Garrett Guide is a Community Resource Directory with the framework found at Garrettguide.org. Local agencies, organizations, businesses and residents have the opportunity to provide additional detail for […]

The Overdose Response Training (ORT) Group is focused on maximizing the resources for reduction and/or prevention of fatal opioid overdose in our community. Administration of naloxone in the setting of an opioid […]

The priority for Behavioral Health is to foster an integrated Behavioral Health continuum of care. The integrated system shall promote Behavioral Health treatment, recovery, and wellness as access to Behavioral […]

Home health providers are dedicated to meeting the medical needs of clients in their homes, across a continuum of care with the ultimate goal of maximizing self sufficiency and independence.

The Vaccines for Adults and Children Program, implemented by the Health Department, is a comprehensive initiative aimed at promoting public health and protecting individuals of all ages from vaccine-preventable […]

WIC is a federally funded program that provides eligible children and women services geared at reducing food insecurity, improving health literacy, assisting in successful breastfeeding, and providing a portal for […]

Garrett County is often the lowest county in the state for yearly adolescent well child checks. It is important for the children and adolescents of our community to be seen yearly for this preventive visit where we […]

A new, curated collection of relevant Garrett County Health Department communications and promotions sent across the region.

Partners After School @ Accident began serving Accident Elementary School students in Garrett County, Maryland in 2002. Though funding sources and program goals have changed throughout its history, PAS @ Accident […]

Rabies is a preventable viral disease of all mammals that is usually transmitted by the bite of a rabid animal. It is caused by viruses in the genus Lyssavirus and is nearly always fatal once symptoms appear. In […]

Did you know that Garrett County has the highest percentage (33%) of reported youth using tobacco products in the state of Maryland according to the latest data from Maryland’s State Health Improvement Process […]

The Garrett County Drug Free Communities Coalition is the defending force for our county’s fight for the reduction and prevention of substance abuse.

This group is designed for our community to work better together as we attempt to understand the level of this issue for Garrett County students. The Center for Addiciton explains that the newest and most popular […]

Foster an Integrated and Coordinated Behavioral Health Continuum of Care across the lifespan by developing, implementing, and evaluating screening, prevention, and early intervention services.

Using a collaborative approach to better meet the nutritional needs for our most vulnerable residents.  The Garrett County Food Insecurity Workgroup is a part of the Western Maryland Food Council.  The Food C […]

The prevalence of heart disease in Garrett County is high and residents of all ages need to know their risks and how to prevent a cardiovascular event. The goal is to make people aware of the importance of knowing […]

Mental Health Services at GCHD

The Reading Station is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization located in Oakland, Maryland focused on improving literacy in Garrett County by offering free functional reading instruction to children and adults.

Prescription drug abuse has become an area of concern in Garrett County and the United States. Many people use prescription drugs properly, but nearly 1 in 5 Garrett County youth reported abusing them to get high […]

Encouragement, resources, and connection during this time of tremendous chaos.

Showcase the importance of Public Health and coordinate training opportunities with internal and external stakeholders.