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Resettlement Program | Global Refuge

Provides information and support to refugees and immigrants to establish housing, community connections, and learning United States culture, laws, and employment.

Case Management, Advocacy

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- Includes immigration legal services, mental health services, children and family services, and more

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PFLAG, Metropolitan Washington Chapter | PFLAG National

Provides support and education for individuals with loved ones who identify as LGBTQIA+.

LGBTQIA+ Support Groups

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  • Offers support groups for families, friends, transgender individuals, Spanish-speaking, and youth 
  • Advocates for legislation and public policies that ensure equal rights for all

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Resources and Support | PFLAG National

Offers support groups, education, and advocacy for LGBTQIA+ individuals, their families, and friends.

Support Groups, Helplines and Information

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- Maintains a website to locate monthly meetings, speakers, and educational materials
- Lists virtual and in-person meetings
- Options for adult and youth meetings are listed
- Provides information and referrals for LGBTQIA+ resources

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Caregiver Information and Referral, National Alliance for Caregiving | National Alliance for Caregiving

Offers information and referrals, conducts research, analyzes policies, develops best-practices, and works to increase awareness of family caregiver issues.

Helplines and Information, Advocacy

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- Serves as a coalition of grassroots groups, government agencies, and corporations

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Frederick Center, Advocacy | Frederick Center

Offers advocacy and education on LGBTQ+ issues.

LGBTQ Advocacy Groups

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  • Hands out OraQuick Home HIV test kits at no-cost 
  • Helps make policies and processes of local organizations; city, county, state, and federal commissions; working groups; and agencies more affirming 
  • Partners with Frederick County Public Schools to better support LGBTQ+ students 
  • Partners with Frederick Health Hospital and Frederick County Health Department to address healthcare inequities for LGBTQ+ individuals 
  • Provides training for local government agencies, businesses, social service groups, and non-profit organizations

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Victim Helpline, Mothers Against Drunk Driving | Mothers Against Drunk Driving

Offers information, referrals, and support to the survivors and families of drunk or drugged driving victims.

Helplines and Information, Advocacy

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- Provides court accompaniment, victim impact panels, and help navigating the justice system
- Conducts public awareness campaigns and youth outreach to prevent drunk driving
- Offers workshops, public speaking engagements, and educational pamphlets

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Resources and Support | PFLAG National

Offers support groups, education, and advocacy for LGBTQIA+ individuals, their families, and friends.

Support Groups, Helplines and Information

More information:
- Maintains a website to locate monthly meetings, speakers, and educational materials
- Lists virtual and in-person meetings
- Options for adult and youth meetings are listed
- Provides information and referrals for LGBTQIA+ resources

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Abused Persons Program, Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services | Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services

Provides support to individuals experiencing domestic violence.

Domestic Violence Services

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  • Offers a 24-hour crisis line, counseling for victims and abusers, referrals, and emergency shelter 
  • Helps victims seek legal protections for themselves and their children 
  • Sends speakers to community groups and events to raise awareness on domestic violence

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National Alliance on Mental Illness, Metropolitan Baltimore | National Alliance On Mental Illness Maryland

Provides education, advocacy, and support for individuals and families living with, affected by, or interested in mental illness.

Mental Health Support Services

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  • Offers educational courses and peer support groups 
  • The NAMI National Helpline is available Monday through Friday 9AM to 5PM

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