The Garrett County Health Department Cancer Prevention, Education, Screening, and Treatment Program (CPEST) offers cancer screenings for skin and colorectal cancer AT NO COST to qualifying Garrett County Residents. […]
The Administration Care Coordination Unit (ACCU) is available to provide assistance to all individuals who have Maryland Medical Assistance, including those recipients in a managed care organization.
This GCHD Dental Clinic provides dental services to children and adults. Services include dental cleanings, fluoride treatments, sealants, restorative treatment, extractions, and outpatient surgical procedures. The […]
We will be sharing grant resources, foundations, state & fed opportunities.
A program where medically qualified individuals who have medical assistance are assisted to be able to stay in their home or a least restrictive environment as long as possible by giving them better access to […]
AERS is a Maryland Medicaid funded program that provides comprehensive evaluations for anyone 18 or older, and also for aged and functionally disabled adults who need connected to resources, need long term care, or […]
The Garrett County Apprenticeship Program is registered with the Maryland Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation (DLLR) as a Maryland Apprenticeship and Training Program (MATP) and serves Disconnected Youth […]
The Local Management Board (LMB) was established during the mid-1990’s in an effort to change the way services were provided to children and families in their communities. The LMB identifies priorities and t […]
This group outlines and provides progress checks on the work of Health Education and Outreach to prevent and reduce alcohol use and abuse in Garrett County.
WIC is a federally funded program that provides eligible children and women services geared at reducing food insecurity, improving health literacy, assisting in successful breastfeeding, and providing a portal for […]
The Overdose Response Training (ORT) Group is focused on maximizing the resources for reduction and/or prevention of fatal opioid overdose in our community. Administration of naloxone in the setting of an opioid […]
Workforce Development in public health is an attempt to improve health outcomes (i.e., healthier people) by enhancing the training, skills, and performance of public health workers.
The Garrett County Medbank Program provides access to prescription medications to medically needy, financially eligible residents of Garrett County. Individuals must reside within Garrett County, have no p […]
The Local Care Team is an inter-agency council designed to provide support to families. The collaborative group unites representatives of several child-serving agencies to serve families of children struggling with […]
The purpose of the Garrett County Opioid Intervention Team is to address the opioid and other drug epidemic in order to prevent overdose deaths and halt the spread of the drug epidemic in the community through […]
The priority for Behavioral Health is to foster an integrated Behavioral Health continuum of care. The integrated system shall promote Behavioral Health treatment, recovery, and wellness as access to Behavioral […]
This group outlines and provides progress checks on the work of Health Education and Outreach to prevent and reduce prescription drug misuse and illegal drug use in Garrett County.
This group outlines and provides progress checks on the work of Health Education and Outreach to prevent and reduce tobacco and marijuana misuse in Garrett County.
This is the parent group for Oral Health Education and Dental Treatment. Although dental treament data is restricted to the Garrett County Health Department’s Dental Care Center it does play a critical role as a […]
This group outlines and provides progress checks on the work of Health Education and Outreach to promote healthy eating and physical activity for overall better health in Garrett County.
Increase immunization rates and reduce preventable infectious diseases.
Home health providers are dedicated to meeting the medical needs of clients in their homes, across a continuum of care with the ultimate goal of maximizing self sufficiency and independence.
Program Director: Kristen Walker- 301-334-7730 Assistant Director: Lexi Thomas Students in third through eighth grades at Broad Ford Elementary School, Crellin Elementary and Southern Middle School are eligible […]
Garrett County Health Department’s Early Care Programs System of Care provides free voluntary home visitation services to families and children prenatally and up to age 5. Additionally, the program offers a free […]
Early Care Programs System of Care offers voluntary home visiting services that empower parents, at no cost, to give their child the best beginning in life! Early Care Programs offers Healthy Families Garrett […]
The Maryland Code of Regulations indicates what medical conditions should be reported, who should report, how reporting should occur, where reports are sent, reporting timelines. Healthcare providers, healthcare […]
The Local Behavioral Health Authority is the management entity for publicly funded mental health and substance related disorder services. The agency strives to improve these services for residents of Garrett […]
The Family Planning Program at Garrett County Health Department is part of Title X, a federal program that provides family planning services to low-income and uninsured individuals. Our clinics offer birth control […]
GC In Motion is a population health initiative thoughtfully designed with community members to increase access to physical fitness opportunities and reduce the burden of chronic diseases.
