Montgomery County program opens limited Spanish-language asthma classes; enroll by texting "asma"

Dr. Luis Aguirre, the Iniciativa Latina de Salud representative, said enrollment is open and described a two-step registration process: text the word "asma" to the program phone numbers and a staff member will follow up to complete enrollment. "Escriben asma y nos envían," he said, and staff will ask brief questions such as the child’s age and whether the family lives in Montgomery County.

The sessions are free and funded by Montgomery County, Dr. Aguirre said, and organizers emphasized limited capacity: groups are capped at 15 caregivers and there will be a wait list for additional interested participants. Host Marcela Villagrán encouraged listeners to register promptly because "ya quedan pocos espacios disponibles." The first groups are scheduled for Sept. 22 and Sept. 24, 2026.