Resources for Families of Children with Special Needs in Frederick ...

Resources for Families of Children with Special 

Needs in Frederick County, Maryland 

Compiled by FCPS Partners for Success--2011 

Content Page 

Assistive Technology……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………2 

Day Care for Children with Special Needs………………………………………………………………………………3 

Disability Specific………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..3 

Education/Resources…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..5 

Financial/Funding………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….7 

Housing and Supports………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….9 

Job Training and Supports…………………………………………………………………………………………………………11 

Legal Services (Advocacy)………………………………………………………………………………………………………….12 

Medical 

Assessments……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….13 

Care-Services…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….13 

Dental…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..15 

Medical Equipment…………………………………………………………………………………………………………….16 

Mental Health…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….17 

Therapists……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….17 

Private Therapy-Physical, Occupational and Speech…………………………………………………19 

Respite…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………20 

Recreation-Year Round………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..21 

Support Groups/ Information…………………………………………………………………………………………………….23 

Support Services…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..25 

Transportation……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….26 

Waivers……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………27 

24 Hour Hotlines…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..28 

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Assistive Technology 

AT:LAST, Inc. (7050 Oakland Mills Rd. Suite 160, Columbia, MD 21046) AT:LAST, Inc. 

endeavors to break down the barriers which prevent individuals with disabilities, their 

families, and service providers from acquiring and effectively using Assistive Technologies to 

gain greater independence. Assistive Technology: Loans, Acquisitions, Services and Training, 

Inc., is a non-profit organization that helps persons of all ages and all disabilities reach their 

goals through the effective use of assistive technologies. 

410-381-2667 

www.matcoop.org 

Maryland’s Technology Assistance Program (MD TAP) (217 E. Redwood St., Suite 1300, 

Baltimore, MD, 21202) Maryland’s Technology Assistance Program provides assistive 

technology services available to every Maryland resident with a disability, providing tools to 

help Marylanders with disabilities and seniors enjoy the same rights and opportunities as 

other citizens. The free services include equipment demonstrations, equipment loans, a 

device-exchange program, training, and public awareness initiatives. There are two lowinterest 

financing programs for the purchase of assistive technology and provide access to 

cooperative buying discounts on AT purchases. MD TAP is a program of the Maryland 

Department of Disabilities and coordinates with two regional offices to deliver these free 

AT services to Marylanders across the state. 

410-767-3660 or 1-800-637-4113 

http://www.mdod.maryland.gov/MTAP%20Home.aspx 

United Cerebral Palsy of Central Maryland-No Boundaries Assistive Technology Center 

(11350 McCormick Road, Suite 1100, Hunt Valley, MD 21031) The No Boundaries 

Assistive Technology Center provides assessments, therapy, and training for children and 

adults with communication and computer access difficulties. Information regarding funding 

for Assistive Technology equipment is also provided. Services are offered to individuals 

with any type of disability, including cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, autism, learning 

disability, and more. 

410-484-4540 ext. 2580 or 1-800-451-2452 

info@ucp-cm.org 

http://www.ucp.org/ucp_localsub.cfm/81/4629/4641 

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Daycare for Children with Special Needs 

Locate: Child Care— If your child is 12 years old or younger, project Locate will find at 

least one daycare provider in your area willing to serve children with special needs. If your 

child is over 12, Project Locate will send you a list of providers to call yourself. A small fee 

may be assessed. 

410-625-1113 or 1-800-999-0120 

http://www.mdchildcare.org/mdcfc/childcare/choose.html 

Disability Specific 

Communication Service for the Deaf, Inc., (452 Prospect Blvd., Frederick, MD 21701) In 

addition to relay and interpreting services, CSD offers nationally-accredited programs for 

the deaf, hard of hearing and general community. In Maryland, these programs include: 

American Sign Language (ASL)/Deaf Culture Classes; Cross–Cultural, Hearing Loss 

Awareness Training & Americans with Disabilities (ADA) Advocacy; and Health Awareness. 

TTY: (301) 695-1109 or voice: (301) 696-1550 

http://www.c-s-d.org/Maryland/Home.aspx 

Connections Beyond Sight and Sound (University of Maryland, 1308 Benjamin Building, 

College Park, Maryland 20742) Connection Beyond Sight and Sound is a partnership 

between the Maryland State Department of Education and the University of Maryland, 

College Park and serves children who are diagnosed deaf/blind. This project supports 

children in their home, school, and community by providing consultation, training and special 

programs, technical assistance to children, their families, and care providers. 

