Local Behavioral Health Authority
Public Group active %sThe 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 County, works to better integrate existing services and expand currently available services. We also assist persons in receiving medication, transportation to services, housing, and employment.
The Garrett County Local Behavioral Health Authority has responsibilities of leadership, management, oversight, and operations for publicly funded behavioral health strategies and services in Garrett County.
Vision: Facilitate the continuance of a consumer-focused behavioral health system in Garrett County that is comprehensive, coordinated, and accessible to achieve optimal health outcomes.
Mission: We will promote quality-driven treatment, support, and rehabilitation to foster recovery, resiliency, and health and wellbeing for emotional, substance, gambling, and/or mental health disorders.
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Gillian Shreve uploaded the file: ROPTA Training Opportunities to
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Gillian Shreve uploaded the file: 3.18.25 Webinar Flyer.pdf to
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Gillian Shreve uploaded the file: 3.7.25 Webinar Flyer.pdf to
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Gillian Shreve uploaded the file: Upcoming MACS Training Opportunities to
Local Behavioral Health Authority 3 months agoPlease see the upcoming training opportunities from the Maryland Addiction Consultation Service (MACS) below. More information and details on how to register can be found in the attached fliers and at http://www.marylandmacs.org.
Opioid Treatment Program ECHO Clinic: Motivational Interviewing
Wednesday, March 5 (12:30–1:30 pm)
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Gillian Shreve uploaded the file: Upcoming MACS Training Opportunities to
Local Behavioral Health Authority 3 months agoPlease see the upcoming training opportunities from the Maryland Addiction Consultation Service (MACS) below. More information and details on how to register can be found in the attached fliers and at http://www.marylandmacs.org.
Opioid Treatment Program ECHO Clinic: Motivational Interviewing
Wednesday, March 5 (12:30–1:30 pm)
Presented by Christopher W…[Read more] -
Gillian Shreve uploaded the file: Upcoming MACS Training Opportunities to
Local Behavioral Health Authority 3 months agoPlease see the upcoming training opportunities from the Maryland Addiction Consultation Service (MACS) below. More information and details on how to register can be found in the attached fliers and at http://www.marylandmacs.org.
Opioid Treatment Program ECHO Clinic: Motivational Interviewing
Wednesday, March 5 (12:30–1:30 pm)
Presented by Christopher W…[Read more] -
Gillian Shreve uploaded the file: [trainingcenter] Registration is OPEN: Behavioral Health Administration's 21st Primary Behavioral Health and Early Intervention Conference to
Local Behavioral Health Authority 3 months agoRegistration is OPEN for the Behavioral Health Administration’s 21st Primary Behavioral Health and Early Intervention Conference. Please see attached flyer for more details
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Gillian Shreve uploaded the file: Color Run/Walk to
Local Behavioral Health Authority 3 months agoGarrett County Lighthouse, Inc invites any local community and health organizations to host tables promoting their organization at our upcoming Color Walk/Run for childrens mental health.
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Gillian Shreve posted an update in the group
Local Behavioral Health Authority 3 months agoIt’s time to register for the Service Members, Veterans, and Families Monthly Workshop: Caring for Women Veterans: Navigating VA Healthcare, Maternity Care, and Mental Health, with a Focus on Perinatal Depression. Join Maryland’s Commitment to Veterans on March 20, 2025 ET for our monthly behavioral health workshop focused on the needs of our…[Read more]
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Lindsay posted an update in the group
Local Behavioral Health Authority 3 months, 1 week agoThe second Community Feedback Session for the Fiscal Year 2026 Local Strategic Plan Implementation was held on Friday, February 7. The link to the recording can be found below.
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Gillian Shreve posted an update in the group
Local Behavioral Health Authority 3 months, 2 weeks agoTrevor Project CARE Training: The Trevor Project’s CARE (Connect, Accept, Respond, Empower) Training is an interactive and intensive training that provides adults with an overview of suicide among lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer & questioning (LGBTQ) youth, and the different environmental stressors that contribute to their heightened r…[Read more]
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Lindsay posted an update in the group
Local Behavioral Health Authority 3 months, 3 weeks agoThe first Community Feedback Session for the Fiscal Year 2026 Local Strategic Plan Implementation was held on Wednesday, February 6. The link to the recording can be found below. The second Community Feedback Session will be held on Friday, February 7 at 10am. The meeting will be held in the first floor Garrett County Health Department conference…[Read more]
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Gillian Shreve uploaded the file: Signs of Dementia to
Local Behavioral Health Authority 3 months, 3 weeks agoAlzheimer’s and other dementias cause memory, thinking, and behavior changes that interfere with
daily living. Learn about common warning signs of Alzheimer’s and what symptoms to look for in
yourself and others, as well as tips to approach someone who is experiencing changes in their
memory, the benefit of early detection and diagnosis, and…[Read more] -
Katey Shadel joined the group
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Gillian Shreve posted an update in the group
Local Behavioral Health Authority 4 months agoIt’s time to register for the Service Members, Veterans, and Families Monthly Workshop: Championing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Meeting the Behavioral Health Needs of Minority Veterans. Join Maryland’s Commitment to Veterans on February 20, 2025 ET for our monthly behavioral health workshop focused on the needs of our military-connected…[Read more]
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Gillian Shreve uploaded the file: Adult Mental Health First Aid Training to
Local Behavioral Health Authority 4 months agoAdult Mental Health First Aid Training opportunities are available. Please see attached flyer of click on this link:
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Gillian Shreve posted an update in the group
Local Behavioral Health Authority 4 months agoMaryland Department of Health, Behavioral Health Administration’s Office of Suicide Prevention provides a continuum of services including suicide prevention training, resources, and technical assistance to advance the development of a comprehensive suicide prevention and early intervention system for all Maryland residents. Click on this link for…[Read more]
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Lindsay uploaded the file: 2025 Trauma-Informed Care Summit to
Local Behavioral Health Authority 4 months, 2 weeks agoThe Trauma-Informed Care Summit will be held at Garrett College on May 27, 2025. See the attached flyer for registration details!
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Lindsay posted an update in the group
Local Behavioral Health Authority 4 months, 2 weeks agoThe Coordinated Community Supports Partnership Informational Session #2 has been scheduled for Friday, January 10 beginning at 11am. Meeting information can be found below. If you would like to be added directly to the meeting invitation, please email [email protected].
Friday, January 10 at 11am
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