Annual measurements for Garrett County WIC Program
The program is a structured healthcare initiative designed to identify individuals, especially children, who may have elevated lead levels in their blood. Lead is a toxic metal that can have profound health […]
The Environmental Health Office is responsible for testing the water and issuing Certificates of Potability on all new wells drilled in the county for the purpose of human consumption. Environmental Health also […]
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 […]
Focus on a responsive community behavioral health approach for addressing anti-stigma efforts; sustainable housing opportunities; and opiate overdose response strategies.
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 […]
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 […]
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 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 HIV Case Management Group is a specialized program within the Health Department that focuses on providing care and support to individuals living with HIV/AIDS. To ensure optimal health outcomes and improved […]
Strengthening Community Health: Promoting Influenza Vaccination for a Healthy, Resilient, Community
Welcome to the Garrett County COVID Vaccine Action Group. We are a community-driven organization dedicated to promoting COVID-19 vaccination efforts in Garrett County. Our mission is to educate, advocate, and […]
The Vaccines for Adults and Children Program, implemented by the Health Department, is a comprehensive initiative aimed at promoting public health and protecting individuals of all ages from vaccine-preventable […]
This group outlines and provides progress checks on the work of Health Education and Outreach to increase referrals to and use of preventive screening and support services in Garrett County.
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 […]
Maryland Health Connection (MHC) offers free or low-cost health insurance coverage to eligible men, women, and children. Eligibility is based on family size and income.
Garrett Guide is a Community Resource Directory with the framework found at Garrettguide.org. Local agencies, organizations, businesses and residents have the opportunity to provide additional detail for […]
A new, curated collection of relevant Garrett County Health Department communications and promotions sent across the region.
GarrettHealth.org is the Garrett County Health Department’s digital footprint, designed to increase awareness of services provided and disseminate information to community stakeholders.
MyGarrettCounty.com is a community engagement collaborative implemented by the Population Health, Innovation, and Informatics unit of the Garrett County Health Department with support from local stakeholders to […]
As we work together to solve the complex challenges of our local food systems, gathering data on how many meals are provided each month by local faith-based organizations, community organizations, and non-profits […]
Child Injury Prevention is a part of Early Care Programs at the Garrett County Health Department. The focus of this group is to provide safety information, especially in relation to children, to our local […]
The Garrett County Harvest Hub is a new program created by the Garrett County Health Department’s Population Health, Innovation, and Informatics Unit to increase access to Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) o […]
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. […]
Go! Garrett County is a free well-being initiative designed to promote healthy lifestyles and highlight local businesses and community services to help individuals along their well-being journey. This group […]
Did you know that Garrett County has the highest percentage (33%) of reported youth using tobacco products in the state of Maryland according to the latest data from Maryland’s State Health Improvement Process […]
Access the MyDATA Open Data Warehouse by selecting it under ”My Community” in the main menu. https://mygarrettcounty.com/open-data-warehouse/
The Garrett County Cancer Coalition meets quarterly to discuss strategies for improving health outcomes and decreasing the incidence of cancer in our community.
The purpose of the Opioid Misuse Prevention Plan is to reduce easy access of prescription opiods from relatives and friends through stealing and lack of proper and safe storage and disposal of them.We also would […]
The Garrett County Drug Free Communities Coalition is the defending force for our county’s fight for the reduction and prevention of substance abuse.
Creating healthier work environments in Garrett County.
