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Errands 4 USeptember 2010

Parents' Bulletin Board
The deadline for the October Parents' Bulletin Board is September 1.

September 1: The Linus Project Sew-A-Thon. 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. Volunteers are needed to make blankets for sick and needy children. Knit, crochet or quilt. Yarn and fabric provided; bring knitting needles #10, crochet hook H or I and a sandwich for lunch. Extension Office, Derwood. Call Pat for more information: 301-460-5451.

September 8: For Parents of Challenging Adolescents/Young Adults. 12:15 – 1 p.m. Marie Caterini Choppin, LCSW-C, and Kathleen McNulty, LCSW-C, host this question-and-answer format support group for parents of challenging adolescents or young adults. Jane E. Lawton Community Center, Chevy Chase. Registration: 301-625-9102 or 301-717-1155.

September 10: Local Birth Options. 6:30 – 9 p.m. The Holistic Moms Network Arlington/Alexandria Chapter presents this discussion of natural birth alternatives. Mason Regional Library, Annandale. http://arlalexva.holisticmoms.org.

September 10-12: Used Book Sale. Friday, 9 a.m. – 7 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. & Sunday, noon – 4 p.m. Shop more than 40,000 titles, including CDs, videos and the largest collection of children's books ever. Benefits the American Association of University Women McLean Area Branch Scholarships. McLean Community Center. mcleanaauw.org.

September 11: Why Don't My Kids Listen to Me? 3 – 4:30 p.m. Learn how to increase cooperation in your family without yelling, bribing and nagging. Parent Encouragement Program, Kensington. Registration: 301-929-8824.

September 14: Caring for Others Without Losing Yourself. 2 – 4 p.m. Caring for the physical and emotional needs of family members and friends can leave you feeling overwhelmed. Learn to set limits, seek emotional support and meet your own needs while providing help for others. $$. Montgomery County Commission for Women Counseling & Career Center, Rockville. Registration: 240-777-8300.

September 16 & 23: Workshop for Parents of Deafness: Challenges of Raising Children. 7 – 8:30 p.m. Deaf parents and hearing parents who have deaf family members will share similar experiences and gain support and advice. Jewish Social Service Agency, Rockville. Registration: lkatz@jssa.org.

September 21: Divorce Legal Seminar – Overview of Child-Related Issues. 7 – 8:45 p.m. This seminar will focus on legal and physical custody, visitation, child support and health insurance benefits. $$. Montgomery County Commission for Women Counseling & Career Center, Rockville. Registration: 240-777-8300.

September 21: Why Don't My Kids Listen to Me? 7:30 – 9 p.m. Learn how to increase cooperation in your family without yelling, bribing and nagging. Temple Micah, Washington, DC. Registration: 301-929-8824.

September 22-26: TotSwap – Montgomery County. Wednesday, noon – 8 p.m., Thursday & Friday, 9 a.m. – 7 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. & Sunday, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Items include new and gently used maternity clothes, kids' clothes, shoes, books, toys, videos/DVDs, baby equipment, furniture and accessories, outdoor play equipment, sporting equipment and more. Montgomery County Fairgrounds, Gaithersburg. Totswap.net.

September 24: Outside the Box: Unusual Students – Unusual Learners. 7:30 – 9 a.m. What do we do with our children who learn in a different way? What options are open to them, and why do they learn as they do? What can a parent do when nothing seems to be working? Come find out at this seminar. Breakfast included. $$. Cortona Academy, Herndon. Registration: 703-464-0034.

September 24: Movie Screening: Race to Nowhere. 8 p.m. Watch this new documentary that exposes the silent epidemic creating unhealthy, disengaged, unprepared and stressed-out youth, then participate in a lively discussion about the film. $$. Fairhaven School, Upper Marlboro. Tickets: racetonowhere.com.

September 25: Kids Stuff Sale. 8 a.m. – noon. Items include used, seasonally appropriate kids clothes, toys and gear, maternity clothes, books, videos, Halloween costumes, furniture and more. St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, Arlington. kidsstuffsale.com.

