Baltimore County Community Resources Updated 12/5/08. Table of Contents

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1 Baltimore County Community Resources Updated 12/5/08 The Baltimore County Public Library offers an on-line directory of community resources called Connections: Children, Youth & Family Services. Website: Table of Contents ADHD RESOURCES... 2 ADVOCACY FOR SPECIAL POPULATIONS... 3 DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES ADVOCACY... 3 MENTAL HEALTH ADVOCACY... 4 CHILD ABUSE REPORTING INFORMATION... 5 CHILD CARE RESOURCES... 5 CHILDREN S EDUCATION... 6 EARLY EDUCATION... 6 EARLY INTERVENTION SUPPORT SERVICES... 9 EARLY INTERVENTION WEBSITES CRISIS INTERVENTION PROGRAMS RAPE/SEXUAL ASSAULT SERVICES DOMESTIC VIOLENCE/INTIMATE PARTNER VIOLENCE BALTIMORE COUNTY PROVIDERS BALTIMORE CITY PROVIDERS SPECIALIZED DV PROGRAMS EMERGENCY MEDICAL FACILITIES ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS MENTAL HEALTH PERINATAL/POSTPARTUM DEPRESSION RESOURCES LOCAL AGENCIES MENTAL ILLNESS RESOURCES PARENTING EDUCATION SEPARATION/DIVORCE RESOURCES LEGAL SERVICES SUBSTANCE ABUSE/ADDICTIONS TREATMENT... 29

2 2 ADHD Resources 1. CHADD of Greater Baltimore (Children and Adults with ADHD) Services provided: Support groups and information for parents of children and adults with AD/HD and ADD. Date and Time: 1st Wednesday of each month from 7-9pm. Fee: none Website: Parent support groups in Dundalk, Timonium, Howard and Montgomery County. Call or check the calendar for meeting dates and locations of this group at their website. For a list of chapters in the area and support groups go to: Howard County CHADD Chapter Parent support group meetings generally held on the Second Tuesday of the month at: Norbel School 6135 Old Washington Road Elkridge, Maryland, Anne Arundel County CHADD Chapter Severna Park Speaker Meetings are held the second Tuesday of every month at: Severna Park United Methodist Church 731 Benfield Boulevard Severna Park, MD Website: Dundalk Parent Support Group Meeting Parent support group meetings generally held on the 1 st Tuesday of the month at: Merritt Point Center, Room Dunmanway Dundalk, MD Harford County Parent Support Group Parent support group meetings are generally held the second Wednesday of each month at: Harford County Public Library 100 E. Pennsylvania Ave. Bel Air, MD Linthicum Adult Support Group Support group meetings for adults with ADHD on the third Wednesday of each month at: St Christopher's Episcopal Church 116 Marydel Rd Linthicum Heights, MD Timonium Speaker Meetings Support group and speaker meetings on the first Wednesday of the month in October, November, December, February, April and May at: Loyola College Graduate School 2034 Greenspring Drive Timonium, MD

3 3 Advocacy for Special Populations Developmental Disabilities Advocacy 1. The ARC of Baltimore York Road Baltimore, MD Fax Services provided: Advocates for the rights of all citizens with mental retardation/developmental disabilities and their families. Provides dynamic support to enhance their quality of life that results in real choices, responsibilities, power and opportunities. Promotes community education on issues related to mental retardation/developmental disabilities. Website: 2. The ARC of Maryland Main Office 49 Old Solomons Island Road, Suite 205 Annapolis, Maryland (Annapolis) (Baltimore) Fax Website: 3. Pathfinders for Autism Helpline: Allegheny Avenue Towson, MD Services provided: provides information, support and resources to families of children with autism. Website: 4. The Parent's Place of Maryland Telephone (voice or TDD): Cromwell Park Drive, Suite 103, Glen Burnie, MD Website: Services provided: provides parents of children with disabilities with support, information and guidance. Also provides workshops for parents, educators and professionals. Their sole purpose is to enhance the lives of persons with disabilities. 5. Baltimore-Chesapeake Chapter of the Autism Society of America Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital 1708 West Rogers Avenue Baltimore, MD Services provided: support group meets on the first Thursday of every month at 7:00 p.m. at Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital. 6. Baltimore County Autism and Verbal Behavior Interest Group Hope Presbyterian Church 4748 Shelbourne Road Baltimore, MD

