Sidney Kramer Upcounty Regional Services Center
About the Center
The Sidney Kramer Upcounty Regional Services Center
(SKURSC) is one of five MontgomeryCounty outreach offices. The Upcounty Center is the largest
of the five centers with 100,000 sq. ft. of space, and 11 agencies (see "Services at the Center"
for a complete listing). It provides services for citizens and businesses of northern Montgomery
County.
The Center's service area is the largest of the five centers with 250 sq. miles or one-half of the
County's land area. The Center's service population is approximately 300,000 people in several
communities including Gaithersburg, Germantown, Clarksburg, Damascus, Goshen, Laytonsville,
Derwood, North Potomac, Darnestown, Boyds, Montgomery Village, Barnesville, Dickerson,
Poolesville, Washington Grove, Beallsville, Hyattstown and Tobytown.
The Sidney Kramer Upcounty Regional Services Center is a full-service center with something for
everyone in the community such as health and human service agencies, a workforce
development office, the County's Volunteer Center, a day care center, and regional offices of the
Montgomery County Public Schools. Approximately 2,000 people a day visit the Center. The
Center also averages 150 meetings per month in its four meeting rooms that are available for
public use. The Center is open five days a week, Monday through Thursday from 7:45 a.m. until
9:00 p.m. and Friday from 7:45 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.
http://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/upcounty/about.html
Parent Programs and Workshops
Parent Academy MCPS
NOVEMBER WORKSHOPS
Effective Parent-Teacher Conferences at the Secondary Level
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 5 7:00-8:30 P.M.
Parent-teacher conferences are an important component of ongoing home-school
communication and family engagement. Come learn tips and strategies to prepare for an
effective parent-teacher conference. Recommended for parents of middle school and high
school students.
Redland Middle School, 6505 Muncaster Mill Road, Rockville 20855
Korean Parent Workshop: The Special Education Process (Presented in Korean)
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 5 6:30-8:30 P.M.
Please join staff from the MCPS Office of Community Engagement and Partnerships and
the Division of ESOL/ Bilingual Programs for a workshop about the special education
process. Parents will also receive helpful information about navigating the school system
and supporting student learning.
Carver Educational Services Center, 850 Hungerford Dr., Room 50, Rockville 20850
Communicating with Teens
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 9 7:00-8:30 P.M.
Is it difficult to interact with your teen? Family Services, Inc. will present the tools you need
to improve communication. Learn how to strengthen and enhance family communication,
and explore techniques to establish age appropriate expectations for behavior and
consequences.
Eastern Middle School, 300 University Blvd. East, Silver Spring 20901
Cybersafety and Social Media
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 16 7:00-8:30 P.M.
Learn about common websites and applications used by children and safety issues related
to computer and cell phone use. In addition, hear strategies for monitoring the use of social
media in your household. Presented in collaboration with the Montgomery County State’s
Attorney’s Office and the Montgomery County Police Department.
Robert Frost Middle School, 9201 Scott Dr., Rockville 20850
Consequences that Work
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 18 7:00-8:30 P.M.
This workshop is designed for all parents who wonder if their consequences are teaching
their kids valuable life lessons or if they are creating more conflict and tension. Topics
addressed will focus on creating family structure, developing logical consequences, and
fostering your children's sense of personal responsibility. Facilitated by a family therapist.
Watkins Mill Elementary School, 19001 Watkins Mill Rd., Montgomery Village 20886
The Clock is Ticking…Create a Successful Path from High School to College
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 19 7:00-8:30 P.M.
Is your child college ready? Come and learn useful tips and strategies that will help you and
your child prepare for college. In this workshop, parents and their high school students will
learn the importance of establishing a four year-high school plan to prepare for college, hear
the do’s and don’ts of college essay writing, and learn the key differences between the SAT
and ACT. Facilitated by BREAKTHROUGH Test Prep, Education in Action, and Advanced
Placements.
Rockville High School, 2100 Baltimore Rd., Rockville 20851
Get More From Your Library – We’ll Show You How
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 19 7:00-8:30 P.M.
