ABLEDATA
8630 Fenton St, Suite 930
Silver Spring, MD 20910

Phone Number: (800) 227-0216
Secondary Phone Number: (301) 608-8998

Fax: (301) 608-8958
URL: www.abledata.com

The ABLEDATA program maintains a database on assistive technology devices for people with disabilities.



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Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ)
P.O. Box 8547
Silver Spring, MD 20907-8547

Phone Number: (800) 358-9295
Secondary Phone Number:

Fax: (410) 290-3811
URL: www.ahrq.gov/

Formerly the Agency for Healthcare Policy and Research. The AHRQ is a branch of the U.S. Public Health Service. Its goals are to promote effective, appropriate, high quality health care, increase access to care, and improve the way health services are organized, delivered, and financed. The Clearinghouse distributes the agency's publications. Mental health publications include Clinical Treatment Guidelines for Depression in Primary Care. A catalogue is available.



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Alcoholics Anonymous Hotline - Maryland
Southern Maryland Intergroup Association Walden Sierra Inc. P.O. Box 767
Charlotte Hall, MD 20622

Phone Number: (800) 492-0209
Secondary Phone Number:

Fax: (301) 997-1320
URL: www.soberrecovery.com

A hotline for the tri-county area of Charles, St.Mary's, and Calvert counties in Maryland. The hotline provides information on AA meetings and they can also refer to other Maryland counties and D.C. AA hotlines.



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Alternative Medicine Foundation
PO Box 60016
Potomac, MD 20859

Phone Number: (301) 340-1960
Secondary Phone Number:

Fax: 301-340-1936
URL: www.amfoundation.org/

Providing consumers and professionals with responsible, evidence-based information on the integration of alternative and conventional medicine.



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Alzheimer's Disease Education and Referral Center
P.O. Box 8250
Silver Spring, MD 20907-8250

Phone Number: (800) 438-4380
Secondary Phone Number: (301) 495-3311

Fax: (301) 495-3334
URL: www.alzheimers.org/

The Education and Referral Center provides educational materials on Alzheimer's and aging, offers referrals and literature searches and distributes publications. Also distributes a booklet on home safety for Alzheimer's patients in Spanish. Have information on a variety of Spanish language materials in their bibliographic database.



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American Association for Geriatric Psychiatry
7910 Woodmont Avenue, Suite 1050
Bethesda, MD 20814-

Phone Number: (301) 654-7850
Secondary Phone Number:

Fax: (301) 654-4137
URL: www.aagpgpa.org

The American Association for Geriatric Psychiatry (AAGP) provides brochures on depression and Alzheimer's. They also provide referrals to psychiatrists.



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American Correctional Association
4380 Forbes Blvd.
Lanham, MD 20706-4322

Phone Number: (301) 918-1800
Secondary Phone Number: (800) 222-5646

Fax: (301) 918-1900
URL: www.aca.org

The Association provides membership services, standards and accreditations. They hold conferences, and sponsor trainings and contracts. Publications and training materials are available for purchase.



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American Dance Therapy Association
10632 Little Patuxent Parkway
Columbia, MD 21044-

Phone Number: (410) 997-4040
Secondary Phone Number:

Fax: (410) 997-4048
URL: www.adta.org

Works to establish and maintain high standard of professional education and competence in the field of dance/movement therapy. Stimulates communication among dance/movement therapists and members of allied professions through publication of the ADTA newsletter, the American Journal of Dance Therapy, monographs, bibliographies, and conference proceedings. Holds an annual conference and supports formation of regional groups, conferences, seminars, workshops, and meetings throughout the year.



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American Jail Association
1135 Professional Court
Hagerstown, MD 21740-5853

Phone Number: (301) 790-3930
Secondary Phone Number:

Fax: (301) 790-2941
URL: www.corrections.com/aja/

The American Jail Association represents the 3,272 jails in the United States. The Association is involved with jail mental health problems and publishes articles about the topic in its magazine "American Jails." The Association holds an annual training conference, produces training bulletins, and offers regional training sessions on the subject of mental health services in jails.



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American Music Association (AMA)
8455 Colesville Road Suite 1000
Silver Spring, MD 20901-

Phone Number: (301) 589-3300
Secondary Phone Number:

Fax: (301) 589-5175
URL: www.musictherapy.org

The purpose of AMA is the progressive development of the therapeutic use of music in rehabilitation, special education, and community settings. The organization is committed to the advancement of education, training, professional standards, credentials, and research in support of the music therapy profession.



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American Occupational Therapy Association
4720 Montgomery Lane P.O. Box 31220
Bethesda, MD 20824-3425

Phone Number: (301) 652-2682
Secondary Phone Number:

Fax: (301) 652-7711
URL: www.aota.org/

The American Occupational Therapy Association is a National organization that supports and represents occupational therapists.



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Annie Casey Foundation
701 St. Paul Street
Baltimore, MD 21202

Phone Number: (410) 547-6600
Secondary Phone Number:

Fax: (410) 547-6624
URL: www.aecf.org

A private organization to help build better futures for millions of disadvantaged children who are at risk for poor educational, economic, social and health outcomes in the US. Free publications on issues affecting disadvantaged children such as child welfare reform.



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Anxiety Disorders Association of America (ADAA)
8730 Georgia Avenue
Silver Spring, MD 20910

Phone Number: (240) 485-1001
Secondary Phone Number:

Fax: (240) 485-1035
URL: www.adaa.org

The ADAA provides information on the range of anxiety disorders and referrals to professionals who specialize in the treatment of anxiety disorders. To obtain a list of professionals in your state contact the association.



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Association for Retarded Citizens of the U.S.
1010 Wayne Ave., Suite 650
Silver Spring, MD 20910-

Phone Number: (301) 565-3842
Secondary Phone Number:

Fax: (301) 565-5342
URL: www.thearc.org

The ARC works to prevent and cure mental retardation and to improve the quality of life for children and adults with mental retardation and their families. The Association provides services to families, communities, and organizations to help them meet the needs of people with mental retardation. Publications and a newsletter are available.



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Autism Society of America
7910 Woodmont Ave. Suite 300
Bethesda, MD 20814-

Phone Number: (800) 328-8476
Secondary Phone Number: (301) 657-0881

Fax: (301) 657-0869
URL: www.autism-society.org/

The Autism Society provides information and referral services, education, and emotional support to parents and families of people with autism. The Society sponsors conferences and distributes publications and a newsletter. They also offer an information package about asperger's disorder.



