are not comfortable waiting for a call or email, you can try the Maryland State mass vaccination sites and pharmacies.
If you preregistered with the County, please check your emails regularly and pick up all your phone calls, even those from unknown numbers. This week, there's been an uptick in folks 75 years and older receiving County vaccine appointment emails. Two village members were called by Johns Hopkins to schedule a vaccination. The appointment was for Suburban Hospital. Adventist is also calling people to schedule vaccinations.
Our members are being offered two or three Montgomery County vaccination sites. The most commonly mentioned are Richard Montgomery High School in Rockville, and Quince Orchard High School in Gaithersburg.
Can you share your appointment registration link with others?
No, you cannot. The state’s PrepMod system, which is used for county-run clinics as well, has been modified to send out one-use links. Do not share the appointment link with others.
If they register using your link before you do, you could lose your spot to them and they will not receive a vaccine if they are not eligible.
Mass vaccination site for Montgomery County?
Dr. Earl Stoddard, executive director of the county’s Office of Emergency Management and Homeland Security, reported on Tuesday that Maryland health officials said they might consider opening more mass vaccination sites across the state, including in Montgomery County. That that would come only after the state opens all of its planned six sites elsewhere around the state. [The newest one is in Charles County, opening on or before March 11.]
Stoddard said the county is preparing at least one site with the needed infrastructure and planning, in hopes that the state will approve it. The county has proposed at least three locations as potential mass vaccination sites to the state health department, including the fairgrounds in Gaithersburg. More....
A rough guide to the COVID-19 vaccination process
Chevy Chase At Home has put together a rough guide that explains the different places where you can find a vaccine, including links and tips. It is a more comprehensive and updated version of what we've been running in this newsletter in recent weeks. You can download your own copy here.
Most common side effects people report after getting Covid vaccine
The CDC published new data listing the most common side effects Americans reported after receiving shots of Pfizer's or Moderna's Covid-19 vaccines.
Read in CNBC: https://apple.news/AXz-kuWw7TOiQ__Fs2kDtUg
Fully vaccinated people don't need to quarantine if exposed to Covid
Other recommendations to slow the spread of the coronavirus, like wearing masks and social distancing, still apply.
Read in NBC News: https://apple.news/AFwrUwrOgQXyC-9Jd-KVyFg
Comparing the Covid-19 vaccines developed by Pfizer, Moderna, and Johnson & Johnson
How three Covid-19 vaccines — from Pfizer, Moderna, and J&J — stack up against one another.
Read in STAT: https://apple.news/AIBKiDGe5RQuCr64Z2GRjNA
Effectiveness of Johnson & Johnson COVID vaccine explained
Read in Newsweek: https://apple.news/AH_iO4zdXRdy4JEkvmQ-EtQ
Maryland may receive doses of Johnson & Johnson vaccine next week
The federal government has notified the states to expect allocations of the single-dose Johnson & Johnson vaccine, being manufactured in Baltimore, as early as next week. The Food and Drug Administration released an analysis today of Johnson & Johnson's COVID-19 vaccine that supports its authorization for emergency use. Today, a panel of advisers to the agency will meet to evaluate the vaccine and make a recommendation about whether it should be given the OK. If the FDA then approves the vaccine for emergency use, the federal government would ship doses to the states sometime next week.
Expanded surveillance of coronavirus variants
Governor Hogan announced yesterday that the state has entered into agreements with the University of Maryland, Baltimore, and Johns Hopkins University to more than double the state’s surveillance of coronavirus variants that spread rapidly and threaten to prolong the pandemic. Under the new partnership, more than 10% of cases will be screened, the level recommended by public health experts.
According to the Maryland deputy health secretary, 60 cases involving variants have been detected in the state so far, most of them the U.K. variant. More...
County recreation centers opening
Montgomery County Recreation will reopen eight community recreation centers on a limited schedule beginning, Monday, March 1. Individuals and households can now schedule times to use fitness rooms, gymnasiums and other rooms without the structure of a class. The re-openings are the next steps in the recovery from the COVID-19 health crisis following the openings of instructor-led, in-person classes on Tuesday, Feb. 16.
The community recreation centers that will open are Bauer Drive; Damascus; Nancy H. Dacek North Potomac; Jane E. Lawton; Plum Gar; Potomac; Praisner; and White Oak.
Residents can schedule a workout time and those who live in the same household can make reservations to use the gym or another room. There also is an option of playing sports such as pickleball or badminton against one other person. Currently, there is no team sports or double play. It is recommended that booking a reservation is a better option to get space rather than walking up without a reservation because opportunities will be limited by space and available time slots. You must have a membership to use these facilities. Residents must have a Fit N Play Pass to reserve a fitness room or gym activities. A six-month Fit N Play pass is available to County residents, 18 years and older, for $55. Passes are free for youth, 17 and younger.