4 4 Contact: Wil Gehne at Services provided: support group for families who are raising children with autism spectrum disorder. Meetings are held on the third Tuesday of each month, from 7:00-9:00 p.m. Mental Health Advocacy 1. MD Coalition of Families for Children s Mental Health Little Patuxent Pkwy, Suite 119 Columbia, MD Toll Free: Fax: Services provided: a grassroots coalition of family and advocacy organizations dedicated to improving services for children with mental health needs and their families and building a network of information and support for families across Maryland. Web: 2. Friends of the Family, Inc Eastern Avenue, Second Floor Baltimore, Maryland Fax: (410) Services provided: part of the family support center network providing many services to strengthen families. [email protected] 3. Villa Maria Residence Family Support Meetings In-Service Training Room 2300 Dulaney Valley Road Timonium, MD (evenings) Services provided: Support and information for parents of children with emotional disorders; some sessions on special topics for parents. Date and Time: one Tuesday each month 5:45-7:30pm - call for date. Fee: none. Childcare and food provided 4

5 5 Child Abuse Reporting Information 1. Baltimore County Child Protective Services Drumcastle Government Center (FAX) 6401 York Road Baltimore, MD Baltimore City Child Protective Services (24 hours) 1900 N. Howard Street or 7002 FAX Baltimore, MD (after 3:30 fax to ) 3. Link to CPS agencies by County: Child Care Resources 1. Child Care Links: Child Care Resource and Referral Center of Baltimore County Main Number: LOCATE: North Point Blvd., Suite 112 Baltimore, MD Services provided: offers referrals and information on licensed day care in the county 2. Baltimore City Child Care Resource Center Main: Ridgely Street, Suite 200 LOCATE: Baltimore, Maryland Services provided: offers referrals and information on licensed day care. Website: Baltimore County Family Child Care Association Whitetail Court Perry Hall, Maryland Services provided: Supports family home child care providers in Baltimore County. Makes available to registered family child care provider members, parents & other interested persons in Baltimore County free accredited training workshops & information relative to family child care. Reservations required. Health insurance available at group rates for members & their families. Phone anytime for membership and meeting information. 4. Maryland Child Care Resources Network: 5

6 6 Children s Education Early Education 1. Baltimore County Public Schools--Administration Baltimore County Infants and Toddlers Program Baltimore County Public Schools ESS Building, 6901 Charles Street Towson, Maryland Services provided: Family-centered community based program for children with suspected or diagnosed developmental delay. Provides early intervention services in the home or through visits to sites located throughout Baltimore County. This program serves children ages birth to Child Find Hotline (age 3 20) Services Provided: a process used to identify children ages 3 through 20 who may be in need of special education and related services. 4. Baltimore County Head Start -- YMCA of Central Maryland Dunmanway Baltimore, Maryland Services provided: child development program providing comprehensive education and social services to pre-school children birth through age 5 and their low-income families. Provides a single point of access to services, including: health screenings, medical referrals, immunization services, developmental therapy and treatment, low-income housing assistance, legal aid referrals, parenting education and support classes, substance abuse prevention, and recreational activities for the entire family. 5. Baltimore County Public Library - Birth to Six - Focus on the First Years Youth Services Department --Rosedale Library 6105 Kenwood Avenue Rosedale, Maryland TTY/TICAL: Services provided: Supports parents and caregivers with tools to promote reading readiness in young children. Learn more about Baby Booster Kits available at your local library, get a list of good night stories, or find some sing-along compact discs or cassettes for those long car trips. You can also find helpful tips on your child's development. Baby Boosters Story Times for children ages birth to 23 months and/or the Story Timers story times for ages 2 to 6 years are offered at your local library. 6. Baltimore County Public Schools - Early Intervention and Family Literacy 9610 Pulaski Park Drive, Suite 219 Baltimore, Maryland Even Start Family Literacy Program or 2345 Services provided: This free program provides early childhood education, parenting and adult education focusing on the needs of the entire family. During the parent's adult education time, the 6

7 7 children will be participating in an early childhood program. Program includes parent and child interaction time and family home visits. Serves parents who are eligible for Academic Skills Enhancement (ASE), General Education Diploma (GED), or English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) classes, and who have at least one child age 10 or younger at the time of registration. Website: H.I.P.P.Y. (Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters) Services provided: Weekly home visits are made by trained paraprofessionals who role-play scripted activities with parents. A parent is requested to work with each child 15 to 20 minutes each day to support classroom instruction beyond the home visit. Website: Baltimore County Public Schools Resource Centers for Families and Schools: Services provided: 5 centers provide educational and instructional resources for teachers and Baltimore County families. Each center is equipped with materials and staff to assist parents, daycare providers, and community-based organizations with educational resources that support learning. Offers disability support, parent materials, home school liaison and an outreach library. Provides instructional materials and production equipment, lending library of instructional materials for Baltimore County Public School (BCPS) teachers, a Parent Information Center, and an Outreach Library for Baltimore County Public School parents, programs/workshops, information and support to strengthen the instructional programs for all Baltimore County students. Offers parent support in special education for parents of children with disabilities. Website: 1. Battle Monument Resource Center for Families and Schools 7801 East Collingham Drive Dundalk, Maryland Campfield Resource Center for Families and Schools 6834 Alter Street Baltimore, Maryland Maiden Choice Resource Center for Families and Schools 4901 Shelbourne Road Baltimore, Maryland Middlesex Resource Center for Families and Schools 142 Bennett Road Baltimore, MD Resource Center for Families and Schools 8401 Leefield Road Baltimore, Maryland ; Special Needs contact:

