This course focuses on the challenges faced by first responders and clinical health care professionals in pre-hospital and hospital environments as they deal with personal protective equipment (PPE) needs and … Continue reading “Training Opportunity”
Remember, never share any personal information online. Spammers occasionally target popular online communities, just like your email inbox. If it sounds too good to be true, it’s probably a scam. … Continue reading “Online safety tip!”
Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is the initial help given to someone developing a mental health problem or in a mental health crisis before appropriate professional or other assistance, including … Continue reading “Mental Health First Aid”
The Department of Health and Mental Hygiene’s Office of Oral Health, in partnership with the Maryland Department of Aging, are sponsoring the Making Oral Health a Priority for Older Adults … Continue reading “Making Oral Health a Priority for Older Adults”
Club 21550 will be Sponsoring a Fishing rodeo on May 19, 2017 at Broadford park from 6:00 pm until 8:00. Hope to see everyone there.
If Only – Trailer from Millennium Health on Vimeo. If only is a short film from the Mark Wahlberg Youth Foundation.It is intended for teens,parents and adults to raise awareness … Continue reading “If Only Showing Scheduled for May 17, 2017”
OPEN HOUSE INFORMATION BRIEF OF THE PROVIDER NETWORK WEDNESDAY, JULY 5, 2017 1100 TO 1300 HOURS AMERICA’S JOB CENTER 138 Baltimore Street, Suite 102 Cumberland, MD 21502 301-777-1221 x 315 … Continue reading “Western Maryland Veteran Provider Network”
This made me think of the I Can Swim! program at the Garrett College CARC, which teaches all of our Kindergarten students to swim at no cost.
You are being asked to take part in a research study that explores the perceptions, awareness and use of prescription opioids and heroin in your community. We value your opinions … Continue reading “We need your feedback!”
Upcoming Garrett County child safety seat check scheduled for May 12, 2017.
The annual Garrett County Job Fair is open to the entire Garrett County (and surrounding) community, including college and high school students, entry-level candidates, and experienced candidates. This event is … Continue reading “2017 Garrett County Job Fair”
The Garrett County Drug-Free Communities Coalition is proud to announce our new digital group on mygarrettcounty.com! Join our open community group and action teams to participate in our community discussion.
At Southern Middle School in Garrett County, third through eighth grade students further their education by participating in various enrichment activities where Health Department staff and AmeriCorps Members serve meals and … Continue reading “Highlighting Youth Engagement”
Hey, EVERYONE, it doesn’t matter how your move, as long as you’re physically active. Adults are positive role models for children and youth!
An Education Program by the Alzheimer’s Association If you or someone you know is affected by Alzheimer’s disease or dementia, the time for legal and financial planning is now. Legal … Continue reading “Legal and Financial Planning for Alzheimer’s Disease in Garrett County”
Come out to a “Drive-In Movie”! Kids can create a car out of a cardboard box and decorate them however they would like. Then, they sit in their cars while … Continue reading “Club 21550 Family Drive in Movie Night”
This training is designed to teach adults methods of assisting a young person who may be in the early stages of developing a mental health problem or in a mental … Continue reading “Youth Mental Health First Aid”
Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is the initial help given to someone developing a mental health problem or in a mental health crisis before appropriate professional or other assistance, including … Continue reading “Mental Health First Aid”
Research shows that positive adults role models have a tremendous impact on children and young adults. Just Like You is a positive role modeling campaign that encourages adults to role … Continue reading “Just Like You! – Safety”
Join us for the upcoming discussion!
“You are your child’s most important teacher” Adult Class Being Offered – Parents Matter! Parents Matter! Class being offered at GCHD on Saturday, April 22 and 29, from 9 a.m. … Continue reading “Parents Matter!”
Kitzmiller Empowerment Group Easter Egg hunt
Breakfast with the Easter Bunny
Erin McHenry January 25, 2017 1:46 pm Last week, a study published in JAMA Oncology revealed one in four men in the U.S. are infected with human papilloma virus (HPV). And, that’s … Continue reading “Expert Perspective: 1-in-4 U.S. men has HPV strains linked to cancer”
YOUR COMMUNITY NEEDS YOU! Please take a moment to complete a 10-minute survey about prescription opioids and heroin in your community. Click the card below or visit http://bit.ly/opioidsurvey to take the brief … Continue reading “New community survey available!”
Currently when law enforcement answers a complaint at a party, it is very difficult for them to prove who provided the alcohol to the underage attendees. A Social Host Ordinance … Continue reading “Social Host Ordinance”
Come join Deer Park Eliminators community planning group and the Easter Bunny. Bring your own camera, decorate cookies. Its Spring its time for the bunnies to be out. Click for … Continue reading “Easter This Weekend March 25, 2017”
High school students with an interest in forestry, fisheries, wildlife or parks management are invited to join teens at Natural Resources Careers Camp, July 23 to 29 at Hickory Environmental … Continue reading “Natural Resources Careers Camp in Garrett County”
March 22, 2017 from 4pm-5pm at Friendsville Elementary School. *Target age: Birth to 5 *Social time, story and craft time, snack time, and each child leaves with a free book … Continue reading “Friendsville Reading Night”
During AmeriCorps Week 2017, March 4-11, communities will celebrate the contributions that 80,000 Americans make to their communities and the service of more than 1 million AmeriCorps alumni. Derek Silbaugh, Bethany … Continue reading “AmeriCorps Week Highlights Volunteer Success”
… this just put Garrett County on the map! Out of 200+ applicants, Garrett County has emerged as one of eleven finalists for the coveted Culture of Health Prize from … Continue reading “Culture of Health Prize Finalist!”
The Parents’ Place of Maryland and Maryland’s Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DHMH) Office for Genetics and People with Special Health Care Needs (OGPSHCN) are conducting this survey to … Continue reading “Participate in the 2017 Maryland Parent Survey!”
DO YOU WANT TO BAN FRACKING? This is a question we’re asking residents of Maryland. If fracking is permitted in our state, it could bring sweeping change to our daily … Continue reading “Do you want to ban fracking?”
Always wonder about Fraud, Errors, and Abuse and how to Protect yourself?
March 20th @ 6 P.M. Kitzmiller Lions Club @ Kitzmiller Elementary School will hold annual Shrimp & Cabin Stew dinner. Cost for dinner is $15 and make your reservations early … Continue reading “Shrimp & Cabin Stew Dinner – Kitzmiller Lions Club”
Club 21550 hosted a Senior Bingo night at Liberty Square. Seniors had a fun night playing bingo, talking with friends and learning how to dispose of their prescription medication. Lessie … Continue reading “Club 21550 Senior Bingo Night”
April the 1st the Oakland-Mtn Lake Park Lions Club and Oakland Elks will be holding a joint fundraiser with The Remedy providing the entertainment from 8 P.M. until Midnight at … Continue reading “Remedy Dance – Lions & Elks”
Are you interested in serving your community and learning more about home gardening? A Master Gardener is someone who is eager to learn and ready to better the community through … Continue reading “Become a Master Gardener – Training Class starts next week”
Our Town Theatre will be presenting Almost, Maine by John Cariani on March 22-26. Reservations open on Wednesday, March 1. Almost, Maine is a delightful play about couples falling in and out … Continue reading “Almost, Maine”
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