Raw data + was updated by Shelley Argabrite.

Strategy card settings were updated by Shelley Argabrite.

On September 28th, at our next meeting, we will discuss the grant opportunity of up to $120 million of available funds from the Maryland Community Health Resources Commission to expand access to student behavioral health services statewide. There will be an opportunity for everyone to ask questions, share ideas, and present thier application…[Read more]

Hello! What an incredible opportunity for our community to unite to serve students and their families in a coordinated way. We are utilizing the next (Sept. 28th at 8:00 a.m.) Health Planning Council meeting to have an open discussion regarding plans from each agency, CBO, and others who plan to apply. Here’s the link to the meeting- it’s…[Read more]

Hi Everyone! Great meeting today; it’s an exciting opportunity. Let’s use this group for coordination- here’s the link to the Blueprint plans: https://aib.maryland.gov/Pages/Blueprint-plans.aspx

Raw data + was updated by Shelley Argabrite.

Strategy card settings were updated by Shelley Argabrite.

I look forward to tomorrow’s Health Planning Council, where we will review how our food-related projects are going. Here’s the meeting link:
meet.google.com/hfq-xejh-cwx
Or join by phone
(US) +1 484-546-8383
PIN: 976100620
We start at 8 a.m. and it lasts until 9:30. Please request the recording if you are unable to attend and want to catch up.

We continue to work with community partners to host events that increase access to physical fitness at no cost to the community! Remember to check out our events calendar frequently and keep earning your points on Gogarrettcounty.com! Today, we’re paddle boarding; read more about this fun activity here:…[Read more]

Raw data + was updated by Shelley Argabrite.

Update on Medicaid- Call 301-334-7720
Assistance is coordinated by the Garrett County Health Department’s Maryland Health Connection Unit, located in the Early Care Program Unit.
Additional info: https://garretthealth.org/questions-about-the-maryland-medicaid-check-in-reach-out/

During our April HPC, several important topics were raised. Medicaid renewals will not be automatic this year, and this change may cause people to lose coverage and be unaware that it happened. Here’s a link to frequently asked questions, https://garretthealth.org/maryland-medicaid-check-in-frequently-asked-questions/. We are expecting this in…[Read more]

In April, we will be launching the Data Insight for Nutrition, the second priority identified by the Community Health Assessment. We are also looking for members willing to review our By-Laws. If you’re a member and would like to volunteer, please get in touch with Beth Brenneman at 301-334-7777.

The SPINE Food Security Committee Working Group and Community of Practice Call convened this morning. It’s interesting to learn about what other LHIC’s/Health Planning Councils are doing in the State. Our partnerships in Garrett County are well established and moving at a great pace to accomplish our goals. It’s always a great time to reflect on…[Read more]

We are calling all volunteers! We have resources available to help and want to learn more about the needs of those providing food resources in Garrett County. Community dinners and food pantries are vital as they serve in various locations. To connect and be a part of this collaboration, reach out to me by calling 301-501-6161 or Melissa Bolyard…[Read more]

A new partnership was formed with the Foods Program within Garrett County Schools. Students will work with Chef Scardina as they present a series of videos and information for the blogs on gogarrettcounty.com from March through May as we work together to increase food and nutrition security and give community members the tools to prepare healthy…[Read more]