September 29-October 3: TotSwap – Frederick County. Wednesday, noon – 8 p.m., Thursday & Friday, 9 a.m. – 7 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. & Sunday, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Items include new and gently used maternity clothes, kids' clothes, shoes, books, toys, videos/DVDs, baby equipment, furniture and accessories, outdoor play equipment, sporting equipment and more. Frederick Fairgrounds. Totswap.net.

ONGOING IN ALPHABETICAL ORDER

Affordable Therapy Available: The Family Service Center at the University of Maryland offers low-cost therapy for individuals, couples and families in the community. For more information, call 301-405-2273 or 301-405-3659.

Amigas Vecinas: A free, online group for parents in the metro DC area who are interested in raising their children bilingually (in Spanish). The group meets once a month for Spanish stories and songs in Northern Virginia. For more information or to join, visit: www.amigasvecinas.org.

At-Home-Fathers/DC Metro Dads: A network of stay-at-home fathers living in the Washington, DC, Maryland and NoVa metro area. To learn more about the weekly playgroups, monthly luncheons and unscheduled activities for dads and kids, as well as the monthly “Dads Night Out” and “Dad’s Penny Poker Night,” visit www.dcmetrodads.com. NoVa Playgroup meets each Wednesday morning at 10 a.m. in Fairfax, VA. Bowie Area Playgroup meets each Monday and Tuesday in Bowie, MD.

Attachment Parenting International-DC: A support group for parents interested in learning about or practicing attachment-style parenting meets on the third Tuesday of the month. For locations and details, visit www.attachmentparenting.org or call 202-246-5113.

Bereaved Parents of the USA PWC Chapter Support Group: A support group for all bereaved parents, siblings and grandparents suffering the loss of a child, sibling or grandchild at any age and from any cause. Meets the fourth Sunday of the month from 3-5 p.m. at the Hylton Education Center, Potomac Hospital, Woodbridge. 703-869-1363 or shelbygay@comcast.net.

Breastfeeding Mom’s Group: Thursdays 10:30 a.m. – noon. Experienced maternal-infant nurse/lactation consultant facilitates the group discussions. Complimentary parking, baby weight check, refreshments and resource information. Inova Fairfax Hospital, 703-776-MILK (6455).

Center for Adoption Support and Education (CASE): Specialized services for adopted children, their families and community. Programs in the Washington area. Visit www.adoptionsupport.org or call 301-476-8525.

Center for Adoptive Families (CAF): Seminars and support groups for children and families formed by adoption or foster/kinship care and for families with special needs. 301-422-5110 or jkelman@adoptionstogether.org.

CHADD Adult Support Group: Meets the first Monday of each month at the Silver Spring Center from 7:30-9:15 p.m. Please visit our web site at www.chadd-mc.org.

Cleveland Park Moms: A relaxed, informal group of mothers interested in providing a fun, supportive and welcoming environment for moms and their children (under age 3) to socialize. E-mail clevelandparkmoms@gmail.com.

Clubfoot Support Group: Support group for parents of children born with clubfoot. Meets the last Saturday of the month at 1 p.m. at Borders Café, Fairfax. 703-764-8023.

Community Psychiatric Clinic: Offers ongoing activities for children of elementary-high school age to improve self-esteem, peer relationships, social skills, plus workshops and groups for children dealing with separation and divorce. 301-589-2303.

Co-Parenting: Two Parents, Two Homes: Several sessions each month sponsored by Fairfax County Parenting Education Center. Class for parents who are negotiating custody, visitation and child support with a focus on the responsibilities of parenting from separate households. $$ Call for details: 703-277-2666.

Every Child Deserves a Family: Become a foster parent. Stable, loving homes are needed for boys and girls who must temporarily be separated from their families due to abuse and neglect. For more information, contact The Information Line, Montgomery County Child Welfare Service at 240-777-1664.