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Capital Area DMDA
P.O. Box 341191
Bethesda, MD 20827

Phone Number: (301) 279-0831
Secondary Phone Number:

Fax:
URL: geocities.com/cadma_99

Educate patients, families, professionals and the public concerning the nature of depressive and manic-depressive illness as treatable medical diseases; to foster self-help for patients and families; to eliminate discrimination and stigma; to improve access to care; and to advocate for research toward the elimination of these illnesses.



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CD Publications
8204 Fenton St.
Silver Spring, MD 20910-

Phone Number: (800) 666-6380
Secondary Phone Number: (301) 588-6380

Fax: (301) 588-6385
URL: www.cdpublications.com/

This bi-monthly newsletter has information on mental health legislation on the state and national level, funding opportunities, conferences, and training programs. The publication is available by subscription.



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CDC National Prevention Information Network (formerly CDC National AIDS Clearinghouse)
P.O. Box 6003
Rockville, MD 20849-6003

Phone Number: (800) 458-5231
Secondary Phone Number:

Fax: (888) 282-7681
URL: www.cdcnpin.org/

The CDC National Prevention Information Network is a reference and referral service. They provide publications on HIV/ AIDS for the public, professionals, and information for business and workplaces. The CDC National Prevention Information Network has information on conferences, statistics general HIV/AIDS, clinical trials, and information on current research and studies. The network also has information on TB and STDs. TTY # 800-243-7012. International # 301-562-1098.



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Center for School Mental Health Assistance
University of Maryland Baltimore, Department of Psychiatry 680 West Lexington Street, 10th Floor
Baltimore, MD 21201-1570

Phone Number: (888) 706-0980
Secondary Phone Number: (410) 706-0980

Fax: (410) 706-0984
URL: csmha.umaryland.edu

The Center for School Mental Health Assistance (CSMHA) provides leadership and technical assistance to advance effective interdisciplinary school-based mental health programs.



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Children and Adults with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD)
8181 Professional Place, Suite 201
Landover, MD 20785-

Phone Number: (800) 233-4050
Secondary Phone Number: (301) 306-7070

Fax: (301) 306-7090
URL: www.chadd.org/

C.H.A.D.D. is a nonprofit parent-based organization formed to better the lives of individuals with attention deficit disorders and those who care for them. Through family support and advocacy, public and professional education and encouragement of scientific research, C.H.A.D.D. works to ensure that those with Attention Deficit Disorder are given the opportunity to reach their inherent potential.



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Community Connections
P.O. Box 7189
Gaithersburg, MD 20890-7189

Phone Number: (800) 998-9999
Secondary Phone Number:

Fax: (301) 519-5027
URL: www.comcon.org

An information clearinghouse for the U.S. Housing and Urban Development's (HUD) office of community development and planning. They distribute information on program regulations, descriptions of model programs, case studies of affordable housing initiatives, funding notices, and training and conferences. The center provides information on all of HUD's Community and Planning Development programs such as HOME, HOPE 3, the Community Development Block Grant, Empowerment Zones/Enterprise Communities, Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS, and all homeless assistance programs.



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Computer Learning and Resource Center, Inc.
1730 Elton Road, Suite #5
Silver Spring, MD 20903

Phone Number: (301) 431-1628
Secondary Phone Number:

Fax: (301) 431-1726
URL: www.clarcinc.org

The Computer Learning and Resource Center, Inc. (CLARC) is a non-profit organization which provides vocational training in computers for older youths and adults with a history of a psychiatric disability. A computer lab with Internet access is available six days week and employment assistance accompanies job training. A sheltered workshop and a pilot enterprise for artists with a disability is also provided. In addition, CLARC refers individuals to appropriate resources to assist with their housing, medical, transportation and other needs.



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Creative Alternatives
Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center 2400 Broening Highway, Suite 180
Baltimore, MD 21224-

Phone Number: (410) 631-6021
Secondary Phone Number:

Fax: (410) 633-4705
URL:

Creative Alternatives is a non-profit organization funded by a grant from the State Department of Health and Mental Hygiene and Baltimore Mental Health Systems. Members do not have to pay to be part of the program, nor do they have to forgo their government benefits. The program helps members with their medical and mental health needs in addition to assisting them with goals such as housing, employment, transportation, education, substance abuse treatrment, legal assistance and financial management.



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CSAAC - Community Services for Autistic Adults and Children
751 Twinbrook Parkway
Rockville, MD 20851

Phone Number: (301) 762-1650
Secondary Phone Number:

Fax: (301) 762-5230
URL: www.csaac.org

TTY: 1-800-735-2258. CSAAC provides services such as intensive early intervention, residential, school, and vocational rehabilitation to children and adults with autism.



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Depression and Related Affective Disorders Association (DRADA)
Meyer 3-181 600 North Wolfe Street
Baltimore, MD 21287-7381

Phone Number: (410) 955-4647
Secondary Phone Number: (202) 955-5800

Fax: (410) 614-3241
URL: www.hopkinsmedicine.org/specialprojects/drada_draft

Depression and Related Affective Disorders Association (DRADA) provides education and information on depressive disorders. They sponsor mutual-help support groups in the Washington D.C./Baltimore areas and educational meetings that are open to the public. DRADA also arranges for peer support.



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Disabled Police Officers Counseling Center, Inc.
9662 Pennsylvania Avenue
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772-

Phone Number: (301) 599-0190
Secondary Phone Number:

Fax: (301) 599-0233
URL:

Provides counseling services (ie. individual, family, career, group) to any disabled or retired police officer free of charge. Other services include a job bank, occupational testing and evaluation, career and educational counseling, 24 hour National Crisis Hotline, and information and referral services.



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Epilepsy Foundation
4351 Garden City Drive
Landover, MD 20785-

Phone Number: (800) 332-1000
Secondary Phone Number:

Fax: (301) 577-2684
URL: www.epilepsyfoundation.org

The Epilepsy Foundation provides information on the disease and makes referrals to local chapters.



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ERIC Clearinghouse on Disabilities and Gifted Education
2277 Research Boulevard, 6M
Rockville, MD 20850

Phone Number: (800) 538-3742
Secondary Phone Number: (301) 519-5157

Fax: (301) 519-6760
URL: www.eric.ed.gov/

The Clearinghouse provides information and referrals on topics related to the education of disabled and gifted children. They provide materials on all aspects of special education, including IDEA, IEP, and the ADA. The Clearinghouse also has bibliographies, materials for parents and teachers, and newsletters.



