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Governor Larry Hogan FY2023 Budget Announcement

Governor Hogan presents FY 2023 budget focused on tax relief, education, relief for underserved Marylanders [VIDEO]

Posted on January 20, 2022 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Larry Hogan on Wednesday presented his Fiscal Year 2023 (FY 2023) surplus budget, which strengthens the state’s Rainy Day Fund to record levels, delivers major tax relief to retirees and working families, expands relief for vulnerable Marylanders, makes record investment in K-12 education and school construction, increases funding for the Maryland Park Service, fully funds Chesapeake Bay restoration, […]

Maryland Department of Health launches Youth Suicide Prevention Toolkit, MD Young Minds program

Posted on December 15, 2021 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Health this week announced the launch of a new Youth Suicide Prevention Toolkit and MD Young Minds, two new resources designed to support teens and adolescents who may be struggling with mental health issues. MDH’s Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) developed the new resources to help Maryland youth find mental health support. “Engaging directly with young […]

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Department of Aging announces Dementia Friendly Baltimore County initiative

Posted on December 1, 2021 by Chris Montcalmo

TOWSON, MD—The Baltimore County Department of Aging will next week launch Dementia Friendly Baltimore County (DBFC), a new community-based, cross-sector initiative aimed to create a more inclusive and accessible Baltimore County. Dementia Friendly Baltimore County will officially kick-off at a virtual event on Wednesday, December 8 from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Participants can register online here. “Baltimore County is […]

Maryland Department of Health to award $55 million in mental health, substance use grant funding

Posted on November 1, 2021 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Health on Monday announced $55 million in grant funding from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) as part of the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARPA). The funding, slated to begin distribution in November, will provide relief to behavioral health patients and service providers who have been impacted by the pandemic […]

Governor Hogan, Lt. Governor Rutherford recognize May as Mental Health Awareness Month in Maryland

Posted on May 14, 2021 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Larry Hogan has declared May 2021 as Mental Health Awareness Month in Maryland. Lieutenant Governor Boyd K. Rutherford presented the proclamation during a meeting of the Commission to Study Mental and Behavioral Health in Maryland, which studies Marylanders’ access to mental health services and the link between mental health issues and substance use disorders. “One of our key […]

Maryland Department of Health launches Operation Courage mental health program for frontline workers, first responders

Posted on January 11, 2021 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Health on Monday announced Operation Courage, a new support services program designed to address the growing and long-term mental health care needs of frontline workers and first responders amid the COVID-19 pandemic. The program launched with a new website and an online assessment designed to encourage workers to get needed help. “We are grateful for […]

Thriveworks to open new counseling office in Perry Hall

Posted on October 22, 2020 by Chris Montcalmo

NOTTINGHAM, MD—A new counseling facility will soon be opening in the Perry Hall/Nottingham area. David S. Brown Enterprises on Friday announced that Thriveworks would be coming soon to the Blakely Building on Belair Road. Thriveworks connects individuals with providers who help their clients manage challenges like depression, anxiety, relationship issues, major life transitions, and more. The company has offices across […]

Maryland Department of Health launches MD Mind Health

Posted on July 8, 2020 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Health on Wednesday announced the launch of MD Mind Health, a new text-based mental health initiative to fight isolation and encourage mental wellness. The new program was developed by the MDH Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) in partnership with Maryland 211, the state’s crisis hotline. “Staying connected with family, friends and other support systems is more […]

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