Fairfax County Mothers of Multiples: A support group for mothers of twins or greater, will meet at 7:30 p.m. on the first Wednesday of the month at the Ponds Community Center in Burke. 703-715-MOMS or membership@fcmom.org.

Fairfax Victim Assistance Network: Support group for parents and caretakers of a child sexually assaulted by someone outside the family. Reservations. Springfield. 703-360-7273 (TTY 703-799-8253).

Families for Russian and Ukrainian Adoption (FRUA-DC): Support group for MD/NoVA/DC families who have adopted or are considering adoption from the former Soviet Union. For more information, visit www.frua.org/dc or call 866-206-9067 x6940.

Families With Children from China (FCC): Network of support groups in the US, Canada and UK for parents who have adopted children from China. Members can enjoy newsletters, directories, family get-togethers, Chinese festivals and holiday celebrations, information meetings, playgroups, language and culture classes and parent speakers. For more information, visit http://FCCcapital.com.

Family and Home Network: A national nonprofit organization, which provides parents with support and encouragement as they nurture their children. Volunteers are sought in our Fairfax office to assist with a wide range and variety of duties. Children are always welcome. Call: 703-352-1072.

Fatherhood Matters: Taught by veteran fathers for expectant and new fathers, this group addresses adjustment issues and concerns relating to family relationships, parenting and sexuality. Scheduled based on interest at Washington Hospital Center. 202-877-6161.

Foster Parents Needed: Northern Virginia families looking to make a difference in a child’s life can consider foster parenting. Abused and neglected children need your help; we provide training, support and financial compensation, you provide the love. Orientations are taking place soon in your area. Contact Northern Virginia Family Service at 703-219-2184.

Georgetown University Research Study: Georgetown University researchers in the Laboratory on Social and Affective Neuroscience are seeking children and adolescents with behavior problems to participate in an ongoing research study. Qualified children will be paid $50/hr. for a brain scan and $10/hr. for computer testing. Your child may be eligible to participate if he or she is 10-17 years old, has had behavior problems like frequent anger, disruptiveness or aggression, and/or does not feel guilty after doing something wrong. Participation may include behavioral observation, brain imaging using MRI scans and psychological interviews. No treatment will be offered. For more information, call 202-687-6853 or e-mail kidsbehaviorstudy@georgetown.edu.

GoodKnight.org, Mothers Against Predators, USA Freedom Corps & NEA: Organizations have joined forces to protect children from abduction and assault by distributing free bilingual (English/Spanish) materials and programs. This is one of the most comprehensive, character-development abduction prevention programs available. For more information and to obtain free materials, visit www.goodknight.org or call 301-595-8989.

Higher Achievement Program (HAP): Academic and cultural enrichment program seeks caring, committed tutors for small groups of DC 5th-8th graders. Volunteers tutor one night a week and are given curriculum. 202-544-3633 or info@higherachievement.org.

Holistic Moms Network - Arlington Alexandria Chapter: Meets on the third Thursday of each month at the Arlington United Methodist Church. The group provides support and community for those interested in natural living and mindful parenting. Visit http://arlalexva.holisticmoms.org.

Holistic Moms Network – Northern Virginia Chapter: A community-building coalition for those interested in natural health and mindful parenting, offering monthly meetings, playgroups, lending libraries and more. http://home.homewebs.com/hmnnova

ICAN of Northern Virginia: Works to lower the rate of unnecessary cesareans, supports vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC), provides support for cesarean recovery and encourages positive birthing through education and advocacy. Meets on the third Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Tysons-Pimmit Regional Library, Falls Church. 703-790-8088 or meetings@icanofnova.org.

Infant Massage Workshop: Offered on the second Monday of the month from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. A hands-on instructional forum for babies and their caretakers, this class teaches proven techniques to soothe, calm and stimulate your baby and establishes healthy touch boundaries for both giver and receiver. Circle Yoga, Washington, DC. Registration: 202-686-1104.

