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Yasmin Reyazuddin 
Aging & Disability Services 
Montgomery County Government 
Department of Health & Human Services 
401 Hungerford Drive (3rd floor) 
Rockville MD 20850 
240-777-0311 (MC311) 
240-777-1556 (personal) 
240-777-1495 (fax) 
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Looking for a job but drawing a blank?  

Discover the hidden job market, and develop personal job search plans.
The Career Gateway! features small classes, a long-term mentor, 30 hours
of training over two weeks, and valuable take-home materials. Cost: $75.
The next session begins March 12 and space is limited, so sign up now.
For more information, call 301-255-4200/4215, click here
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JCAUniversity at AccessJCA.org.

Social Security Update

Learn about recent changes, reporting responsibilities, survivors'
benefits and the latest on Medicare. Montgomery County Public Libraries
and Social Security Administration will host this seminar on Wednesday,
March 14 from 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. at Rockville Memorial Library, 21
Maryland Ave. in Rockville.  Phone 240-777-0140.  For more information
about this program, please contact Diana Varela at 877-512-3848, ext
20861.  

Tools to Help You Get Ready for Retirement

Montgomery County Public Libraries and Social Security Administration
will also host this seminar on Wednesday, March 14 from 5:00 p.m. - 6:00
p.m. at Rockville Memorial Library, 21 Maryland Ave. in Rockville.
Phone:  240-777-0140.  Learn about eligibility requirements and how to
apply for benefits as well as the pros and cons of receiving benefits
early.  For more information about this program, please contact Diana
Varela at 877-512-3848, ext 20861.  

National Consumer Protection Week
The Montgomery County Office of Consumer Protection recently celebrated
National Consumer Protection Week.  Click here
<http://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/ocptmpl.asp?url=/content/ocp/ncpw/ncp
w_main.asp>  or call 240-777-3636 for ideas on how to protect your
privacy, avoid identity theft, and avoid other frauds and scams.

Filling the Gaps in Pain Care
Scholarships are available for "Filling the Gaps in Pain Care", an
8-week evidenced-based program designed for people with pain and their
families. Research shows that participants improve their ability to
manage chronic pain, resulting in an increased sense of well-being and
improved quality of life. The next session will start on 27 March and
will run until 11 May on Fridays from 9:30 am to 12:00 pm. All
participants must register and be interviewed. Fee is $250 for
non-members and $225 for members.  For more information, click here
<http://www.painconnection.org/> .   

Better Breathing for a Better Life

As part of the Wheaton Monday Speakers Series, Elsie Ferguson, PhD will
address this topic on March 26, 1:15-2:45 pm at Holiday Park Senior
Center, 3950 Ferrara Drive, Wheaton, Maryland 20906. Phone:
240-777-4999 (directions only).  For more information, click here
<http://www.painconnection.org/> .  

Free Retreat for Qualified Blind and Low Vision Adults 55 & Over 

Blind Industries and Services of Maryland (BISM) host this Silver
Retreat in Baltimore June 5 to 8 2012. Qualified blind and low vision
adults 55 & over are invited to learn independent living skills such as
Braille/communication, cane travel, computer and adapted technology, and
adjustment to blindness. Participants will also enjoy social activities,
product demos and peer support. Hotel accommodations, meals, and
activities included.  For details, contact Andy McIver or Ruth Sager at
410-737-2648 or 410-737-2649 or amciver at bism.org
<https://ext01.montgomerycountymd.gov/Local%20Settings/Temporary%20Inter
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rsager at bism.org
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net%20Files/Content.Outlook/ZS9O50VH/rsager at bism.org> .  

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March Topics:  National efforts to draw attention to the importance of
exercise and fitness activities for those over the age of 55, stop
receiving junk mail and learn about the Conflict Resolution Center of
Montgomery County. 

Show Times:  click here
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CCM/schedule.asp> 

Where to Watch:  Comcast and RCN channel 6; Verizon channel 30; or
On-Demand at the County's website by clicking here
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