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]

Raw data + was updated by Juliet Sanders.

Raw data + was updated by Juliet Sanders.

Raw data + was updated by Juliet Sanders.

The Garrett County Local Care Team continues to serve the families and children of Garrett County through the COVID pandemic. Meetings are held on the second Tuesday of each month. The Garrett County Local Care Team ensures that children/youth and families with intensive needs receive necessary support and resources to live a successful life!…[Read more]

Maryland Department of Health, Behavioral Health Administration is pleased to issue The Crisis Response Grant, Request for Proposals for Fiscal Year 2021. Please find a memorandum from Dr. Jones and the RFP in the uploaded files.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month and coincides with one of the most challenging times in our nation’s history. View the President’s Proclamation here:
https://www.whitehouse.gov/presidential-actions/proclamation-national-mental-health-awareness-month-2020/?utm_source=link

The Garrett County Local Care Team continues to serve the families and children of Garrett County! Our next meeting will be held virtually on Tuesday, May 12th at 10:00 AM. Contact our offices for more information at 301-334-7445.

Our next Local Care Team meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, March 10th at 10:00 AM in conference room A of the Garrett County Health Department. If you or someone you know would like to speak with our team of community agencies, contact the Garrett County Behavioral Health Authority/Local Management Board office at 301-334-7445. We help children…[Read more]

The next Local Care Team meeting will take place on Tuesday, February 11th at 10:00 AM at the Garrett County Health Department. The Local Care Team is here to ensure that children/youth and their families with intensive needs, receive the necessary support and resources to live a successful life! Remember that self-referrals are accepted!

Raw data + was updated by Juliet Sanders.

Raw data + was updated by Juliet Sanders.

Are you concerned about your child’s behavior at home or at school? Contact the Local Care Team at 301-334-7445. Our next Local Care Team meeting will be held Tuesday, January 14th, at 10:00 AM at the Garrett County Health Department.

Check out this link to learn about HOPE SQUAD and the impact peer support is making at schools across the U.S. https://www.nbcnews.com/nightly-news/video/national-suicide-intervention-program-hopes-to-change-how-kids-talk-about-mental-illness-59999301950

We have a Local Care Team meeting scheduled for Tuesday, December 10th in conference room A of the Garrett County Health Department at 10 AM. Hope to see everyone there! Please contact the Behavioral Health Authority and Local Management Board office if you have any referrals. Referrals may be made through a participating agency. Self-referrals…[Read more]