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 posted an update in the group
Local Behavioral Health Authority 1 month agoRaw data + was updated by Gillian Shreve.
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Gillian Shreve posted an update in the group
Local Behavioral Health Authority 1 month agoRaw data + was updated by Gillian Shreve.
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Gillian Shreve posted an update in the group
Local Behavioral Health Authority 1 month, 1 week agoStrategy card settings were updated by Gillian Shreve.
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Gillian Shreve posted an update in the group
Local Behavioral Health Authority 1 month, 1 week agoStrategy card settings were updated by Gillian Shreve.
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Gillian Shreve posted an update in the group
Local Behavioral Health Authority 1 month, 4 weeks agoRaw data + was updated by Gillian Shreve.
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Sadie Liller posted an update in the group
Local Behavioral Health Authority 2 months agoRaw data + was updated by Sadie Liller.
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Sadie Liller posted an update in the group
Local Behavioral Health Authority 2 months agoRaw data + was updated by Sadie Liller.
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Fred Polce posted an update in the group
Local Behavioral Health Authority 2 months agoRaw data + was updated by Fred Polce.
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Gillian Shreve uploaded the file: Strategic Plan FY27-FY29 and Annual Report FY25 to
Local Behavioral Health Authority 2 months agoAttached is the draft Strategic Plan and Annual Report that was submitted to BHA on January 5, 2026. Please review and send any suggestions to the LBHA email [email protected]. GCLBHA is scheduled to meet with Maryland’s Behavioral Health Administration on January 27, 2026, please submit your input before this date so it can be shared with…[Read more]
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Gillian Shreve posted an update in the group
Local Behavioral Health Authority 2 months, 2 weeks agoThe Garrett County Local Behavioral Health Authority (GCLBHA) is seeking a provider to manage a peer-led Wellness and Recovery Center (WRC) in Garrett County.
Application documents may be accessed at the following link: https://garretthealth.org/funding-opportunities/
Inquiries may be made by emailing the Local Behavioral Health Authority:…[Read more]
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Carly Metz posted an update in the group
Local Behavioral Health Authority 4 months, 1 week agoNovember is National Homelessness Awareness Month, a time to highlight the challenges faced by those experiencing homelessness and a time to raise awareness for solutions.
National Hunger and Homelessness Week is November 18th-26th.
Resource: https://garrettcountyfood.com/shutdown/HOW TO GET INVOLVED: Donate, Volunteer, Educate yourself, Advocate
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Gillian Shreve posted an update in the group
Local Behavioral Health Authority 4 months, 1 week agoNovember 11th is Veterans Day. Not all wounds are visible. Below are some resources for services to help veterans who may be in…[Read more]
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Cynthia Freeman joined the group
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Sadie Liller posted an update in the group
Local Behavioral Health Authority 4 months, 4 weeks agoRaw data + was updated by Sadie Liller.
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Gillian Shreve uploaded the file: FY 27 Crisis Response Grant Program – Request for Information to
Local Behavioral Health Authority 5 months, 1 week agoThe Garrett County Local Behavioral Health Authority (GCLBHA) will submit a Fiscal Year 2027 Crisis Response Grant Program application to the Maryland Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) by October 24, 2025. The GCLBHA is requesting information from interested service providers who currently provide/are interested in providing the following…[Read more]
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Sadie Liller posted an update in the group
Local Behavioral Health Authority 5 months, 2 weeks agoRaw data + was updated by Sadie Liller.
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Sadie Liller posted an update in the group
Local Behavioral Health Authority 5 months, 2 weeks agoRaw data + was updated by Sadie Liller.
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Fred Polce posted an update in the group
Local Behavioral Health Authority 9 months, 1 week agoPerformance Management settings were updated by Fred Polce.
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