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BIG BROTHERS AND BIG SISTERS OF CENTRAL MD, INC.
3600 Clipper Mill Road
Suite 250
Baltimore MD 21211
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Maryland matches volunteers with youth in the schools and community. They provide mentoring services in Baltimore City, and in the counties of Harford, Howard, Baltimore, Carroll, and Anne Arundel, to improve the well-being and safety of our children and their families through one-on-one mentoring programs. Serving children ages 6-14.
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410.243.4000 ext. 247
Fax: 410.889.2239
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CATHOLIC CHARITIES FAMILY CENTER & EARLY HEAD START
34 N. Philadelphia Blvd.
Aberdeen MD 21001
The Center's mission is family preservation through the provision of core supportive services. These include on-site child care, transportation, access to GED/ABE classes, parenting education, life skills training, counseling, health assessments, peer support, and pregnancy prevention techniques. The Center targets young parents and their children as well as extended family members. Visit or call the Center for more information.
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410.273.5650
410.273.5641
410.273.5642
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CENTER FOR INFANT AND CHILD LOSS
Maryland SIDS Program
630 West Fayette Street
Room 5-684
Baltmore 21201
8:30am-4:30pm Counsels any family in Maryland who has lost a child to SIDS or a sudden and unexpected death (to age 12).
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410.706.5062
Fax: 410.706.0146
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CH.A.D.D
Support group for parents of children with attention deficit disorder/hyperactivity. Meets 1st Tuesday of each month at Christ Our King Presbyterian Church in Bel Air at 7:15pm.
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410.569.2477
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CHILD CARE LINKS RESOURCE AND REFERRAL CENTER
for Harford and Cecil Counties
2105 Laurel Bush Road
Suite 105
Bel Air MD 21015
Child Care Links is committed to enhancing the quality of the child care delivery system in Harford & Cecil Counties by providing pertinent resources, training, and referrals to families, child care providers, and the community. We help parents find and choose child care that best meets their needs. We have a computerized listing of all licensed programs in Harford and Cecil counties, such as:
- Registerd family child care
- Licensed center-based and school-age programs
- Certified camps
- Nursery schools and part-day programs
- Head Start programs
Our service is FREE and we offer personalized referrals and counseling based on your specific care needs.
Hours: 9:30AM - 3:30PM, Monday-Friday
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443-512-0461
1-888-244-5383
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CHILDREN IN THE MIDDLE
Center for Divorce Education
Program reduces family conflict, depression, unhappiness, anger, school and homework problems, as well as substance abuse. Videos and books available for families suffering from the traumas of divorce.
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740.594.7173
Fax: 740.594.1724
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CHILDREN'S HEALTH PROGRAM
Maryland Children's Health Program
Maryland Children's Health Program is a program that gives full benefits for children up to the age of 19 and pregnant women of any age. The new program is for families with low to average income.
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1.800.456.8900
1.800.735.2258 TTD
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COMFORT ZONE CAMP/COUNSELING SERVICES
Grief Support Groups
12276 Stancroft Road
Rockville VA 23146
Comfort Zone Camp is a fun and safe place for grieving children; it is the second largest bereavement camp for children who have experienced the loss of a parent, sibling or primary caregiver. Camps are held in Richmond, Virginia and are open to all grieving children from across the country. Camp was developed by grief specialists to help children grieve.
Comfort Zone Grief Support Groups help families piece together the emotions and challenges of grief. Support groups are supervised by licensed grief therapists and are age-appropriate to understand the reality and circumstances of death. No fee to attend; however, preregistration is required.
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804.749.3943
Fax: 804.749.8512
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COMPASSIONATE FRIENDS
HC / Baltimore Co. Chapter
Self-help group which offers friendship and support to any parent who has experienced the loss of a child, sibling, or immediate family member.
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410.838.0569
Ruth Walker Banick
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DEPRESSION AND RELATED AFFECTIVE DISORDERS ASSOCIATION
(DRADA)
Organization that promotes education on clinical and manic depressive illness.
