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Kendra McLaughlin

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  • 53
    Group logo of Grant Development
    Grant Development
    active 1 day, 15 hours ago

    We will be sharing grant resources, foundations, state & fed opportunities.

    Public Group
  • 41
    Group logo of Local Behavioral Health Authority
    Local Behavioral Health Authority
    active 1 week, 6 days ago

    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 […]

    Public Group
  • 20
    Group logo of Garrett County Public Schools Coordinated Community Supports
    Garrett County Public Schools Coordinated Community Supports
    active 1 week, 6 days ago

    Alignment for agencies to organize a coordinated approach to funding.

    Public Group
  • 18
    Group logo of Prevent and Reduce Tobacco and Marijuana Misuse
    Prevent and Reduce Tobacco and Marijuana Misuse
    active 3 weeks, 6 days ago

    This group outlines and provides progress checks on the work of Health Education and Outreach to prevent and reduce tobacco and marijuana misuse in Garrett County.

    Public Group
  • 11
    Group logo of Refer to Screenings and Support Services
    Refer to Screenings and Support Services
    active 4 weeks ago

    This group outlines and provides progress checks on the work of Health Education and Outreach to increase referrals to and use of preventive screening and support services in Garrett County.

    Public Group
  • 19
    Group logo of Prevent and Reduce Prescription Drug Misuse and Illegal Drug Use
    Prevent and Reduce Prescription Drug Misuse and Illegal Drug Use
    active 4 weeks ago

    This group outlines and provides progress checks on the work of Health Education and Outreach to prevent and reduce prescription drug misuse and illegal drug use in Garrett County.

    Public Group
  • 18
    Group logo of Promote Healthy Eating and Physical Activity
    Promote Healthy Eating and Physical Activity
    active 4 weeks ago

    This group outlines and provides progress checks on the work of Health Education and Outreach to promote healthy eating and physical activity for overall better health in Garrett County.

    Public Group
  • 17
    Group logo of Prevent and Reduce Alcohol Misuse
    Prevent and Reduce Alcohol Misuse
    active 4 weeks ago

    This group outlines and provides progress checks on the work of Health Education and Outreach to prevent and reduce alcohol use and abuse in Garrett County.

    Public Group
  • 145
    Group logo of Garrett Guide
    Garrett Guide
    active 1 month, 1 week ago

    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 […]

    Public Group
  • 63
    Group logo of MyGarrettCounty.com Community Engagement
    MyGarrettCounty.com Community Engagement
    active 1 month, 4 weeks ago

    MyGarrettCounty.com is a community engagement collaborative implemented by the Population Health, Innovation, and Informatics unit of the Garrett County Health Department with support from local stakeholders to […]

    Public Group
  • 35
    Group logo of Garrett County Health Department eNEWS
    Garrett County Health Department eNEWS
    active 1 month, 4 weeks ago

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

    Public Group
  • 72
    Group logo of MyDATA – Open Data Warehouse
    MyDATA – Open Data Warehouse
    active 1 month, 4 weeks ago

    Access the MyDATA Open Data Warehouse by selecting it under ”My Community” in the main menu.
    https://mygarrettcounty.com/open-data-warehouse/

    Public Group
  • 14
    Group logo of Garrett County Health Department Partners After School @ Accident
    Garrett County Health Department Partners After School @ Accident
    active 4 months ago

    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 […]

    Public Group
  • 82
    Group logo of AddictionHappens.org – It can happen to anyone.
    AddictionHappens.org – It can happen to anyone.
    active 5 months, 1 week ago

    The purpose of the Opioid Misuse Prevention Plan is to reduce easy access of prescription opiods from relatives and friends through stealing and lack of proper and safe storage and disposal of them.We also would […]

    Public Group
  • 18
    Group logo of Tobacco Use
    Tobacco Use
    active 8 months, 1 week ago

    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 […]

    Public Group
  • 28
    Group logo of Garrett County Cancer Coalition
    Garrett County Cancer Coalition
    active 8 months, 1 week ago

    The Garrett County Cancer Coalition meets quarterly to discuss strategies for improving health outcomes and decreasing the incidence of cancer in our community.

    Public Group
  • 62
    Group logo of Garrett County Drug-Free Communities Coalition
    Garrett County Drug-Free Communities Coalition
    active 9 months ago

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

    Public Group
  • 41
    Group logo of Worksite Wellness Programs
    Worksite Wellness Programs
    active 10 months, 1 week ago

    Creating healthier work environments in Garrett County.

    Public Group
  • 48
    Group logo of Play Hard, Live Clean
    Play Hard, Live Clean
    active 10 months, 1 week ago

    Play Hard, Live Clean is a continuation of the Garrett County Drug-Free Communities Coalition designed to engage local youth by means of a drug-free pledge. This campaign is based on Wait21, and is coordinated by […]

    Public Group
  • 12
    Group logo of Spread the Facts on Marijuana
    Spread the Facts on Marijuana
    active 10 months, 1 week ago

    SpreadtheFacts.com is an online resource for information about marijuana including its effects on the brain, sample policies for worksites, information about Maryland’s medical marijuana law, a parent toolkit, and […]

    Public Group
  • 13
    Group logo of Vaping
    Vaping
    active 10 months, 1 week ago

    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 […]

    Public Group
  • 32
    Group logo of Promotion of Physical Activity and Healthy Eating
    Promotion of Physical Activity and Healthy Eating
    active 11 months, 3 weeks ago

    This group is for the purpose of performance management tracking regarding efforts to promote physical activity and healthy eating.

