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Applying for Disability Benefits with a Mental Illness MHAMD

The SSA must see that you meet basic eligibility requirements before further reviewing your application for benefits. This basic eligibility includes having: 1. A formal diagnosis of a potentially disabling conditionSee more

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Light Up Green MD MHAMD

WEBWe believe that mental health is health. May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Across the country, Mental Health America is asking buildings, landmarks, and communities to …

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Signs and Symptoms Children & Youth MHAMD

WEBPsychological trauma is an emotionally painful, shocking, stressful, and sometimes life-threatening experience. It may or may not involve physical injuries, and can result from …

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Advance Directives Adults MHAMD

WEBA Mental Health Advance Directive (MHAD) is a legal document that allows a person with a mental illness to state their wishes and preferences in advance of a mental health crisis. …

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About the Mental Health Association of Maryland

WEBMHAMD is Maryland’s only volunteer nonprofit citizens organization bringing together consumers, families, professionals, advocates, and concerned citizens for unified action …

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Resources Adults MHAMD

WEBDepression and Bipolar Support Alliance – DBSA offers in-person and online support groups for people living with a mood disorder. NAMI Maryland – NAMI Maryland’s event …

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Read Our Publications MHAMD

WEBPublications. The Mental Health Association of Maryland provides free informational resources available by download. Printed publications are available by mail throughout …

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Coronavirus MHAMD

WEBIn an effort to prioritize health and safety, Maryland Health Connection opened an emergency enrollment period for uninsured Marylanders through August 15, 2021. Text …

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Advocacy What We Do MHAMD

WEBAdvocating for Improved Access to Behavioral Health Care in Maryland. All Marylanders should have access to the mental health and substance use treatment they need to lead …

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What We Do MHAMD

WEBFor over 100 years, the Mental Health Association of Maryland has worked tirelessly to build a just and humane mental health system in Maryland, where all people are …

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Substance Use Adults MHAMD

WEBSubstance Use. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, addiction is a chronic, often relapsing, brain disease that causes compulsive drug seeking and use …

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Support Groups Healthy New Moms MHAMD

WEBHere are several support groups in Maryland dedicated to helping pregnant and new moms with perinatal mood and anxiety disorders: Annapolis – Heritage Baptist Church | …

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2024 Legislative Briefing and Reception MHAMD

WEBAt the 2024 MHAMD Legislative Briefing and Reception, we will be laser focused on the children’s mental health crisis in Maryland, bringing together leaders from all child …

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Outreach and Education What We Do MHAMD

WEBVibrant Aging: Peers Program is a Baltimore County-based program that provides community education on aging and brain health, volunteer support for residents age 50 …

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The Parity Law Paying for Care MHAMD

WEBThe Parity Law. State and federal parity laws aim to create fairness in insurance coverage for mental health and addiction treatment by requiring coverage and management of …

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The Affordable Care Act Paying for Care MHAMD

WEBThe Affordable Care Act, enacted in 2010, has three main goals: Make affordable health insurance available to more people. Expand the Medicaid program to cover all adults …

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Training What We Do MHAMD

WEBEngage with® Skills Training Programs is a non-profit initiative that offers live, virtual skills trainings that prepare frontline staff with the skills necessary to interact with specific …

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ANNUAL REPORT 2019

WEBPROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS For over 104 years, the Mental Health Association of Maryland has worked tirelessly to build a just and humane mental health system in Maryland, …

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Employment Opportunities MHAMD

WEBEmployment Opportunities. In addition to providing an array of advocacy, education and oversight services, the Mental Health Association of Maryland embraces a culture of …

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