Healthy Washington County

Open House at Fort Ritchie Community Center
2025-09-27 09:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Fort Ritchie Community Center, 14421 Lake Royer Drive, Cascade, MD, United States
Come and enjoy many of our group fitness classes in 15-minute demos. All participants are entered into a raffle for prizes from FRCC.
This is a FREE event and a great way to test out classes you may be interested in.
Click here to register for the Open House Event or call us at 301-241-5085.

Free Walking Group at Fort Ritchie Community Center
2025-09-27 08:20 - 08:50, 2025-09-20 08:20 - 08:50 | Fort Ritchie Community Center, 14421 Lake Royer Drive, Cascade, MD, United States
Our walking group is a time to get your steps in before our facility opens. Walk with friends/jog/or run the mile loop with us on Saturdays at 8:20 am. It’s a time to get healthy and create bonds with others who enjoy the outdoors.
The only date we may have to cancel due to weather is October 18th due to our Fall Craft Bazaar in the gym. All other walks will happen outdoors, or in our gymnasium if weather is not the greatest.
We will meet by the Butterfly Monument outside our facility on outdoor days. Be sure to pre-register so our lead Walker knows how many to expect!
Pre-register: Walking Club Steppin’ Saturdays

Free Chair Fit Class at Fort Ritchie Community Center
2025-09-25 10:00 - 10:30, 2025-09-18 10:00 - 10:30, 2025-09-11 10:00 - 10:30 | Fort Ritchie Community Center, 14421 Lake Royer Drive, Cascade, MD, United States
Chair exercises improve mobility by increasing blood flow and lubricating your joints. Whether you’re recovering from an illness or you’re more permanently mobility impaired, chair exercises can help you stay active safely.
Pre-register for Chair Fit
We reserve the right to cancel class if at least 5 participants have not pre-registered. Classes may be held outside if weather permits.

Rural Health Transformation Program Listening Session
2025-09-24 17:00 - 18:30 | Washington County Health Department Behavioral Health, 925 N Burhans Blvd, Hagerstown, MD, 21742, United States
The Maryland Department of Health and the Washington County Health Department are seeking concepts and approaches that can help transform rural health in Maryland.

Learn more about the new Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) program: the Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP).
Provide input that will help inform MDH’s proposal to the RHTP for funding.

Join us:
Wednesday, September 24, 2025 at 5:00 p.m.
In-person: at the WCHD Behavioral Health Services Building, 925 N. Burhans Blvd, Hagerstown
Or virtually: by joining bit.ly/washco-rhtp
If you need accommodations for either the in-person or virtual meeting please reach out to danielle.stahl@maryland.gov

If you are unable to attend the Listening Session, you can use the request for information form available at bit.ly/MdRuralHealth-Input. This request for information is for planning and information-gathering purposes and will be open until September 30, 2025. Please note, no contracts or grants will be awarded on the basis of the answers given during the listening session or on this survey. A formal request for proposals or grant application process may follow at a later date.

Walking 2 Wellness
2025-09-24 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-09-17 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-09-10 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-09-03 12:00 - 13:00 | Hagerstown Community College ARCC (Athletic, Recreation and Community Center), 20175 Scholar Dr., Hagerstown, MD, 21740, United States
Weekly Walking Club Every Wednesday at Noon
Lace up your sneakers, make your way to the Hagerstown Community College ARCC to do something great for your physical and emotional health!

– Adults of all ages gather weekly
– Hear from a health care expert or inspirational speaker
– And then go for a one-mile walk at their own pace on the indoor track.

Free Barre & Sculpt Class
2025-09-23 18:00 - 19:00, 2025-09-09 18:00 - 19:00 | Fort Ritchie Community Center, 14421 Lake Royer Drive, Cascade, MD, United States
Barre and Sculpt is a low-impact combo class for all levels that will give you the perfect mix of barre (ballet-inspired, but NOT a dance class) and lean muscle sculpt similar to Pilates. This workout focuses on high repetitions and small, isometric movements using tools like light hand weights, the mini ball, mini bands, and very often, just your bodyweight. The motivating playlists will push you to get lower and dig deeper in small movements that bring on the “shake” + large movements that increase your power. You’ll walk out of class feeling stronger, toned, definitely sweaty, and accomplished.
Click here to register for Barre & Sculpt class or call 301-241-5085.

