Allegany County

Maryland Adult Protective Services
http://dhr.maryland.gov/office-of-adult-services/adult-protective-services/  
Serves persons aged 18 or over who lack the physical or mental capacity to provide for their daily needs. Brochure: Look Out For Abuse http://dhr.maryland.gov/documents/Brochures/Adult%20Services%20Flyers/FIA-AS_LookOutAbuse_Flyer_FINAL.pdf 

Maryland Child Protective Services
http://dhr.maryland.gov/child-protective-services/reporting-suspected-child-abuse-or-neglect  
Report suspected abuse/neglect to the local department of social services or to a local law enforcement agency. If you are a health care practitioner, educator, human service worker or a law enforcement officer, you are required by law to report both orally and in writing any suspected child abuse or neglect.

The Maryland Child Abuse Medical Providers' Network
https://phpa.health.maryland.gov/mch/Pages/MDChamp_Locate_Providers.aspx 
Go to the website to access child maltreatment consultative services within your region.

Maryland Children's Alliance - Child Advocacy Center http://mdcha.org 
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/mdcha  
Child Advocacy Centers (CAC’s) are child-friendly facilities where child victims of maltreatment may seek help. Centers work with abused and neglected children can be interviewed, undergo medical examinations, and receive therapy. Coordinates investigation and intervention services between law enforcement, social services, prosecution, mental health, medical, and victim advocacy in child abuse and neglect cases.

Mediation Services Office of Administrative Hearings http://oah.state.md.us/  

Rape Abuse Incest National Network (RAINN) Hotline 1-800-656-HOPE (4673)

Vulnerable Adults Family Preservation Program
http://www.dbm.state.md.us/phonebook/OfficeSub.asp?OID=1282   
Serves vulnerable adults to prevent neglect, abuse or exploitation.

If a Member is struggling with addiction, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield (CareFirst) can help them receive treatment by connecting them with trusted Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOPs).
See page 2 of the member flier for the list of approved intensive outpatient programs https://employer.carefirst.com/carefirst-resources/pdf/addiction-flier.pdf 

Approved intensive outpatient programs (01/20/20)
If you are seeking treatment, contact our support team at 800-245-7013 and we can help schedule an appointment at one of our participating regional centers or help find a provider if you live outside the region.

Ashley Addiction Treatment
Bel Air and Elkton 800-799-4673 or 866-313-6307

Austin Addiction Treatment
Frederick 240-457-4151
Bergand Group Lutherville 410-853-7691 allston 443-299-6766

Congruent Counseling*
Columbia, Millersville, Eldersburg and Towson 410-740-8066
Harrison House of Virginia Annandale, VA 703-256-6474

Hope House Treatment Center
Crownsville 410-923-6700
Laurel 301-490-5551

Kolmac Addiction Recovery Center
Baltimore, Columbia, Towson, Gaithersburg, Silver Spring and Washington, D.C. 410-296-9747

Maryland Center for Addiction Recovery
Waldorf, MD 855-399-7002

New Life Counseling
Pasadena 410-255-4475

Phoenix House
Arlington, VA 888-671-9392

Walden Sierra*
Charlotte Hall, California, Lexington Park and Waldorf 301-997-1300 24/7 Hotline 301-863-6661

* Treatment is available for both adults and adolescents.

If a Member is struggling with addiction, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield (CareFirst) can help them receive treatment by connecting them with trusted Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOPs).
See page 2 of the member flier for the list of approved intensive outpatient programs https://employer.carefirst.com/carefirst-resources/pdf/addiction-flier.pdf 

Alcohol Addiction http://www.diabeteslocal.org/healthy-coping/alcohol-addiction?page=1

Anti-Stigma Project YouTube Page https://www.youtube.com/user/AntiStigmaProject Federal Grant

Adult Children of Alcoholics http://www.adultchildren.org/

Alcoholics Anonymous http://www.aa.org/

Al-Anon 410-832-7094; 888-425-2666 https://al-anon.org/al-anon-meetings/find-an-al-anon-meeting-1/

Al-Anon for Teens 1-888-4AL-ANON https://al-anon.org/al-anon-meetings/find-an-alateen-meeting/

Al-Anon DC http://www.al-anon-alateen-dcmd.org/

Clean and Sober Streets Treatment Program http://cleanandsoberstreets.org/Welcome.html

Secular Organizations for Sobriety Call 323-666-4295 http://www.sossobriety.org/ 

Women for Sobriety Call 215-536-8026 http://www.womenforsobriety.org/

Maryland State AIDS Hotline 1-800-232-4636
Information on testing and other referrals.
Hispanic AIDS Hotline: (301) 949-0945

HIV Care Services https://phpa.health.maryland.gov/OIDPCS/CHCS/pages/Home.aspx  
If the individual does not have a health care provider or does not currently have health insurance, there are programs available to help the individual with HIV access care.

