August 2024 | Issue 33



The Anne Arundel County Local Behavioral Health Authority or LBHA is a

partnership between the Anne Arundel County Department of Health

and the Anne Arundel County Mental Health Agency, Inc.

International Overdose Awareness Day (IOAD) is held annually on August 31st. This day is set aside to remember those who have been lost to overdoses without stigma, to recognize the grief of families and friends, and to help end overdoses. It is also a day to recognize the impact of overdoses on on those who must act as first responders when an overdose occurs, a group which not only includes medical professionals and police, but librarians,

restaurant staff, friends and many others.

This year's IOAD theme is "Together We Can" in recognition of the power of acting collectively. If you would like resources to share to raise awareness, such as social media tiles, campaign letter templates, and educational materials, visit

the IOAD Campaign Website for free downloadable materials.

If you are in crisis and need help, our Warmline is open 24/7 at 410-768-5522.

Anne Arundel County Crisis Response Survey

The Anne Arundel County Crisis Response System invites you to take a short survey about your experience using Anne Arundel County Crisis Response services or the Anne Arundel County Crisis Response Warmline.

Your input is valued and the survey includes optional sections

that allow for elaboration on your experience using these services.

National Night Out is an annual community building campaign that promotes police and community partnerships. This event features visits from emergency personnel, safety demonstrations, local resources and fun activities for all ages. Come out to connect with your neighbors and local law enforcement

at locations across Anne Arundel County on Tuesday, August 6th.

6:00 PM-8:00 PM ET at all locations

Annapolis - Busch Library on West Street, Annapolis

Eastern District - Kinder Farm Park, Millersville

Northern District – 10th Avenue Park in Brooklyn Park

Southern District - Chesapeake Christian Fellowship in Davidsonville

Western District - Crofton Country Club

Did you know around 75% of people seeking recovery achieve it? It's True! Recovery is something to be proud of and to be celebrated. The Anne Arundel County Department of Health wants you to show what recovery means to you by participating in their Show Us Your Sign Campaign.

The Maryland Department of Health's Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) Office of Government Affairs invites the following stakeholders

to review proposed changes to COMAR 10.63 (for Community-Based Behavioral Health Programs and Services) and submit comments and feedback:

1) Consumers, Families, Peers (individuals with lived experience),

Advocates and Organizations

2) Representatives from the Local Drug and Alcohol Abuse Councils

and Local Mental Health Committees

3) Representatives from the Maryland Behavioral Health Advisory Council

4) Representatives from Maryland Local Behavioral Health Authorities (LBHAs)

and Representatives from Maryland Addictions Directors Council (MADC)

5) Representatives from Wellness and Recovery Centers

for Mental Health and Substance Use

6) State Agency Representatives

7) Representation from Mental Health/Substance Use

Disorder Provider Organizations

Proposed Changes

10.63.01 Requirements for All Licensed and Certified Programs

10.63.02 Programs Required to be Accredited in Order to be Licensed to Provide Community-Based Behavioral Health Services 

10.63.03 Descriptions and Criteria for Programs and Services Required

10.63.04 Additional Requirements for Accreditation-Based Licenses for Specific Residential Community-Based Behavioral Health Services

10.63.05 Descriptions and Criteria for Programs Requiring a

Non-Accreditation-Based License or Certificate 

10.63.06 Description and Criteria for Programs and Services Required

to Have an Accreditation-Based License

10.63.09 Civil Money Penalty 

Free Teen Alcohol and Substance Use Webinar

for Parents and Caregivers

Maryland Coalition of Families and Maryland FYI will be hosting a free webinar on Tuesday, August 6th at 6:00 pm about Parent CRAFT Maryland, a self-paced online video course that teaches parents, caregivers and concerned others the skills and techniques needed to address the risks of substance abuse

and encourage a young person to enter treatment. 

Parents and caregivers learn skills to address adolescent and transitional-age youth (TAY) substance abuse through highly engaging online video segments

that include structured suggestions for practicing the skills.

8/6 Webinar: History and Theory of Play Therapy

8/9 Webinar: Understanding Hoarding- A Guide for Clinicians

8/9 Webinars: Healing from Narcissistic Abuse and Ethical Challenges in Reporting Across the Lifespan: Child Abuse, Intimate Partner Violence, and Elder Abuse (Can Register for One or Both)

8/13 Webinar: Botvin LifeSkills Training

8/15 Webinar: A Trauma Informed Approach to Ethics and Expectations

8/18 Webinar: Self Disclosure- An Ethical Approach to Knowing What to Say, When to Say it, and How to Say It.

8/19 Webinar: Trust Me, I’m a Professional-The Ethical Mandate to Provide for Optimal Client Care

8/21-8/23 16th Annual Eating Recovery Conference on Eating Disorders and Pathlight Conference on Mental Health (Virtual)

8/24-8/25 2024 Suicide Prevention Summit (Virtual)

8/1 Glen Burnie Farmers Market

8/3, 8/10, 8/17 & 8/24 Friends of Quiet Waters Park Free Outdoor Concert Series (Annapolis)

8/11 Anne Arundel County River Days Festival at West River Center (West River)

8/24 African Heritage Festival (Laurel)

8/24 Free Family Paddle Play Day at Wooton’s Landing Wetland Park (Harwood)

8/25 Anne Arundel County River Days Festival at Quiet Waters Park (Annapolis)

8/25 August Rose Annual Community BBQ and Wellness Event (Glen Burnie)

8/28 Anne Arundel County Health Equity Virtual Open Forum