8 8 6. Parent Support in Special Education Center -- White Oak Center 8401 Leefield Road Baltimore, Maryland ; Special Needs contact: Services Provided: Provides information and support for parents and families for students with disabilities ages birth to 21. Center assists families of children with disabilities in locating and obtaining services for their child. Workshops to inform parents of their rights pertaining to the education of their child. Maintains a lending library of articles, books and videotapes on a wide range of special education topics such as special education law, types of disabilities, support groups and recreational opportunities. Provides facility for the development of instructional materials. Computers at the resource center are available for family use. Website: The Community College of Baltimore Co. (Essex Campus) Children's Developmental Clinic 7201 Rossville Boulevard, P-3 Baltimore, Maryland Services provided: Clinic for ages 1 to 14 utilizes "movement and fitness therapy", geared toward total developmental needs of each child. It serves children with emotional, social and physical challenges and their parents, in a recreational and educational environment. Acceptance on referral basis only, but concerned parents may call to be referred to a private physician to confirm need for therapy. Referrals from professional personnel usually are for faulty neuromuscular control and/or physical fitness or other types of developmental problems. It is not a formal medical, physical therapy, occupational therapy or psychotherapy program. Children are matched with trained volunteer clinicians who guide them as they play and learn. The Parentmobile -- Baltimore County Public Schools Stemmers Run Road Baltimore Maryland Services provided: A traveling resource center with technological and material resources to assist parents in helping their children learn. The Parentmobile travels to Baltimore County schools, community fairs, apartment complexes, and local businesses. Parent Services Assistants on the bus help parents and community members access information about Baltimore County Public Schools programs and resources. Visitors can learn about the services and resources available to them and their children that promote learning and increased student achievement. Website: 8

9 9 Early Intervention Support Services 1. Baltimore County Healthy Families Abilities Network, Inc LaSalle Road Towson, Maryland Fax: Services provided: services that focus on successful parenting through individualized intensive home visitation support to families of children from the prenatal stage through age 5. Initial contact must occur from the prenatal stage through two weeks following the birth. Services are voluntary and available to families in specific communities in Baltimore County. Website: 2. Baltimore County Healthy Start, Inc Baltimore County Department of Health 6401 York Rd. Baltimore, MD Services provided: case management, home visiting and outreach to pregnant women and children with the goal of improving pregnancy outcomes, reducing infant mortality, and enhancing family health and well-being. Who is Eligible?: Pregnant Baltimore County residents of any age who have Medical Assistance and are at risk of having a pregnancy with medical or psychosocial difficulties. Risk is defined by one or more factors such as age; use of tobacco, alcohol or other drugs; history of previous birth complications; lack of access to medical care; health conditions of the mother; or lack of basic necessities (food, shelter, or income). How Services Are Obtained: A Maryland Risk Assessment Form should be submitted by the prenatal health care provider to the above address. Website: 3. Franklin Square Hospital Center Postpartum Support Group Franklin Square Drive Baltimore, Maryland

10 10 Early Intervention Websites a. Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies Coalition: b. Maternal and Child Health Bureau, Department of Health and Human Services c. National Association of Child Care Resource and Referral Agencies d. National Association for the Education of Young Children: e. National Partnership for Women and Families: f. Zero to Three: 10