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Families Involved Together
2219 Maryland Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21218-

Phone Number: (410)235-5222
Secondary Phone Number:

Fax: (410) 235-4222
URL:

Parent Advocacy Organization



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Family StudiesJohns Hopkins University School of Medicine
P.O. Box 1997
Baltimore, MD 21203

Phone Number: (888) 289-4095
Secondary Phone Number: (410) 955-0646

Fax: (410) 955-0644
URL: www.hopkinsmedicine.org\epigen

Ongoing research project at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine to study the genetic basis of schizophrenia, bipolar disorder and schizo-affective disorder, in order to develop new treatments for the diseases. To be eligible for the study, subjects must be from Ashkenazi Jewish families with two or more siblings diagnosed with schizophrenia who have at least one living parent, or; Ashkenazi Jewish families with both parents living and an offspring diagnosed with schizophrenia. Participants are not required to travel. Families may be referred by a clinician or may call directly.



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Federal Assistance Monitor
CD Publications 8204 Fenton Street
Silver Spring, MD 20910

Phone Number: (301) 588-6380
Secondary Phone Number:

Fax: (301) 588-6385
URL: www.cdpublications.com

The Federal Assistance Monitor is a semimonthly report on Federal and private grant opportunities in the fields of social services, education, child services, law enforcement, community development and other domestic issues. The publication list is available by subscription.



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Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
5600 Fishers Lane
Rockville, MD 20857

Phone Number: (888) 463-6332
Secondary Phone Number:

Fax:
URL: www.fda.gov

FDA information line. The FDA's mission is to promote and protect the public health by helping safe and effective products, including medications, reach the market in a timely way, and monitoring products for continued safety after they are in use.



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Frederick County Mental Health Association
263 W. Patrick St.
Frederick, MD 21701-

Phone Number: (301) 663-0011
Secondary Phone Number:

Fax: (301) 695-4747
URL: www.fcmha.org

The Frederick County MHA offers information, referral, parenting education and counseling services. The also conduct workshops and training programs for businesses, community groups and organizations.



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Health Care Financing Administration
Office of Beneficiaries 7500 Security Blvd.
Baltimore, MD 21244-1850

Phone Number: (410) 786-3000
Secondary Phone Number: (410) 786-3205

Fax:
URL: cms.hhs.gov/default.asp?fromhcfadotgov=true

The Health Care Financing Administration is the Federal Government agency that oversees the Medicare and Medicaid program. The Administration also investigates some complaints about treatment facilities that receive Medicare and/or Medicaid funding.



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Health Care Financing Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
201 Preston St.
Baltimore, MD 21201-

Phone Number: (410) 767-1463
Secondary Phone Number:

Fax: (410) 333-7687
URL: www.dhmh.state.md.us

State Medicaid agency. Eligibility department of Medicaid.



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Hearts & Ears
11 E. Chase Street Suite 7B
Baltimore, MD 21202

Phone Number: (410) 837-7778
Secondary Phone Number:

Fax: (410) 837-7884
URL:

A grassroots support, educational and advocacy organization for gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgendered and intersexed people with mental illness. They provide a drop-in center, support groups, peer friendship, and volunteer program. Their web site also provides information on related activities and events, a newsletter and research information.



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Helping Others Help Ourselves of Southern Maryland
21310 Crate Mills Road
Lexington Park, MD 20653

Phone Number: (301) 866-0010
Secondary Phone Number:

Fax:
URL:

Offers peer support groups, conferences, help with entitlements, transportation services and social program.



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International Association of Psychosocial Rehabilitation Services (IAPSRS)
601 N Hammonds Ferry Road Suite A
Linthicum, MD 21090-1329

Phone Number: (410) 789-7054
Secondary Phone Number:

Fax: (410) 789-7675
URL: www.iapsrs.org

Membership organization for PSR professionals, consumers and family members. They work to promote, support, and strengthen community-oriented rehabilitation services and resources for persons with psychiatric disability.



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International Dyslexia Association
8600 LaSalle Rd., Chester Bldg., Ste. 382
Baltimore, MD 21286-2044

Phone Number: (800) 222-3123
Secondary Phone Number: (410) 296-0232

Fax: (410) 321-5069
URL: www.interdys.org/

The Society promotes research on learning disorders and encourages appropriate teaching. Publications are available.



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Juvenile Justice ClearinghouseOffice of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention
NCJRS PO Box 6000
Rockville, MD 20849-6000

Phone Number: (800) 638-8736
Secondary Phone Number: (800) 851-3420

Fax: (301) 519-5212
URL: www.ncjrs.org

Disseminates information on juvenile justice from the Department of Justice.



Lower Shore Friends, Inc.
207 Maryland Avenue, #5
Salisbury, MD 21801

Phone Number: (410) 334-2173
Secondary Phone Number:

Fax: (410) 334-6361
URL:

Consumer advocacy program. Offers life skills classes, psychotherapeutic classes.



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Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service
700 Light St.
Baltimore, MD 21230-

Phone Number: (410) 230-2700
Secondary Phone Number:

Fax: (410) 230-2890
URL: www.lirs.org

Provides resettlement services for refugees and immigrants.



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Maryland Board of Examiners of Psychologists
4201 Patterson Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21215-2299

Phone Number: (410) 764-4787
Secondary Phone Number:

Fax: (410) 358-7896
URL:

Licensure board for psychologists in the State of Maryland.



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Maryland Board of Physicians
4201 Patterson Ave, 3rd Floor
Baltimore, MD 21215-0095

Phone Number: (410) 764-4777
Secondary Phone Number: (800) 492-6836

Fax: (410) 358-2252
URL: www.mbp.state.md.us

The board is a state agency charged with the responsibility to license and discipline health care providers under its jurisdiction. Complaints can be filed by anyone: patients, other physicians, government or private agencies. All complaints are guaranteed an investigation and response.



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Maryland Board of Professional Counselors
4201 Patterson Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21215-

Phone Number: (410) 764-4732
Secondary Phone Number: (410) 764-4735

Fax: (410) 358-1610
URL:

Certifies counselors and MFTs in the State of Maryland.



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Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners
4201 Patterson Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21215

Phone Number: (410) 764-4788
Secondary Phone Number:

Fax: (410) 358-2469
URL: www.dhmh.state.md.us/bswe/

Licensure board for social workers the State of Maryland.



