MOVE! Weight Management Program, located in Derwood, MD, is dedicated to enhancing the health and well-being of Veterans through comprehensive weight management and health promotion services. Our mission is to annually screen every Veteran at VA facilities for obesity and connect them to tailored weight management solutions that reflect their unique needs and goals. We offer a variety of options, including group sessions, personalized telephone coaching, and TeleMOVE! for convenient at-home support. The MOVE! Coach mobile app also empowers Veterans to take control of their weight journey independently. For those facing ongoing challenges, we provide access to weight loss medications and bariatric surgery. We invite Veterans eager to improve their health to reach out to their local MOVE! Coordinator or VA provider to begin their journey with MOVE!.

Located in Derwood, MD, Diabetes Management and Diabetes Prevention Basics is a key component of Holy Cross Health's Equitable Wellness Initiative, committed to reducing health disparities impacting the African American and Latinx communities. Our free program offers a comprehensive 3-class series focused on managing diabetes and preventing its onset. Participants will gain essential skills for monitoring blood sugar and interpreting readings, creating nutritious meal plans, and enhancing physical activity. The Diabetes Prevention Basics course emphasizes simple lifestyle changes to avert diabetes through engaging classes that cover the relationship between blood sugar and overall health, stress management, and smoking cessation. We also provide valuable health and nutrition education tailored for our community. Attendees completing the Management Basics series will receive a box of fresh produce from Hungry Harvest, promoting both health and well-being within our community.

The Maryland Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Education (SNAP-Ed) is dedicated to empowering individuals and families in Derwood, MD, who are eligible for SNAP (EBT). We provide essential resources and support aimed at enhancing food assistance and fostering healthier lifestyles through improved access to nutritious food, comprehensive nutrition education, and physical activity initiatives. Our program offers a variety of services, including educational resources to promote healthy eating habits, guidance on increasing food quality, and after-school programs that encourage active living. At SNAP-Ed, we believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to lead a healthy life, and we're here to make that possible.

Americans Helping Americans, based in Derwood, MD, is dedicated to delivering essential support and resources to families and children in need across Appalachia. Our mission focuses on providing vital food assistance, emergency aid, school supplies, clothing, and hygiene items to ensure that Appalachian families can access the critical items they require to thrive. We also offer monthly and supplemental food through our food pantry, facilitate home repairs, and support youth enrichment projects, all with the goal of empowering communities and fostering stability for those we serve.