Healthy Charles County

Healthy Charles County Health tips, safe group walking opportunities, and announcements for free classes and services

The Partnerships for a Healthier Charles County (PHCC) serves as Charles County's Local Health Improvement Coalition. The MISSION of the Partnerships for a Healthier Charles County is to serve as a community health network and forum for collaboration to identify and address the health needs of our community. The VISION of the Partnerships for a Healthier County is to improve the health and quality

of life for all Charles County citizens with the goal of increasing life expectancy across all racial and ethnic groups. Executive leadership of the PHCC is shared by the heads of four local entities: the Charles County Department of Health, the Charles County Public Schools, the University of Maryland Charles Regional Medical Center and the College of Southern Maryland.

Accidents happen when cannabis is left out. Make it a habit to return cannabis to a safe place after use. Every time. Be...
06/01/2026

Accidents happen when cannabis is left out. Make it a habit to return cannabis to a safe place after use. Every time. BeCannabisSmart. Learn more at cannabis.maryland.gov.

06/01/2026

BUILDING HEALTHY FAMILIES

FREE 12-Week Family Wellness Program

Program Includes:

Tailored family wellness coaching
Nutrition education
Family fun activities
Motivation & goal setting
FREE groceries valued over $50 after each session!

Who: Families with children ages 6-12 with excessive body weight. Siblings of all ages welcome!

When: Sessions start Monday, June 1st, 2026

Where: Charles County Department of Health

Registration required

For assistance call 301-609-6780

Make a family healthy lifestyle change!

Stop by local corner stores on Fridays to purchase fresh produce.  Three Corner Stores are working toward becoming desig...
06/01/2026

Stop by local corner stores on Fridays to purchase fresh produce. Three Corner Stores are working toward becoming designated as a Healthy Maryland Corner Store.

1. Shell Bryantown Store, 6435 Leonardtown Rd., Bryantown

2. Nanjemoy Country Store, 1970 Liverpool Point Rd., Nanjemoy

3. Joe's Groceries & Liquors, 8355 Marshall Corner Rd., Pomfret

Thank you to Zekiah Farms3, LLC for supplying the produce.

06/01/2026
05/29/2026

Join Us for the 4th Annual PReP for Pride Festival in Charles County! 🌈

Come celebrate love, unity, diversity, and community with us on Saturday, May 30th, 2026 from 12PM–5PM at 4545 Crain Highway, White Plains, MD 20695! 🎉

Enjoy:
✨ Community Resources
💙 Health & Wellness Services
🎶 Music & Arts
🍔 Food Trucks
🛍️ Vendors & More

Bring your friends, family, and pride as we come together for a day of awareness, celebration, support, and empowerment for the LGBTQIA+ community! 🌈

Rain Date: Sunday, May 31st

Adult-use cannabis is legal for Marylanders 21 and over—but it’s illegal to use while driving. Respect the effect. Learn...
05/26/2026

Adult-use cannabis is legal for Marylanders 21 and over—but it’s illegal to use while driving. Respect the effect. Learn more at cannabis.maryland.gov

🚶🏿‍♂️Like to walk but don’t want to go alone? 👨🏻‍🦽Don’t know exactly where to go and what the trail is like? 🐿️ Love to ...
05/19/2026

🚶🏿‍♂️Like to walk but don’t want to go alone?

👨🏻‍🦽Don’t know exactly where to go and what the trail is like?

🐿️ Love to get out in nature?

🥾Concerned about your pace?

Walk Charles County’s got you!

✔️Walk or roll with us at one of our monthly organized and lead events!

✔️Connect with others; make new friends!

✔️Get to know our county’s beautiful parks and trails.

✔️Go at your own pace, nobody left behind.

See event invitations for the next quarter’s walks below in the comments 👇🏻!

See you at the walk🚶🏿‍♂️👨🏻‍🦽!

Come walk 🚶🏽or roll 👩🏿‍🦼‍➡️with Walk Charles County! Here’s our flyer for next quarter’s walks. See event invitation for...
05/14/2026

Come walk 🚶🏽or roll 👩🏿‍🦼‍➡️with Walk Charles County! Here’s our flyer for next quarter’s walks. See event invitation for the June walk in the comments below 👇🏻!

Blood Pressure WorkshopThurs, May 2110:00 AM - 11:00 AMWhat You'll Learn:• How to check your blood pressure• Understandi...
05/13/2026

Blood Pressure Workshop

Thurs, May 21
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

What You'll Learn:
• How to check your blood pressure
• Understanding your numbers
• Tips for a healthy heart

In-Person
Charles County Health Dept
4545 Crain Highway, White Plains

Register: 301-609-6932

Address

13140 Charles Street
La Plata, MD
20646

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