COVID-19 safety precautions will be in place at the facilities, including wearing masks, six-foot social distancing and disinfecting after each user.
For more information about recreation programs, visit the website, or call 240-777-6840 or email rec.customerservice@montgomerycountymd.gov.
If you are a CC@H Member or Volunteer and you need help with vaccine registration, please contact the office at (301) 657-3115 or email info@chevychaseathome.org.
Bethesda Beat; Erlich Update; Bethesda-Chevy Chase Regional Services; CNBC; NBC News; STAT; Newsweek; Bethesda-Chevy Chase Regional Services; Washington Post; Ann Wild; Erlich - Montgomery Update.
Vaccine rollout progress
The County is making progress toward getting vaccinations to the top priority groups. See the data in Montgomery County's vaccine data dashboard. Nearly 65% of the estimated 73,000 county residents age 75 and older have received a first dose. About 20% of residents age 65 to 74 have received their first dose from hospitals and pharmacies. For more details click here
After the disruption last week with the snow storms, staff are hearing of more people being called in for the vaccine from Montgomery County and Suburban Hospital. The County system also seems to work much more smoothly now the problem of forwarded appointment links has been rectified. For those who are 65 to 74 years old, please hold on just a little more. The County has mentioned you will be called in when they have gotten to most of the 75+ year-olds. If you are not comfortable waiting for a call or email, you can try the Maryland State mass vaccination sites and pharmacies.
If you preregistered with the County, please check your emails regularly and pick up all your phone calls, even those from unknown numbers. This week, there's been an uptick in folks 75 years and older receiving County vaccine appointment emails. Two village members were called by Johns Hopkins to schedule a vaccination. The appointment was for Suburban Hospital. Adventist is also calling people to schedule vaccinations.
Our members are being offered two or three Montgomery County vaccination sites. The most commonly mentioned are Richard Montgomery High School in Rockville, and Quince Orchard High School in Gaithersburg.
Can you share your appointment registration link with others?
No, you cannot. The state’s PrepMod system, which is used for county-run clinics as well, has been modified to send out one-use links. Do not share the appointment link with others.
If they register using your link before you do, you could lose your spot to them and they will not receive a vaccine if they are not eligible.
Mass vaccination site for Montgomery County?
Dr. Earl Stoddard, executive director of the county’s Office of Emergency Management and Homeland Security, reported on Tuesday that Maryland health officials said they might consider opening more mass vaccination sites across the state, including in Montgomery County. That that would come only after the state opens all of its planned six sites elsewhere around the state. [The newest one is in Charles County, opening on or before March 11.]
Stoddard said the county is preparing at least one site with the needed infrastructure and planning, in hopes that the state will approve it. The county has proposed at least three locations as potential mass vaccination sites to the state health department, including the fairgrounds in Gaithersburg. More....
A rough guide to the COVID-19 vaccination process
Chevy Chase At Home has put together a rough guide that explains the different places where you can find a vaccine, including links and tips. It is a more comprehensive and updated version of what we've been running in this newsletter in recent weeks. You can download your own copy here.
Most common side effects people report after getting Covid vaccine
The CDC published new data listing the most common side effects Americans reported after receiving shots of Pfizer's or Moderna's Covid-19 vaccines.
Read in CNBC: https://apple.news/AXz-kuWw7TOiQ__Fs2kDtUg
Fully vaccinated people don't need to quarantine if exposed to Covid
Other recommendations to slow the spread of the coronavirus, like wearing masks and social distancing, still apply.
Read in NBC News: https://apple.news/AFwrUwrOgQXyC-9Jd-KVyFg
Comparing the Covid-19 vaccines developed by Pfizer, Moderna, and Johnson & Johnson
How three Covid-19 vaccines — from Pfizer, Moderna, and J&J — stack up against one another.
Read in STAT: https://apple.news/AIBKiDGe5RQuCr64Z2GRjNA
Effectiveness of Johnson & Johnson COVID vaccine explained
Read in Newsweek: https://apple.news/AH_iO4zdXRdy4JEkvmQ-EtQ
Maryland may receive doses of Johnson & Johnson vaccine next week
The federal government has notified the states to expect allocations of the single-dose Johnson & Johnson vaccine, being manufactured in Baltimore, as early as next week. The Food and Drug Administration released an analysis today of Johnson & Johnson's COVID-19 vaccine that supports its authorization for emergency use. Today, a panel of advisers to the agency will meet to evaluate the vaccine and make a recommendation about whether it should be given the OK. If the FDA then approves the vaccine for emergency use, the federal government would ship doses to the states sometime next week.
