Germantown Seniors                                         301-601-1685

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.

10:30am-11:30am Chair Exercise: Work out with Polly to keep those muscles flexible and your strength up!

11:15am-12:15pm Blood Pressure Screening: Second Monday of every month

11:00am-12:00pm Conversational Spanish: Learn Spanish with volunteer instructor, Hilda Junqueras.

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)

Thursdays
10:00am-12:00pm Mah Jongg Lessons: Enjoy learning this ancient game from competent volunteer instructors.

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

11:00am-12:00pm Crochet Club: Come to learn or to perfect your craft. Sarah and Thelma will keep you busy!

11:15am-12:15pm Dance for Fun: Join volunteer instructor, Joanne Lewandowski, for an hour of fun and fitness.

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
Seniors may use the weight and exercise room free of charge Mondays & Thursdays from 10:00am to 2:00pm; Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Fridays from 9:00am to 4:00pm by registering (ask at the center desk). Seniors who choose to use the exercise room on other days or hours will have to purchase the regular season pass. The senior pass will also give seniors access to other community center weight and exercise rooms on designated days and times. Click here to see other available locations.

Available Transportation
Limited door-to-door transportation is available on Mondays and Thursdays through Paratransit. 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 301-601-1685 before 2:00pm. If last minute changes are necessary, leave a message on the recorder at 301-601-1685.

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: mailto:rec%20seniors@montgomerycountymd.gov

Inclement Weather Policy
When Montgomery County Public Schools are closed or have a delayed opening due to snow, ice or severe weather, all classes, activities and mini-trips will be cancelled. There will be no lunch served and no transportation. When County schools close early, all programs and classes scheduled after lunch 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.