Behavioral Health News, Events, & More
for the Mid-Shore Region
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U.S. Playbook to Address Social Determinants of Health |
The White House has released the first U.S. Playbook to Address Social Determinants of Health (SDOH). Many studies have shown that members of racial and ethnic minority groups experience poorer economic, physical, and behavioral health outcomes due to SDOH. The Playbook outlines an initial set of structural steps for agencies to take to promote equitable health outcomes across communities while emphasizing the need for well-coordinated health and social care systems.
The Playbook was released alongside the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Call to Action and Medicaid and CHIP’s Framework. To encourage system transformation and collaboration, partners from the fields of health care, social services, public and environmental health, government, and health information technology organizations are urged to take both individual and collective action by responding to the Call to Action. Read the press release.
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January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month |
Human trafficking includes both forced labor and sex trafficking. There are estimated to be more than 27 million adults and children subjected to human trafficking around the world, including in the United States. Traffickers often take advantage of instability caused by natural disasters, conflict, or a pandemic to exploit others. If you or someone you know is a victim of human trafficking, help is available. Please visit www.humantraffickinghotline.org, call 1-888-373-7888, text 233733, or TTY 711. Additional human trafficking resources are provided below.
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Chesapeake Voyagers Inc. is collaborating with On Our Own of Maryland, Inc. to solicit feedback from community partners that engage with young adults aged 18-35. Please consider completing a brief survey to help them better address the needs and challenges of young adults in the mid-shore community.
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Beyond Inclusion: The Intersecting Roads to Anti-Racism
What: MSBH's newest conference focused on diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB)
When: Thursday, February 29, 2024 | 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Where: Minary’s Dream Alliance, Incorporated
Cost: The conference is FREE
CEUs: 5 Category I continuing education units
Registration: Coming soon!
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The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) wants to learn from teens ages 16-18 in the Speaking Up About Mental Health! essay contest, which will award cash prizes to multiple winners. The contest is accepting essays through January 16, 2024.
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SOR Crisis Beds & A.F. Whitsitt Walk-In Services |
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12 Crisis Stabilization Beds are available for up to four days the A.F. Whitsitt Center at Kent County Health Department. SOR beds are intended to provide vital stabilization services and support for those with opioid use and/or stimulant use disorders. |
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A.F. Whitsitt Center has walk- in mornings Monday thru Friday 8 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Walk-in evenings are on Tuesdays and Thursdays 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Admissions can also be scheduled by calling 410-778-6404 and press “1” for admissions, or see referral form on www.kenthd.org. |
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Childrens Mental Health Matters Resources |
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Behavioral Health News and Reports
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Behavioral Health Surveys |
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The National Federation of Families is collecting feedback for their FAMILY Partnership Module. Complete the survey.
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Help build a healthier Maryland by taking the Maryland Department of Health's quick survey about your top health priorities. Those who are 18+ and live in Maryland are encouraged to respond. Take the survey here.
- Maryland's Office of Suicide Prevention is collecting feedback for a Suicide Prevention Toolkit to provide guidance on suicide prevention, intervention, and postvention practices for students, caregivers, faculty, staff, and the greater community. Link to adult survey.
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In-Person Trainings & Events |
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Wednesday, January 17th, 6 - 7 p.m. First Responder Recovery Meeting meets at Acadia Counseling and Wellness 9954 North Main Street #1 Berlin, MD. Direct questions to Eric Olson at 443-497-3767
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Saturday, February 3rd, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.: Teen Forum discussion about racism, violence, drugs, and voting rights, at Caroline County 4H Park, Caucus of African American Leaders
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May 29th - 30th, the 2024 CMS Health Equity Conference: Sustaining Health Equity Through Action will be a hybrid event held in person at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Bethesda, Maryland, but also available for remote attendees.
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Reading Socials is a free reading program for children in Dorchester County. taking place in Cambridge and Hurlock are sponsored by Harvesting Hope. Cambridge socials will take place on the first Saturday of every month, and Hurlock's will be held on the second Saturday of every month in 2024. To volunteer as a reader, please reach out to info@harvestinghopeinc.org.
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Tuesday, January 9th, 1- 2:30 p.m.: Creative and Mindful Engagement, Congruent Counseling Services, LLC, 1.5 CEUs
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Thursday, January 18th, 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.: Humor and Family Fun, Children's Mental Health Matters!, Free
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Wednesday, February 7th, 8:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.: virtual 2024 Advocacy Day, NAMI Maryland
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Maryland Center on Problem Gambling Free Trainings |
Maryland Center on Problem Gambling is a free resource for those affected by gambling, raising awareness and advocating for treatment, education, prevention, and research for those adversely affected by problem gambling.
Free 24/7 Hotline: 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537)
Upcoming Trainings:
Working Together: Collaborating on Problem Gambling
Date: 1/5/2024 | Time: 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. | CEUs: 1 Virtual | Register here
Cultural Formulation in a Gambling Society: The Ethics of Bringing Understanding and Responding to Care
Date: 1/9/2024 | Time: 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. | CEUs: 3 Virtual | Register here
Shame and Guilt
Date: 1/10/2024 | Time: 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. | CEUs: 1 Virtual | Register here
Maryland Sports Betting: Implications from a Policy, Prevention, and Treatment Perspective
Date: 1/19/2024 | Time: 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. | CEUs: 1 Virtual | Register here
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When Art Speaks is an initiative designed to inspire young adults' voices through creative expression!
During this virtual, two-hour strategically guided instruction, young people will explore self-empowerment, self-care, positive well-being, and creative expression while creating one-of-one masterpieces.