HIV medical assistance https://phpa.health.maryland.gov/OIDPCS/CHCS/Pages/medicare.aspx  

HIV drug assistance http://hab.hrsa.gov/  

HIV insurance payment assistance https://phpa.health.maryland.gov/OIDPCS/CHCS/Pages/madap.aspx

HIV medical support services https://phpa.health.maryland.gov/OIDPCS/CHCS/Pages/madap-plus.aspx  

HIV housing assistance https://phpa.health.maryland.gov/OIDPCS/CHCS/Pages/hopwa.aspx 

National Resources

HIV drug assistance http://hab.hrsa.gov/ 

AIDS Neurological Complications https://www.ninds.nih.gov/Disorders/All-Disorders/Neurological-Complications-AIDS-Information-Page 

Patient Organization http://www.amfar.org/ amfAR, The Foundation for AIDS Research

You can also anonymously inform your partners that they have been exposed to an STD by visiting www.inspot.org  

HIV from Centers for Disease Control https://www.cdc.gov/hiv/default.html 

HIV Basics https://www.cdc.gov/hiv/basics/index.html 

HIV Risk and Prevention https://www.cdc.gov/hiv/risk/index.html 

HIV Program Resources https://www.cdc.gov/hiv/programresources/index.html 

HIV Resource Library https://www.cdc.gov/hiv/library/index.html 

HIV Training and Conferences https://www.cdc.gov/hiv/training/index.html  

HIV Co-Pay Relief https://www.copays.org/diseases/hiv-aids-and-prevention  

Alzheimer’s Association of Maryland Support Groups (Virtual during COVID-19)
1-800-272-3900 24/7Helpline
www.alz.org/maryland  
https://www.alz.org/maryland/helping_you/support_groups 

Alzheimer’s Disease Information NIH
https://www.ninds.nih.gov/Disorders/All-Disorders/Alzheimers-Disease-Information-Page  

Alzheimer's LGBTQ Support Group @ Chase Brexton 
https://www.chasebrexton.org/our-services/lgbt-health-resource-center/lgbtq-support-groups 
Group meets at Chase Brexton's Mt. Vernon Center, 410-837-2050 ext. 1049, email lgbt@chasebrexton.org. 

Alzheimer's Telephone Support Group 3rd Thursday each month, 1:30-2:30 p.m. At 1:30 the day of the support group dial: 1-866-740-1260 When instructed, put in participant code: 5942755#
 
Alzheimer's Safe Return 1-800-272-3900 Registry for individuals with dementia.

Dementia Booklet: Hope Through Research https://www.ninds.nih.gov/Disorders/Patient-Caregiver-Education/Hope-Through-Research/Dementia-Hope-Through-Research 

Memory & Alzheimer's Treatment Center John Hopkins http://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/psychiatry/specialty_areas/memory_center/research.html  

Your Mind Matters Café https://alzheimersspeaks.com/memory-cafes A social gathering where people with memory loss and their companions come together. 

How to Support a Member with Alzheimer'

ALS: Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Society
www.alsa.org  
Support Groups http://www.alsa.org/community/support-groups/  
Events and Chapter Information Info@ALSinfo.org 301-978-9855 Toll Free 866-348-3257
NEW Monthly Virtual Support Groups – check ALSA website for details
Howard County http://webdc.alsa.org/site/PageServer?pagename=DC_homepage  
Montgomery County Contact Joan Deye, 301-938-1598, deyejoan@yahoo.com  
Prince George’s County Contact Elizabeth Mewhiney, 301- 461-2394, emewhiney@alsinfo.org 

NIH Fact Sheet
https://www.ninds.nih.gov/Disorders/Patient-Caregiver-Education/Fact-Sheets/Amyotrophic-Lateral-Sclerosis-ALS-Fact-Sheet 

Amputee Coalition: https://www.amputee-coalition.org/ 
Search: https://www.amputee-coalition.org/support-groups-peer-support/support-group-network/  
Seeking Participants: https://www.amputee-coalition.org/research/active-studies-seeking-participants/  

Baltimore: Sinai Rehabilitation Center, 410-601-0676
Baltimore County Support Groups - Amputee Association, Good Samaritan Hospital 443-444-4100
Support Groups - Amputee Association, Kernan Hospital 410-448-6731
Support Groups - University of Maryland Rehabilitation and Orthopedic Institute 410-448-6731
Baltimore City Support Group https://www.medstarhealth.org/mhs/event/amputee-support-group/all/  

Montgomery County Amputee Support Group at Adventist HealthCare
Website: www.AHCYou.com/W19Calendar  820 West Diamond Ave., Suite 600, Gaithersburg, MD 20878
Group: https://www.adventisthealthcare.com/health/calendar/details/?eventId=73c3d5d4-edd9-de11-9638-005056947103 Our amputee support group focuses on the emotions and challenges of living life as an amputee. All levels of amputees, family, and friends are encouraged to attend.

