Owens Park Seniors                                           301-428-8127

Owens Park Recreation Center, 19900 Beallsville Road, Beallsville, MD 20839

About the Program
Owens Park Seniors enjoy a wide range of activities together when they gather on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Meeting between 10:00am and 2:00pm, this program offers entertainment, health screening and education, exercise and fitness, occasional crafts, informational speakers, counseling on issues of interest to seniors, theme parties with great food and lots of camaraderie. Mini-trips to local points of interest add another dimension to the wide range of possibilities offered at Owens Park Seniors, as does the volunteer endeavors the group assumes. 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
Owens Park Seniors is located in Owens Park 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 Owens Park Seniors; or you may request a sample copy by clicking here.

Directions
From Rockville: Go north on Veirs Mill Road. Turn left on route #28 (west), and go 18.7 miles. At the traffic light, turn right by Staub's Restaurant on route #109, and continue another .3 mile. After the fire station, turn left into the center.

Weekly Schedule
Tuesdays & Wednesdays
10:00am-10:30am Coffee, Tea and Friendship: Join the group for a time of pleasant social interaction, lively conversation and fun.

10:30am-11:00am Chair Fitness and Crateball: Whatever your style, here's your chance to build healthy exercise into your life.

10:30am-11:00am Blood Pressure Screening: Provided by the Beallsville Volunteer Fire Department the second Tuesday of every month.

11:00am-12:00pm Morning Activities: Varied and enjoyable (check the calendar)

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

1:00am-2:00pm Afternoon Program & Activities: Varied and enjoyable (check the calendar)

Available Transportation
Limited door-to-door transportation is available on Tuesdays and Wednesdays through Paratransit. New people are welcome to call to determine if they live within the travel district. Reservations must be made two days in advance. If last minute changes are necessary, call before noon the day before the scheduled pick-up (301-468-4540).

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: Rec Seniors@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, the center may close early, and activities are cancelled. If in doubt, call the center before you attempt to go, or call the Senior Programs Office at 301-468-4540.

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 301-468-4540 two weeks prior to the start of the program.

Financial Assistance
Financial Assistance is available for low-income residents. Call the Senior Programs Office for information at 301-468-4540.