Play Hard, Live Clean is a continuation of the Garrett County Drug-Free Communities Coalition designed to engage local youth by means of a drug-free pledge. This campaign is based on Wait21, and is coordinated by […]
SpreadtheFacts.com is an online resource for information about marijuana including its effects on the brain, sample policies for worksites, information about Maryland’s medical marijuana law, a parent toolkit, and […]
This group is designed for our community to work better together as we attempt to understand the level of this issue for Garrett County students. The Center for Addiciton explains that the newest and most popular […]
The CARC is a recreation facility on the Garrett College campus that serves the college, the community, and visitors to the area. A large part of what we do is to promote a healthy lifestyle through physical […]
Through collaboration and cooperation, a retired school bus has been turned into a classroom fitted with everything necessary to function as a classroom, lending library and a food bank. The goals for the Learning […]
Garrett County is often the lowest county in the state for yearly adolescent well child checks. It is important for the children and adolescents of our community to be seen yearly for this preventive visit where we […]
The Garrett County Community Partnership Agreement is developed through the Garrett County Local Management Board (GCLMB). Grant funding for Local Management Boards comes from the Children’s Cabinet Interagency […]
This group will serve as the public platform for all activities, decisions, and documents that result from the SBHC Steering Committee’s activities related to completing the comprehensive needs assessments in […]
Online courses, certification, and remote training.
Getting more active in Garrett County to help reduce chronic disease.
This group is for the purpose of performance management tracking regarding efforts to promote physical activity and healthy eating.
Most breastfeeding families report not being able to meet their breastfeeding goals in relationship to exclusivity and duration. WIC provides education and support to participants, but opportunities exist to […]
The intent of the members of the Early Childhood Advisory Council is to come together in a consistent and coordinated way to narrow the achievement gap, especially for children with high needs, and to improve the […]
Develop a centralized repository for data hosting to facillitate research and trend analysis.
Non Emergency Medical Assistance Transportation is available to all active Medical Assistance clients who reside in Garrett County and meet the screening equirements of the program set forth by the Grant. Medical […]
Implement a paperless requisitioning system in the Garrett County Health Department by July 1, 2024 by setting up/utilizing the purchasing module in PatTrac with the goal of 90% of the requisitions being paperless.
Develop an enhanced social media presence for the Garrett County Health Department by 2020.
Performance Management Measures for Public Information Officer
This group is dedicated to compiling ideas, raising funds, and getting the word out to build a new Library and Town Hall building for the town of Friendsville!
To help support, and provide advocacy to individuals, families, and the community while educating on the needs, issues, and problems that fellow peers of mental health services face.
Foster an Integrated and Coordinated Behavioral Health Continuum of Care across the lifespan by developing, implementing, and evaluating screening, prevention, and early intervention services.
The Western Maryland Regional Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Program is available to Garrett County uninsured women between the ages of 40-64 years. This program is located at the Allegany County Health […]
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 dietitians, […]
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 work […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 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 die […]
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 […]
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 […]
Mental Health Services at GCHD
Implement a multifaceted approach toward achieving the Goal of supporting access to quality behavioral health treatment and support services.
The Local Management Board and the Western Maryland Consortium partner in this program to identify youth in Garrett County that are economically disadvantaged and have a barrier to overcome when seeking employment.
HIV awareness is an essential component of HIV prevention, treatment and the reduction of stigma. Collaboration between the health department, healthcare providers, and community partners promotes HIV prevention […]
Maternal Smoking leads to poor health outcomes for both the mother and her unborn baby, infant, and/or child. In an effort to improve maternal and infant/child health outcomes Early Care Programs provides support, […]
Tracking home visit completion is an essential management function to assist in the determination of patterns and trends that can identify the need to implement strategies to increase home visit completion and […]
Update information and complile narratives for each domain required for re-arreditation
Our systematic approach to improving public health through standards, planning, measuring, and quality improvement.
Data is needed in order to provide effective, quality prevention services in Garrett County. During National Prevention Week 2017, Garrett County specific data will be shared. Please take the time to share your […]
Garrett County, Maryland, a rural Appalachian community bordering Pennsylvania and West Virginia, is tackling poverty through education, housing, and jobs. To meet the workforce needs of tomorrow, the county offers […]
Upcoming plans for Garrett County’s community health planning processes and communications platform.
The Reading Station is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization located in Oakland, Maryland focused on improving literacy in Garrett County by offering free functional reading instruction to children and adults.
A family oriented recreational club that promotes responsible and safe OHV activities.
