About us
This group is operated by The Maryland-National Capital Park & Planning Commission June 30, 2021. The mission of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission, Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County, Youth & Countywide Sports Division's, Health & Wellness Team is to create healthy communities through people, parks, and programs by offering family-oriented and culturally informed health, nutrition and exercise programs, and educational opportunities that work together to improve the quality of life for all Prince George’s County residents.
The Department of Parks and Recreation is pleased to offer a variety of fun and FREE health and wellness programs to Prince George’s County residents in order to improve the health and wellness of our community!
Health and wellness programs include:
• Dine, Learn & Move
• Get Fit Mobile unit
• Healthy Holiday Cooking
• QR FIT Trails
And many more!
For fastest response to any questions, or for more information, please contact Health and Wellness directly at (301) 446-6800; TTY (301) 699-2544 or [wellness@pgparks.com](mailto:wellness@pgparks.com).
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Be sure to check out our other Meet Up groups:
Department of Parks and Recreation: Walking Programs and More!
Department of Parks and Recreation: Yoga/Fitness in the Parks
Upcoming events
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Solutions for Better Sleep Presentation
·OnlineOnlineSleep is essential for all of us. It supports important aspects of our overall health, our weight, our mood and memory, and even our heart health. In this session, a member of the Johns Hopkins Behavioral Sleep Medicine Program will highlight what you can do to improve your sleep as you age! Registration required. All ages welcome. FREE.
Virtual
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For fastest response to any questions, or for more information, please contact Health and Wellness directly via email wellness@pgparks.com40 attendees
Beyond Self-care: Resilience and Well-Being
·OnlineOnlineWhat are the building blocks of well-being? Is it possible to strengthen these in others and ourselves? What should we focus on to flourish? The field of Positive Psychology provides research supported theory to promote well-being by focusing on what is good, instead of what is bad. This training provides participants with an introduction to the P.E.R.M.A model of well-being and practical strategies to incorporate the framework into their daily lives.
Virtual
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For fastest response to any questions, or for more information, please contact Health and Wellness directly via email wellness@pgparks.com23 attendees
Dine, Learn, & Move: Living Well With Arthritis
·OnlineOnlineJoin us as we recognize Arthritis Awareness Month! Living with arthritis can be distracting, difficult, and quite literally a pain. During this virtual session, learn valuable information, practical tips, and expert insights on managing arthritis and improving quality of life. The program will begin with a guided physical activity session to promote flexibility and joint mobility and will end with a live cooking demonstration. Registration required. All ages welcome; FREE
Virtual
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For fastest response to any questions, or for more information, please contact Health and Wellness directly via email wellness@pgparks.com14 attendees
Muévase Bien, Viva Bien: Actividad Física para un Maryland Más Saludable
Langley Park Community Center, 1500 Merrimac Drive, Hyattsville, MD, USEn honor al Mes Nacional de la Actividad Física y los Deportes, Zócalo Health ofrece un taller para ayudarle a fortalecer su cuerpo y mantenerse activo—sin necesidad de un gimnasio. Este taller, dirigido por una fisioterapeuta licenciada, se enfoca en movimientos seguros y fáciles para todas las edades y niveles.
Para todas las edades. GRATIS.
Langley Park Community Center, 1500 Merrimac Dr, Hyattsville 20783
Código de boleto: SPD-SPEC-GA-20260528
Los talleres se presentarán en español. Se requiere inscripción.
Utilice el código del boleto para registrarse en pgparksdirect.com.
Nos puede contactar al correo electrónico wellness@pgparks.com
si tiene alguna pregunta.Move Well, Live Well: Building Everyday Fitness for a Healthier Maryland (*PLEASE NOTE* Workshop will be presented in Spanish)
In honor of National Physical Fitness and Sports Month, join Zócalo Health for an energizing workshop focused on building strength, mobility, and resilience—no gym required. Led by a licensed physical therapist, this session emphasizes safe, functional movement for all bodies and fitness levels.
All Ages welcome; FREE.
Langley Park Community Center, 1500 Merrimac Dr, Hyattsville 20783
Ticket Code: SPD-SPEC-GA-20260528
This workshop will be presented in Spanish. Registration is required.
Use the ticket code to register at pgparksdirect.com.
Email wellness@pgparks.com if you have any questions.1 attendee
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