GoKits and Wifi and e-books, oh my! Come visit your local library for a peek into how to
access your favorite books, movies, music, and more. Learn how to encourage your
children to start reading, learn a new language, or access free books and music through a
digital device. Find out about our book discussions, storytimes, and even hands-on STEM
programs. Even if you visit the library weekly or have never visited, this is the perfect time to
learn about everything your family can do with the library. Presented by Montgomery
County Public Libraries’ Outreach Staff.
Germantown Public Library, 19840 Century Boulevard, Germantown 20874
Preventing and Reacting Responsibly to Child Abuse and Neglect
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 23 7:00-8:30 P.M.
Effective early intervention is essential to ensuring that an abused child or adolescent
develops into a healthy and productive adult. During this workshop, learn early identification
signs of child abuse and neglect, evidence-based treatment practices and skills to prevent,
recognize and react responsibly to child maltreatment. Facilitated by MCPS staff.
Ridgeview Middle School, 16600 Raven Rock Dr., Gaithersburg 20878
Developing Study Skills for Students with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
(ADHD)
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 30 7:00-8:30 P.M.
For some kids studying comes easy, but for many it can be quite a struggle - especially if
they are prone to getting distracted or feel unmotivated. In this workshop, parents will
explore effective strategies to build solid study habits. Executive functioning skills, skills that
our children use to keep track of time, stay organized and finish projects, will also be
discussed. Facilitated by Children and Adults with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
(CHADD).
Tilden Middle School, 11211 Old Georgetown Road, Rockville 20850
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DECEMBER WORKSHOPS
Raising Your Child’s Self-Esteem
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 2 7:00-8:30 P.M.
Do you ever wonder how to raise confident kids? During this workshop, you will learn
specific techniques to connect and communicate with your child. Your child's self-esteem
can be encouraged through some simple and easy interactions that will make a difference
in how they view themselves. This workshop will be presented by a family therapist.
Burnt Mills Elementary School, 11211 Childs St., Silver Spring 20901
Korean Parent Workshop: Curriculum 2.0–Reading, Math and STEM (Presented in
Korean)
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 10 6:30-8:30 P.M.
Join us to hear about the MCPS curriculum. Parents will also receive helpful information
about navigating the school system and supporting student learning. Facilitated by MCPS
staff from the Office of Community Engagement and Partnerships and the Division of ESOL/
Bilingual Programs.
Herbert Hoover Middle School, 8810 Post Oak Rd., Potomac 20854
http://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/departments/parentacademy/workshops.aspx
PARENTING WORKSHOPS
Fall & Winter Workshop Schedule
Thursday, October 1- YFS
"Redirecting The 4 Goals of Children's Misbehavior"
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Location: YMCA Ayrlawn Program
Center
5650 Oakmont Avenue Bethesda, MD 20817
Map & Directions
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Parent
Consultations
Time: 7:00-8:30pm
Meet with one of our
program staff for
3 to 6 one-hour sessions to
address routine child
guidance concerns
Wednesday, October 7- MCPS Parent Academy
"Homework Hassles:Encouraging Student Responsibility"
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Location: Takoma Park Middle School
Piney Branch Rd, Silver Spring, MD 20910
7611
Map &
Directions
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Time: 7:00-8:30pm
For more information
contact:
301-593-1160 ext. 221
or
[email protected]
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Wednesday,October 21- MCPS Parent Academy
"Mastering Encouragement"
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Location: Briggs Chaney Middle School
1901 Rainbow Dr, Silver Spring, MD 20905
Directions
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Map &
Time: 7:00-8:30pm
Give your family an
opportunity to
Thursday, November 5- YFS
"Alternatives to Threats & Bribes"
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Location: YMCA Ayrlawn Program
Center
5650 Oakmont Avenue Bethesda, MD 20817
Map & Directions
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Time: 7:00-8:30pm
Thursday, December 3- YFS
"Family Meetings: Training Children for Life"
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LAUGH
PLAY
CONNECT
For more information
contact: Ana Lilia Solis at
301-593-1160 ext. 223
*Spanish/English
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Location: YMCA Ayrlawn Program
Center 5650 Oakmont Avenue Bethesda, MD 20817
Map & Directions
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Time: 7:00-8:30pm
The Y provides
parenting
workshops/classes
upon request
Contact: 301-593-1160
ext. 221or
emailparenting@ymcadc.