11 11 Crisis Intervention Programs 1. Baltimore County Crisis Team: 24/7 Hotline: (410) Mobile Crisis Team: (MCT) Staffed by specially trained County police officers and mental health clinicians, MCT can respond on-site to calls from the eastern portion of the County. Hours of operation: Daily 10:00 a.m. 1:00 a.m. In Home Intervention Team (IHIT): Staffed by mental health professionals, IHIT can provide non-crisis, on-site assistance County-wide, beginning January 2006, Monday -Friday, 12:00 p.m. 8:00 p.m. Urgent Care Clinic: Two locations available 7 days/week, Monday-Friday evenings, Saturday/Sunday daytime. The clinic can provide an appointment within 48 hours for urgent cases requiring assessment and brief treatment. 2. Baltimore Crisis Response, Inc. (BCRI) (Baltimore City): (410) Hotline: Available 24 hours/day, 7 days/week, the hotline provides help to people who are having a psychiatric crisis and to people who are homeless. Crisis Team Services: From 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. 7 days/week, the Crisis Team will go to where the individual is located to provide crisis services. The Crisis Team provides services to adults who are residents of Baltimore City. The Crisis Team will go to the individual's home, the emergency department, a clinic or any other location in or near Baltimore City. BCRI provides beds to people in psychiatric crisis, including people in need of drug or alcohol detoxification. BCRI provides aftercare and provides assistance in applying for benefits. BCRI cannot assist people with major non-psychiatric medical problems. 3. Baltimore Child And Adolescents Response System (B-CARS): B-CARS provides crisis services to people under 18 years old who are having a psychiatric crisis and who are residents of Baltimore City. B-CARS provides crisis services to youths in their homes. B- CARS helps arrange for any other necessary services. B-CARS provides follow-up services to youths who have been discharged from a hospital. B-CARS takes calls 24 hours a day everyday. Emergency Department personnel can call from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. The crisis teams will go to where the youth is located, including the home, the emergency department, a clinic or other locations. 4. Baltimore County Department of Social Services hours, 7 days a week referral line to connect you to a wide range of services and people who can best help you. All reports of suspected child or adult abuse and neglect, as well as all requests for services to families, adults or adolescents are handled by this unit. 5. Grassroots Crisis Intervention Center Hotline Local crisis intervention services, including suicide, are available 24-hours a day, 7 days a week. Professional counseling staff and trained volunteers will listen, provide support and make referrals. Crisis intervention counseling is available by phone or in person for anyone in need of immediate assistance with a personal, situational, or mental health crisis. Services are free of charge and confidential. 6. First Call For Help: (410) in the greater Baltimore dialing area (800) outside Baltimore, within Maryland (toll-free) (410) TTY for hearing impaired (8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. weekdays) all other hours, dial 711, Maryland Relay. 11

12 12 Services provided: a free, confidential service that connects callers with health and human services using the only statewide comprehensive information and referral directory in Maryland. We re available 24 hours a day seven days a week. 7. Maryland Youth Crisis Hotline: (24/7) 8. National Suicide Hotline: SUICIDE ( ) 9. Child Protection Team University of Maryland Medical System , W. Lombard, Gray Hall, 1 st Floor Baltimore, MD Target Population: UMMS staff who work with abused and neglected children Services provided: Information, resources, consultation, support, advocacy, education and training. Payments: No fee Hours: 24 hours leave a message if no one is available Rape/Sexual Assault Services TurnAround, Inc Hotline: (410) Washington Ave., Suite 300 Towson, MD Website: Baltimore County Family Violence Unit Baltimore County/Carroll County Sexual Assault/Domestic Violence Crisis Court accompaniment for domestic violence victims and assistance and support for victims as they go through the criminal justice process. Domestic Violence Referral Program interviews and refers violent offenders to counseling, reports non-compliance to the courts. The Care Clinic/Center for Families, University of MD, Baltimore W. Lombard, Gray Hall, 1 st Floor Baltimore, MD Services provided: provides free child and family therapy to children and families affected by or sexual abuse or exposure to domestic violence. Provides clinical assessment, advocacy services and psychiatric services. Maryland Coalition Against Sexual Assault, Inc. (MCASA) RAPE(7273) 1517 Gov. Ritchie Highway, Suite Arnold, MD Link to Maryland Rape Recovery Centers by County: 12

13 13 Domestic Violence/Intimate Partner Violence 1. Baltimore County Providers: (Hotline) o Baltimore County Family Violence Unit Baltimore County/Carroll County Sexual Assault/Domestic Violence Crisis Court accompaniment for domestic violence victims and assistance and support for victims as they go through the criminal justice process. Domestic Violence Referral Program interviews and refers violent offenders to counseling, reports non-compliance to the courts. o The Care Clinic/Center for Families, University of MD, Baltimore W. Lombard, Gray Hall, 1 st Floor Baltimore, MD Services provided: provides free child and family therapy to children and families affected by or sexual abuse or exposure to domestic violence. Provides clinical assessment, advocacy services and psychiatric services. o Family and Children s Services of Central MD Lord Baltimore Drive Suite 206 Baltimore, Maryland Services provided: Offers child sexual abuse treatment program to children who have experienced various forms of child abuse (sexual, physical, or emotional). Provides domestic violence individual and group counseling for victims and children, court accompaniment, case management, outreach and emergency shelter for victims of domestic violence. o Family Crisis Center of Baltimore County, Inc P.O. Box (shelter) Dundalk, Maryland Services provided: Provides wide range of services for those experiencing family conflict and family violence. Individual, couple or family counseling by appointment. Safe shelter for family members who must leave their homes in order to prevent violence from occurring. New Behaviors Group provides alternative ways of dealing with anger and conflict for those persons who have been violent towards family members. Offers victim advocate services, court room accompaniment, cellular phone distribution, and victim support groups for those members of the family who have been the recipients of violence. o TurnAround, Inc Services provided: provides support, counseling & information to victims of sexual assault, incest, and domestic violence, regardless of sex or age. Counseling by appointment. Two Locations: Rosedale Eastern Family Resource Center Franklin Square Drive, Room 302 Baltimore, Maryland Towson

