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CAROLINE HUMAN SERVICES COUNCIL

March - April 2025 Newsletter

CAROLINEHUMAN SERVICESCOUNCILMarch - April 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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Caroline Better Together Community Dinners and Converstations

Date: Wednesday, March 26th, 2025

Time: 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm


Location: Goldsboro Volunteer Fire House Hall, 700 Old Line Road, Goldsboro

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April Community Dinner and Conversation

Date: Wednesday, April 23rd, 2025

Time: 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm


Location: Federalsburg Lions Club, 223 Kinder St., Federalsburg

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

Mr. Eric Cook, the Apprenticeship Coordinator for CCPS

Attention child care businesses who are interested in learning more about apprenticeship and growing their own business! Mr. Eric Cook, the Apprenticeship Coordinator for CCPS will be presenting information about apprenticeship as a career pathway for childcare providers.

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Banking Basics and Financial Literacy

Join Shore United Bank at the Federalsburg Judy Center Early Learning Hub at 323 S University Ave Federalsburg from 5-6 on Monday March 17. We will be discussing banking basics including budgeting! This is a community outreach event. All are welcome. No child care but we will have quiet activities.

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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.

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Maryland Durable Medical Equipment

Did you know the #MDOA offers FREE durable medical equipment through our Durable Medical Equipment Re-Use Program? Whether due to illness, injury, or disability, we provide donated, sanitized, and repaired equipment—at no cost. Learn more at https://ow.ly/Xqbc50U2xay

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Questions about your ENERGY BILL??

Have questions about your energy bill? Maryland Access Point can help you find the support you need. Visit https://aging.maryland.gov/Pages/maryland-access-point.aspx or call 1-844-627-5465

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CCPL offers Online Business Education Resources

Did you know that the Caroline County Public Library offers online business education resources that can be accessed with your library card?

Gale Courses offers interactive business courses such as, Starting Your Own Business, Growing Your Business With Digital Marketing, Creating a Successful Business Plan and many more! Courses run for six weeks and new sessions begin every month.


Visit one of our branches for further info about online resources or to get your free library card! https://www.carolib.org/databases-a-z/

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Caroline Review - Stay in the Know

Wondering what to do this weekend? Wondering what’s going on in your community in the coming week? Tired of seeing an event post on Facebook for something you are interested in, only to be disappointed because the event has already happened? If you answered “Yes” to any or all of these questions then take a minute to sign up for the Caroline Review Newsletter. Each Thursday morning you will receive an email from the Caroline Review listing upcoming events for the week. Events are listed in a convenient chronological order and all the details for the events are right at your fingertips. In addition to the Upcoming Week Events email on Thursdays, by signing up for the Newsletter you will also receive a Caroline News in Review email in your inbox each Monday morning to keep you up-to-date on the latest news and information.


Visit www.carolinereview.com and scroll down to Newsletter Sign Up to subscribe and start receiving the latest news and event delivered right to your inbox. It’s easy and it’s free!

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
HSC CAROLINE COUNTY DATA RESOURCE GUIDE
CAROLINE COUNTY COMMUNITY NEEDS 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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