We are encouraging Home Health patients to talk to their doctor about the Shingles vaccinations. Home Health asks all of their patients whether or not they have recieved the shot or not. Since we are right in the […]
Promoting Quitting Among Adults
Garrett County Binge Drinking Prevention
A community collaborative developed from the Child & Adolescent Wellness Workgroup, to specifically focus on reducing childhood obesity by helping children develop healthy eating habits, be physically active, […]
Earned Income Tax Credit
There is strong evidence that the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) increases employment and income for participating families (Strully 2010,UW IRP-Dahl 2009, Hotz 2003, Ellwood 2000, NB […]
To address the issue of the lack of transportation available. To begin we would like to know which agencies offer transportation to appointments and how residents utilize the service.
Garrett County has only one local provider of medication assisted treatment who works closely with the GCHD. Providers outside of the county do not typically require patients to be in supportive therapy which is […]
A tobacco prevention and cessation enrollment campaign designed by the Garrett County Health Department.
This group is designed to look at what we do collectively to reduce social risk factors for those who struggle to maintain economic dignity.
This group is dedicated to spreading the message about the upcoming 2020 Census and ensuring that County residents fill out their surveys so as to achieve as close to 100% completion as possible!
Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) is an infection that affects both males and females and is transmitted mainly through sexual contact. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there are over 150 […]
Prescription drug abuse has become an area of concern in Garrett County and the United States. Many people use prescription drugs properly, but nearly 1 in 5 Garrett County youth reported abusing them to get high […]
Peer Recovery provides services to open clients within the Health Department’s Substance Abuse Program and who is actively participating in treatment. Clients who are attempting a sober lifestyle.
Internal organization for completed reaccreditation documentation forms
Finding New Ways to Connect our Community!
Understanding the needs of Garrett County residents and how we may be able to help one another during these uncertain times has been the focus of rapid response surveys designed by the Population Health, Innovation […]
Infusing Mutual Partnerships Across Culture and Technology (IMPACT)
County Health Rankings & Roadmaps (CHR&R) and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Culture of Health Prize (Prize) programs offered Community […]
REFIT is Revolutionary Fitness. REFIT® focuses on the whole person. Refit doesn’t guarantee results, we guarantee relationships. This is fitness for all. We welcome experts and embrace beginners. This is not […]
Club 21550 is a Planning Group that plans Alcohol and Drug Free events for the community and families. Most events are free or low cost.
Community group made up of local adults and kids, who strive to make a difference in the Crellin area.
Tech-savvy teens and young adults who help senior citizens through one-on-one, personalized coaching. Whether you have a smartphone, tablet or computer-the goal is to empower seniors to connect with loved ones and […]
Designed for Providers, this group seeks to create a baseline of Wellness Check-Up’s completed by local Practitioners as we seek to improve one of our counties poorest performing indicators.
Tobacco use is the leading cause of preventable disease, disability, and death in the United States. Cigarette smoking damages nearly every organ of the body. Secondhand smoke also causes many serious health […]
This group is for persons who are interested in faith- based drug and alcohol prevention, treatment and recovery. ”But thanks be to God! He gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.” I Corinthians 15:57
The Garrett County Local Management Board has identified Children Enter School Ready to Learn, as one of the key Maryland’s Results for Child Well-Being target areas to address through the Community Partnership Agreement.
Children receive mixed messages in regards to tobacco, alcohol and other drug use. They are ‘copy cats’ in every way. The ’Just Like You!’ campaign is created to show adults the impact they have on childre […]
Encouragement, resources, and connection during this time of tremendous chaos.
Substance Related Disorder Services at GCHD
Garrett Trails is a nonprofit, volunteer organization dedicated to the development of a well-used network of high-quality, sustainable trails that provide access to Garrett County’s historic, municipal, and […]
Interdisciplinary care coordination team addressing community needs of elderly and persons with disabilities as they transition from acute care setting to home to promote best possible outcomes in the community.
The Garrett County Department of Human Services locally, Department of Social Services, conducts Strategic Planning sessions. The intent for the Strategic Planning session
Resulted from Strategic Planning through Garrett County Department of Human Services, locally, Department of Social Services. There were three strategic priority areas identified, one of which, was Workforce Development.