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Maryland Disability Law Center, Inc.
1800 N. Charles Street, Suite 400
Baltimore, MD 21201-

Phone Number: (800) 233-7201
Secondary Phone Number: (410) 727-6352

Fax: (410) 727-6389
URL: www.mdlcbalto.org/

The Maryland Disability Law Center (MDLC) is a private, non-profit organization staffed by attorneys and paralegals. MDLC is the Protection and Advocacy organization for Maryland.



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Maryland Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS)
2301 Argonne Drive
Baltimore, MD 21218-

Phone Number: (410) 554-9385
Secondary Phone Number: (888) 554-0334

Fax: (410) 554-9412
URL: www.dors.state.md.us

Counseling, career assessment, job training and other support services to help individuals with disabilities work or remain independent in their communities. DORS also operates the Workforce & Technology Center, a comprehensive rehabilitation facility.



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Maryland Mental Hygiene Administration
201 West Preston St. Room 416A
Baltimore, MD 21201-

Phone Number: (877) 463-3464 statewide
Secondary Phone Number: (877) 463-3464

Fax: (410) 333-5402
URL: www.dhmh.state.md.us

State mental health agency. For information about obtaining mental health services or for help in a crisis, call the helpline at 800-888-1965. The helpline is available 24 hours a day - 7 days a week. Maryland Relay Toll-free: 800-735-2258



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Maryland Psychiatric Society
1101 St. Paul Street Suite 305
Baltimore, MD 21202-6407

Phone Number: (410) 625-0232
Secondary Phone Number:

Fax: (410) 625-0277
URL: www.mdpsych.org

District branch of the American Psychiatric Association. Provides names of psychiatrists who belong to the association and practice in the caller's area.



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Maryland State Insurance Commissioners
525 St. Paul Place
Baltimore, MD 21202-2272

Phone Number: (800) 492-6116
Secondary Phone Number: (410) 468-2000

Fax: (410) 468-2334
URL: www.mdinsurance.state.md.us

Insurance commission for MD. Maryland Relay Toll-free: 800-735-2258



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Maryland Statewide First Call for Help
100 S. Charles St., 5th Floor PO Box 1576
Baltimore, MD 21203-1576

Phone Number: (800) 492-0618
Secondary Phone Number: (410) 685-0525

Fax: (410) 895-1556
URL:

Information and referral service of the United Way, for the State of MD.



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Maryland Volunteer Lawyers Services
16 S. Talvert St., Suite 700
Baltimore, MD 21202-

Phone Number: (800) 510-0050
Secondary Phone Number:

Fax:
URL:

Family Law Assistance Project is a free program for low and moderate income Anne Arundel County residents who want to file for divorce and/or custody and are unable to pay an attorney. You will not be represented by an attorney but you will receive assistance in completing the forms.



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Medwatch
5600 Fishers Lane HFD-410
Rockville, MD 20857

Phone Number: (800) 332-1088
Secondary Phone Number: (301) 827-7240

Fax: (301) 827-7241
URL: www.fda.gov/medwatch

Medwatch, the FDA Medical Products Reporting Program, enhances health professional awareness of the critical need to monitor for, recognize, and report medical product adverse events/product problems. By accessing the Medwatch internet home page, health professionals can stay current on clinically important safety-related information and actively participate in postmarketing surveillance. Medwatch takes reports of serious adverse events and product problems.



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Mental Health Association - Howard County
11702 Lightfall Court
Columbia, MD 21044-

Phone Number: (410) 707-0164
Secondary Phone Number: (410) 995-3323

Fax: (202) 261-0003
URL:

Affiliate of the NMHA. Provides support, outreach, speakers, referrals, depression screening and advocacy.



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Mental Health Association in Talbot County
611B Dutchman's Lane
Easton, MD 21601

Phone Number: (410) 822-0444
Secondary Phone Number: (888) 706-9902

Fax: (410) 820-7283
URL: www.mhamdes.org

Affiliate of the NMHA.



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Mental Health Association of Maryland
711 West 40th Street, Suite 460
Baltimore, MD 21211-

Phone Number: (410) 235-1178
Secondary Phone Number: (800) 572-6426

Fax: (410) 235-1180
URL: www.mhamd.org

The Mental Health Association of Maryland (MHAM) is dedicated to promoting mental health, preventing mental disorders and achieving victory over mental illness through advocacy, education, research and service. They offer an information and referral service, the PEERS program for seniors, and many educational programs.



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Mental Health Association of Montgomery County
1000 Twinbrook Parkway
Rockville, MD 20851-

Phone Number: (301) 424-0656
Secondary Phone Number:

Fax: (301) 738-1030
URL: www.mhamc.org

Affiliate of the NMHA, providing education and advocacy. MHA of Montgomery County operates the Montgomery County Hotline (301-738-2255) and offers adult homeless mental health services, Bridges to Pals (support to children in foster care), a friendly visitor program, Pets on Wheels, representative payees, transportation services, Voices vs. Violence and Kids on the Block. They also offer two programs for young parents. Dads Advising Dads and Mothers Offering Maternal Support match teen and expectant teen parents with experienced parents and support.



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Mental Health Association of Prince Georges County
5012 Rhode Island Avenue, 3rd Floor P.O. Box 98
Hyattsville, MD 20781-

Phone Number: (301) 699-2737
Secondary Phone Number: (301) 699-2742

Fax: (301) 699-2746
URL: www.mhapgc.freeservers.com

Affiliate of the NMHA. They provide advocacy and educational materials. The offer a weekly bipolar support group at Laurel Regional Hospital.



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Mental Health FAX4U
National Institute of Mental Health
Rockville, MD

Phone Number:
Secondary Phone Number:

Fax: (301) 443-5158
URL: www.nimh.nih.gov/research/faxcon.htm

Mental Health FAX4U is a fax-on-demand system for information on NIMH research, funding opportunities, and on mental illnesses. Operates 24 hours, 7 days a week. User must call from a touch-tone fax machine to access and order documents.



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Montgomery County Federation of Families for Childrens Mental Health
10408 Hayes Avenue
Silver Spring, MD 20902-

Phone Number: (301) 649-7483
Secondary Phone Number:

Fax:
URL:

Parent Advocacy Group



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Montgomery County Hotline
1000 Twinbrook Parkway
Rockville, MD 20851

Phone Number: (301) 738-2255
Secondary Phone Number: (301) 424-0656 x 117

Fax:
URL:

The Montgomery County Hotline is a 24 hour, telephone counseling, information and referral service.