Expanded surveillance of coronavirus variants
Governor Hogan announced yesterday that the state has entered into agreements with the University of Maryland, Baltimore, and Johns Hopkins University to more than double the state’s surveillance of coronavirus variants that spread rapidly and threaten to prolong the pandemic. Under the new partnership, more than 10% of cases will be screened, the level recommended by public health experts.
According to the Maryland deputy health secretary, 60 cases involving variants have been detected in the state so far, most of them the U.K. variant. More...
County recreation centers opening
Montgomery County Recreation will reopen eight community recreation centers on a limited schedule beginning, Monday, March 1. Individuals and households can now schedule times to use fitness rooms, gymnasiums and other rooms without the structure of a class. The re-openings are the next steps in the recovery from the COVID-19 health crisis following the openings of instructor-led, in-person classes on Tuesday, Feb. 16.
The community recreation centers that will open are Bauer Drive; Damascus; Nancy H. Dacek North Potomac; Jane E. Lawton; Plum Gar; Potomac; Praisner; and White Oak.
Residents can schedule a workout time and those who live in the same household can make reservations to use the gym or another room. There also is an option of playing sports such as pickleball or badminton against one other person. Currently, there is no team sports or double play. It is recommended that booking a reservation is a better option to get space rather than walking up without a reservation because opportunities will be limited by space and available time slots. You must have a membership to use these facilities. Residents must have a Fit N Play Pass to reserve a fitness room or gym activities. A six-month Fit N Play pass is available to County residents, 18 years and older, for $55. Passes are free for youth, 17 and younger.
COVID-19 safety precautions will be in place at the facilities, including wearing masks, six-foot social distancing and disinfecting after each user.
For more information about recreation programs, visit the website, or call 240-777-6840 or email rec.customerservice@montgomerycountymd.gov.
If you are a CC@H Member or Volunteer and you need help with vaccine registration, please contact the office at (301) 657-3115 or email info@chevychaseathome.org.
Bethesda Beat; Erlich Update; Bethesda-Chevy Chase Regional Services; CNBC; NBC News; STAT; Newsweek; Bethesda-Chevy Chase Regional Services; Washington Post; Ann Wild; Erlich - Montgomery Update.
AARP and the Elizabeth Dole Foundation (EDF) today announced the new Respite Relief Program for Military and Veteran Caregivers is going nationwide in 2021. This free program grants family caregivers access to no-cost, short-term assistance to help those caring for wounded, ill or injured veterans or service members at home.
Veteran and military caregivers can apply online to receive 24 hours of respite care to help with activities of daily living, such as cooking, grocery shopping, housekeeping, bathing, and medication reminders.
Please visit https://hiddenheroes.smapply.org/prog/respite_relief/ to fill out an application to apply for this program. If you have any questions along the way, you can email respiterelief@elizabethdolefoundation.org.
Eligibility Requirements: You must provide care to a wounded, ill, or injured veteran or service member (and submit proof of service).
To learn more about this valuable initiative visit Montgomery County’s Caregiver Blog, click here
Lylie (Lynette) Fisher
(pronouns: she/her/hers)
Caregiver Support Program, Area Agency on Aging
Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services
240-777-3037
Online Links to Montgomery MD Caregiver Resources:
Click underlined text to view
MoCo’s Caregiver Support Program - County's online caregiver supports
MoCo’s Engage@HOME - stay resilient with our Caregiver YouTube channel
MoCo’s Caregiver Podcasts - audio interviews, resources and supports
MoCo’s Caregiver Blog - stay connected with our Caregiver eNewsletter
MoCo’s Thrive at Home - fun and helpful websites to stimulate engagement
MoCo's Caregiver Support Publications Online - in multiple languages
Veteran and military caregivers can apply online to receive 24 hours of respite care to help with activities of daily living, such as cooking, grocery shopping, housekeeping, bathing, and medication reminders.
Please visit https://hiddenheroes.smapply.org/prog/respite_relief/ to fill out an application to apply for this program. If you have any questions along the way, you can email respiterelief@elizabethdolefoundation.org.
Eligibility Requirements: You must provide care to a wounded, ill, or injured veteran or service member (and submit proof of service).
To learn more about this valuable initiative visit Montgomery County’s Caregiver Blog, click here
Lylie (Lynette) Fisher
(pronouns: she/her/hers)
Caregiver Support Program, Area Agency on Aging
Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services
240-777-3037
Online Links to Montgomery MD Caregiver Resources:
Click underlined text to view
MoCo’s Caregiver Support Program - County's online caregiver supports
MoCo’s Engage@HOME - stay resilient with our Caregiver YouTube channel
MoCo’s Caregiver Podcasts - audio interviews, resources and supports
MoCo’s Caregiver Blog - stay connected with our Caregiver eNewsletter
MoCo’s Thrive at Home - fun and helpful websites to stimulate engagement
MoCo's Caregiver Support Publications Online - in multiple languages
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