Resulted from Strategic Planning through Garrett County Department of Human Services, locally, Department of Social Services. There were three strategic priority areas identified, one of which was. Common […]
Resulted from Strategic Planning through Garrett County Department of Human Services, locally, Department of Social Services. There were three strategic priority areas identified, one of which, was Substance Abuse […]
The Rural Communities Opioid Response Program (RCORP) is a multi-year opioid focused initiative by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) aimed at reducing the morbidity and mortality of substance […]
Resource curation to promote population health, multisectoral collaboration, and information sharing across sectors.
Our group is open to anyone who has a loved one who is affected by drug or alcohol addiction in Garrett or Allegany County.
We provide a nonjudgmental place to share experiences and offer support and […]
Responsible Alcohol Service at Community Events
Mid-Atlantic Health is about improving mental health.
The Friends of the Ruth Enlow Library is a group organized to bring together fellow citizens who value their public library, The Friends work for a better library for the community and speak up for good library […]
Empowering Kitzmiller Residents to Make Healthy Choices
Maintain and monitor conditions to insure our environment supports a healthy population/ Chloride contamination impact study
This group is for the management of GCHD communications and branding as we seek to institutionalize consistency and quality standards.
The Substance Abuse Block Grant includes evidence-based strategies to decrease Garrett County underage drinking rates and non-medical use of prescription drug use among youth.
The Garrett County Health Department and its partners work to reduce youth access to alcohol and tobacco products. Strategies to do this include compliance checks and vendor education.
Collaborative efforts to set forth processes and timeframes referencing standards and measures from version 1.0 for reaccreditation and documentation and domain team roles and responsibilities.
Funding, and therefore performance measures, for this group has changed beginning with Fiscal Year 2019. This group has been archived. FY2019 performance measures and data for this after school program can be […]
Participate in the 2017 Summer Step Challenge for chronic disease prevention in Garrett County! Click here to join the challenge!
Join us in celebrating National Public Health Week and become part of a growing movement to create the healthiest nation in one generation. We’re celebrating the power of prevention, advocating for healthy and fair […]
Provide oral health education in GC Public Schools, Head Start Centers and the GC Health Fair
This is one of the four Strategic Goals identified by the Governor’s Office for Children. The intent of this Group is to determine if there is data and programming to support including this Strategic Goal in the […]
In fall 2011, Garrett College launched the Joan & Bill Crawford ”I Can Swim!” Program (ICS) at the Garrett College Community Aquatic & Recreation Complex (CARC). All kindergarten children in Garrett County receive […]
Showcase the importance of Public Health and coordinate training opportunities with internal and external stakeholders.
Caregiver’s Connection
A support group for parents and caregivers of children with ADHD, Autism, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, or other behavioral health challenges.
Please do not miss this opportunity to r […]
Coordinate and expand the reach of the BCCP and CPEST programs.
Dibetes Self Management Education
This group is for people who are interested in reducing underage drinking and non-medical use of prescriptions drug rates in Garrett County
Maintaining a focus on how to work in a unified manner in the development and/or refinement of how the county will best manage and plan for anticipated and unanticipated events.
Goal Clients served How often A partnership with Maryland Food Bank
Garrett County Health Fair
PHNCI
The program is developed and managed by Garrett College in partnership with the Garrett County Department of Economic Development. The goal is to build a diverse class of about 20 emerging leaders from the […]
Ideas are being sought that are novel or more effective, efficient or scalable than current ones. Here’s another opportunity for Garrett County’s collaborative partners to work together to gain additional funding […]
A school wellness committee is being established at Southern Middle School and will create wellness activities based on the needs of student body.
A group focusing on eating healthy and promoting physcial activity for residents of Friendsville.
Collaborative of key partners working daily on disharge planning at GRMC to identify patients in need of services to be successful at home.
An integrated care approach to managing illness which includes screenings, check-ups, monitoring and coordinating treatment, and patient education. It can improve quality of life while reducing health care costs […]
I-68 REGIONAL ECONOMIC PARTNERSHIP (I-68 REP) is a new collaborative group working towards increasing economic security to improve health. Interstate 68 is a 112-mile east-west interstate traversing through […]
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