14 Washington Avenue, Suite 300 Towson, Maryland o ACTS, Inc. (Martha's Place and Harriet House) East Burke Avenue Towson, Maryland Services provided: Offers transitional housing and supportive services to survivors of domestic violence. Operates two houses providing residential services to women and children. 2. Baltimore City Providers: (Hotline) TTY: House of Ruth: House of Ruth Hotline: TurnAround, Inc o Family and Children's Services of Central Maryland - Woodlawn Office o The Care Clinic/Center for Families, University of MD, Baltimore W. Lombard, Gray Hall, 1 st Floor Baltimore, MD Services provided: provides free child and family therapy to children and families affected by or sexual abuse or exposure to domestic violence; provides clinical assessment, advocacy services and psychiatric services. o South Baltimore Family Health Center Behavioral Health Services 31 Cherry Hill Road Baltimore, Md Target Population: Substance abusers, violent offenders Services: Counseling for substance abuse and family violence Payment: Sliding scale, insurance, MA o Sinai Hospital of Baltimore 2401 West Belvedere Avenue Baltimore, Maryland , TTY: ; Emergency Center: , TTY: Link to IPV resources by Maryland county: 14

15 15 Specialized DV Programs o St. Michael s Outreach Center/Adelante (Hispanic/Latina-Baltimore City/County) o CHANA (Counseling, Helpline and Aid Network for Abused Women) West Mount Royal Avenue Baltimore, Maryland Services provided: Aids individuals in the Jewish community who are victims of domestic violence by providing support, counseling and assistance. Helpline provides information about the dynamics of domestic violence, safety planning, counseling, and referrals to community resources. Offers individual counseling, at no cost, and weekly support groups for Jewish women to share their own experiences; operates a Kosher Safehouse for women and their children who are in crisis and need to be away from their abusive partner/parent and provides pro bono and reduced-fee legal services by volunteer lawyers. o Asian/Pacific Islander Domestic Violence Resource Project P.O. Box Washington, DC Fax: Website: 15

16 16 Emergency Medical Facilities 1. Franklin Square Hospital Center 9000 Franklin Square Drive Baltimore, Maryland , TTY: ; Emergency Department: , TTY: Good Samaritan Hospital 5601 Loch Raven Boulevard Baltimore, Maryland , TTY: ; Emergency Department: Greater Baltimore Medical Center (GBMC) 6701 North Charles Street Towson, Maryland , TTY: ; Emergency Room: Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center 4940 Eastern Avenue Baltimore, Maryland , TTY: ; Emergency Department: Northwest Hospital Center 5401 Old Court Road Randallstown, Maryland , TTY: St. Agnes Hospital 900 Caton Avenue Baltimore, Maryland ; Emergency Care: St Joseph Medical Center 7601 Osler Drive Towson, Maryland , TTY: ; Emergency Department: Sheppard Pratt Health System 6501 North Charles Street Towson, Maryland or ; Therapy Referral Service: or ; TTY: Services provided: Emergency psychiatric services. Therapy Referral Service (TRS) is a free, confidential telephone service that will assist in referrals to Sheppard Pratt's outpatient therapists or other mental health resources. 9. Sinai Hospital of Baltimore 2401 West Belvedere Avenue Baltimore, Maryland , TTY: ; Emergency Center: , TTY:

17 17 Enrichment Programs 1. YMCA Towson Family Branch W. Chesapeake Ave. Towson, MD fax: YMCA a. Druid Hill Family Branch Druid Hill Ave. Baltimore, MD fax: b. Harry & Jeanette Weinberg YMCA at Stadium Place YMCA (9622) 900 E. 33rd Street Baltimore, MD c. Urban Services S. Charles St., Suite. 600 Baltimore, MD d. White Marsh / Fullerton Family Branch P.O. Box Rosedale, MD fax: Baltimore County Department of Recreation and Parks Washington Avenue TTY: Towson, Maryland Services provided: comprehensive offering of recreation activities including baseball, softball, soccer, crafts, teen centers and teen drop-ins, roller skating and ceramics. Programs are held in Baltimore County schools and parks. Website: 4. Baltimore Chesapeake Bay Outward Bound Eagle Drive Baltimore, Maryland Services provided: purpose is to foster human development through wilderness activities & expeditions. Courses teach wilderness skills, help to develop self confidence, leadership & teamwork. Website: 5. Baltimore County Police Department - Police Explorer Program East Joppa Road Towson, Maryland Services provided: introduction to law enforcement for youth ages Regular meetings and basic instruction in various phases of law enforcement. Field trips and ride-along programs. 17

