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Mental Health Matters Allegany

Mental Health Matters Allegany

The Allegany County Local Behavioral Health Authority (LBHA) is responsible for planning, managing,

March 29, 2023 is a day of Honor and Remembrance for Vietnam Veterans. According to the Military Veteran Project and Platoon22, 22 veterans lose their battle each day to post traumatic stress. That is 1 veterans every 65 minutes. Help your loved ones seek help. Let them know they are not alone and there are resources available 24/7 to help. #988 #alleganymhm #22aday #mentalhealthmatters #alleganylbha #alleganycountyveterans ... See MoreSee Less
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Timeline photosThis week (March 12–18) is #SleepAwarenessWeek! We’re joining National Sleep Foundation in raising awareness of the importance of #sleephealth, which is vital for our #mentalhealth. Learn more: bit.ly/42e9BHY ... See MoreSee Less
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March is Problem Gambling Awareness Month!Each March, the Center actively promotes Problem Gambling Awareness Month, a grassroots public awareness and outreach campaign established by the National Council on Problem Gambling to educate the general public and healthcare professionals about the warning signs of problem gambling and raise awareness about the help and resources available.Take ACTION for help and hope.Call or text 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) or chat with us at helpmygamblingproblem.org.Seek no cost counseling for those who want help and support for problems related to gambling. Maryland residents can receive professional counseling without any additional financial burden.Have a conversation with a Peer Recovery Support Specialist for help and support for problems related to gambling. Peers can help individuals seeking to limit, control or stop their gambling, connect them to no cost counseling and other useful community resources. Peers are able to provide ongoing support in dealing with any gambling related problems.Take a problem gambling self-assessment. You can also visit this site for more information on getting help: www.mdproblemgambling.com/getting-help/ Family, friends, and loved ones of problem gamblers are entitled to the same counseling, and professional family peer support regardless of insurance coverage, financial status, or ability to pay. The Maryland Coalition of Families, also provides peer support for the family, friends and loved ones of the problem gambler.Confidential Helpline Services are provided free, 24/7, by trained and knowledgeable listeners.For local resources please call 301-759-5070. ... See MoreSee Less
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What happens when you text 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline?If you or someone you know needs support now, call or text 988 or chat www.988lifeline.org.988 connects you with a trained crisis counselor who can help. #988Lifeline Source: SAMHSA ... See MoreSee Less
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Want to learn about how to have that first difficult conversation regarding mental health or substance use challenges? Take this free 100% Virtual 2-Day Course on March 30th and 31st! We will be moving to in-person courses after this class. If you need virtual, sign up today by emailing danielle.shaw@maryland.gov. This class is capped at 15 people. You must complete the 2.5 hours of pre-work before March29th to be eligible to take the skills portion. For more information, email Danielle! *You must live or work in Maryland* ... See MoreSee Less
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