The Jewish Social Service Agency of Metropolitan Washington: Offers a variety of support groups focusing on youth. Some programs may be insurance-reimbursable. Locations in MD: Rockville, Gaithersburg and Bethesda. In VA: Fairfax. Call: 301-990-6880.

Kidsave Weekend Miracles: Help children ages 12 and up in DC foster care find adoptive families. Become a host parent for a child who is waiting to be adopted. Even if you don't plan to adopt, you can help that child meet other people in order to find an adoptive family. Come to an orientation or an upcoming family event to learn more. Visit www.kidsave.org/wkend_mir_dc.shtml or call 202-237-7283 for details.

La Leche League: The breastfeeding support group offers help and support to mothers who are currently breastfeeding a child or anyone who plans to breastfeed. Expectant and new mothers are encouraged to attend. All moms and babies are welcome. For more information, visit www.lalecheleague.org. Local branches meet as follows:

La Tasca: Kids eat free on Saturdays, all day until 6 p.m. They’ll enjoy a children’s menu and Spanish-themed activity placemats. Watch live flamenco shows on Fridays at 8:45 p.m. and 9:20 p.m. 7th Street, NW, Washington, DC & Wilson Boulevard, Arlington, VA. Visit www.latascausa.com for more details.

Lawyers at Home: Are you a lawyer taking time off? The Lawyers at Home Forum of the Women’s Bar Association of DC provides support, networking and ideas on staying professionally involved. For more information, call 301-570-6395 or e-mail pewhitt@yahoo.com.

Leaping Kids: A mother's group where each mother has a hand in organizing and planning activities, such as weekly morning and afternoon playgroups, Mother's and Couple's Nights Out, book club, scrapbook club, wine tastings, holiday parties, family outings and more. Gaithersburg. Visit http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Leaping_Kids_of_Washington_DC for more information.

Life as a New Mom Group: Meet new moms and babies at this supportive informal discussion group. Meets the fourth Saturday of the month from 3-6 p.m. at Washington Hospital Center. 202-877-8806.

Loudoun Breast Health Network: Join the new Loudoun Breast Outreach Group, promoting breast health in Loudoun County. All Loudoun County citizens are welcome. The focus will be on support groups, outreach programs and education. Meets the third Wednesday of the month at 6 p.m. at the Landsdowne Hospital Conference Room A/B, Leesburg. For more information, contact Tammy Gray at 703-858-1729.

Loudoun Citizens for Social Justice/Loudoun Abused Women's Shelter: Providing free and confidential individual and group counseling for survivors of sexual assault/abuse and their loved ones. For more information, contact Hannah at 703-771-9020.

Loudoun County Parents Support Group: Meets some Tuesdays at the SuccessLab Learning Centers in Old Town Ashburn. Parents can come to be heard, be understood, help each other with their unique struggles and learn about the amazing qualities children with ADHD possess. The group will provide positive, practical solutions and action steps to help families affected by ADHD thrive. For more information on joining, contact Kirk Martin at 703-508-7908 or kirk1martin@aol.com.

Maryland Mom’s Circle on Yahoo Online: For stay-at-home moms and moms who work out of the home. We have a website, calendar and post-board. Members post about recipes, advice, frustrations and more. Visit http://groups.yahoo.com/group/MarylandMOMSCFmichellechad770 for more information.

Mocha Moms of Silver Spring – Support Group Meeting for Stay-at-Home and Working Moms: Meets every Wednesday from 10 a.m. – noon at the East County Community Center, Silver Spring. Meets on Friday instead of Wednesday during the last week of the month. For more information, visit http://silverspringmocha.tripod.com or e-mail mochamomssilverspring@yahoo.com.