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410.583.2919
1.888.288.1104
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EXTREME FAMILY OUTREACH
1812 H Pulaski Hwy
Edgewood MD 21040
Offers after school programs and children's center programs.
Extreme Family "S.C.U.B.E. D.O." Outreach is an intensive community based 501C(3) after school sidewalk program for elementary and middle school aged youth. It sets itself apart by delivering a holistic approach to character building, providing interactive communication sessions, arts, music and citizenship teachings.
We are committed to build a community of children who know that they can create a successful future by empowering them as they discover their gifts and talents through teaching, training and mentoring.
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410.676.1212
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FACE
(Families Adopting Children Everywhere, Inc.)
P.O. Box 28058 Northwood Station
Baltimore MD 21239
Adoptive parent support group and public service organization. Courses and publications available.
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410.488.2656
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FAMILIES INVOLVED TOGETHER
A network of parents whose children have emotional, behavioral, or mental disorders.
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410.235.5222
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FAMILY & CHILDREN'S SERVICES
Adult Day Care Services
309 Thomas Run Road
Bel Air MD 21015
Adult Medical Day Care provides socialization, therapeutic exercise and activities, as well as respite for the caregiver. A Registered Nurse attends to medical needs like medication administration, blood pressure monitoring and implementing physician orders. A light breakfast, hot lunch and snack are usually provided; door-to-door transportation is typically offered.
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410.838.3222
Fax: 410.879.5565
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FAMILY SERVICES ASSOCIATION
Grove Presbyterian Church
50 East Bel Air Avenue
Aberdeen MD 21001
The purpose of the center is to offer a safe and neutral location for separated and divorced parents to exchange their children for the purpose of visitation, and to provide supervised visitation in those cases where the safety of the child is in question.
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1.800.217.5600
Elkton-410.398.4060
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FAMILY TREE
A statewide non-profit organization committed to strengthening families by eliminating and preventing child abuse and neglect. This is done by supporting, educating, and nurturing individuals, families and communities. Call for information about parent support groups and positive parenting programs. Call the StressLine for crisis intervention, information and referrals. There is no charge and child care is provided.
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24 hr. StressLine
1.800.243.7337
410.679.6436
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FIELD OF HARFORD COUNTY
Future Independence & Education for Learning
FIELD was established in 1993 for young adults who have been diagnosed with developmental disabilities. The group provides socialization as well as educational opportunities to promote independent living. FIELD provides parents and guardians of members with a network to exchange information and resources. Membership open to young adults age 18 and older.
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410.838.1154
410.879.0727
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FOL YOUTH AND COMMUNITY SERVICES, INC.
Fellowship of Lights
1300 W. Calvert Street
Baltimore MD
Emergency shelter for adolescents, runaways. Runaways can stay for 14 days; those referred by a caseworker can stay for approximately one month. Serving 12-17 year olds.
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410.837.8155
410.385.1200
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FOOD ALLERGY SUPPORT GROUP
Support group for families dealing with food allergies. Group will meet on a monthly basis
to provide relevant information, education and support to families dealing with food allergies. Topics will vary from month to month and will be posted in the Upper Chesapeake Healthlink mailing.
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410.836.8835
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FRIENDS OF THE FAMILY
Administrative office for family support centers.
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410.659.7701
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HARFORD COUNTY LOCAL MANAGEMENT BOARD, INC.
A private non-profit corp. whose mission is to provide coordinated, comprehensive services to Harford County children and families.
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410.638.3166
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HARFORD COUNTY LOCAL MANAGEMENT BOARD, INC.
A privaate, non-profit corporation whose mission is to provide coordinated, comprehensive services to Harford County children and families.
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410.638.3166
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HARFORD COUNTY LOCAL MANAGEMENT BOARD, INC.
Family Preservation
Services provided to families experiencing crisis and at imminent risk of having a child/children removed from the home. Families are voluntary participants. Service is an 8-wk. intensive in-home crisis intervention which may be extended to meet the family's need.
