Montgomery County Celebrates Active Aging Week

For Immediate Release: Thursday, September 13, 2018

The Montgomery County departments of Health and Human Services (HHS), Recreation (MCR), and Public Libraries (MCPL) are partnering with and joining other agencies, community organizations, nonprofits and local hospitals to celebrate Active Aging Week the week of Sept. 23 through 29. This national initiative promotes the benefits of a healthy lifestyle by offering older adults opportunities to experience diverse activities and exercise in a safe, friendly and fun atmosphere.

“Montgomery County is home to a number of seniors who are looking for opportunities to stay active and involved,” said County Executive Ike Leggett. “Active Aging Week is a great opportunity to showcase the wide range of activities our County departments provide every day to ensure our seniors are active and engaged.”

The theme of Active Aging Week is “Inspiring Wellness.” During the week, over 90 free events, activities and programs will showcase opportunities for older adults to grow, learn, have fun and stay fit at different organizations and agencies located throughout the County.  

MCR will offer over 50 activities at 20 different sites throughout the County. From arts and crafts to pickleball and Zumba, there are hundreds of Recreation activities for individuals 55+ every week. With five senior centers and 13 active adult program sites, MCR has something for everyone’s schedule and lifestyle. For more information about  Montgomery County Recreation events and activities during Active Aging Week, visit MoCoRec.com and click on the  Active Aging Week banner.  

During the week, MCPL will provide nearly 40 activities for seniors at library branches throughout the County. Active programming such as gardening, Tai Chi, Yoga and meditation, as well as activities such as knitting, music and computer programs will be available.

A full list of Montgomery County’s active aging activities is available here.

Participants are encouraged to capture their involvement at events by taking pictures and sharing them on social media with the following hashtags:  #ActiveAgingWeek, #MoCoActiveAgingWeek, and #MoCoInspiringWellness.

For programming information contact: HHS: Tina Purser-Langley; 240-773-8290; MCR: Seniors Team, 240-777-4925; MCPL: Clotilde Puértolas, 240-777-0198

Release ID: 18-669
Media Contact: Public Information Office 240-777-6507