18 18 Police Athletic League (PAL) Centers: Drop in centers for youth ages 8-17 where police officers and youth can interact in a positive manner through constructive activities that aid in character development. Supervised and staffed by Police Department officers, Recreation Coordinators and community volunteers. Free counseling services available to the children. The Bureau of Substance Abuse provides drug prevention services which include tutorial assistance, arts and crafts, community service opportunities and life skills training. LOCATIONS: Cockeysville Dundalk or Greenside Drive 7701 Dunmanway Cockeysville, Maryland Dundalk, Maryland Hillendale Lansdowne Halstead Road 2301 Alma Road Baltimore, Maryland Lansdowne, Maryland Mars Estates Scotts Branch Homberg Avenue 3651 Rolling Road Baltimore, Maryland Baltimore, Maryland Shady Spring Winfield or Goldenwood Road 8304 Carlson Lane Baltimore, Maryland Baltimore, Maryland Woodmoor or Croydon Road Baltimore, Maryland Baltimore County Public Library York Road Towson, Maryland Services provided: programs for children, youth and families including story times, puppet shows, and a summer reading club. Baltimore County Public Library - Mobile Library Services or North Point Library 1716 Merritt Boulevard Baltimore, Maryland Services provided: bookmobiles serving Baltimore County residents. 18

19 19 Mental Health 1. Perinatal/Postpartum Depression Resources Websites: Franklin Square Hospital Center Postpartum Support Group Franklin Square Drive Baltimore, Maryland Services provided: support group facilitated by hospital staff for new moms and their babies. Center for Infant & Child Loss at UMAB SIDS (7437) 630 W. Fayette Street Room Baltimore, Maryland Website: Link to support groups in Maryland: e&page_id=44&mmn_position=39:7 2. Local Agencies Sheppard Pratt Health System Urgent Assessments and evaluations: Outpatient Therapy: Therapy Referral Service: or Inpatient (Towson or Ellicott City): Website: The Pro Bono Counseling Project ; or Services provided: provides counseling on a wide variety of issues, including family and couples issues and depression, for person with low incomes; generally provided at no cost. Statewide. Website: The Care Clinic/Center for Families, University of MD, Baltimore W. Lombard, Gray Hall, 1 st Floor Baltimore, MD Services provided: provides free child and family therapy to children and families affected by or sexual abuse or exposure to domestic violence. Provides clinical assessment, advocacy services and psychiatric services. Jewish Family Services Park Heights Avenue Baltimore, Maryland (other locations in Owings Mills and Howard County) Jewish Information and Referral Service: search engine can be found at: [email protected] Website: 19

20 20 Services provided: multi-service agency provides counseling for all age groups, including children, adolescents, adults and elder care services as well as many other services. Many services are available on a non-sectarian basis. Most health insurances accepted as well as a limited sliding fee scale. Dundalk Youth Services Center (DYSC) Yorkway Dundalk, Maryland Fax: Services provided: individual and family counseling including play therapy services offered to younger clients. Groups for adolescents and for adults are offered within the agency and community, as needed. Groups vary according to expressed needs and available resources. Outreach program includes community education on various topics. [email protected] Website: East Baltimore Youth and Family Services Maceo Hallmon, Director 500 N. Caroline Street Baltimore, Maryland Fax: (410) [email protected] Website: Psych Associates Care, LLC Bel Air Office Towson Office N. Main Street, Suite Sister Pierre Drive Bel Air, MD Towson, MD Services provided: comprehensive behavioral health services offered by psychiatrists and social workers. Website: Mosaic Behavioral Health Centers (an affiliate of Sheppard Pratt) Timonium Office: Greenspring Dr., Timonium, MD Northwest Office: Resource Dr. Randallstown, MD Catonsville Office: Bloomsbury Ave. Catonsville, MD Services provided: comprehensive outpatient mental health counseling centers addressing a range of behavioral health challenges. Website: 20

21 21 North Baltimore Center (Sheppard Pratt Affiliate) N. Charles Street Baltimore, MD Services provided: outpatient mental health including therapy to adolescents, adults and mediation evaluation and management. Website: The Women s Growth Center GROW ( ) 5209 York Road, #B12 Baltimore, MD Services provided: Provides individual, couples, family and group therapy on an outpatient basis offering a feminist approach to therapy. Services are by appointment and fees are based on a sliding fee scale. Some insurance accepted. Website: Johns Hopkins Community Psychiatry Bayview Medical Center 4940 Eastern Avenue Baltimore, Md Target Population: All ages, dual diagnosis, substance abuse and mental health issues Services provided: Outpatient psychiatry services: medication management, therapy, case management, some transportation. John s Hopkins Women s Center North Broadway Baltimore, MD Target Population: Women ages 18 and over Services provided: parenting classes, art therapy, GED and Computer classes, methadone maintenance, reduced fare card for transportation. Kennedy Krieger Institute The Family Clinic East Biddle Street Baltimore, MD Target Population: Neglected children Services provided: Assessment, therapy, START program for offending children, some transportation. Evaluation Clinic crisis assessment, psychological assessment, cognitive evaluation. Home-based therapeutic services counseling, in-home services, child advocacy, behavior management, parenting skills. Certified Counseling Associates, Inc Rockdale Professional Center Suite 23 Baltimore, MD

