Are you a caregiver? Join #HoCoAging for the next Resources and Care Connections group meeting. Meets the fourth Tuesday of each month from 5:30-7 p.m. 7125 Riverwood Drive, Suite D1, Columbia, 21046. Contact Kim Flash at 410-313-3668 or [email protected] to register.

Reminder: This Friday, December 5, is a county-wide Energy Saving Day. While some county offices will be closed to the public, staff will be working and available by phone and email remotely. Learn more about Energy Saving Days here: howardcountymd.gov/energysavingda….

Help infants & toddlers build healthy eating habits from the start! Join #HoCoChildrenandFamilies for “Healthy Meals for Infants and Toddlers,” a virtual training for child care providers on Dec. 15, 6:30–8:30 p.m. Register + find more workshops: bit.ly/HoCo-CCRCTrain…

Warm up your winter with #HoCoAging! From wellness workshops and creative arts to fitness classes and holiday-themed activities, you’ll find it waiting for you at your local 50+ Center. Winter registration is now open! Explore: bit.ly/HoCo-Winter50

#HoCoChildrenandFamilies hosts free virtual workshops for parents & caregivers in #HoCoCommunity. Dec 8, 7 p.m.: Parenting Apart, Working Together. Dec 11, 1 p.m.: Navigating Howard County Housing Programs. Register: bit.ly/HoCo-Parenting… / bit.ly/HoCo-Navigatin…

Looking for a way to kick off the holidays? Join #HoCoAging for an afternoon with The Fabulous 50+ Players as they perform holiday classics perfect for getting into the spirit of the season. Monday, Dec. 22, 1–2 p.m. at Elkridge 50+ Center. Register: bit.ly/HoCo-50PlusPla…

#HoCoPartnerships will be accepting applications for FY27 Community Service Partnerships (CSP) Grants from Friday, December 12 to January 20 at 11:59 p.m. Nonprofits serving Howard County are encouraged to apply. Learn more and access the application at howardcountymd.gov/CSP-Grants

Human trafficking can affect anyone—but awareness is key. #HoCoHumanTraffickingPrevention offers free HT101 trainings to help you spot red flags and respond safely. Request a virtual or in-person session here: bit.ly/DCRSRequest Questions? Email [email protected]

Did you know that since 2016, DCRS' Office of Community Partnerships (OCP) has provided grant funding to support the work of more than 70 community partners in Howard County? Learn more about the CSP grants process at howardcountymd.gov/CSP. #DCRSis50

Heads up #HoCoCommunity! This Friday, December 19, is a county-wide Energy Saving Day. While some county offices will be closed to the public, staff will be working and available by phone and email remotely. Learn more about Energy Saving Days here: howardcountymd.gov/energysavingda….

Reminder! #HoCoLocalChildren is seeking proposals for programs supporting mental health, afterschool enrichment & mentoring for Howard County Youth, and NOW Summer learning. Questions due 12/23; proposals due 1/2 or 1/16. For more details: howardcountymd.gov/olcb

December 22-24 and 26 are county-wide Energy Saving Days. While some county offices will be closed to the public, staff will be working and available by phone and email remotely. In addition, all offices will be closed December 25, in observance of the Christmas Holiday.

As the year comes to a close, we at DCRS want to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude for the trust, partnership and support of our #HoCoCommunity. May this holiday season give you time to recharge and celebrate with those who matter most. -Jackie Scott and Staff

This season, #HoCoAging brought Project Holiday joy to #HoCoCommunity. With help from 120+ volunteers, 272 older adults received gifts, connection and care. Check out a selection of photos from this year's activities here: bit.ly/HoCo-PHAlbum20…

Founded in 1975, DCRS launched the 50 for 50 challenge to mark our 50th year of service to #HoCoCommunity. Staff provided support to dozens of community partners, including schools, food pantries, senior living communities and more. Here’s to 50 years of service! #DCRSis50

Please note that December 29-31 and January 2 are county-wide Energy Saving Days. Some county offices will be closed to the public, but staff will be available by phone and email remotely. In addition, all offices will be closed Jan. 1, in observance of New Year's Day.

Happy New Year, #HoCoCommunity! If your 2026 resolutions include physical fitness, #HoCoAging has just the thing. Read the January edition of the OAI Digital to learn how our fitness specialists can help you reach your goals. Current issue here: bit.ly/HoCo_OAIdigita…

School readiness is more than ABCs and 123s. Social-emotional growth, problem-solving, self-help, and more are also vital to school success. Providers, join #HoCoChildrenandFamilies on Jan. 21 6:30-8:30 p.m. for Teaching Parents About School Readiness: bit.ly/HoCo-CCRCTrain…

Now-Jan 15, Glenwood 50+ Center is collecting shelf-stable snacks in honor of MLK Jr. Day. Donations like granola bars, fruit cups, etc. will be put together for Howard County’s Street Outreach team to deliver. Donate or register to assemble packages. bit.ly/HoCo-MLKDayofS…

#HoCoAging is teaming up with HCPSS to showcase student artwork at the East Columbia 50+ Center! Celebrate #HoCoCommunity youth at a free reception on Jan. 14, 6–7p.m. Light refreshments provided. Register: bit.ly/HoCo-StudentAr… Exhibit runs Jan. 8–Mar. 30.