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Family Advocacy | Better Together Early Advocacy Program

Provides legal advocacy services.

Advocacy, Legal Services

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- Works with lawyers, social workers, and parent advocates
- Targets parents who have minimal or no prior involvement with Child Protection Services (CPS) but who are at risk of losing their children
- Provides mental health resources
- Provides supplies for newborns

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Mental Health Services | Hillcrest Children's and Family Center

Offers a range of mental health, education, and advocacy services for families with children.

Mental Health Services

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  • Provides a school-based therapist at all chartered and public schools in Washington D.C. 
  • Training and consultation services available for community agencies

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Office of Homeless Services | Baltimore City Public Schools

Offers assistance and support to students and families who are experiencing housing insecurity.

Homeless Services

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  • Helps with transportation, school fees, school supplies, and connecting to community resources

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Crime Victim Support | CARE Healing Center

Connects victims of sexual assault and rape to crisis counselors who accompany them to hospitals, police stations, and courts.

Advocacy

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Advocacy, Information & Referral | Learning Disabilities Association of Maryland

Provides advocacy services and information on learning disabilities.

Disability Related Advocacy Groups

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Victim Support Services | My Covenant Place

Offers support services to survivors of violence. 

Victim and Witness Services

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- Includes crisis intervention
- Provides referrals for shelter and temporary housing

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Foster Care Medical Case Management | Baltimore City Health Department

Helps coordinate healthcare plans for children in foster care.

Protective Services

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- Caregivers receive education about disease management, prevention, and wellness as appropriate

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Discrimination Advocacy | Baltimore City Office of Civil Rights

Aims to eliminate inequity, discrimination, and inequality in the community.

Advocacy

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- Enforces public accommodations and ADA concerns
- Accepts reports of unfair treatment by employer
- Processes complaints against law enforcement
- Enforces local wage laws and investigates complaints, including wage disputes and overtime issues

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Protection Order Advocacy Representation Project | Women's Law Center of Maryland

Helps victims of intimate partner violence obtain, enforce, and modify existing protective orders.

Legal Services

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- Works in Circuit and District Courts

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Survivor Support Services | Deaf Abused Women's Network

Provides resources for women who are deaf or hard of hearing and who have experienced abuse.

Survivor Support Services

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  • Includes case management, advocacy, counseling, support groups, and referrals to other services 
  • Offers presentations as a way to raise public awareness on various topics

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Adolescent Clubhouse | Prince George's County Health Department

Offers case management and supportive services to young adults who have a history with or are at risk of a substance use disorder and those with mental health challenges.

Behavioral Health Services

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- Provides advocacy, life skills instruction, support groups, GED and college preparation, and tutoring
- Helps with homework, resume writing, vocational and skill building, and job readiness
- Mental health and substance use counseling available with referral

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Legal Services and Advocacy | Life Crisis Center

Offers legal representation and advocacy.

Legal Services


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- Helps with protective and peace orders, emergency custody, separation, divorce, and visitation
- Offers emergency room accompaniment to rape and domestic violence victims
- Childcare and transportation services are available for all clients

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Case/Care Management | Washington County Mental Health Authority

Plans, creates, and monitors services for individuals with mental illness.

Case/Care Management

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Crisis Intervention Hotline | Center For Abused Persons

Operates a 24-hour hotline for individuals in crisis and survivors of physical or sexual abuse.

Crisis Line

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- Offers evaluations, counseling, hospital and court accompaniment, and therapy for children.
- Provides group counseling for batterers and support for families and friends.
- Refers battered women and their children to an emergency shelter as needed.
- Domestic violence support groups are available for both males and females.
- Coordinates speakers on topics related to child abuse, sexual abuse, and domestic violence.

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Child Abuse Services | Tree House Child Advocacy Center of Montgomery County

Offers support services to families impacted by child abuse, including court advocacy, mental health assessments, and therapy services.

Child Abuse Counseling

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Early Childhood Mental Health Program | Potomac Community Services

Provides in-home evaluations and supports to address the developmental and behavioral needs of children.

Mental Health Services

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- Helps determine appropriate referrals for further professional evaluation and follow up
- Provides coaching and mentoring to establish boundaries and structure for the child

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Veterans Treatment Court | District Court of Maryland

Offers a treatment program for veterans who have been charged with misdemeanors or felonies.

Courts and Judicial Services

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- Provides comprehensive treatment for substance use and mental health issues.
- Connects veterans to community programs and services.
- Participants are matched with a mentor who will support them throughout the program.

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Education and Prevention Program | African American Health Program

Provides services focused in African American communities such as classes and health screenings for diabetes and heart health, case management for pregnant women, HIV/AIDS and STI testing, cancer prevention education, and community outreach and referral for oral health and mental health.

Helplines and Information, Case Management, Medical Care

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Information and Referral | National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence

Provides support and advocacy information and referrals for individuals and families affected by addiction.

Helplines and Information

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Area Agency on Aging | Allegany County Human Resources Development Commission

Provides programs and services for older adults and individuals with disabilities in Maryland.

Aging Services

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- Offers assistance to find long-term support options and determine eligibility for public programs
- A guardianship program is available for older adults unable to care for themselves
- Educates individuals on health insurance benefits and Medicare programs
- Links individuals to community resources for various needs
- Helps older adults find opportunities to serve as volunteers in the community
- Operates senior center and nutrition site locations throughout the state
- Investigates and resolves patient rights violations in nursing homes and assisted living facilities

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Veterans Treatment Court | District Court of Maryland

Offers a treatment program for veterans who have been charged with misdemeanors or felonies.

Courts and Judicial Services

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- Provides comprehensive treatment for substance use and mental health issues.
- Connects veterans to community programs and services.
- Participants are matched with a mentor who will support them throughout the program.

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MS Navigator | National Multiple Sclerosis Society - Greater DC Maryland Chapter

Provides connection to information, resources, and support related to multiple sclerosis (MS).

Helplines and Information

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- Helps access MS healthcare specialists and navigate health insurance options and benefits
- Offers wellness solutions for physical and emotional challenges
- Coordination with a dedicated case manager available for more in-depth and complex needs

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Commission on Disabilities | Baltimore County Department of Housing and Community Development

Helps individuals with disabilities access services, programs, and facilities.

Advocacy

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- Provides free online publications on topics such as education, housing, legal services, and recreation

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Office of Homeless Services | Baltimore City Public Schools

Offers assistance and support to students and families who are experiencing housing insecurity.

Homeless Services

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  • Helps with transportation, school fees, school supplies, and connecting to community resources

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Disability Services | ARC Maryland

Provides support services for individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities.

Disability Services

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- Includes case management, employment training, employment placing, workshops, family education, advocacy
- Offers community-based services and group living in supervised homes
- Adult Day Centers coordinate recreational, fitness, arts, and personal development activities.
- Childcare available

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