MOMS Clubs: A national support group for mothers who primarily stay at home with their children, including those who have home-based businesses or work part-time but are home with their children during the day. The group offers a wide range of activities, including special programs for mothers, playgroups for children, a monthly Moms Night Out and get-togethers for the whole family. For more information, visit www.momsclub.org. Local branches meet as follows:

Moms, Inc.: Support group for moms who have a home-based business or those who wish to start one. Meets the second Tuesday of every month at 10 a.m. at Linden-Linthicum United Methodist Church, Clarksville, MD. Call Daniel Nancy at 410-795-8390.

Moms, Inc. of Silver Spring: Support group for moms who have a home-based business or those who wish to start one. Meets the third Wednesday of every month at 10 a.m. at Dream Dinners, Silver Spring, MD. Visit momsincss.blogspot.com or e-mail NancyJDaniel@comcast.net.

MONA (Mothers of North Arlington): A supportive environment for mothers who primarily stay at home with their children, including those who have home-based businesses. The group will meet on the second Thursday of the month at 10 a.m. at the Cherrydale United Methodist Church. For more information or to join this group, visit www.monamoms.org or e-mail monamembership@gmail.com.

Moore than Yoga: Classes include prenatal yoga, postpartum yoga, infant massage and children's yoga. $$ Bethel United Church of Christ, Arlington. Visit www.moorethanyoga.com or call 703-671-2435.

MOPS – Mothers of Preschoolers: Will meet the second and fourth Wednesday of the month at 9:30 a.m. at the Derwood Bible Church. Pregnant women and women with kindergartners are welcome. Call 301-948-5440 or visit www.mops.org.

Mother and Baby Matters, Inc.: Offers prenatal breastfeeding class, class for mothers returning to work, a support group for mothers and their babies and other services. Call 703-787-4007 or visit motherandbabymatters.com.

Mothers First: Support group for women making the transition from careers to at-home motherhood. Activities include lectures, field trips, moms-night-out, etc. For more information, call 703-827-5922 or visit www.mothersfirst.org. Local branches meet as follows, information subject to change:

Mothers At Home: National nonprofit supporting mothers choosing to forego or decrease paid employment. Monthly journal, books and more. Visit www.FamilyandHome.org or call 1-800-783-4666 for a free information packet.

Mothers & More of Northern Virginia: A support organization for women who have altered their career paths to care for their young children at home. General meetings are held on the first Thursday of each month at Fairfax High School at 7:30 p.m. 866-716-7766 or novamoms@yahoo.com.

Mothers/Parents Circle: The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington and the Jewish Outreach Institute are offering this program of free educationalevents and resources for parents raising Jewish children within the context of intermarriage or a committed relationship. The program, which focuses on Jewish rituals, ethics and the creation of a Jewish home, includes regular meetings, group Shabbat and holiday observances. For more information on joining, visit www.shalomdc.org.

National Alliance for the Mentally Ill of Virginia (NAMI VA): Offers information, referrals, education and advocacy for children and families affected by serious mental illness. Free newsletter. 804-285-8264.

New & Expectant Mothers Support Group: Are you feeling overwhelmed, sad, anxious or irritable? Meet other moms who understand the struggle, and find out how things can get better. Meets the second and fourth Thursday of the month at 10 a.m. at the Fairfax County YMCA in Reston. Sponsored by Postpartum Support Virginia. Visit www.postpartumva.org, call 703-863-3601 or e-mail eBecca@live.com for more information.

New Mom Support Group: Meets weekly in Tenleytown, Washington, D.C., 10:30 a.m. – noon. Explore your changing self as you grow as a parent, nurture yourself as a key part of parenting and develop relationships with other new mothers. $$. Contact Allison Fellowes Comly for information: 202-841-3697 or fellowescomly@excite.com.

New Moms Support Group: Meets weekly in Friendship Heights 7:30 – 9 p.m. Contact Jennifer Kogan for information: 202-215-2790 or www.jenniferkogan.com.

