November 2025 | Issue 48



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.

If you are interested in subscribing to the Anne Arundel County LBHA

Provider Announcement Listserv, please email your request to

aac-lbha-connect@aacounty.org

Saturday, November 22nd is International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day, intended to be a day when friends and family of those who have died by suicide come together for healing and support. The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) will be hosting two virtual events on Facebook and YouTube for survivors of suicide loss: Día De Esperanza, which will include a Spanish language panel, on November 21st, and Survivor Day Live on November 22nd. AFSP also has created a guide for those who would like to learn tips for talking to suicide loss survivors thoughtfully and responsibly.

November is National Family Caregivers Month.There are over 63 million family caregivers in the U.S., providing billions of hours of care anually, often unpaid and while also handling other repsonsibilities. This year's theme is "Plug In To Care". The Caregiver Action Network has compiled resources for caregivers focusing on connections to help caregivers "plug in" to tools and resources.

Tuesday, November 11th is Veterans Day. The Service Member, Veterans and Families (SMVF) Committee of the Anne Arundel County Department of Health Suicide Prevention Coalition is involved in suicide prevention and community engagement events. They hold monthly meetings and organize initiatives such as fireside chats, claims clinics, and outreach to mental health agencies and veteran services. The committee also focuses on partnerships and bringing awareness of resources that educate and support residents to meet the mental health needs of service members, veterans and their families in Anne Arundel County. 

For questions about the SMVF Committee or the Anne Arundel County Department of Health Suicide Prevention Coalition:

Email Suicide-Prevention@aacounty.org or call 410-222-6371.

We would like to wish everyone a healthy and peaceful Thanksgiving,

with opportunities to spend time with friends and loved ones.

If you are in crisis and need help, call 988 and our Warmline is open 24/7

at 410-768-5522.

The Anne Arundel County Behavioral Health Advisory Council

Next Virtual Meeting: November 18th

Established in 1999, members of the Behavioral Health Advisory Council (BHAC) include key stakeholders across the system committed to the utilization of the CCISC model and ensuring that Anne Arundel County provides an accessible, comprehensive behavioral health system for all residents.

 Participants on the council are co-chairs from Anne Arundel County Department of Health and Anne Arundel County Mental Health Agency, mental-health

and substance-use providers, hospital representatives, community members, cultural-organization representatives, and more. 

Their goal is to improve the mental wellness of all Anne Arundel County residents and assure access to needed services. Providers and referring agencies are empowered to successfully identify, refer and treat individuals with any Behavioral Health challenge. They provide input, direction, and influence on

behavioral health action planning in the county.

Meetings are held via Zoom.

All Anne Arundel County residents are welcome to attend,

however registration is required.

Next meeting: Tuesday, November 18th, 9:00 AM-10:30 AM ET

Download the Meeting Registration Link

Join the Community Foundation of Anne Arundel County for a free, in-person presentation of the 2025 Community Needs Assessment-Poverty Amidst Plenty VIII . This event offers an in-depth look at the strengths and challenges facing Anne Arundel County.

Dr. Pamela Brown, lead author of the report and respected data and policy expert, will present key findings and trends in the areas of education, health, housing, income, and the environment. Her presentation will help guide meaningful discussion and inform action across sectors.

Attendees will receive a complimentary printed copy of the full report.

This event is free and open to the public.

Space is limited, advance registration is required.

Wednesday, November 5th

6:00 PM-8:00 PM ET

Location:

Anne Arundel Community College

The transition from high school to college can be both exciting and overwhelming, especially for students with mental health or learning challenges. As teens step into more independence, they also face new academic pressures, social changes, and the responsibility of managing their own schedules, support systems, and well-being. In this webinar from the Child Mind Institute, clinical experts

will share practical tips for teens and families.

Learn how to:

Navigate the shift to college life

Identify key mental health and academic supports

Understand executive functioning challenges

Build strategies for stress management, routines, and self-care

Whether you have specific concerns or you’re just planning ahead, this session will offer tools to support a successful college experience.

