211 Maryland
2-1-1
Marylanders who call 211 can be connected to a wide range of social services, including housing services, child and senior care, employment support, educational opportunities, tax services, veteran support, and more. Whatever you need, 211 can connect you to the resources that will help.
Maryland Coalition of Families
410-730-8267
For those who love someone who struggles with substance use, mental health, or gambling issues, it can be challenging to know how to navigate the relationship. The Maryland Coalition of Families offers family peer support to connect you with others in your situation. They provide support groups and peer support counselors. The organization also has transitional peer support for young adults learning to navigate independence for the first time.
Maryland 988
9-8-8
The 988 Lifeline is available 24/7 for anyone experiencing distress. It is a free and confidential service to all residents, run by Maryland's Behavioral Health Administration, which oversees all publicly funded inpatient and outpatient treatment services. They aim to ensure anyone can access care for substance use and mental health disorders.
Calvert Alliance Against Substance Abuse (CAASA)
410-535-1600
CAASA consists of individuals and organizations in the Calvert County community. It aims to raise awareness and support the fight against drug and alcohol abuse in local schools, businesses, and residences and to raise funds to support prevention and treatment services in the community.
Garrett County Drug-Free Communities Coalition (DFCC)
301-334-7730
Part of the Garrett County Health Department, the DFCC's overall goal is to promote healthy living among community residents. It offers free programs for youth and adolescents to prevent unhealthy behaviors, including drug and alcohol misuse. The center also works to improve existing treatment and recovery programs.
Community Behavioral Health Association of Maryland (CBH)
410-788-1865
CBH advocates for Maryland's community-based behavioral health programs, including mental health and substance abuse. As a provider membership group, it gives access to over 700 behavioral health executives across Maryland. Members learn about improving budgeting, policies, and treatment services.
University of Maryland, Baltimore - Resources
410-328-8404
The Student Counseling Center at the University of Maryland in Baltimore offers students individual counseling and multiple resources for those needing substance abuse and mental health treatment. Services include 12-step facilitation, recovery support groups, an on-campus clinic, and free referral resources to inpatient and outpatient treatment providers.
Goucher College - Resources
410-337-6000
Goucher College is one of 18 schools collaborating to reduce the harm caused by alcohol and drug misuse among college students. Resources include T-break to help students minimize or stop marijuana misuse and the Goucher Student Counseling Center for individual counseling and assessment tools. They can also refer students to the Maryland Addiction Recovery Center for more intensive support.
University of Maryland Health Center–Substance Use Intervention and Treatment (SUIT)
301-314-8184
SUIT offers assessment, intervention, education, and referral services for students experiencing problems due to alcohol or drug use. Students can receive individual counseling with on-campus staff or a referral to a community agency for more intensive programs, like intensive outpatient, inpatient, detox, or residential rehab.
PFlag - Southern Maryland
240-309-2398
PFlag Southern Maryland is a chapter of the national program that supports LGBTQ+ residents. The Southern Maryland chapter includes Calvert, Charles, and St. Mary's counties and is led by members and volunteers from the LGBTQ+ community. They provide free peer-to-peer groups, social events, and collaborations with local agencies.
Y2 Connect - LGBTQ+ Baltimore Resources
443-287-8946 / 443-287-2751
Y2 Connect is a free resource guide for LGBTQ+ youth. It connects youth with clinical, health, and non-health providers who can help them become successful adults. Whether in a crisis and needing immediate help or just wanting more information, youth can find it here. Resources are also available for parents, family members, and friends.
Indian Health Service
410-837-2258
A federal program serving American Indians, Native Alaskans, and Native veterans searching for behavioral, medical, and many other healthcare and non-healthcare services. The search engine lets you enter your area and show the options.
Step Forward
301-883-7879
Step Forward is located within the health department of Prince George's County, Maryland. It offers a resource list for the county's local mental health and substance abuse providers. It also lists support and advocacy groups, prevention programs, Naloxone training, and crisis contact information.
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