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Montgomery County Therapist Referral Line
1000 Twinbrook Parkway
Rockville, MD 20851-

Phone Number: (301) 738-7176
Secondary Phone Number:

Fax: (301) 738-1030
URL:

Mental health provider referrals to reduced fee therapists for qualified Montgomery County residents. They match callers with local providers that offer sliding-scale fee services.

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NAMI Maryland
711 West 40th Street Suite 451
Baltimore, MD 21211-

Phone Number: (800) 467-0075
Secondary Phone Number: (410) 467-7100

Fax: (410) 467-7195
URL: md.nami.org

NAMI Maryland is a support and advocacy organization. They sponsor local support groups and offer education and information about community services for people with mental illness and their families.



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National Association of Community Health Centers Inc.
7200 Wisconsin Avenue Suite 210
Bethesda, MD 20814

Phone Number: (301) 347-0400
Secondary Phone Number:

Fax: (301) 347-0459
URL: www.nachc.com

Association for primary care health centers. They provide services and technical assistance to health centers.



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National Association of School Psychologists
4340 East-West Highway, Suite 402
Bethesda, MD 20814-

Phone Number: (301) 657-0270
Secondary Phone Number:

Fax: (301) 657-0275
URL: www.nasponline.org/index2.html

NASP is a professional membership association for school psychologists. Standards for training & field placement programs, credentialing, ethical and practice. Publications.



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National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM)
PO Box 7923
Gaitherburg, MD 20898

Phone Number: (888) 644-6226
Secondary Phone Number:

Fax: (866) 464-3616
URL: nccam.nih.gov

The National Institutes of Health established the Office of Alternative Medicine to scientifically research alternative healing practices such as acupuncture, homeopathic medicine, massage, and prayer.



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National Center for Health Statistics
3311 Toledo Road Room 5419
Hyattsville, MD 20782

Phone Number: (301) 458-4636
Secondary Phone Number:

Fax:
URL: www.cdc.gov/nchs/default.htm

NCHS provides data on vital and health statistics. NCHS also has statistics on hospital stays, visits to primary care physicians and the drugs prescribed.



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National Center on Sleep Disorders Resarch National Institutes of Health
Two Rockledge Centre Suite 10038 6701 Rockledge Drive MSC 7920
Bethesda, MD 20892

Phone Number: (301) 435-0199
Secondary Phone Number:

Fax: (301) 480-3451
URL: www.nhlbi.nih.gov/about/ncsdr/index.htm

The Center coordinates the Federal Government's efforts on sleep disorders and works closely with other public, private, and nonprofit groups.



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National Clearinghouse for Alcohol and Drug Information (NCADI)
P.O. Box 2345
Rockville, MD 20847-2345

Phone Number: (800) 729-6686
Secondary Phone Number: (301) 468-2600

Fax: (301) 468-7394
URL: www.health.org/

NCADI is the main source for Federal substance abuse information on prevention, education, research, treatment and rehabilitation. The Clearinghouse disseminates free publications, posters, video and audio tapes. Literature searches are also available as well as an on-line service. A publication catalogue is available.



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National Clearinghouse on Families and Youth
PO Box 13505
Silver Spring, MD 20911-3505

Phone Number: (301) 608-8098
Secondary Phone Number:

Fax: (301) 608-8721
URL: www.ncfy.com

Information and publications on strategies for supporting young people and their families.



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National Council for Community Behavioral Healthcare
12300 Twinbrook Parkway, Suite 320
Rockville, MD 20852-

Phone Number: (301) 984-6200
Secondary Phone Number:

Fax: (301) 881-7159
URL: www.nccbh.org/

The National Council for Community Behavioral Healthcare (formerly the National Community Mental Healthcare Council) is a membership organization for behavioral healthcare agencies. The Council is involved in public advocacy and provides training and technical assistance to its members. The Council can provide referrals to their member organizations that provide community mental health services. Publications available include fact sheets, newsletters, alerts, and technical assistance briefs.



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National Criminal Justice Reference Service (NCJRS)National Institute of Justice
Box 6000
Rockville, MD 20849-6000

Phone Number: (800) 851-3420
Secondary Phone Number: (301) 519-5500

Fax: (301) 519-5212
URL: www.ncjrs.org

The National Criminal Justice Reference Service is an extensive source of information on criminal and juvenile justice. Sponsored by the National Institute on Justice, the Reference Service collects and disseminates publications, provides references and referral services, and maintains specialized databases. They also offer a fax-on-demand system for some publications. TTY: 877-712-9279



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National Family Caregivers Association
10400 Connecticut Avenue, #500
Kensington, MD 20895-3944

Phone Number: (800) 896-3650
Secondary Phone Number:

Fax: (301) 942-2302
URL: www.nfcacares.org

NFCA is a grass roots organization created to educate, support, empower and speak up for the millions of Americans who care for chronically ill, aged or disabled loved ones.



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National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD)
PO Box 3006
Rockville, MD 20857

Phone Number: (800) 370-2943
Secondary Phone Number: TTY: (888) 320-6942

Fax: (301) 984-1473
URL: www.nichd.nih.gov

THe NICHD conducts and supports laboratory research, clinical trials, and studies with people that explore health processes. The NICHD Resource Center provides information and resources through a toll-free number, online ordering of free publications and an information and referral service. Information includes publications on Autism, Down Syndrome and other developmental disabilities. Publications are available in English and Spanish.



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National Institute of Mental Health
6001 Executive Blvd Room 8184 MSC 9663
Bethesda, MD 20892-9663

Phone Number: (888) 826-9438
Secondary Phone Number: (301) 443-4513

Fax: (301) 443-4279
URL: www.nimh.nih.gov

The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) is the Federal Agency that conducts research on the causes, treatment, and prevention of mental disorders. The Public Information Branch provides information on the NIMH and distributes free publications on various mental disorders for the general public and research and scientific materials for professionals. A publications catalogue is available. Some publications are available in Spanish.



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National Institute of Mental Health - Child and Adolescent Treatment and Preventive Intervention Research Branch
National Institutes of Health/NIMH 6001 Executive Boulevard, Room 7149, MSC 9633
Bethesda, MD 20892-

Phone Number: (301) 443-4283
Secondary Phone Number:

Fax: (301) 443-4045
URL:

The Child and Adolescent Treatment and Preventive Intervention Research Branch supports a program of research, research training, and career development focusing on the treatment, prevention, and rehabilitation of mental disorders in children and adolescents.