Free Head to Toe Flexibility Class
2025-09-16 18:00 - 19:00 | Fort Ritchie Community Center, 14421 Lake Royer Drive, Cascade, MD, United States
Attendees will learn various concepts and practices to increase muscle flexibility and range of motion. Active, static, myofascial release/compression, use of tools, and relaxation techniques will be instructed to allow students to discover which concept best fits their needs.
Register for Head to Toe Flex or call 301-241-5085.
We reserve the right to cancel class if at least 5 participants have not pre-registered.
Classes will be canceled one and a half hours before class if 5 participants are not pre-registered.

Zion Reformed Community Resource Fair
2025-09-09 15:00 - 17:00 | Zion Reformed UCC, 201 N Potomac Street, Hagerstown, MD, 21742, United States
Join Zion Reformed United Church of Christ and the Washington County Health Department for a Community Resource Fair to provide valuable information and resources for you and your family!
Tote bags, light snacks and bottled water will be provided to a limited number of attendees.
Community Vendors include:

American Red Cross of Greater Shenandoah Valley
BrightLife Enhancement Services
CASA Inc.
CareFirst CHPMD
Family Healthcare of Hagerstown
Infinite Legacy
Maryland Dept of Juvenile Services
Maryland Dept of Social Services
Maryland Physicians Care
Mental Health Association/988
The Mental Health Center of Western Maryland
Meritus Health
Potomac Community Services
QCI Behavioral Health
University of Maryland Extension
Washington County Child Advocacy Center-Safe Place
Washington County Commission on Aging
Washington County Health Department
Washington County Human Trafficking Regional Navigator

Zion Reformed Community Resource Fair Flyer

Annual Re-Entry Resource Day
2025-08-08 11:00 - 14:00 | OCA & Soul Haven, 119-121 East Antietam Street, Hagerstown, MD, 21742, United States
Office of Consumer Advocates and Soul Haven WRC welcomes you to join us for resources on housing, employment, expungement, mental health services and more.
Free: walking tacos, drinks, prizes, community partner prize, door prizes, and games
Participating Partners: Fedex Ground, Grace House, DSS/DHS, Literacy Council, Western MD Counseling Center, Heavy Metal Playground, Gate Keepers, Accomplish Recovery Center, Survival Recovery, Tru North, United Way, and many more!

OCA Reentry Resource Event 8.08.25

Fun Run/Walk at the Fort
2025-05-17 08:30 - 10:00 | MD
All Ages Can Lace Up for Fun and Fitness at the Fort to Support Rural Health in Your Community!
1-Mile | 2-Miles | 5K

$10/participant | early registration

Free for 6 years of age & under

Parent/Guardian must be present with participant(s) under age 13 at all times during the event.

$15/participant day of registration

Participant Info:

Furry Friends & Strollers Welcome!

Participant Medals & Dog Bandanas will be available!
Pets must be on a leash at all times. Pet owners are responsible for their pets during the event, including removing waste from roadways/grass.

Purchase a Commemorative T-shirt for $15

T-shirts are guaranteed for registration/purchase through May 1

The course will be open to traffic during the event

Açaí for Me Food Truck will be on site for customizable Açaí bowls!

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Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP) Online Class
2025-05-01 19:00 - 19:30, 2025-04-24 19:00 - 19:30, 2025-04-17 19:00 - 19:30, 2025-04-10 19:00 - 19:30, 2025-04-03 19:00 - 19:30, 2025-03-27 19:00 - 19:30, 2025-03-20 19:00 - 19:30, 2025-03-13 19:00 - 19:30 and 5 more dates | MD
Invest your time in the online National Diabetes Prevention Program course
Weekly videos and support from a lifestyle coach and group members for the first 4 months, followed by several months of continued learning. No cost for participants. Topics include everything from meal prep and portions to exercise goals, grocery shopping, sleep schedules and mindful eating.
Register for the introductory session at 240-313-3302.