org
Parenting Teens 7 Week Class
(Designed for Parents of Middle School Students)
Location: Francis Scott Key Middle School, 910 Schindler Dr
Silver Spring, MD 20903
Map & Directions
Time: 7:00-8:30pm
Week 1: Tuesday, October 6- Introduction/Understanding Adolescent
Behavior
Week 2: Tuesday, October 13- The Four Goals of Misbehavior
Week 3: Tuesday, October 20- Encouragement vs.Praise
Week 4: Tuesday, October 27- Communication Skills
Week 5: Tuesday, November 3- Logical Consequences
Week 6: Tuesday, November 10- Applying the Concepts
Week 7: Tuesday, November 17- Parent-Teen Circle
Contact Rob Guttenberg to Register:
301-593-1160 ext.221 or email [email protected]
CONTACT
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Family Services, Inc.
610 East Diamond Ave.
Suite 100
Gaithersburg, MD20877
(301) 840-2000
http://www.fs-inc.org/services
School-Based Services
YOUTH MENTORING
Through the provision of mentoring and academic supports at Gaithersburg Middle School, Youth Mentoring
@ Community-Based Youth Services helps young men find the discipline and confidence to make safe and
positive life choices.
LINKAGES TO LEARNING (LTL)
A comprehensive arrary of school-based mental health services is provided in five elementary and two middle
schools in Montgomery County. Services include individual, family and group therapy; psychiatric assessment
and intervention; case management; and, prevention/early intervention services.
REGIONAL YOUTH SERVICE CENTERS
Prevention and early intervention youth and family services are offered in the upper areas of Montgomery
County providing evidence-based services to strengthen individual and family resiliency through our "Youth
Service Bureaus" and centers.
Community Support Services
HOUSING COUNSELOR
Relocation and renter assistance and help in applying for county rental subsidy programs, eviction prevention,
money/debt management, and other services, are provided for Gaithersburg residents.
CAFE MONTGOMERY MD
The Coalition for the Advancement of Financial Education promotes high quality financial education for
county residents by providing the tools for making informed decisions about saving, spending, borrowing, and
managing credit.
FINANCIAL WELLNESS
FSI and the Maryland CASH (Creating Assets, Savings, and Hope) Academy Program offers free financial
education workshops in English and Spanish within the Gaithersburg community.
HEALTH CONNECTOR PROGRAM - AFFORDABLE CARE ACT
Working with Montgomery and Prince George's County officials and other connector entities, recruitment and
enrollment under the Affordable Care Act is provided for the Maryland Health Benefit Exchange as well as
expanded Maryland Medicaid.
NEIGHBORHOOD OPPORTUNITY NETWORK
In partnership with Montgomery County and other nonprofits, the "NON" located on the FSI Nonprofit Village
Campus in Gaithersburg provides assistance for emergency services—utilities, rent, food, health care, legal
matters, foreclosure prevention, free financial literacy workshops, and workforce development.
SUPPORT CENTER
A medical day program is provided, serving Montgomery County adults, many of whom are senior citizens
with health problems—physical and/or psychiatric—often with cognitive and intellectual impairment.
CREATIVE FAMILY PROJECTS, LLC
Creative Family Projects identifies problems and provides solutions by synthesizing information from
organizations, institutions and corporations into booklets and training modules for the benefit of children,
youth and families.
HOUSING INITIATIVE PROGRAM
The Housing Initiative Program (HIP) is designed to reduce the incidence of homelessness in Montgomery
County by providing permanent supportive housing.
Mental Health Services
HEALTH INTEGRATION PROJECT (HIP)
A four-year federal demonstration project funded by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services
Administration brings primary health care services on site at FSI's Gaithersburg Mental Health Center for ease
of access and enhanced coordination and integration of care.