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410.638.3166
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HARFORD COUNTY LOCAL MANAGEMENT BOARD, INC.
The Bridge to Success Program
A community-based program that works specifically with HC youth who engage in children-in-need of supervision type behaviors. Included in the program is coordination of services such as coaching; role-modeling/playing; direct therapeutic intervention to family and individual, concentrating on building skills and family strengths and coordinating follow-up services.
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410.638.3166
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HC INFANTS AND TODDLERS PROGRAM
A program for families with infants and toddlers, up to their third birthday, who may be delayed in development and who may have special needs. Call for information.
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410.638.3823
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HC PARTNERSHP FOR FAMILIES, INC.
Return/Diversion
This program serves school-aged children who are in out-of-state placements or at risk of being placed out-of-state. Children may be considered if they are funded by one of the four child-placing agencies: HC Public Schools, Department of Social Services, Department of Juvenile Justice, or Core Service Agency.
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410.638.3166
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HC PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Child Find
Program is aimed at locating children, ages 3 thru 20, with special needs who are not currently receiving help. These children are then evaluated and, when appropriate, individual programs are planned to provide the help they need.
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410.638.4386
410.638.3814
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HEAD START MARYLAND
Rural Development Program
A Federally funded program which provides comprehensive services to families of children 3-5 yrs. old. 10% of enrollment encompasses disabled children. Eligibility is determined by income. School program is 4 days per week, double session (AM-PM). 3-1/2 hrs. each session. Transportation is provided.
Aberdeen Office - 410-272-6366
Aberdeen Center - 410-272-3520
Havre de Grace - 410-939-5449
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410.287.3936
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MARYLAND CENTER FOR MISSING CHILDREN
The Center verifies that Maryland's missing children have been entered into the National Crime Information Computer, creates and distributes missing children posters, educates the public on child safety issues, and maintains a toll-free hotline for leads, sightings, and requests for assistance.
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1.800.637.5437
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MD DEPARTMENT OF JUVENILE JUSTICE
A state department which provides services for juveniles at the informal level (intake) and the formal level (juvenile court). Works CINS (Children in Need of Supervision) and delinquent cases. Victim Assistance Program provides information, referral, case status, restitution assistance, and court accompaniment for victims of juvenile crime.
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410.836.4680
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MID-ATLANTIC ASTHMA FOUNDATION, INC.
1132 Pericles Drive
P.O. Box 41
Bel Air MD 21015
Mid-Atlantic Asthma Foundation, Inc., is a non-profit organization devoted to helping patients and their families acquire education, support and medication necessary to successfully manage asthma and its components. Please visit our website for further information, contact person, etc.
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410.638.6688
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MISSING CHILDREN HELP CENTER (FLORIDA)
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1.800.872.5437
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MOPS
(Mothers of Preschoolers)
Mountain Christian Church - Call for details.
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410.877.1824
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MOTHERS AND MORE
A national not-for-profit organization that supports women who are taking time from full-time paid employment in order to raise their children at home. Mothers and More is for all women dealing with transitions between paid employment and at-home motherhood. It is NOT about opposing mothers who work outside the home. Mothers and More is about respecting, supporting, and advocating for choices in how one combines work and parenting. Many members currently work for pay in some capacity, most on a part-time basis. There are bi-weekly "Moms-Only" meetings, weekly play-groups, "Mom 'n Tot" activities, and family events. Call for more information.
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410.420.9479
410.638.1071
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N.I.C.E.
Neighbors Involved in the Community of Edgewood
This organization addresses the concerns of the Edgewood Community with an emphasis on risk and protective factors in preventing drug and alcohol abuse and crime. Meets monthly on the 4th Tuesday at the Edgewood Community Center. Offers male and female mentoring programs, tutoring, community advocacy, and can offer parent-to-parent drug prevention workshops.