22 22 The Counseling Center of Maryland Providence Road Towson, MD Metro Maryland Counseling Center Greenmeadow Drive, Suite 106 Timonium, MD Psychology Consultants Associated York Place 1205 York Road Lutherville, MD Wellspring Counseling LaSalle Road The Chester Building Suite 325 Towson, MD Mt. Washington Clinical Practice , ext South Road Baltimore, MD Applied Therapeutic Services Taylor Ave. Suite 212 Baltimore, MD Baltimore Counseling Center Harford Road Baltimore, MD Family and Children's Services of Central Maryland - Woodlawn Office Lord Baltimore Drive Suite 206 Baltimore, Maryland Services provided: Offers child sexual abuse treatment program to children who have experienced various forms of child abuse (sexual, physical, or emotional). Provides domestic violence individual and group counseling for victims and children, court accompaniment, case management, outreach and emergency shelter for victims of domestic violence. Website: Franklin Square Hospital Center Whitesquare Professional Building 9000 Franklin Square Boulevard, Baltimore, MD Behavioral Health: Crisis Intervention:

23 23 Key Point Health Services Community Mental Health Clinics Harford County N. Parke Street Aberdeen, MD Catonsville N. Rolling Road Catonsville, MD Dundalk Dunmanway Baltimore, MD Baltimore County Core Service Agency Bureau of Mental Health Services provided: regulates the public mental health system for Baltimore County. Medical Assistance (MAPS-MD) provider information:

24 24 Mental Illness Resources 1. NAMI (National Alliance for the Mentally Ill) Metro Baltimore: York Road/ Baltimore, MD (410) (fax) Services Provided: Advocacy and support group for family members and friends of people with mental illness. Services include peer education programs and mutual (peer-led) support groups, a help-line, active family peer support groups meet in Baltimore County and City monthly; active peer support groups for consumers of mental health services meet in Baltimore City monthly. Community Outreach and Public Education; Information Meetings and Workshops: Website: Metro_Baltimore&Site=NAMI_Metropolitan_Baltimore&Template=/ContentManagement/H TMLDisplay.cfm&ContentID= MD Coalition of Families for Children s Mental Health Little Patuxent Pkwy, Suite 119 Columbia, MD Toll Free: Fax: Services provided: a grassroots coalition of family and advocacy organizations dedicated to improving services for children with mental health needs and their families and building a network of information and support for families across Maryland. Web: 3. DRADA (Depression & Related Affective Disorders Association) 2330 W. Joppa Road, Suite Lutherville, MD Website: [email protected] Services provided: provides information, education and support services to individuals, families and professionals about depression and bipolar disorder. 4. The Mental Health Association of Maryland: MHAM (6426) 700 W. 40 th Street, Suite 460 Baltimore, MD Website: Services provided: provides education and advocacy on behalf of people with mental illness and coordinates with the following local chapters: Metropolitan Baltimore (serves Balto. City, Co. and Harford Counties): , ext. 202 Howard County: Lower Shore (serves Somerset, Wicomico and Worcester Counties: Montgomery County: Prince George s County:

25 25 Talbot County (serves the Eastern Shore): Washington County: Depression Bipolar Support Alliance, Baltimore County Essex Library Meeting Room Support Group: 1 st and 3 rd Monday 25

26 26 Parenting Education 1. The Family Tree/Parent Stress line: N. Charles Street Baltimore, MD Office: fax: Website: Services provided: offers a range of programs providing structured support and home based education to parents and their children; advocacy and outreach services offered free-of-charge to thousands of families. Programs include Family Education and Support, Positive Parenting Program: 12-week skill-building program through the development and strengthening of their own skills. Parent Assistance in the Home (PATH): a home-based program parenting where a Family Support Advocates assesses a family s needs and services are provided in the home for 60 to 90 minutes weekly and offers short-term, intensive intervention for up to 12 weeks. Family Life Workshops and Groups: Workshops are currently offered in Anne Arundel, Baltimore, Howard and Prince George s counties and Baltimore City. Neighborhood Investment programs and Community Services programs. Included Parents Anonymous Groups. 2. Friends of the Family, Inc Family Support Centers (FSC) Services provided: various parent education classes and support groups. Website: Bon Secours FSC Our House N. Fulton Avenue 2702 Sethlow Road Baltimore, MD Baltimore, MD Southeast Baltimore DRU FSC Early Head Start Center 2100 Eutaw Place 2811 Dillon Street Baltimore, MD Baltimore, MD Park Heights FSC Waverly FSC Pimlico Rd. 829 Montpelier Street Baltimore, MD Baltimore, MD