OUTPATIENT MENTAL HEALTH CENTER
A comprehensive, community mental health center located on the FSI Gaithersburg Nonprofit Village campus
offers a full range of psychiatric assessment and treatment services.
MONTGOMERY STATION
A community, recovery-focused psychiatric rehabilitation program serving adults in Montgomery County with
mental illness—services include a day program, residential rehabilitation, a mental health vocational program,
and support for independent living. Four HUD, Section 811 projects are operated.
INDEPENDENCE PROGRAM
A community, recovery-focused psychiatric rehabilitation program serving adults in Prince George's County
with mental illness—services include residential rehabilitation, a mental health vocational program, and
support for independent living. Three HUD, Section 811 projects are operated.
TRACKS
A community, recovery-focused psychiatric rehabilitation program serving transitional age youth (18-24) in
Montgomery County with mental illness is provided. Services include a day program, residential rehabilitation,
a mental health vocational program, and support for independent living.
CARELINK TRANSITIONS
Partnering with area hospitals in the wider Maryland metropolitan region, services are geared toward
preventing unnecessary hospital readmissions for patients through case management and coordinated care.
HEALTH HOME
Provides certified care specialists, registered nurses, entitlements specialists and other healthcare professionals
to help manage your overall health and wellness. Health Home provides a unique opportunity to combine
health and mental health care, addressing behavioral, physical and social needs.
ONTRACK MARYLAND
Specialized programs for the early identification, evaluation, and treatment of adolescents and young adults
who have started experiencing certain troubling thoughts and/or experiences, or exhibiting changes in
behavior.
Substance Abuse Services
STEP AHEAD
This satellite clinic in Germantown offers an array of integrated behavioral health services designed for adults,
youth, and families with primary and co-occurring substance use problems. In addition, Step Ahead offers
unique counseling for Veterans and their families with a particular focus on Trauma, PTSD and Substance
Abuse.
THE LANDING
An adolescent recovery club house located in Gaithersburg providing recovery support and related services to
youth who are currently in substance abuse treatment or those recently discharged from tre
MONTGOMERY STATION
A community, recovery-focused psychiatric rehabilitation program serving adults in Montgomery County with
mental illness—services include a day program, residential rehabilitation, a mental health vocational program,
and support for independent living. Four HUD, Section 811 projects are operated.
INDEPENDENCE PROGRAM
A community, recovery-focused psychiatric rehabilitation program serving adults in Prince George's County
with mental illness—services include residential rehabilitation, a mental health vocational program, and
support for independent living. Three HUD, Section 811 projects are operated.
TRACKS
A community, recovery-focused psychiatric rehabilitation program serving transitional age youth (18-24) in
Montgomery County with mental illness is provided. Services include a day program, residential rehabilitation,
a mental health vocational program, and support for independent living.
CARELINK TRANSITIONS
Partnering with area hospitals in the wider Maryland metropolitan region, services are geared toward
preventing unnecessary hospital readmissions for patients through case management and coordinated care.
HEALTH HOME
Provides certified care specialists, registered nurses, entitlements specialists and other healthcare professionals
to help manage your overall health and wellness. Health Home provides a unique opportunity to combine
health and mental health care, addressing behavioral, physical and social needs.
ONTRACK MARYLAND
Specialized programs for the early identification, evaluation, and treatment of adolescents and young adults
who have started experiencing certain troubling thoughts and/or experiences, or exhibiting changes in
behavior.
Substance Abuse Services
STEP AHEAD
This satellite clinic in Germantown offers an array of integrated behavioral health services designed for adults,
youth, and families with primary and co-occurring substance use problems. In addition, Step Ahead offers
unique counseling for Veterans and their families with a particular focus on Trauma, PTSD and Substance
Abuse.
THE LANDING
An adolescent recovery club house located in Gaithersburg providing recovery support and related services to
youth who are currently in substance abuse treatment or those recently discharged from treatment.