February 14, 2024
2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Application closes Friday, January 12th.
Applicants receive notice of selection on January 17th
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Intended Audience: Youth and young adults working in peer support, staff, peer coordinators, and similar roles working with youth and young adults with mental health challenges.
Registration will be limited to 15 participants to ensure a highly interactive experience. Priority will be given to youth and young adult leaders who work in mental health and wellness roles. Art supplies will be shipped to the selected participants.
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Talbot Mentors Parent Support Group, the last Wednesday of every month. This support group is focusing on three areas that families have identified as important: Financial Literacy, Mental Health, and Art.
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The Maryland Crime Victims’ Resource Center, Inc. (MCVRC) invites families and friends of homicide victims to participate in a safe peer support group. MCVRC welcomes individuals, families and friends to benefit from this free support service whether or not there has been an arrest or prosecution. To join, please call MCVRC at 301-952-0063 and to do an intake with an advocate. This group meets the first Tuesday evening of every month in a hybrid format.
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Delmarva Gender Expression Movement (GEM), is a support group for those who are exploring or identify anywhere along the gender spectrum. They meeting every 3rd Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. at UUFE. Address is 7401 Ocean Gateway, Easton. Email Tina.
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and include a web link, PDF, or Word Doc.
Jobs will be promoted for one month, unless notified otherwise.
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Grant & Funding Opportunities |
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Behavioral Health Assisted Living Eligible Provider Request form |
The Maryland Behavioral Health Administration, in partnership with Anne Arundel County Mental Health Agency and Mid Shore Behavioral Health Authority, has identified funding to pay for assisted living services for individuals discharged from state psychiatric hospitals. Maryland licensed Assisted Living programs interested in serving individuals discharged from state psychiatric hospitals should complete this form to be considered for eligibility for this funding. Click here for more information.
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BHA’s Office of Consumer Affairs Behavioral Health Professionals Certification Board (MABPCB) program funds the following services:
- Application and Examination costs for those seeking their Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) Certification in Maryland
- Re-testing costs for those who fail the CPRS Examination on their first try, and need to do a re-test
- Application costs for those seeking their Registered Peer Supervisor (RPS) Certification in Maryland
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Caroline County Residents
Kent County Residents
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Queen Anne's County Residents
Talbot County Residents
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Additional Links & Resources |
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Free Tech Support and Digital Skills Classes |
Marylanders Online program is a free, accessible digital literacy resource working to close the digital divide experienced by the thousands of Maryland residents who lack access to the internet, a digital device, or the skills to utilize either. Through the provision of quality resources, tools, education, and support, Marylanders Online's goal is to promote digital literacy throughout the state. The toll-free Marylanders Online helpline 1-866-206-8467 is available Monday through Friday, 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m., and Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., or by emailing marylandersonline@umd.edu. Learn more. |
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Child mental health specialists are available Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. (except on major holidays) to provide consultation in many areas of behavioral health including medication management, diagnostic issues, developmental delays, school/learning issues, autism spectrum disorders, trauma, and early childhood mental health. Call 855-Md-BHIPP (632-4477)! Click here for more information.
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Cervical cancer was once a leading cause of cancer death for women in the United States. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Hispanic/Latina women and Non-Hispanic American Indian and Alaska Native women have the highest cervical cancer rates followed by Black/African American women.
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Resources & Treatment Approach to Trauma & Loss
NEW: Autism Resources Workgroup
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Healthy attachments are at the foundation of social and interpersonal health and have
lifetime implications in the health of individuals and families. Dyadic Developmental
Psychotherapy (DDP) is a treatment approach to trauma, loss, and/or other
dysregulating experiences, based on principles derived from the theories and research of attachment, attunement, and our knowledge of trauma and interpersonal neurobiology. To refer families and children with Attachment Disorders, contact Lesa Lee at llee@forallseasons.org.
Click here for a list of trained clinicians. Please feel free to reach out to these clinicians to work with or support families and children with Attachment Disorders. The Reactive Attachments Disorders (RAD) Workgroup meets quarterly to share resources.
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Do your patients currently have health insurance through Medicaid or the
Maryland Children’s Health Program (MCHP)?
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This year, Medicaid renewals are not automatic.
- Ask your patients to make sure their contact information is up to date with Maryland Health Connection.
- Encourage them to be on the lookout for notices, as they will be contacted by mail or through their online account when it’s their turn to renew.
- And please stress the importance of completing renewals on time. Participants can log in to their account at MarylandHealthConnection.gov/Checkin or call 855-642-8572 to get started.
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The Maryland Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) is pleased to announce the launch of our new online provider directory.
The new directory makes it easier for people to find providers in their area based on county, waiver type, service and/or through a keyword search.
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The Maryland Healthy Smiles Dental Program (MHSDP) provides dental care to eligible Medicaid members. Medicaid covers a wide range of dental services. A benefits management company, Skygen, runs the program for Medicaid.
There are no premiums, deductibles, or copays for covered services. There is no maximum benefit amount each year, except for Adult Dental Pilot members. MHSDP members should never pay for covered services out of pocket.
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A self-paced online video course that teaches parents the skills they need to meet the risks of substance abuse. Parent CRAFT is based on the proven CRAFT method. |
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For information about serving on the Mid Shore Behavioral Health, Inc. Board of Directors, to request an agenda, or for instructions on attending meetings, please contact Kelley Moran at 410-770-4801 ext. 318 or email at kmoran@midshorebehavioralhealth.org.
A directory of the Board of Directors is found here.
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Mid Shore Behavioral Health, Inc.
28578 Mary’s Court, Suite 1
Easton, MD 21601
410-770-4801
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