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410.538.8391
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NATIONAL CENTER FOR MISSING AND EXPLOITED CHILDREN
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1.800.843.5678
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NATIONAL CHILD WATCH CAMPAIGN
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1.800.222.1464
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OPEN DOORS CAREER CENTER, INC.
219 W. Bel Air Avenue
Suite 4 & 5
Aberdeen MD 21001
Non-profit agency that addresses the employment needs of at-risk adults and teens by offering job skills training, career counseling, support groups, and job placement assistance. Programs include: the Women's Employment Program (for women who have lost their primary means of financial support due to separation, divorce, death of a spouse, or unemployment of a spouse), Project Tomorrow (for pregnant and parent teens), and court services programs (for drug offenders and female offenders).
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410.297.6590
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PARENTS WITHOUT PARTNERS, INC.
Non-profit organization dedicated to the welfare and interests of single parents.
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410.569.1066
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PFLAG - BEL AIR/SUSQUEHANNA CHAPTER
Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gay
Bel Air/Susquehanna Chapter
P.O. Box 1342
PFLAG is a national organization which provides support and education to families and friends of lesbians and gays. Through peer support, dialogue, education and advocacy, we provide comfort and assistance to those who are gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgendered and to the parents and friends whose children may have come out to them as such. Meets the 4th Sunday of the month. Call for place and time.
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410.879.5139
410.638.7121
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PSYCH ASSOCIATES
5 North Avenue
Bel Air MD
Provides comprehensive mental health services
to citizens of all ages. Individual and group psychotherapy offered.
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410.569.4900
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RAACE FOUNDATION
134 Industry Lane
Suite 1
Forest Hill MD 21050
The RAACE Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to fighting the epidemic of child sexual abuse by raising public awareness. We hope by bringing to light the prevalence of child sexual abuse we will lessen the social stigma associated with addressing this troubling and destructive social issue. The RAACE Foundation believes that as a society, we have an inherent responsibility to protect our children from sexual abuse. Awareness brings about action!
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410.893.1001
Fax: 410-893-1002
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SHRINERS HOSPITALS FOR CHILDREN
Shriners Hospitals
P.O. Box 31356
Tampa FL 33631
Shriners Hospitals for Children is a network of pediatric specialty hospitals founded by the Shrine where children under the age of 18 receive excellent medical care absolutely free of charge. Shriners Hospitals are located throughout North American with 18 orthopedic hospitals, three dedicated to treating children with severe burns and one hospital that provides orthopedic, burn and spinal cord injury care.
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1.800.237.5055
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SISTERS STRIVING FOR SUCCESS
P.O. Box 1063
Aberdeen MD 21001
A non-profit organization providing social, financial and educational support to the youth in Harford County, guiding them toward academic excellence and improving their overall quality of life. The outreach program provides support to disadvantaged youth to aid them in overcoming difficult and challenging situations.
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410.273.6367
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SPARROW HOUSE MATERNITY HOME
P.O. Box 751
Bel Air MD 21014
Sparrow House provides a loving and secure living environment for young, unmarried pregnant women. Each resident of Sparrow House participates in a counseling program with a qualified counselor, who visits the home on a regular basis. Sparrow House provides education and training opportunities, including a certified home school program. Each resident takes childbirth classes and receives instruction in homemaking and essential life skills. Each mother and baby recieves complete medical care at professional facilities located nearby; certified obstetricians care for each woman during her pregnancy and through post-natal recuperation; and newborn infants receive pediatric care during the mother and baby's hospital stay.
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410.399.2440
Fax: 410.399.2441
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STEPHANIE ROPER COMMITTEE, INC.
Non-profit foundation provides information, support and assistance to crime victims and their families. General advice/direct assistance, legal help, free information and guidance; free legal representation.
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301.952.0063
1.877.842.8461
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STROKE NETWORK
On-line Stroke Support and Information
An on-line stroke support and information group designed to help everyone in the stroke family. Our purpose is to provide on-line support for stroke survivors and caregivers of adult stroke survivors. Stroke survivors, stroke caregivers and health professionals welcome.