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National Institute on Aging
Building 31, Room 5C27 31 Center Drive, MSC 2292
Bethesda, MD 20892

Phone Number: (301) 496-1752
Secondary Phone Number:

Fax: (301) 589-3014
URL: www.nih.gov/nia

The National Institute on Aging (NIA) is one of the National Institutes of Health, the principal biomedical research agency of the United States Government. The NIA promotes healthy aging by conducting and supporting biomedical, social, and behavioral research and public education.



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National Library of Medicine
8600 Rockville Pike
Bethesda, MD 20894-

Phone Number: (888) 346-3656
Secondary Phone Number: (301) 594-5983

Fax: (301) 402-3193
URL: www.nlm.nih.gov/

World's largest biomedical library. National Information Center on Services Research, publications, special programs, Learning Center, on-line assistance, World Wide Web site. They offer services in Spanish. DOCLINE Service Desk: 800-633-5666



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National Rehabilitation Information Center
4200 Forbes Boulevard, Suite 202
Lanham, MD 20706

Phone Number: (800) 346-2742
Secondary Phone Number:

Fax: (301) 459-5900
URL: www.naric.com

The National Rehabilitation Information Center (NARIC) is a library and information center on disability and rehabilitation. The Center collects and disseminates the results of federally funded research projects, books, journals, articles, and audiovisuals related to all aspects of rehabilitation including independent living, employment, assistive technology, law and public policy, and special education. Database searches and document delivery services are available for a fee. NARIC offers directories of rehabilitation resources, and other publications.


NIMH - NRH Schizophrenia ProgramClinical Brain Study Division
10 Center Dr., Building 10, Room JC101
Bethesda, MD 20892-

Phone Number: (888) 674-6464
Secondary Phone Number: (301) 435-8970

Fax:
URL: clinicalstudies.info.nih.gov

The NIMH Neuropsychiatric Research Hospital conducts ongoing study and treatment programs for persons with schizophrenia in the Washington, DC area. Applicants must meet certain requirements Participants get free psychiatric care for their schizophrenia.



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Office of Consumer Advocates, Inc.
265 Mill Street, Suite 200
Hagerstown, MD 21740-

Phone Number: (301) 790-5054
Secondary Phone Number:

Fax: (301) 791-3097
URL:

This organization advocates on the behalf of people with mental illness and provides referrals to individuals and organizations.



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Office of Consumer Affairs Maryland Mental Hygiene Administration
Dix Building 55 Wade Avenue
Catonsville, MD 21228

Phone Number: (410) 402-8300
Secondary Phone Number:

Fax: (410) 402-8441
URL: www.dhmh.state.md.us

State consumer affairs contact.



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Office of Population Affairs Clearinghouse
PO Box 30686
Bethesda, MD 20824-0686

Phone Number: 866-640-PUBS
Secondary Phone Number:

Fax: 866-592-FAXX
URL: opa.osophs.dhhs.gov/clearinghouse.html

The Office of Population Affairs Clearinghouse provides information on family planning, adolescent pregnancy, and adoption issues. They collect materials related to these topics, disseminate publications, maintain a large database, and make referrals to other information centers.



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On Our Own - Baltimore County
10 Dunmanway
Baltimore, MD 21222-

Phone Number: (410) 282-1701
Secondary Phone Number:

Fax:
URL:

On Our Own is a peer support group for adults in Baltimore County who have a mental illness. Drop in center open Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday between 2pm and 8 pm. Closed on Sundays.



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On Our Own - Frederick County
PO Box 3744
Frederick, MD 21705-

Phone Number: (301) 620-0555
Secondary Phone Number:

Fax:
URL:

Offers peer support and activities for mental health consumers in Frederick County. Meetings are held at Evangelical Lutheran Church on 135 E. Church St. (call for time). Activities will include medication support groups, emotional support gouprs, seesions on budgeting, coooking, jobs, and learning to use Social Services.



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On Our Own Chesapeake Rural Network, Inc.
109 Flatland Rd.
Chestertown, MD 21620-

Phone Number: (866) 778-4648
Secondary Phone Number: (410) 778-4648

Fax:
URL:

Serves Caroline, Dorchester, Kent, Queen Anne's and Talbot Counties. Dedicated to working toward the elimination of the stigma and discrimination that follow the mentally ill. Encourages training and vocational opportunities for consumers, help the consumer develop self-help groups for support, education and advocacy. Mission is to improve the quality of life, improve the mental health system and develop and implement consumer participation in all levels of mental health services.



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On Our Own of Anne Arundel County, Inc.
1819 Bayridge Avenue, Suite 206
Annapolis, MD 21403

Phone Number: (410) 295-1224
Secondary Phone Number:

Fax:
URL:

Offers peer run support service, advocacy, empowerment, social programs and education.



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On Our Own of Calvert County, Inc.
PO Box 2961
Prince Frederick, MD 20678-

Phone Number: (410) 535-7576
Secondary Phone Number: (301) 855-1251

Fax:
URL:

Non-profit organization for individuals with mental illness offering support groups. They also provide transportation services to and from medical appointments, training for consumers, and help with insurance benefits.



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On Our Own of Carroll County, Inc.
PO Box 1174
Westminster, MD 21158-

Phone Number: (410) 751-0600
Secondary Phone Number:

Fax:
URL:

Provides learning services, guest speakers, social events for consumers and dual diagnosis support group (Double Trouble). They have a drop-in center.



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On Our Own of Cecil County
270 Cherry Grove Road
Earleville, MD 21919

Phone Number: (410) 275-2149
Secondary Phone Number:

Fax:
URL:

On Our Own is a consumer run drop-in center.



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On Our Own of Maryland
1521 S. Edgwood Street Suite C
Baltimore, MD 21227-

Phone Number: (800) 704-0262
Secondary Phone Number: (410) 646-0262

Fax: (410) 646-0264
URL: www.onourownmd.org

An advocacy network, operated by and for persons who are or have been recipients of mental health services, which is dedicated to fostering self-determination and the development of alternative, recovery-based mental health initiatives. It is a systems-change vehicle that promotes participation of all citizens in ending discrimination and enforcing civil rights of person who are or have been recipients of mental health services. Parent program for the ANTI-STIGMA Project: in collaboration wit the MD mental Hygiene Administration Also provides an ADVOCACY TRAINING PROJECT: to provide taining and information on managed care and Medicaid reform throughout Maryland



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On Our Own of Montgomery County
434 E. Diamond Ave.
Gaithersburg, MD 20877

Phone Number: (240) 683-5555
Secondary Phone Number:

Fax: (240) 683-5461
URL: www.onourown.homestead.com

On Our Own is a consumer run drop-in center. It is open 7 days a week from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. On Our Own also provides advocacy and support.



