Social Awareness & Self Care

AMAZE takes the awkward out of sex ed. Real info in fun, animated videos that give you all the answers you actually want to know about sex, your body and relationships.

The Allegany County Health Department’s mission is to promote physical, behavioral, and environmental health, and prevent disease and disabilities of people in Allegany County.

Find a support group via the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. The AFSP has provided everyone suffering from thoughts of suicide with a feature to search for support groups nearby.

National Civilian Community Corps (NCCC), or AmeriCorps NCCC is an AmeriCorps program that engages 18- to 24-year-olds in team-based national and community service in the United States.

Nearly 700 Department of Health employees — physicians, nurses, and other allied health and support personnel — bring compassion and commitment to their work and a concern for continually improving the quality of the Department’s services.

Here are five tips to help maintain physical, social and mental well-being while observing guidelines for social spacing in this period of increased concern about contracting the Coronavirus (the virus that causes COVID-19).

The Ansell Casey Life Skills Assessment is a great tool used to determine your level of independent living skills. The assessment tool is completed by you and your adult supporter (i.e. caregiver, case worker, Independent Living Coordinator).

B’More for Healthy Babies is a Baltimore City initiative led by the Baltimore City Health Department geared towards decreasing infant mortality rates for infants and pregnant women in Baltimore City.

BabyCenter is committed to improving maternal health globally to make motherhood safer for all women. Through the Mission Motherhood® campaign, BabyCenter content is delivered to moms in underserved areas and is available in 23 local languages.

The Baltimore City Health Department Mission is to protect health, eliminate disparities, and enhance the well-being of everyone in our community through education, coordination, advocacy, and direct service delivery.

The Baltimore County Health Department’s mission is to promote health and prevent disease through education, advocacy, linkage to resources and treatment thereby improving the quality of life for Baltimore County residents.

Calvert County Health Department will continually keep you up-to-date with accurate information so you can keep yourself and your family protected.

The Caroline County Health Department, a local office of the Maryland Department of Health, is dedicated to the preservation and advancement of the lifelong Health and Wellness of their County’s residents and environment.

Services include flu and other vaccinations, dental care, reproductive health care, help for pregnant teens and women, and WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) services. Services are for people of all ages. Many services are free or low-cost.

The Cecil County Health Department provides Administrative Services, Addictions Services, Community Health Services, Environmental Health Services, Health Promotion, and Special Populations Services.

Cecil County’s Clerk’s Office is providing a Family Services Program for co-parenting classes, parenting skills, custody evaluations, and more.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are providing health considerations and tools for operating during COVID-19.

Change to Chill provides online and printable tools and resources that help teens become more aware of what stress is, what causes it and how to manage it.

Our LGBT patients can see any Chase Brexton provider and receive welcoming, affirming, and informed healthcare.

With a health care experience designed around kids’ unique needs, Children’s National Hospital is the premier provider of pediatric services in the Washington, D.C., metro area and its only health system specializing in kids.

The Coronavirus (COVID-19) situation is a rapidly evolving situation and the Maryland Department of Health (MDH) will provide updates as they become available.

The official Coronavirus (COVID-19) website created by the United States Government provides information and guidelines for dealing with all aspects of the Coronavirus (COVID-19).

For more than four decades, Covenant House has helped transform and save the lives of more than a million homeless, runaway and trafficked young people. We offer housing and support services to young people in need.

DRM provides free legal services to Marylanders of any age with all types of disabilities (developmental, intellectual, psychiatric, physical, sensory, learning, traumatic brain injury), who live in facilities, in the community or who are homeless.

Mission Statement – “From disease prevention to crisis intervention, from birth to death, we are working in partnership with the community to make a safer place for healthier people.”

The Family Crisis Resource Center is here to help you build a life for you and your children that is free from abuse. All services at FCRC are safe, professional, and confidential.

Built on a youth organizing framework, Foster Youth In Action’s strategies include training foster youth organizers, building local group capacity, and creating connections across a network of local groups.

FosterClub creates and connects young people from foster care with unique tools and programs, and engages young people to transform life for themselves, their peers, and to ultimately improve the child welfare system.

The Mission of The Fostering Change Network: Empower. The Fostering Change Network unites and empowers alumni of foster care globally while supporting their personal and professional endeavors and dispelling the foster care stigma.

Fostering Terp Success is a campus wide community of support and belonging for students who were or are in foster care, are homeless, at risk of being homeless or without a supportive family system.

