Here are some of the essential resources available to Columbia Town Center residents.
One of the lovely benefits of living in a close-knit community is that everyone comes together to ensure their neighbor’s well-being. Columbia Town Center provides residents access to a variety of programs and services for their health and wellness. Whether you’re single or a family of four, there are resources in and around the neighborhood you can benefit from. Here are some of the essential resources available to Town Center residents.
Family Home Start Program
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball announced the launch of a new transformative housing assistance program, the Family Home Start Program, with Bridges to Housing Stability. Targeted toward students experiencing homelessness, the Family Home Start Program provides housing assistance. It creates pathways to stable housing for families through a security deposit guarantee, a first month’s rental subsidy, housing search resources, and case management support.
You can find more information on the program here.
Free Family Classes
Howard County DrugFree’s Guiding Good Choices parenting classes equip parents, guardians, and grandparents with the knowledge and skills to build stronger family bonds and reduce the risk of their children engaging in dangerous behaviors, including using drugs and alcohol. The program offers free online classes on Tuesdays from March 12th to April 16th. Register here.
HC DrugFree’s Teen Advisory Council also hosts the Bridging the Gap between Middle and High School Program, where middle or high school students can hear teen-created mini TED Talks and more. Register here.
Howard County Resource Guide On Aging & Independence
The Office of Aging and Independence’s annual Howard County Resource Guide contains up-to-date information about health and wellness, financial planning, legal services, housing options, and more to help county residents age well and plan for their future. You can find OAI’s 2024 Howard County Resource Guide online, with hard copies soon to be available at its 50+ Centers and Howard County Library System branches.
Senior Call Check Program
Maryland is the first state in the country to start a free, automated telephone service to check in on Maryland’s older residents all across the state. Available for those 65 years and older.
Give your family, friends, and yourself the peace of mind knowing someone will check on you. Click here to find out more and to register.
Art Summer Camps
Summer will be here before you know it – get a jump on those summer activities and register today! Camps are open to students entering grades K–7. Full- or half-day sessions and morning and afternoon extended care are available. Camp registration is available online at hocoarts.org/camp or by phone at 410-313-2787.
THRIVE AT COLUMBIA TOWN CENTER
Town Center is one of the ten villages of Columbia, Maryland. Our Village offices are located in Historic Oakland, one of the most beautiful historic buildings in Howard County. In the heart of Columbia, Town Center’s residents enjoy living in an urban community in a suburban setting with close proximity to all Columbia amenities, attractions, and cultural activities. Visit us to learn more about our community at 5430 Vantage Point Road, Columbia, MD 21044. Call us at 410-730-4744 or visit our website https://www.columbiatowncenter.org/