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CAROLINE HUMAN SERVICES COUNCIL

January - February 2025 Newsletter

CAROLINEHUMAN SERVICESCOUNCILJanuary - February 2025 Newsletter
Caroline Human Services Council | Children & Family Services, Caroline County, MD

Caroline Human Services Council | Children & Family Services, Caroline County, MD

Welcome to Caroline Human Services Council, the Local Management Board for Caroline County, MD. Our work supports children and families in our community.

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Support our Mission : LEARN MORE ....
Susan Runnels
Program Monitor / Executive Director

From the Desk of Executive Director From the Desk of Executive Director

SAVE THE DATE SAVE THE DATE

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Community Dinners and Conversations JANUARY 22nd, 2025

Date: Wednesday, January 22nd, 2025

Time: 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Location: Wharves of Choptank Visitor & Heritage Center, 3 Crouse Park Lane, Denton, MD 21629

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Community Dinners and Conversations FEBRUARY 26th, 2025

Date: Wednesday, February 26th, 2025

Time: 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Location: Ridgely United Methodist Church, 107 Central Avenue, Ridgley

Community Engagement Community Engagement

Mid Shore Roundtable on Homelessness

END HOMELESSNESS-The round table meeting discusses permanent supportive housing solutions for individuals and families who are homeless and have a mental health disability. Please contact Ashley Kessinger, Continuum of Care Manager, at akessinger@midshorebehavioralhealth.org for additional information.

Upcoming Events in your Community Upcoming Events in your Community

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Computer Class for Senior Citizens

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What's in your parenting toolbox?

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13th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Walk

📆Date: January 20, 2025
⏰Time: Meet at 10:00 AM
📍Starting Location: Lockerman Middle School
📍Destination: Caroline County Courthouse, Market Street, Denton, MD
Join us as we honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy with a community walk. Let’s come together to reflect, unite, and celebrate his enduring impact.
Donation Opportunity
His Hope Ministries is seeking donations to support their mission. If you’d like to contribute, please contact:
📞Wanda Molock: 410-829-7338
📞Janet Fountain: 410-829-2844
Spread the word and bring a friend!

Registration Open for Community Health Focus Groups

About the Community Health Needs Assessment

Pursuant to the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA), hospital facilities must perform a community health needs assessment every three years and adopt an implementation strategy to meet the community health needs identified.

Who can participate in a Focus Group?

The focus groups are open to any adult age 18+ who lives or works in Caroline, Dorchester, Kent, Queen Anne's or Talbot counties.

What is expected of me in the Focus Group?

As a focus group participant, you are expected to actively listen to others, share your honest opinions and experiences related to the topic at hand, answer open-ended questions thoughtfully, and contribute to the discussion by expressing your perspective, even if it differs from others while respecting the facilitator's guidance and creating a comfortable environment for all participants to share openly.

How do I register for a Focus Group?


Visit this link to register. You will be emailed a link to join your selected online focus group about one week before the event date.

Helpful RESOURCES for Families Helpful RESOURCES for Families

Need help getting to medical appointments and services? Wondering if you qualify for our Medical Assistance Transportation Program? Eligibility is based on factors such as income, medical necessity, and transportation availability. Don't let transportation barriers stand in the way of your health. Reach out to us today to learn more about how we can assist you in accessing vital medical services! https://tinyurl.com/y3brdnbb

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Maryland Department of Health Office for Suicide Prevention

The Maryland Department of Health (MDH) has developed a Firearm Safe Storage and Youth Suicide Prevention Guide as part of their ongoing efforts to reduce youth suicides, reduce firearm violence, and improve health outcomes for all Marylanders. For additional resources please visit: https://health.maryland.gov/.../suicidepr.../Pages/home.aspx

https://www.midshorehealth.org/post/what-s-the-211-hon
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The Mid Shore Health Improvement Coalition

is excited for a new collaborative partnership that connects Mid Shore residents to 211.

211 is a free and confidential way to connect 24/7 with community resources for food, housing, utility assistance, mental health support, and more.

Visit https://www.midshorehealth.org/post/what-s-the-211-hon and download the marketing materials.

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Parent Coaching

After a long winter, spring blooms with hope. Parent coaching can be that breath of fresh air that guides you to sunnier days. Parent Coaching is a FREE and CONFIDENTIAL resource provided by your school district that connects you with a coach and content created by therapists. All coaching correspondence is HIPAA protected. Click here to register for on-going support from a coach: https://cookcenter.info/coaching

Spanish-Spring Coaching Flyer: https://app.box.com/s/bkq6mvgc2oazvuqw05pzfh1n6lm7nzfv

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Coaching for Parents

Families, be sure to add this your Back to School resources! Free coaching + other mental health resources for Caroline families, available through ParentGuidance.org and more information on carolineschools.org.

In-Person Trainings & Events In-Person Trainings & Events

Housing Supports Housing Supports

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Martin's House and Barn

(410) 634 - 2537

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His Hope Ministries

(443) 448 - 7297

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Maryland Rural Development Corporation

(410) 482 - 2585 Ext. 234

FOOD PANTRIES FOOD PANTRIES

Martin's House and Barn

Martin's House and Barn

Martin's House and Barn, formerly Saint Martin's Ministries, of Ridgely, MD, is a non-profit organization that has provided a safety net for individuals and families living in poverty for more than three decades. We provide an array of services through a single point of entry, with a dignified case management approach, to address immediate and long-term needs.

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Aarons Place Inc

Aarons Place Inc

Homeless Outreach / Food Bank Our organization's mission is to strive to find new strategies for dealing with homelessness. Our Homeless Outreach is something that we take very seriously, and our team works in collaboration with other agencies to achieve a positive impact for our client.

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FAMILY / CIVIL LAW SUPPORTS

Mid Shore Pro Bono

410-690-8128

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HEALTH & DENTAL SERVICES

Choptank Community Health System, Inc.

410-479-2650

2025 Behavioral Health Resource Guide
CAROLINE COUNTY COMMUNITY ASSESSMENT

LOCAL CARE TEAM LOCAL CARE TEAM

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Coordinated, Interagency Support for Your Child

The Local Care Team provides FREE problem solving for individual and family needs. We help families who have children with intensive needs access resources within the community. We are committed to helping you, even when you feel like you have nowhere to turn. Not sure where to start? Email Kat Stork, LCT Coordinator kstorklct@gmail.com or text (410) 200-8651.

Community Resources Community Resources

My Family Needs

My Family Needs

My Family Needs is both a web-based service listing over 300 community organizations, and a referral service staffed by highly-trained library staff who are committed to linking families with local organizations. To reach library staff, send an email to info@carolib.org, or call 410-479-1343 during open library hours.

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In Crisis? Call 1-888-407-8018 In Crisis? Call 1-888-407-8018

Sante Group - Crisis Response - Treatment & Recovery Home

Sante Group - Crisis Response - Treatment & Recovery Home

The Sante Group - Treatment & Recovery, Crisis Response, Mobile Crisis, Compassionate Mental Health Services. Home

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Caroline Human Service Council, Inc.
Caroline Human Services Council, Inc.

319 Bloomingdale Ave.

Federalsburg, MD 21632

carolinehumanservices.org

(410) 754 - 6058

blalonehsc@gmail.com

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