Frederick Health offers superior quality care for patients in Frederick and throughout Central Maryland! Making a difference for 100+ years.

The Garrett County Health Department is the recognized Public Health agency in Garrett County, Maryland. They strive to provide the highest level of care and service to the citizens of Maryland’s westernmost county.

Got Transition is aiming to improve transition from pediatric to adult health care through the use of new and innovative strategies for health professionals and youth and families.

Harford Community Action Agency provides programs & services to address the needs of low-income individuals, families & communities in Harford County, Maryland.

The Harford County Health Department provides Administrative Services, Addictions Services, Community Health Services, Environmental Health Services, Health Promotion, Special Populations Services, and more.

Head Start programs deliver services to children and families in core areas of early learning, health, and family well-being while engaging parents as partners every step of the way.

As a temporary crisis relief agency, we will provide financial relief for the working, single mother with minor children who is not eligible for state or federal assistance. Through our help, we will restore hope in a moment of helplessness.

The Howard County Health Department is open for essential services BY APPOINTMENT ONLY. Appointments must be made in advance. To schedule an appointment call 410-313-6300. Many services are still available remotely.

The Johns Hopkins Hospital, a non-profit academic medical center in Baltimore, Maryland, sets healthcare standards in patient care, research and education.

The Judith P. Hoyer Center Early Learning Hubs are located at Title I schools in every Maryland county. Through a dedicated staff of early learning professionals, Judy Centers help prepare children age birth through kindergarten for school readiness.

Visit the Kent County Health Department website to get directions, contact information, or general information about Adult Health, Children’s Health, Clinical Services, and more.

Lambda Legal is a Legal rights organization dedicated to representing clients in discrimination cases or violation of rights, selecting cases that will have the greatest impact in protecting and advancing the rights of LGBT people and those with HIV.

If you need help with a civil legal problem, you can call the Maryland Legal Aid office nearest to you, go to that office on the days and times when walk-in intake is open, or apply for legal help online.

Highly-trained advocates offer support, information and advocacy to young people who have questions or concerns about their dating relationships. Free and confidential phone, live chat and texting services are available 24/7/365.

MCF helps families who care for someone with behavioral health needs. Staff provide one-to-one support to parents and caregivers of young people with mental health issues and to any one who cares for someone with a substance use or gambling issue.

The Maryland Department of Health’s Crisis Connect’s mission is to be a statewide resource always available by telephone and internet to connect citizens to health and human resources at any time.

The MDH has gathered Suicide Prevention Resources: Fact sheets, resource guides, newsletters, toolkits, as well as a suicide risk assessment and tools for outreach.

The Maryland Developmental Disabilities Council is dedicated to advancing the inclusion of Marylanders with developmental disabilities in all facets of community life.

You or members of your family may qualify for Medicaid through Maryland Health Connection to receive free or low-cost health care. Enrollment in Medicaid and the Maryland Children’s Health Program (MCHP) is year-round.

Find a dental provider (Dental Home) near your home or work, View a copy of the Member Handbook, Learn more about dental health for you and your children, and Find a phone number for help getting transportation to dental appointments.

The MNADV brings together victim service providers, allied professionals, and concerned individuals for the common purpose of reducing intimate partner and family violence and its harmful effects on our citizens.

Melwood supports children, youth and adults of differing abilities to work and play. They also provide employment, job training, life skill improvement, supportive and recreational services to more than 2000 people of differing abilities each year.

The Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services’ core services protect the community’s health, protect the health and safety of at-risk children and vulnerable adults and address basic human needs including food, shelter and clothing.

My Life is Worth Living™ is the first animated series that models the human connection shown to be protective against suicide. The series tells stories of characters who face some of the most difficult issues that young people deal with and shows their evolution in the key decision: that life is worth living.

MyMDTHINK (formally MyDHR) is the new and improved consumer portal providing access to benefits and resources including access to the MyLife site. The My Life site has an abundance of resources to assist older foster youth and alumni successfully transition to independence.

To raise public awareness of alcoholism and drug dependence issues across the state, while working to ensure those affected by the disease of addiction have the resources necessary when accessing treatment and sustaining recovery.

The National Foster Youth Institute envisions a nation where all children are raised in safe and loving families and where the child welfare system serves as a beacon of hope for families in need.

The toll-free phone and SMS text lines and live online chat function are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Help is available in English or Spanish, or in more than 200 additional languages through an on-call interpreter.