301-405-5304 

http://www.cbss.umd.edu/ 

Maryland Office for Blindness and Vision Services (2301 Argonne Drive, Baltimore, MD 

21218) OBVS includes rehabilitation counselors, rehabilitation technologists, case managers 

and rehabilitation teachers with specialized training in issues of importance to people who 

are blind, visually impaired or deafblind. They assist people in designing and carrying out 

plans for employment or independent living. OBVS also administers the Maryland Business 

Enterprise Program for the Blind, which prepares individuals to operate successful vending 

and food service operations in public facilities. 

410-554-9277 or 866-614-4780 

http://www.dors.state.md.us/DORS/programservices/business3/ 

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Maryland Office of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (217 E. Redwood St., Suite 1300, 

Baltimore, MD, 21202) ODHH was established in 2001 to provide expertise related to deaf 

and hard of hearing issues to Maryland citizens and to facilitate their ability of access 

resources and services. This website will provide access to information and resources 

related to deaf and hard of hearing individuals in Maryland. ODHH believes that all 

Maryland citizens who are deaf or hard of hearing should have equal and full access to 

resources, services, and opportunities for participation in all aspects of community life 

through the provision of appropriate accommodations. 

410-767-6290 Maryland Relay 1-800-735-2258 

http://www.odhh.md.gov/ 

The Maryland School for the Blind (3501 Taylor Ave., Baltimore, MD 21236)35The 

Maryland School for the Blind (MSB) is a private, statewide resource center providing 

outreach, school and residential programs to children and youth from infancy to age 21 who 

are blind or visually impaired including those with multiple disabilities. MSB ensures that 

each student's fullest potential is reached and parent and local school system expectations 

are exceeded. 

410-444-5000 

http://www.mdschblind.org/ 

The Maryland School for the Deaf: The Maryland School for the Deaf provides excellence 

in education in a bilingual environment to prepare all students to be contributing citizens. 

Provided is a free public education for children from birth through age 21 who are Deaf and 

Hard of Hearing, reside in Maryland, and meet the MSD admissions criteria. 

Columbia Campus 

8169 Old Montgomery Road 

Columbia, MD 21044 

Contact Numbers: 

240-575-2966 (VP) 

410-480-4500 (Voice) 

410-480-4501 (TTY) 

Frederick Campus 

101 Clarke Place 

Frederick, MD 21705-0250 

Contact Numbers: 

240-575-2966 (VP) 

301-360-2000 (Voice) 

301-360-2001 (TTY) 

http://www.msd.edu/ 

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Education/Resources 

Family Partnership of Frederick County (8420 Gas House Pike, Ste. EE, Frederick, MD 

21701) A community-based organization that provides family support and assistance to 

parents and their children to help them become self-sufficient. Offers parent education 

including GED prep, child development, service coordination, home visits, youth services, 

health education, and peer support. 

301-600-2206 

http://www.frederickcountymd.gov/index.aspx?NID=55 

Frederick County Head Start (401 Sagner Ave., Frederick, MD 21701) Provides low income 

families with children from 3-4 years of age a comprehensive preschool program. Also 

offers parent education and special services for children with physical or developmental 

disabilities. 

301-600-1024 

www.co.frederick.md.us/head-start 

Frederick County Public Schools-Dept. of Special Education--Specially designed 

instructions, at no cost to the parents, to meet the unique needs of a child with a disability, 

including instruction conducted in the classroom, in the home, or in hospitals. Includes 

related services needed to complete the child’s individualized program and can include 

speech/language pathology services, occupational therapy, physical therapy, career and 

technology education. 

301-644-5281 

www.fcps.org 

FCPS Partners for Success (191 Waverley Dr., Frederick, MD 21702) Partners for Success 

is a resource center that provides families, professionals, and the community with 

information, training, and support. The purpose of these centers is to provide the skills and 

knowledge that will enable families of children with disabilities, ages 3 to 21, and 

professionals to function as equal partners in the educational making process and to assist 

families in accessing services for their children. Seminars and workshops are held and there 

is a lending resource library. 

240-236-8744 

Special Education Citizens Advisory Committee (SECAC) The Special Education Citizens 

Advisory Committee (SECAC) is part of a statewide network of advisory committees that 

are required by state and federal law. SECACs enable a local director of special education 

to seek meaningful input from parents, community partners, service providers, and school 

administrators on local issues relative to the provision of a free appropriate public education 

and the achievement of students with disabilities. The Frederick County SECAC meets 

monthly, September-May, to collaborate with and provide input to the Special Education 

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Office. Membership includes parents, community representatives, students and FCPS staff. 