    Public Group
  • 9
    Group logo of Public Information
    Public Information
    active 1 year, 4 months ago

    Performance Management Measures for Public Information Officer

    Public Group
  • 37
    Group logo of Food Council
    Food Council
    active 1 year, 6 months ago

    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 […]

    Public Group
  • 9
    Group logo of United Way of Garrett County
    United Way of Garrett County
    active 1 year, 6 months ago

    To improve outreach in Garrett County and provide details about our work in the community, as well as volunteer opportunities.

    Public Group
  • 20
    Group logo of Ad Hoc Committee on Diabetes
    Ad Hoc Committee on Diabetes
    active 1 year, 6 months ago

    The purpose of this collaborative group representing multiple agencies and community members is to improve the prevention and management of diabetes in Garrett County. We’re always looking for new ideas to share, […]

    Public Group
  • 9
    Group logo of Blood Pressure Monitoring
    Blood Pressure Monitoring
    active 1 year, 10 months ago

    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 […]

    Public Group
  • 57
    Group logo of Access to Quality Behavioral Health Treatment and Support Services.
    Access to Quality Behavioral Health Treatment and Support Services.
    active 2 years, 9 months ago

    Implement a multifaceted approach toward achieving the Goal of supporting access to quality behavioral health treatment and support services.

    Public Group
  • 59
    Group logo of Prevention Data
    Prevention Data
    active 3 years, 8 months ago

    Data is needed in order to provide effective, quality prevention services in Garrett County. During  National Prevention Week 2017, Garrett County specific data will be shared. Please take the time to share your […]

    Public Group
  • 58
    Group logo of Garrett County, Maryland 2017 RWJF Culture of Health Prize Winner
    Garrett County, Maryland 2017 RWJF Culture of Health Prize Winner
    active 3 years, 8 months ago

    Garrett County, Maryland, a rural Appalachian community bordering Pennsylvania and West Virginia, is tackling poverty through education, housing, and jobs. To meet the workforce needs of tomorrow, the county offers […]

    Public Group
  • 27
    Group logo of Promoting Quitting Tobacco Among Adults
    Promoting Quitting Tobacco Among Adults
    active 3 years, 11 months ago

    Promoting Quitting Among Adults

    Public Group
  • 31
    Group logo of kNOwDRINKING.net
    kNOwDRINKING.net
    active 3 years, 11 months ago

    Garrett County Binge Drinking Prevention

    Public Group
  • 35
    Group logo of Kicking Tobacco
    Kicking Tobacco
    active 4 years, 1 month ago

    A tobacco prevention and cessation enrollment campaign designed by the Garrett County Health Department.

    Public Group
  • 22
    Group logo of Garrett County Complete Count Committee
    Garrett County Complete Count Committee
    active 4 years, 1 month ago

    This group is dedicated to spreading the message about the upcoming 2020 Census and ensuring that County residents fill out their surveys so as to achieve as close to 100% completion as possible!

    Private Group
  • 55
    Group logo of Action Team to Prevent Prescription and Opiate Misuse/Abuse
    Action Team to Prevent Prescription and Opiate Misuse/Abuse
    active 4 years, 1 month ago

    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 […]

    Public Group
  • 24
    Group logo of Teeniors
    Teeniors
    active 4 years, 4 months ago

    Tech-savvy teens and young adults who help senior citizens through one-on-one, personalized coaching.  Whether you have a smartphone, tablet or computer-the goal is to empower seniors to connect with loved ones and […]

    Public Group
  • 38
    Group logo of Action Team to Prevent Underage Drinking and Tobacco Use
    Action Team to Prevent Underage Drinking and Tobacco Use
    active 4 years, 5 months ago

    Tobacco use is the leading cause of preventable disease, disability, and death in the United States. Cigarette smoking damages nearly every organ of the body. Secondhand smoke also causes many serious health […]

    Public Group
  • 34
    Group logo of Kitzmiller Empowerment Group
    Kitzmiller Empowerment Group
    active 5 years, 8 months ago

    Empowering Kitzmiller Residents to Make Healthy Choices

    Public Group
  • 9
    Group logo of GCHD Communications and Branding
    GCHD Communications and Branding
    active 5 years, 10 months ago

    This group is for the management of GCHD communications and branding as we seek to institutionalize consistency and quality standards.

    Private Group
  • 22
    Group logo of Reduce youth access to alcohol and tobacco
    Reduce youth access to alcohol and tobacco
    active 5 years, 11 months ago

    The Garrett County Health Department and its partners work to reduce youth access to alcohol and tobacco products. Strategies to do this include compliance checks and vendor education. 

    Public Group
  • 14
    Group logo of Summer 2017 Step Challenge
    Summer 2017 Step Challenge
    active 6 years ago

    Participate in the 2017 Summer Step Challenge for chronic disease prevention in Garrett County! Click here to join the challenge!

    Public Group
  • 24
    Group logo of Thrive Garrett County
    Thrive Garrett County
    active 6 years ago

    Join us in celebrating National Public Health Week and become part of a growing movement to create the healthiest nation in one generation. We’re celebrating the power of prevention, advocating for healthy and fair […]

    Public Group
  • 17
    Group logo of Public Health Education and Instruction
    Public Health Education and Instruction
    active 6 years, 2 months ago

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

    Public Group
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