Learning & Entertainment MCPL has online resources that support lifelong learning and enrich the lives of people of all ages. Watch streaming video, learn a language, or take an online class. Great Courses Kanopy - Films & Documentaries Acorn TV - British Television CreativeBug - Arts Instruction Mango Languages
Vibrant Living Whether you are researching family history, looking for consumer or health information, or pursuing other interests, we have resources that support creative aging. eBooks & eLibrary Readers' Cafe What Do I Checkout Next? Genealogy Books@Home - Books by mail
Frequently Requested Resources A selection of frequently requested government sites. Montgomery County Government Senior Site Health & Human Services Senior Page MD Department of Aging Social Security Medicare
Important Resources Planning for Life Transitions As We Age from the Montgomery County Commission on Aging (PDF) Montgomery County Seniors' Resource Guide A guide to senior services in Montgomery County published by the Beacon newspapers and the county's Department of Health & Human Services. Senior Connection of Montgomery County Nonprofit organization linking older adults to services such as grocery shopping, transportation to medical appointments, money management and paperwork assistance. Maryland Senior Citizens Resources AARP of Maryland Jewish Council for the Aging National Council on Aging
Transportation WMATA Senior SmarTrip® Cards Age 65 and older can register for a free transit card at most libraries with a valid, government-issued photo ID that displays date of birth. Transportation Services for Seniors & Persons with Disabilities Provided by Montgomery County Dept. of Transportation Transportation Network Directory Public, private and non-profit transportation in the Washington Metropolitan Region, State of Maryland, and beyond Reach A Ride Provides individuals who require transportation assistance with information about transportation providers in their area. AARP Safe Driver Program
Long-Term Care MD Dept. of Health Medicare Nursing Home Program Eldercare Locator Nursing Homes Medicare.gov provides detailed information about all Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing homes.
Legal Issues MD Department of Aging Senior Legal Assistance Maryland Senior Legal Helpline Maryland Pro Bono Resource Center Advance Directives / Living Wills Forms and instructions from the Maryland Attorney General's office.