NOVA CHADD Support Groups: For parents of children with AD/HD. For more information, call 703-641-5451 or visit www.novachadd.org. Local branches meet as follows:

Northern VA Psychotherapy Associates, Herndon: Kathi Whitten, LSCW. Discussion groups about parenting and step-parenting. 703-742-6043 or www.novapsych.com.

Oakley Cabin Needs Volunteers: Montgomery County’s only African-American historic house museum is looking for volunteers interested in African-American history to be guides at Oakley Cabin in Brookeville, Md. Individuals over age 14 and families are urged to apply. Call or e-mail Susan Soderberg for details: 301-563-3405 or susan.soderberg@mncppc-mc.org.

Outreach Program for Children with Gender Variant Traits and Their Families: Monthly parenting support group sponsored by Children’s National Medical Center to help parents of children with gender-variant behaviors by affirming their uniqueness. For more information, call 202-884-2504 or e-mail pgroup@cnmc.org.

PACE (Parent and Community Education): Providing educational support groups around Montgomery County, Washington, D.C. and Northern Virginia for new and second time around moms since 1973. Contact pace.registrar@gmail.com or visit www.pacemoms.org for more information.

The Parent Encouragement Program: Parenting classes for parents of children from birth through the teen years and specialty classes and workshops for parents and professionals, couples and families. Speakers available. Locations in MD and VA. 301-929-8824.

Parent/Toddler Class at Temple Micah: Friday mornings, 10 – 11:30 a.m. beginning in the fall. For children ages 18 months to 3 years. The class will be led by an experienced teacher who will facilitate free play, arts and crafts projects, circle time and snack with a brief parent discussion. Children will be exposed to Jewish topics. Temple Micah, Washington, D.C. For information or to register for 12-week sessions, visit www.templemicah.org or e-mail Debby Cooper at cooperdeb@aol.com.

PFLAG: Support groups led by trained facilitators in an effort to help families heal and stay together. Confidentiality is maintained. 301-439-3524, 202-638-3852 or www.PFLAGDC.org.

Post-Adoption Support Group: Share and explore issues related to relinquishment, search, reunion and the lifelong effects of adoption. All Triad members invited. Bethesda. For more information, call 202-298-1011 or e-mail dcmetrocub@aol.com.

Postpartum Depression Support Groups: Free peer-led support groups available for mothers suffering from postpartum depression and other postpartum mood disorders. Led by women who have survived postpartum depression and are a source of support and encouragement for women currently suffering from it. Group leaders are available for telephone support and can provide information about mental health professionals who have experience treating women with postpartum mood disorders.

Preemies Today: A preemie parent support group in Northern VA, MD and DC. Member benefits include parent support, online support, family gatherings, educational seminars and more. Visit www.preemiestoday.org or call 888-712-3208.

Prince William County Area Single Parents: A group for single parents who are “outside of the Beltway” with varied events in locations more convenient to the areas in which we reside. A friendly, laid-back, nonjudgmental, accepting, positive, supportive community close to home for single parents who wish to get out with or without their kids and have fun with others who understand their unique situation. Visit http://singleparents.meetup.com/542 for more information.

Prince William County Park Authority Seeks Volunteers: The First Tee of Prince William County is seeking qualified volunteers to help teach curriculum classes and mentor youth at the Lake Ridge Park Golf & Marina, Forest Greens Golf Club, General’s Ridge Golf Course and Prince William Golf Course. No golf experience necessary. For more information and to apply, e-mail Jenny Vogt at jvogt@pwcparks.org.

Rainbow Families DC: A social and support network for DC-area lesbian and gay parents. Sign up for list-serves, get information about events, share resources and more. For more information, visit www.rainbowfamiliesdc.org.

Shady Grove Adventist Hospital: Childbirth, parent education, sibling and grandparent and exercise classes. 301-279-6000.

ShalomBaby: ShalomBaby is a program that welcomes any Jewish baby born or adopted within the past year to the Washington Jewish community, providing home delivery of ShalomBaby bags, goodies and information for new parents, a listserv to facilitate information sharing and more. To receive a ShalomBaby gift bag, call 301-348-7313. ShalomBaby Welcome Ambassadors are also needed. For more information on becoming a Welcome Ambassador, call 1-888-246-1818.

