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 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.
Sandy Miller joined the group Local Behavioral Health Authority 3 years, 9 months ago
Erica Carlson joined the group Local Behavioral Health Authority 3 years, 9 months ago
Gillian Shreve uploaded the file: Section D FY2020 Highlights and Achievements for the FY 2022 Garrett County Behavioral Health Plan of Operations to Behavioral Health Authority 3 years, 9 months ago
We are looking forward to community feedback on the FY 2020 Highlights and Achievements section .
Kathy Schrock joined the group Local Behavioral Health Authority 3 years, 9 months ago
Juliet Sanders uploaded the file: Behavioral Health Authority Plan of Operations Section B: New Developments and Challenges to Behavioral Health Authority 3 years, 10 months ago
The Garrett County Behavioral Health Authority welcomes your comments on New Developments and Challenges – Section B of the FY 2022 Plan of Operations.
Juliet Sanders deleted the file: Section B: New Developments and Challenges from Behavioral Health Authority 3 years, 10 months ago
Fred Polce posted an update in the group Local Behavioral Health Authority 3 years, 10 months ago
Hey there Garrett County….we will soon be uploading another section for review and comments related to the Fiscal Year 2022 Behavioral Health Plan of Operations. The section is: New Developments and Challenges. We look forward to hearing from as many community members as possible!!
Juliet Sanders uploaded the file: FY 2022 Goals for the Behavioral Health Authority Plan of Operations to Behavioral Health Authority 3 years, 10 months ago
The Garrett County Behavioral Health Authority would like your help in determining the goals for the FY 2022 Plan of Operations for Garrett County! Please respond in the comments.
Juliet Sanders deleted the file: FY2022 Goals from Behavioral Health Authority 3 years, 10 months ago
Fred Polce posted an update in the group Local Behavioral Health Authority 3 years, 10 months ago
Good Afternoon Everyone….This is Fred Polce, Jr. and you may have recently watched a video related to requesting Community input for the submission of the 2022 Garrett County Behavioral Health Plan of Operations.. We will soon be uploading two draft documents for review and comments: New Developments and Challenges; and FY 2022 Goals. Looking…[Read more]
Gillian Shreve uploaded the file: Holiday Help with Stress to Behavioral Health Authority 3 years, 11 months ago
The holidays are a stressful time for everyone, especially this year when many traditions have had to be modified around the COVID-19 situation. Don’t panic……help is available. This document has many resources listed that are available either immediately or on an ongoing basis.
Gillian Shreve posted an update in the group Local Behavioral Health Authority 4 years ago
The Fiscal Year 2022 Substance Abuse Treatment Outcomes Partnership (STOP) request for funding proposal document was send out via email on October 26,2020. Two planning meetings were scheduled for November 4, 2020 and November 5, 2020, to obtain some feedback on the focus areas which can be considered for funding. The video of the November 5, 2020…[Read more]
Gillian Shreve uploaded the file: CCO TCM RFP Garrett County Child and Adolescent RFP FY 21.docx VERSION 2.docx to Behavioral Health Authority 4 years ago
Garrett County Behavioral Authority is inviting providers to submit an RFP for Target Management Services for Child and Adolescents Services.
Gillian Shreve uploaded the file: TCM RFP Adults 2021 garrett.doc to Behavioral Health Authority 4 years ago
Garrett County Behavioral Health Authority is inviting providers to submit a RFP for Target Management Services for Adults
Juliet Sanders uploaded the file: Brain Health: Age Related Issues to Behavioral Health Authority 4 years, 2 months ago
Juliet Sanders posted an update in the group Local Behavioral Health Authority 4 years, 2 months ago
World Suicide Prevention Day is September 10th. It’s a time to remember those affected by suicide, to raise awareness, and to focus efforts on directing treatment to those who need it most.
Research shows people who are having thoughts of suicide feel relief when someone asks after them in a caring way. Findings suggest acknowledging and t…[Read more]
Gillian Shreve uploaded the file: GCPS Announces Updates from the Food and Nutrition Services.docx to Behavioral Health Authority 4 years, 2 months ago
Check out the latest information from Garrett County Public Schools regarding children obtaining meals whilst virtual learning continues
Gillian Shreve posted an update in the group Local Behavioral Health Authority 4 years, 3 months ago
Raw data + was updated by Gillian Shreve.
Gillian Shreve posted an update in the group Local Behavioral Health Authority 4 years, 3 months ago
Raw data + was updated by Gillian Shreve.
Gillian Shreve posted an update in the group Local Behavioral Health Authority 4 years, 3 months ago
Raw data + was updated by Gillian Shreve.