Galway Community School Resources
I am Ms. Ware, the Community School Liaison (CSL), at Galway Elementary School. Galway, as a Community School received a full-time nurse, CSL position, additional enrichment opportunities, and access to supports and resources to better serve our students and families.
My role this year is to get to know you and evaluate our school’s needs by collecting data through surveys. This data will inform and shape our next steps as a Community School. I also collaborate with community partners to offer wraparound services to families, including health and wellness support, parent workshops, and increased opportunities for family engagement.
Below, you will find community resources available to you and your family. Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns.
Ms. Ware
Community School Liaison
Galway Elementary School
Email: Meghan_Ware@mcpsmd.org
Office: 240-740-0140
Cell: 227-216-9237 call or text
We’d appreciate your assistance in determining how we can better support your child(ren) and your family at Galway Elementary. By completing this 11-question survey, you’ll help us identify resources that may be beneficial to students and families in the Galway school community. Rest assured, your responses will remain confidential.
Printed versions of the survey were sent home. We ask that you complete only one version: either the digital OR the printed version.
Click here for the digital form: https://forms.gle/aNLRP28tB1JQcgrN6
Housing Opportunities Commission of Montgomery County
HOC exists to provide people with low and moderate incomes the opportunity to live in high-quality, safe, and affordable housing in Montgomery County. We strengthen families by offering opportunities for personal and economic growth through partnerships and supportive services.
The Department of Health and Human Services
https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/HHS/ProgramIndex/FinHousingServicesIndex.html
WorkSource Montgomery
https://worksourcemontgomery.com/
Gain employment skills and information about job fairs!
Maryland Workforce Exchange
https://mwejobs.maryland.gov/vosnet/default.aspx
- Job training
- Employment Exchange
SNAP Benefits
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program is available to help you get money for groceries so your family can access nutritious meals.
You may be able to get SNAP benefits if your family's income is low and at least ONE person in the household has an SSN or residence for five or more years.
Apply online: https://mydhrbenefits.dhr.state.md.us
The Montgomery Food Council's SNAP Outreach Team can help you with your application. Call 301-818-3614.
FarmShare Mobile Market: https://www.communityfarmshare.org/mobile-markets
What: Fresh produce at a very low price. FarmShare accepts EBT.
Where: East County Recreation Center, 3310 Gateshead Manor Way, Silver Spring, MD 20904
When: Fridays 4:00pm-6:00pm
CCI Health Services
Medical clinic for individuals with Medicaid seeking healthcare services.
Provides a wide range of services, including primary and pediatric care, dental care, behavioral health services, family planning services, WIC, and prenatal care.
Medical Care for Uninsured Children (Care for Kids)
Care for Kids is a health care program that provides access to health care services for uninsured children in Montgomery County. Pediatric care includes well child visits, sick visits, prescription medicines, optometry, dental, and other limited specialty care services. The program is funded through Montgomery County and administered by the Primary Care Coalition.
Information Number: 301-628-3450
Location(s):
Takoma East Silver Spring (TESS) Center
8513 Piney Branch Road, Silver Spring, MD 20901
The Mary Center
has several locations and a variety of resources available. One of my favorite offerings is their behavioral health clinics, which provide valuable support to community members seeking therapy https://www.maryscenter.org/behavioral-health/
Feminine Care Products
For Galway Families
Click the link and complete the form to identify what you and your female family members need.
https://forms.gle/y17vhNzaqmWFXRDP8
An appointment will be made for you to receive the items at Galway Elementary School.
Diaper Distribution:
Rainbow Community Development Center
2120-A Industrial Parkway, Silver Spring, MD 20904
Call 240-628-9154 to setup an appointment for diapers and/or food
NOTE: No walk-ins
Please only leave one voicemail message, we will call to schedule your appointment.
Questions? Email diapers@rainbowcdc.org
Gilchrist Immigrant Resource Center
Learn about available resources in Montgomery County. If anyone has questions or would like to speak with a staff member in their desired language, they can reach our office Monday to Friday from 9 AM to 5 PM at (240) 777-4940 https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/gilchrist/
FREE English Language Classes This Winter
Where: Zoom
When: January 2024
Registration: Begins Dec 1, 2024
Placement Test Open Now: https://forms.office.com/g/vhR8Vjr9Xz
Parent Academy To Go
Parent Academy TO GO is designed to inform and empower families as advocates and partners in their children's education. Workshops provide families with useful information and resources to support their children's academic and emotional well-being, as well as help them to be college and career ready. Through a variety of learning opportunities hosted by MCPS staff and community partners, we hope to strengthen our engagement with families and the community. We recognize that behind every successful student are supportive families, teachers, school staff and community members who take an active role in educating our students.
Register on the Website: https://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/departments/parentacademy/#schedule
Montgomery County’s Working Parents Assistance (WPA) Program is a County-sponsored program that is committed to helping eligible County residents pay for child care. While parents are at work or school, they can feel confident that their children are in a safe and caring environment.
https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/HHS-Program/CYF/CYFChildCareSubs-p307.html
MSDE Child Care Scholarship Family Portal
The Child Care Scholarship (CCS) (formerly known as Child Care Subsidy) program helps eligible families in Maryland pay for high-quality child care and early education programs.
https://family.childcareportals.org/s/?language=en_US
Need help completing your Child Care Scholarship Application? Call 1 877-227-0125 and press 3. Tell the person that answers the phone you need assistance completing your Child Care Scholarship Application.
Springbrook/Paint Branch Cluster Newsletter
Click the link below to check out additional community resources and events, including local employment opportunities, free local medical clinics, local health initiatives, and more.
Paint Branch Springbrook Cluster Project Newsletter-ENGLISH
Boletín informativo del proyecto Paint Branch Springbrook Cluster-SPANISH