Washington, DC Amputee Support Group at MedStar Health
Website: https://www.medstarnrh.org/for-patients/patients-and-visitors/support-groups/ 
A support group for Amputees and their family and friends. The group meets every third Monday of each month from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. in the TeleHealth Conference Room (First Floor) of MedStar National Rehabilitation Hospital. Contact Jessica Eng at 202-877-1447

National Aphasia Organization
http://www.aphasia.org/ 

Online Community Support Group
https://www.aphasia.org/aphasia-resources/online-communities/   

Aphasia Support Group – MedStar Good Samaritan Hospital
https://www.medstargoodsam.org/our-services/rehabilitation/treatments/outpatient-rehabilitation/aphasia-support-group/

Social Media: If you or your loved one isn't ready to venture out to a support group meeting, many groups meet and/or talk in forums on social media. One of the largest aphasia groups called, Aphasia Recovery Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/Aphasia.Recovery.Connection/, has more than 4,000 members in their closed Facebook group. Members encourage and support each other as they go on job interviews, start physical therapy, and attend parties. Aphasia Recovery Connection also holds regional events across the country that include an aphasia boot camp and aphasia cruises. By joining the online group you can receive the latest information. TalkPath News Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/495007100691657/ is another closed Facebook group available to stroke survivors and caregivers. The group is run and moderated by Lingraphica https://www.aphasia.com/. We encourage members to share hope and inspiration, thoughts, cares, concerns, ideas, jokes, and a few laughs.

Resources for Care Coordinator’s - Aphasia Access' Podcast Series
https://www.aphasiaaccess.org/podcasts 
Aphasia Access Conversations brings you the latest aphasia resources, tips, and aha moments from Life Participation professionals who deliver way more than stroke and aphasia facts. Topics include aphasia group treatment ideas, communication access strategies, plus ways for growing awareness and funds for your group aphasia therapy program. This podcast is produced by Aphasia Access.

LPAA 101 Videos
In the LPAA 101 video series https://www.aphasiaaccess.org/videos, noted experts in aphasia care walk you through key aspects of the LPAA. These are great as refreshers, as on-boarding resources for new staff members, as tools to educate families with a recent aphasia diagnosis or to educate key stakeholders in your community, including Boards of Directors. 
Living with Aphasia: What Is the A-FROM https://vimeo.com/132557567
Nina Simmons-Mackie, Ph.D. Southeastern LA University

Arthritis Foundation 800-283-7800
www.arthritis.org 
Local chapters, support groups, events, classes, rehab
Support Groups: https://www.arthritisintrospective.org/live-yes-connect-groups-adults  
AACO Chronic Disease Classes 410-222-4366 Six week workshop - learning how to manage your arthritis.
Baltimore County Arthritis Foundation 443-738-9632
Harford County https://www.arthritisintrospective.org/aiss/md-harford-county  

National Institute of Arthritis & Musculoskeletal & Skin Diseases
National Institutes of Health, DHHS
31 Center Dr., Rm. 4C02 MSC 2350
Bethesda, MD 20892-2350
https://www.niams.nih.gov 877-226-4267
NIAMSinfo@mail.nih.gov 

Asperger Advocacy & Support Group http://www.aspergers.org 
 
Asperger Syndrome Information and Online Support (OASIS) http://www.aspergersyndrome.org/  

Children/Adults w/ADD/ADHD Groups http://www.chadd.org/Support/Directory.aspx?state=1111111 

Emotional Disturbances https://www.parentcenterhub.org/emotionaldisturbance/  

National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke www.ninds.nih.gov/Disorders 

Understood.org for learning & attention issues https://www.understood.org/en  
To help parents whose children, ages 3–20, are struggling w/learning and attention issues.  