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On Our Own, Inc. - Baltimore
6301 Harford Road
Baltimore, MD 21214-

Phone Number: (800) 553-9899
Secondary Phone Number: (410) 444-4500

Fax: (410) 444-0239
URL:

On Our Own is a consumer run drop-in center. It is open from 3-8 pm but closed on Sunday and Monday.



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Prince George's County Hotline
PO Box 149
Hyattsville, MD 20781

Phone Number: (301) 662-2255
Secondary Phone Number: (800) 422-0009

Fax: (301) 695-4747
URL: www.communitycrisis.org

24 hour information and referrals. Provides crisis intervention and support to callers of any age.



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Prince George's County Hotline & Suicide Prevention Center Community Service, Inc.
PO Box 149
Hyattsville, MD 20781-

Phone Number: (301) 864-7130
Secondary Phone Number: (301) 864-7161

Fax:
URL:

Hotline.



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Sidran Institute
200 East Joppa Rd, Suite 207
Baltimore, MD 21286-

Phone Number: (410) 825-8888
Secondary Phone Number:

Fax: (410) 337-0747
URL: www.sidran.org

The Sidran Institute provides information and advocates in support of people who have experienced trauma and have trauma related disorders. They develop public education workshops on the psychological outcomes of severe childhood trauma for adult survivors, partners, caregivers, and professionals. Sidran publishes books and educational materials on traumatic stress disorders, dissociative disorders, child sexual abuse, ritual abuse, self-injury, and self-help/recovery.



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Social Security Administration
6401 Security Boulevard, Room 4-C-5 Annex
Baltimore, MD 21235-

Phone Number: (800) 772-1213
Secondary Phone Number: (410) 965-0945

Fax:
URL: www.ssa.gov

This is the main public information line for the Social Security Administration. Callers can receive information on applying for Social Security benefits and receive referrals to local Social Security Offices. They offer services in Spanish. TTY: 800-325-0778 Blind/Print Impaired: 410-965-6414



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Spanish Catholic Center (Centro Catolico Hispano)
117 N. Frederick Avenue
Gaithersburg, MD 20877

Phone Number: (301) 330-5122
Secondary Phone Number:

Fax: (301) 519-3732
URL: www.centrocatolicohispano.org

This organization serves children ages 4-10, adoloscents and adults. They provide services to a predominantly Hispanic community on issues that range from relationships, mental health and substance abuse to aging and spiritual issues. They also make referrals on site and to other resources and services in the community.



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St. Mary's County Hotline
Walden Sierra 23130 Moakley St.
Leonardtown, MD 20650-

Phone Number: (301) 863-6661
Secondary Phone Number:

Fax: (301) 997-1321
URL:

24 hr crisis line.



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Stephanie Roper Foundation & Committee
14750 Main St, Suite 1B
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772-3055

Phone Number: (301) 952-0063
Secondary Phone Number: 1-877-VICTIM1 (842-8461)

Fax: (301) 952-2319
URL: www.stephanieroper.org

The Stephanie Roper Foundation & Committee are victims' rights advocacy and services groups in Maryland. The Foundation offers support groups, court accompaniment, counseling, legal advocacy program, and public education. The Committee proposes and supports legislation for victims' rights and services before the Maryland General Assembly. Chapters in Maryland counties and Northern Va.; newsletter. Bi-lingual support can be arranged as needed.



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Sudden Infant Death Syndrome Alliance
1314 Bedford Avenue, Suite 210
Baltimore, MD 21208-

Phone Number: (800) 221-7437
Secondary Phone Number: (410) 653-8226

Fax: (410) 653-8709
URL: www.sidsalliance.org

The Alliance works to prevent SIDS through medical research and public information. They offer emotional support to families who have lost an infant to SIDS and current information to new parents through a toll free hotline.



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SunBox Company
19217 Orbit Dr.
Gaithersburg, MD 20879

Phone Number: (800) 548-3968
Secondary Phone Number: (301) 869-5980

Fax: (301) 977-2281
URL: www.sunbox.com

Sunbox manufactures light boxes used in the treatment of Seasonal Affective Disorder and other disorders. They distribute information about Seasonal Affective Disorders, the light box product and products from other companies. They also put out a newsletter to keep people updated on light therapy research.



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Survivors of Incest Anonymous
P.O. Box 190
Benson, MD 21018-

Phone Number: (410) 893-3322
Secondary Phone Number:

Fax:
URL:

Maintains a directory of meetings and information line.



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The Center for Mental Health Services Research
685 West Baltimore Street
Baltimore, MD 21201-

Phone Number: (410) 706-6669
Secondary Phone Number:

Fax: (410) 706-0022
URL:

The Housing Center, funded by CMHS, provides technical assistance to mental health and public housing authorities on the development and financing of housing and supports for people with mental illness. The Center conducts research on supportive services and housing and publishes a newsletter.



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The Compulsive Gambling Center, Inc./ Harbour Center
924 East Baltimore Street
Baltimore, MD 21202-

Phone Number: (800) 567-8238
Secondary Phone Number: (410) 332-1111

Fax: (410) 685-2307
URL: www.lostbet.com

The Center's mission is to: 1) develop treatment strategies and provide treatment programs to help compulsive gamblers and their families; 2) research to increase understanding of the problem; 3) provide educational seminars in the community; 4) train professionals; 5) provide immediate response through the national hotline. Information for teens is also available. Library, bookstore. The Center is the certification board for compulsive gambling counselors.



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The Enterprise Foundation
10227 Wincopin Circle Suite 500
Columbia, MD 21044-

Phone Number: (410) 964-1230
Secondary Phone Number: (800) 624-4298

Fax: (410) 964-1918
URL: www.enterprisefoundation.org

The Enterprise Foundation provides technical and financial assistance to community development corporations that are developing low-income housing. A publications catalogue is available.