27 27 Separation/Divorce Resources 1. The Family Tree/Parent Stress line: ; N. Charles Street Baltimore, MD fax: Website: 2. Lighthouse Inc Mellor Ave Catonsville, MD Services provided: parenting education classes on separation and divorce ages Counseling, Family Preservation/Permanency Planning, Juvenile Justice. Family counseling for families with children up to Parents Without Partners Support Groups: Baltimore Chapter: ( ; Services provided: Parents Without Partners provides single parents and their children with an opportunity for enhancing personal growth, self-confidence and sensitivity towards others by offering an environment for support, friendship and the exchange of parenting techniques Website: 4. National Family Resilience Center, Inc (Formerly Child of Separation and Divorce) Little Patuxent Parkway Satellite Office: NFRC Center, Rockville 2000 Century Plaza Suite Hungerford Drive, Suite 9-B Second Floor Columbia, Maryland Rockville, MD fax Services provided: individual, couple, family, parent, co-parent, pre-marital, marital, separation and blended family counseling. Website: Legal Services 1. Legal Aid (low income) Website: 2. Maryland Disability Law Center Services: Maryland Disability Law Center (MDLC) is the designated Protection and Advocacy agency for the State of Maryland, mandated to advance the civil rights of people with disabilities. We are a nonprofit legal services organization. We use an array of strategies including information and referral, direct representation, abuse and neglect investigations, technical assistance, community outreach and training. Our goal is to create a more integrated and just society by advancing the legal rights of people with disabilities and ensuring equal opportunities to participate in community life. Website: 27

28 28 3. Maryland Volunteer Lawyer Service Services: MVLS provides free or reduced fee representation to low-income individuals and non-profits throughout Maryland who have civil legal problems. Website: 4. Maryland Mediation Centers South Crain Highway Suite 200 B Glen Burnie, Maryland Services: Community Mediation Maryland Centers are located throughout the State of Maryland. All provide mediation services at the community level, regardless of participants' ability to pay, making mediation accessible to any member of the community. Website: 28

29 29 Substance Abuse/Addictions Treatment 1. Baltimore County Substance Abuse Systems: Baltimore City Coordinator: Provides information, resources, funding, and referral for alcohol, and substance abuse treatment. Website: 2. ACCESS to Treatment provides referral to substance abuse treatment and services by county: Baltimore County Baltimore City Link to ACCESS for other counties: 3. Project Grace (Balto. City): Outreach project with Baltimore Substance Abuse Systems to provide linkage for consumers to substance abuse providers. 4. Alcoholics Anonymous: Loch Raven Boulevard, Suite 4 Baltimore, MD Maryland Website: National Website: 5. Baltimore Area Alcoholics Anonymous Loch Raven Boulevard, Suite 4 Baltimore, MD [email protected] Website: Maryland Website: National Website: Services provided: support groups and education about alcohol addictions. American Council on Alcoholism, Inc. (ACA) Provides statewide referral services for alcoholism. 6. American Council for Drug Education DRUG 7. The Freestate Region of Narcotics Anonymous (NA): Maryland Website: Nar-Anon Family Groups of MD, DC and VA: Phone: National Website: 8. Harbour Pointe -- Gambling Hotline: LOST BET ( ); East Baltimore Street Baltimore, Maryland

30 30 Services provided: Hotline is operated by professionals and volunteers. This line responds to calls from compulsive gamblers and their loved ones who are in crisis. Makes referrals to Gamblers Anonymous and other self-help groups. Website: 9. Al-Anon/Alateen Baltimore County Baltimore City Website: Cocaine Hotline HELP 11. Heroin Help Line: Narcotics Anonymous or Partners in Recovery The Addiction Treatment Center-GBMC/Sheppard Pratt 98-A Industry Lane 1200 East Fayette Street, Baltimore, MD Forest Hill MD Services provided: services provided include Ambulatory Detoxification, Partial Hospitalization, Dual Diagnosis, Intensive Outpatient, Continuing Care, Outpatient Group Therapy, Outpatient Education, Relapse Prevention Program, Multifamily Group, Family and Individual Therapy, Intervention Services, Adolescent Intensive Outpatient Program and DMV & DWI Programs. 14. Phoenix Recovery Center--inpatient and outpatient services Edgewood Road Edgewood MD Website: Services provided: a non-hospital detox, an intensive outpatient program with supervised transitional beds, outpatient program and halfway house. All of these programs are licensed and certified by the Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. 15. Mountain Manor--Main Administrative Offices Frederick Ave. Baltimore MD cnejus@ mountainmanor.org Website: 30