Maryland Coalition of Families has some exciting news! This October, our Executive Director, Jane Plapinger, and our Director of Innovation and Strategy, Heidi Rochon, received…
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Understanding your teen’s sleep habits, mood and activity is important when making decisions about your child’s mental health treatment. Both parents and youth may have…
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September is Recovery Month, a perfect time to reflect on what recovery means for me and my family.
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In 2020, 2,773 Marylanders lost their lives due to due unintentional intoxication overdoses involving drugs and alcohol. This is the largest annual total on record.…
Read MoreBy Patricia Williams, Family Peer Support Referral Specialist All children can be defiant at times. Parents that have survived the “terrible twos” go on to…
Read MoreMaryland Coalition of Families is partnering with the state’s Social Services Administration (SSA) to offer Parent Partners, a pilot program in Washington County to support…
Read MoreThe White House recently announced that qualifying American families with children will begin receiving direct cash payments in July under a new child benefit created…
Read MoreStarting a conversation with a family member who is showing signs of substance use or a problem with alcohol can be daunting. You might worry…
Read MoreAfter a long, pandemic winter where we were isolated, distanced, and masked, spring has finally arrived in Maryland with warmer weather, longer days and the…
Read MoreIf you are feeling worn out after a day of video calls, recent research shows that there are some good reasons why. As social distancing…
Read MoreMarch is Problem Gambling Awareness Month, the perfect time to check in with your friends and family who enjoy gambling—which can include casinos, poker, scratch-offs,…
Read MoreMaryland Coalition of Families is pleased to share our 2020 Annual Report. Last year, our staff connected, supported and empowered 2,528 families—our highest number ever—despite the…
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