Silver Diner Kids Appreciation Night: Tuesdays, 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. A night just for kids with activities, music and great food. Appropriate for ages 1-12, no registration is required. Silver Diner, Springfield. Call 703-924-1701 or visit www.silverdiner.com for a complete listing of activities.

Social Skills/Therapy Groups: Children with ADHD or other challenges learn appropriate social behaviors in interacting, listening, sharing, problem solving, self-control, handling teasing, dealing with emotions and making friends. Call 301-816-2633 for information on age/gender specific groups and registration.

Special Needs Northern Virginia BBYO: Chapter now forming for Jewish teens ages 13 – 22 (if in school) with mild to moderate disabilities who can communicate basic wants and needs and have appropriate self-care abilities. The teens participate in a variety of activities with their own group and other BBYO chapters. Contact sharilynne17@hotmail.com.

Students with Learning Disabilities: Envision Technology offers demos of Kurzweil 3000 software program for students with learning and reading difficulties. 301-654-3568.

Study of Language and Social Skills: The National Institute of Mental Health invites parents of children ages 12 months to 6 years, 11 months to call about a study related to children with autism. The study is not only recruiting children with autism, but also healthy children and those with social skills or language problems. For details please call 301-435-7962 or email NIMH-ASD@mail.nih.gov. National Institutes of Health, DHHS.

Trans-PARENTING: Offers parents an opportunity to shift their attention from the personal aspects of divorce or separation to the needs of their children. Class locations are within Prince William Co., Fairfax Co. and Springfield, VA. For more information and to register, call 703-219-2198.

Treatment and Learning Centers: Offers workshops for professionals working with children, toddler-elementary age. Rockville. 301-424-5200 or jgraves-wright@ttlc.org.

University of Maryland Research Study: How do children remember? Children 3-6 years old are needed for study on memory and brain development. Children will be asked to complete memory games/activities. During some games, we may even record their brain activity. This is very safe, and you may remain with your child at all times. We offer weekday and weekend appointments. Depending on the study your child is eligible for, you would either come in for 1 or 2 visits. This study will be held at the University of Maryland, College Park Department of Psychology. Your participation would help us learn more about how memory develops. Your child will receive a small gift and a certificate for completion of the study. If you have any questions or would like to participate, please contact the Neurocognitive Development Lab at MarylandNCDL@gmail.com or 301-405-5922.

Vaccine Information and Action in Maryland (VIAM): Support and educational activities forming. 301-897-8962.

Volunteers Needed for Fairfax County Victim Assistance Network (VAN): Thought about making a difference in your community? Something you can do in your home? VAN will train caring individuals to volunteer on its sexual assault and domestic abuse crisis hotline. Bilingual and bicultural volunteers are welcome. For more information on training sessions, call 703-360-7273.

Volunteers Needed for JSSA’s Transitions and Hospice Programs: The Jewish Social Service Agency is seeking adult volunteers to help provide an enhanced quality of life to individuals with life-threatening or terminal illness and their families. Highly specialized training is offered. For more information about training and responsibilities, call Amy Kaufman Goott at 301-816-2650.

Weight Loss Study for Overweight Teens: The National Institute for Child Health and Human Development invites parents with overweight teens, ages 12-17, who can attend weekly meetings, to enroll them in a study of new weight-loss medication, already FDA-approved for adults. For details, call 1-800-411-1222.

You're Never Alone: It Takes a Village: Parent Support Group for Parents Raising Challenging Teens: A monthly support group for parents who are parenting teens with serious behavioral and emotional challenges. Meets the first Wednesday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Center for Adoption Support and Education, Burtonsville. $$. Free for families who have adopted through Montgomery County Health and Human Services. To register, call 301-476-8525.