The NRS is the federally designated national runaway and homeless youth crisis hotline and online service in the United States. The mission of the NRS is to keep America’s runaway, homeless and at-risk youth safe and off the streets.

The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is a national network of local crisis centers that provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

A cloud-based, mobile friendly resource website for both service providers and community members which allows for real time information, improves access to services, and empowers citizens to more effectively address their human resources needs.

Planned Parenthood of Maryland, Inc. is here to provide you with exceptional reproductive health care. Everything you need to know, from general health care to birth control for both men and women.

The mission of Prince George’s County Health Department is to: Protect the public’s health Assure availability of and access to quality health care services; And Promote responsibility for the prevention of disease, injury and disability

Informing and empowering our residents about public health issues; Continuing to strengthen community partnerships; Maintaining a safe and healthy environment; and Preparing for and responding to public health emergencies.

SAMHSA is a partner of the National Action Alliance for Suicide Prevention, a public-private partnership advancing the national strategy for suicide prevention. Suicide is a serious public health problem that causes immeasurable pain, suffering, and loss to individuals, families, and communities nationwide.

Maryland Courts provides free legal help in civil cases for individuals who do not have a lawyer. Individuals can watch a short introductory video about the walk-in (in-person) self-help centers or the call or chat services.

Visit the Somerset County Heath Department website to get vital records and information on Behavioral Health Services, Preventive Health Services, and more.

StopBullying provides resources for teens who want to help younger children launch a bullying prevention project.

Effective suicide prevention requires multiple approaches and the Suicide Prevention Resource Center provides resources, programs, trainings, and more.

For directions, contact information, or information on services provided, visit the Talbot County Health Department’s Website.

The Blue Ribbon Project’s Mission is the prevention of all forms of child abuse and provides critical support to victims of abuse and neglect. The Blue Ribbon Project is currently serving 12 counties in the state of Maryland and the City of Baltimore.

The mission of The Center for Black Equity-Baltimore (CBE-B) is to foster a sense of belonging and connectedness among the Black LGBTQ community in the Baltimore metropolitan area and increase our capacity to be healthy.

The Frederick Center exists to support and advocate for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ+) people and our families so we thrive, accepted and affirmed, in the broader Frederick community.

The Paris Foundation is a faith based organization that provides support to those in the Greater Elkton area who are in need of material, emotional, or spiritual support.

The Pride Center of Maryland offers over 30 programs and services that reflect our dedication to ensuring Maryland’s sexual and gender minority community have equal access to care, services, and a space where they can be their authentic selves.

The Trevor Project is the leading national organization providing crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer & questioning (LGBTQ) young people under 25.

This Command Center houses resources and guidance for foster care individuals and organizations affected by the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic.

UM Prince George’s Hospital Center is an acute care teaching hospital and regional referral center that is committed to sustaining an innovative environment for our providers and students to help them deliver exceptional patient care.

The Union Hospital’s goals are to help everyone in our community stay in the best health possible, prevent disease, dispel myths and break bad habits. They offer wellness classes in a variety of areas including childbirth and family education.

UME reaches all parts of Maryland with an office in every county and Baltimore City. Find out what your Land Grant University has accomplished in communities, businesses and agriculture with program highlights in education and outreach areas.

Directions to the University of Maryland Medical Center and information about hospital and emergency services.

UM CRMC is a 109-bed medical center, with 423 medical staff delivering compassionate, award-winning care. UM CRMC ‘s mission is to provide excellent care to each patient in a safe, caring and family-centered environment.

University of Maryland Shore Regional Health extends health care services throughout the Maryland mid-Shore region. Patients can receive designated family health care in their community.

The St. Joseph Medical Center specializes in cancer treatment, heart care, and spine and orthopedic care. Also, known for its dedicated family birthing center, SJMC services the mid-Baltimore County community with Catholic health care values.

The Washington County Health Department offers a variety of services and programs to promote healthy behaviors, prevent disease and injury, and safeguard the environment.

“Our Mission: Maximize the health and wellness of all members of the community through collaborative efforts. Our Visions: Healthy People Healthy Communities.”

A staff of health care professionals provides quality services pertaining to mental health, substance abuse counseling, maternal child health, family planning, personal health, adult health, environmental health, and more.

Explore all the Y has to offer in Central Maryland! Y centers, swim lessons, group exercise classes, preschools, summer camps, mentoring & much MORE.