Using a collaborative approach to better meet the nutritional needs for our most vulnerable residents. The Garrett County Food Insecurity Workgroup is a part of the Western Maryland Food Council. The Food C […]
Information and resources on how to get, keep, use and understand health insurance.
Focusing on issues such as food literacy and knowledge. Working with teachers, schools, University of Maryland Extension, Garrett County Health Department, hospitals, doctors, nutritionists, registered […]
Focusing on access issues such as hunger, food affordability, food quality, and food deserts as well as security issues such as food availability, food safety, etc.
The purpose of this group is to increase communication within and between the Food Access, Education, and Economy work groups. This is a place to post new projects, have group discussions, and to see what each […]
To improve outreach in Garrett County and provide details about our work in the community, as well as volunteer opportunities.
Community engagement is a vital component of public health operations. This group is designed to track, measure, and evaluate Garrett County community engagement strategies.
To publicize the issues raised at the Garrett County Roundtable on Homelessness, promote collaboration among agencies and make the general public aware of the resources available for those struggling with housing […]
Creating healthier work environments in Garrett County.
The Garrett County Health Department is the recognized Public Health agency in Garrett County, Maryland. We strive to provide the highest level of care and service to the citizens of Maryland’s westernmost county. […]
Alignment for agencies to organize a coordinated approach to funding.
Dynamic planning utilizing Action Groups to support the formulation of the Community Health Assessment and the Community Health Improvement Plan for Garrett County.
WIC families are encouraged to include more fruits and vegetables in their diets and family meals.
A formalized collaborative group, open to the public, designed to bring agencies and community members together on the fourth Thursday of every month at an in-person meeting starting at 8:00 a.m. at the Garrett […]
GCHD Lead case management program provides information to the community and families to reduce child lead exposures. Relationships are created with families to ensure child lead testing is completed at accurate […]
The purpose of this collaborative group representing multiple agencies and community members is to improve the prevention and management of diabetes in Garrett County. We’re always looking for new ideas to share, […]
Peer Recovery is here to provide opportunities for those in recovery to stay in recovery. If we cannot assist you we will try to find someone who can. Currently we assist with transportation, educational or […]
Organizational management activities used to set priorities, focus energy and resources, strengthen operations, ensure that employees and other stakeholders are working toward common goals, establish […]
The Food Program is enforced by the regulations set forth in COMAR 10.15.03. Environmental Health Services licenses approximately 250 foodservice facilities a year. Of these, a food service facility is determined […]
TVRU: a building offering complete living facilities for one (1) single-family under one (1) roof provided that a maximum of eight (8) bedrooms and a maximum overnight occupancy of two (2) persons per bedroom plus […]
The Environmental Health staff monitor Garrett County’s public lakes, beaches, pools, and campgrounds to ensure a healthy environment for our locals and visitors during their recreational activities.
The mission of our Hospice is to provide physical and emotional support to the terminally ill and their families in a home-like atmosphere where they can get relief from pain, improve their quality of life, and […]
Rabies is a preventable viral disease of all mammals that is usually transmitted by the bite of a rabid animal. It is caused by viruses in the genus Lyssavirus and is nearly always fatal once symptoms appear. In […]
The mission of Garrett County Lighthouse, Inc. is to provide personalized psychiatric rehabilitation and behavioral health services to those individuals in our community who are recovering from severe and […]
The purpose of the Mental Health Advisory Committee shall be to serve as advocate for a comprehensive mental health system for persons of all ages in Garrett County. The objectives of the County Mental Health […]
The prevalence of heart disease in Garrett County is high and residents of all ages need to know their risks and how to prevent a cardiovascular event. The goal is to make people aware of the importance of knowing […]
This group is designed to outline the data of several programs overseen by the Garrett County Department of Environmental Health.
Private on-site Sewage Disposal: A septic system is constructed for a home with […]
Too much ordering and spending at fiscal year-end creates inefficiencies, stress, and decreases job satisfaction.
Committee to increase public health awareness surrounding child mental health.
Partners After School @ Accident began serving Accident Elementary School students in Garrett County, Maryland in 2002. Though funding sources and program goals have changed throughout its history, PAS @ Accident […]
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