Asthma Action Plan (1 page PDF) http://www.lung.org/assets/documents/asthma/asthma-action-plan.pdf An Asthma Action Plan is a written, individualized worksheet that shows you the steps to take to keep your asthma from getting worse. It also provides guidance on when to call your healthcare provider or when to go to the emergency room. An asthma action plan is an important tool to share with caregivers of children with asthma, including daycare providers, schools and aftercare programs. This PDF version includes language for school-aged children to self-carry their asthma inhaler in school. http://www.lung.org/assets/documents/asthma/asthma-action-plan-for-home.pdf 
 
Assess and monitor your asthma control https://www.lung.org/lung-health-and-diseases/lung-disease-lookup/asthma/living-with-asthma/managing-asthma/assess-and-monitor-your.html 
 
Asthma Support Group Online (American Lung Association) https://www.inspire.com/groups/living-with-asthma/ 

Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) http://www.aafa.org/ AAFA offers many educational programs and tools, such as: Programs for all ages; programs for caregivers and healthcare providers; Printed materials and tools; Online resources; Newsletters and magazines; Resources and tools in Spanish. Managing allergies and asthma can be tough on your own.

AAFA Maryland - DC Chapter http://www.aafa.org/about-aafa/regional-chapters/aafa-maryland-dc-chapter/  The AAFA Maryland - Greater Washington, D.C. Chapter publishes a newsletter called BreathingEasier®. Our site also offers quick reference tools. These include free action plans, reference cards and articles.

AAFA Online Support Community https://community.aafa.org Each group also has a medical advisor. AAFA is dedicated to improving the quality of life for people with asthma and allergic diseases. Our community is here for you 24/7. You can connect with others who understand what it is like to live with asthma and allergies. Join our Kids With Food 

Asthma Symptoms, Treatment, Health Management, Activities https://www.pathlms.com/aafa/courses/8092 

Asthma Videos for Parents/Kids https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/videos/?WT.ac=p-nav-videos  

Kids with Food Allergies www.kidswithfoodallergies.org 
Toolkit https://community.kidswithfoodallergies.org/blog/share-our-teal-classroom-kit-with-your-child-s-school-to-promote-food-allergy-awareness 
Online community http://community.kidswithfoodallergies.org/ Read our blog, take polls, share photos, sign up for our webinars and keep current with allergy recalls. Most importantly, you can connect with other parents raising children with food allergies for information and moral support. You can also get help with recipes and food ideas for your children.

ADD/ADHD https://add.org/ 

The Adult ADHD Starter Kit https://add.org/starter-kit/  Provides knowledge, strategies and solutions to overcome the challenges of Adult ADHD.

Learning Disabilities America http://www.ldaamerica.org/ Search by state. Provides information, resources and networking opportunities to help adults with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (AD/HD).

CHADD - Children/Adults w/Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
CHADD was founded in 1987 in response to the frustration and sense of isolation experienced by parents and their children with ADHD.

Membership  http://www.chadd.org/Membership.aspx

Annual conference  http://www.chadd.org/Training-Events/Annual-International-Conference-on-ADHD.aspx 

National Chapter Search http://www.chadd.org/Support/Directory.aspx?state=1111111 

Maryland Chapters with support groups: http://www.chadd-mc.org/ Anne Arundel, Montgomery and Greater Baltimore.

Association for Science in Autism Treatment http://www.asatonline.org/  

Autism for Spanish Speakers http://espanol.ninds.nih.gov/trastornos/autismo.htm 

Autism National Committee (AUTCOM) http://www.autcom.org/  

Autism Network International (ANI) http://www.autismnetworkinternational.org/  

Autism Research Institute (ARI) http://www.autismresearchinstitute.com/  

Autism Science Foundation http://www.autismsciencefoundation.org/  

Autism Society of America http://www.autism-society.org 

Teens with Autism http://support.autism-society.org/site/DocServer/NEWasa-growing_up-teen-final-rev.pdf?docID=11041  

Autism Speaks, Inc. https://www.autismspeaks.org/  

Support Groups http://www.autismspeaks.org/community-and-support-network/support-groups 

Bullying http://www.autismspeaks.org/family-services/bullying  

Healthy Children https://www.healthychildren.org/English/health-issues/conditions/Autism/Pages/default.aspx  

Hygiene http://www.autismspeaks.org/family-services/tool-kits/transition-tool-kit/health  

MAAP Services for Autism, Asperger Syndrome, and PDD http://www.aspergersyndrome.org/  

The One World Center for Autism http://www.worldforautism.org/  

Parent Resource Center https://www.parentcenterhub.org/find-your-center/  

Emotional Disturbance Defined https://www.parentcenterhub.org/emotionaldisturbance/  

Parents of children with learning & attention issues https://www.understood.org/en  

PLAY Home Consulting Program http://www.playproject.org/ provides training/support to families.

Sexuality http://www.pathfindersforautism.org/ages/13-17/social-and-relationships/sexuality