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SURVIVORS OF INCEST ANONYMOUS
P.O. Box 190
Benson MD 21018
A 12-step, self-help recover program for adults.
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410.893.3322
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SWAN EXPRESSIVE THERAPIES
260 Gateway Drive
Building 1 Suite 15 B
Bel Air MD 21014
The practice offers individual, couple, and family therapy. The modalities offered include, psychotherapy, counseling, and art therapy. The populations we serve are children, adolescents, adults, and elders. The therapists in our practice specialize in parenting skills, ADHD, Anxiety disorders, relationship issues, spiritual issues, and PTSD. Hours include morning, afternoon, evenig, and weekend. A free phone consultation is avaiable.
Therapists:
Mara Swan, MA LCPC ATR-BC
Matthew Swan, MA LCPC ATR
Holly Wade, MA ATR
Erin MCConnell, MA ATR
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443-326-5041
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TOUGHLOVE PARENT SUPPORT GROUP
A non-profit support group for parents troubled by their teenager's or adult child's behavior.
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1.800.705.9980
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TREATMENT FAMILY PROGRAM OF CATHOLIC CHARITIES
Foster Care Program
Treatment Family Program provides therapeutic foster care services to families and children from birth to 21 years in individual homes in Harford, Baltimore and Cecil counties. The program recruits, trains and licenses foster parents and provides needed support once placements are made.
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410.676.1220
410.538.3388
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TRESSLER LUTHERAN SERVICES OF MD, INC.
Adoption Services
Adoption for children of all ages with special needs. Orientation, parent training, placement, and follow-up appointment services available. Over 25 years experience. Community counseling on all topics at multiple sites in central MD for children and adults, individuals and groups. Sliding fee scale.
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410.230.2840
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UPPER CHESAPEAKE/ST. JOSEPH HOME CARE
Harford Hospice, Inc.
8003 Corporate Drive, Suite G
Baltimore MD 21236
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410.931.0990
Fax: 410.931.2144
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VILLA MARIA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CLINIC
1301 Continental Drive, Suite 103
Abingdon MD 21009
Provides community-based programs and out-patient therapy to individuals, families, and children. School-based mental health services available for children. Psychiatrists available for medication management. Sliding fee scale available. Call for details.
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410.676.1220
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WIC - WOMEN INFANTS & CHILDREN
A federally-funded program that provides healthy foods and nutrition counseling to pregnant women, new mothers, infants, and children under the age of five.
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410.273.5656
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WILSON COMMUNITY CENTER
A multi-purpose community facility open to the public daily for the purposes of education, programming, meetings, counseling, recreation, and social services. The center also offers after-school programs for children in grades K thru 8.
Volunteers in the center's various services and programs. Call for information.
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410.836.3555
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WORKING MOMS AND DADS OF HARFORD COUNTY
Group was established after growing frustration with the number of Moms groups that meet during the daytime, which excludes working parents. Furthermore, a key component appears to be missing from those groups, the active participation of fathers. We hope to discuss all aspects of the unique issues that working parents face, such as balancing family and career, parenting, etc. Another important goal is to provide support for working parents, not only in the virtual realm; i.e., the Internet, but in person as well.
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443.512.0258
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YOUNG LIFE
Organization that has existed for over 20 years in Harford County. It is dedicated to loving kids, building relationships with them and providing them with opportunities to experience life in ways understandable to junior and high school students. Organization welcomes young persons with disabilities and has experienced volunteers. Monthly club meetings as well as special events and trips to Young Life's resort properties; transportation to and from all of these activities is provided.
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410.663.0805
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STATE DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES - DSS
Child Support Enforcement Administration
311 W. Saratoga Street
Baltimore MD 21201
Enables, encourages, and enforces parental responsibility through innovative programs, partnerships, and technology, thereby contributing to child and family well-being.
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1.800.925.4435 TTY
1.800.332.6347
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