Monday, November 3, 2025

7:30 PM - 8:30 PM ET

Caring for grieving children and teens is not an easy task, especially after a suicide loss. The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention and the Dougy National Grief Center for Children and Families have developed a guidebook with age-specific information, guidance, and resources to help parents, caregivers and family members support young suicide loss survivors.

11/3-11/4 Webinar: Spiritual and Psychological First Aid

11/3 Webinar: Gambling & the Military

11/4 Webinar: Fatherhood Matters-Elevating the Role of Fathers in Perinatal Mental Health

11/5-11/6 2025 NASW Virtual Forum: Compassionate Innovation-Social Work and Technology

11/7 Webinar: Intimate Partner Violence in the Military & Veteran Community-Understanding Its Impact on Family Structure

11/12 Webinar: No No No… Don’t-From Legal and Ethical Confidentiality to Therapist and Client Issues that Tempt Errors

11/13 Webinar: Ethical Dilemmas in Clinical Practice

11/13 Webinar: Ethical Considerations and Strategies for Addressing the Issue of Confidentiality

11/14 Webinar: Help Clients Heal, Cope & Thrive-A Framework for Racial & Cultural Stress

11/14 Webinars: Prolonged Grief Disorder-Understanding, Assessing, and Treating PGD and Staying Safe in Practice: De-Escalation and Personal Safety for Mental Health (Can register for one or both)

11/18-11/21 Recognizing and Responding to Suicide Risk: Essentials for Clinicians©

11/19 A Social Work Approach to Family-Centered Interventions for Children with Autism and Other Developmental Differences

11/21 Holding Space with Play: Integrating Trauma-Informed Principles into Play Therapy Supervision (Millersville)

11/21 Safe and Sound-Protecting Your Clients and Their Money

11/3 NAMI Anne Arundel Family Support Group-for Family Members and Friends who Care About Someone Over Age 18 with a Mental Health Condition (Annapolis)

11/5 Understanding and Dealing with Dementia Related Behaviors (Crofton Library)

11/10 Anne Arundel County Fire Department Non-Certification CPR Training (Millersville)

11/10 Meditative Mandala Painting Workshop (Edgewater Library)

11/11 Veterans Day Ceremonies at Maryland Veterans Cemetary (Crownsville) and the World War II Memorial (Annapolis)

11/11 Veterans Day Ceremony in Downtown Annapolis

11/12 University of Maryland BWMC Mental Health Support Group

11/12 Anne Arundel County Department of Aging and Disabilities Caregiver Support Group (Glen Burnie)

11/13 Black & Suicidal Virtual Peer Support Group

11/13 NAMI Anne Arundel Connection Recovery Support Group-for Individuals Over 18 who have Experienced Mental Health Symptoms (Severna Park)

11/15 Veterans Resource Fair (Brooklyn Park Library)

11/17 Coping with Grief During the Holidays (Edgewater Library)



11/17 National Take a Hike Day Guided Hikes at Anne Arundel County Parks (County-Wide)

11/17 Anne Arundel County Department of Aging and Disabilities Caregiver Support Group (Virtual)

11/18 Webinar from Maryland ROPTA: Health Insurance Literacy for Mental Health Care

11/18 Now What? Navigating Grief-A Support Group for Those Coping with Loss (Pasadena)

11/18 Anne Arundel County Department of Aging and Disabilities Caregiver Support Group (Annapolis)

11/18 Anne Arundel County Fire Department Non-Certification CPR Training (Millersville)

11/22 A Day of Acknowledgement: Confronting the Legacy of Slavery (Annapolis)

11/24 Anne Arundel County Health Equity Open Forum

11/26 Our Neighborhood, Our Future Listening Session at Robinwood Community Center (Annapolis)

11/29 Jug Bay Post-Turkey 5K Trail Run (Lothian)