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The Family Tree
2108 North Charles Street
Baltimore, MD 21218

Phone Number: (410) 889-2300
Secondary Phone Number:

Fax: (410) 637-8385
URL: www.familytreemd.org

The Family Tree is Maryland’s largest non-profit organization dedicated to providing solutions that strengthen families and break the cycle of child abuse and neglect.



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The Kids on the Block, Inc.
9385-C Gerwig Lane
Columbia, MD 21046-

Phone Number: (800) 368-5437
Secondary Phone Number: (410) 290-9095

Fax: (410) 290-9358
URL: www.kotb.com

The Kids on the Block is an educational puppet show program for children. Various characters teach children important lessons about people with special needs, including mental disabilities. Links to other groups in the country including Spanish speaking programs.



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The NIMH Genetic Study of Schizophrenia
NIMH, Clinical Brain Disorders Branch 10 Center Drive Room 3C 101 MSC 1377
Bethesda, MD 20892

Phone Number: (888) 674-6464
Secondary Phone Number: (301)435-8970

Fax: (301-402-5503
URL: cbdb.nimh.nih.gov/sibstudy

NIMH is investigating the genetic causes of schizophrenia by studying genetic differences between family members who have schizophrenia and their biological siblings and parents. Particpants in the study undergo two days of painless tests and examinations such as written and verbal interviews, neuropsychological testings, neurological examinations, and blood tests. Participants are compensated for their contribution.



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Threshold Services, Inc.
1398 Lamberton Dr., Suite 3
Silver Spring, MD 20902-

Phone Number: (301) 754-1102
Secondary Phone Number:

Fax: (301) 754-1690
URL: www.thresholdservices.org

Helps adults with serious and persistent mental illness lead personally fulfilling lives, by providing housing and supportive services.



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Tri-County Youth Services Bureau
75 Industrial Park Dr.
Waldorf, MD 20602

Phone Number: (301) 645-1837
Secondary Phone Number: (301) 843-2960

Fax: (301) 645-9169
URL: www.tcysb.org.futuresite.register.com/index.html

The Youth Services Bureau serves children, adolescents and their families in Charles, Calvert, and St. Mary's counties in Maryland.



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U.S. Indian Health Service
Reyes Building, 801 Thompson Ave
Rockville, MD 20852-

Phone Number: (301) 443-3593
Secondary Phone Number:

Fax: (301) 443-0507
URL: www.ihs.gov

The Indian Health Service (IHS) is an agency within the U S Dept. of Health and Human Services and is responsible for providing federal health services to American Indians and Alaska Natives.

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U.S. Pharmacopeia
12601 Twinbrook Parkway
Rockville, MD 20852-

Phone Number: (800) 822-8772
Secondary Phone Number: (301) 881-0666

Fax: 301-816-8148
URL: www.usp.org

The U.S. Pharmacopeia establishes standards for the use of medicines and related items. They have publications on drug standards for professionals and students. They also offer medication counseling behavior guidelines.



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Victim Assistance and Sexual Assault Program (VASAP)
1301 Piccard Drive, Suite 4100
Rockville, MD 20850-4155

Phone Number: (240) 777-1355
Secondary Phone Number:

Fax: (240) 777-1329
URL: www.montgomerycountymd.gov/hhstmpl.asp?url=/content/hhs/vasap/index.asp

The Victim Assistance and Sexual Assault Program (VASAP) is committed to providing assistance to persons victimized by crime, rape, sexual assault or childhood sexual abuse. Services are available to Montgomery County residents. For 24-Hour Crisis Counseling call: 301-315-HELP.



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Weight Control Information Network
1 Win Way
Bethesda, MD 20892-3665

Phone Number: (877) 946-4627
Secondary Phone Number: (202) 828-1025

Fax: (202) 828-1028
URL: www.niddk.nih.gov/health/nutrit/nutrit.htm

WIN is a national service of the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK), part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS). NIDDK is the Federal Government's lead agency for biomedical research on nutrition and obesity. Authorized by Congress (Public Law 103-43), WIN provides the general public, health professionals, the media, and Congress with up-to-date, science-based health information on weight control, obesity, physical activity, and related nutritional issues.



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Well Mind Association of Greater Washington
P.O Box 312
Ashton, MD 20861-0312

Phone Number: (301) 774-6617
Secondary Phone Number:

Fax: (301) 946-1402
URL:

Alternative medicine information clearinghouse with emphasis on mental health. Offers referrals to healthcare practitioners.



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Wicomico County Hotline
PO Box 387
Salsbury, MD 21803-0387

Phone Number: (410) 749-4357
Secondary Phone Number: (800) 422-0009

Fax: (410) 548-9496
URL:

Crisis line for entire Eastern Shore of MD. 24 hours a day.



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Youth Crisis Hotline- Maryland
P.O. Box 149
Hyattsville, MD 20781-

Phone Number: (800) 422-0009
Secondary Phone Number:

Fax: (301) 864-7146
URL: www.communitycrisis.org

Statewide hotline that provides information and referral service. Also provides trained listeners in crisis and non-crisis situations. The hotline is a 24 hour service. They can respond to calls from deaf and Spanish speaking callers.

I am attempting to get a single place for people to go when they are looking for professional in their region to help with ADD - if you know a good reputable health care practitioner that treats adults with ADD by all mean do share - if one really really sucks then by all means do share that to -

With that said:

Please be advised readers are responsible for all research into any and all health care professionals as well as baring the sole responsibility for final ADD treatment decisions. ADDF doesn't recommend or endorse any one and all opinions shared by the member are the opinions of that member and in no way reflects the opinion of ADDF as a community

Although I won't delete recommendations for children I am mostly looking for adult ADD care

In the mean time I do have a collection of directories located in the diagnosis section than may be of use to some Where Can I Find a Health Care Professional? (http://www.addforums.com/forums/showthread.php?t=33989)

There are a couple of clinics in the DC area.

Here is one in Silver Spring MD, not far from here.
http://www.chesapeakeadd.com/

I don't personally know anything about them other than they don't accept insurance. I go to a local psychiatrist for treatment instead.


Me :D

Here is the university of MAryland ADHD treatment clinic. They treat children between the ages of 5 and 18 for adhd.

http://www.umm.edu/child_psych/adhd_treatment.htm

ME :D

Here is info on John's Hopkins University Adult ADD Center

http://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/addadult


Me :D

Speedo - thank you I wish more people would take the time to share resources and information - it would make these areas more productive for the new member looking for help.