Meetings are open to the public, and new membership is solicited each year. For more 

information contact the Director of Special Education at 301-644-5281. 

http://fcps.schoolwires.com/152910112010544517/blank/browse.asp?A=383&BMDRN=2000 

&BCOB=0&C=54292 

The Maryland Department of Disabilities (217 E. Redwood St., Suite 1300, Baltimore, MD 

21202) The web site provides information on the following subjects: Daily Supports, 

Disability Benefits, Education, Employment, Housing, Transportation, and much more. Also 

information on specific state programs. 

800-637-4113 

www.mdod.state.md.us/ 

Maryland Developmental Disabilities Council (217 Redwood St., Suite 1300, Baltimore, MD 

21202) Educates and informs policymakers about issues of importance to people with 

developmental disabilities and their families. Focuses on bringing about lasting 

improvements in the areas of: education, early intervention, child care, community supports, 

employment, transportation, recreation, housing, health, and quality assurance. 

800-305-6441 

www.md-council.org/ 

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) of Frederick County—Provides public education 

classes presented by experts in the mental health field and classes such as ―Education 

Support: NAMI Basics‖, and ―Family to Family‖. 

301-663-9414 

www.namifcmd.org 

The Parents’ Place of Maryland (801 Cromwell Park Drive, Suite 103, Glen Burnie, MD 

21061) The Parents’ Place provides information on special education rights, Individualized 

Education Program, access to health care, early childhood services, transitioning from school 

to adult services and many other related topics. Information is by telephone, face-to-face 

meetings, family workshops, or leadership training series. 

410-768-9100 

info@ppmd.org 

www.ppmd.org 

Partners in Policymaking-- The goal of Partners in Policymaking is to educate participants to 

be active partners with those who make policy and develop partnerships that are based on 

positive relationships. The Partners program is an e-learning site which gives Partners 

participants the opportunity to supplement their learning and increase their knowledge and 

understanding of best practices in the disability field, and learn how to communicate 

effectively with their elected officials. Five online courses are now available: Partners in 

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Living, Partners in Time, Partners in Education, Making Your Case, and Partners in 

Employment. 

http://www.partnersinpolicymaking.com/online.html 

Pathfinders for Autism—Pathfinders for Autism is a parent sponsored, non-profit 

organization dedicated to improving the lives of individuals with autism and their families. 

Pathfinders provides information, resources, referrals, and training to families and 

professionals who serve individuals affected by autism. 

410-769-9500 or 866-806-8400 

info@pathfindersforautism.org 

www.pathfindersforautism.org 

Financial/Funding 

The Arc of Frederick County (620-A Research Drive, Frederick, MD 21703) 

The Arc of Frederick County provides resources and training for parents of children with 

disabilities on Futures and Estate Planning, which helps parents plan for their child’s needs 

and where they will live, when the parents are no longer around to help. 

301-663-0909 

www.arcfc.org 

Catoctin Community Medical Fund Any person residing in the Catoctin High School Feeder 

region who is in need of assistance because of a medical situation may apply for funding with 

one of the following three screening agencies: 

Thurmont Ministerium—301-271-2379 

Seton Center—301-447-6102 

Religious Coalition—301-631-2670 

Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA): The Developmental Disabilities 

Administration provides a coordinated service delivery system so that individuals with 

developmental disabilities receive appropriate services oriented toward the goal of 

integration into the community. These services are provided through a combination of state 

residential centers (providing services to individuals with intellectual disability) and a wide 

array of community based services delivered primarily through a network of non-profit 

providers. Services are obtained by contacting one of the regional offices of DDA. 

Individuals must apply for and be determined eligible for DDA services. 

Telephone: (301)791-4670 

Maryland Relay: 1-800-735-2258 

TOLL FREE: 1-888-791-0193 

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Address: DDA - Western Maryland Regional Office, 1360 Marshall Street, Hagerstown, 

Maryland 21740 

Health Grants-The United Healthcare Children’s Foundation is now offering support to meet 

the needs of children by providing assistance grants for medical services not fully covered 

by health insurance. Parents and caretakers can apply for grants of as much as $5,000 for 

services to improve their child’s life, such as speech and physical therapy, psychotherapy, 

wheelchairs, and hearing aids. To be eligible, children must be 16 or younger, and families 

must meet economic guidelines and already be covered by some type of commercial health 

insurance plan. To apply, visit: 

www.uhccf.org 

Jeremy Foundation:-- Jeremy Foundation, Inc. will be networking with pediatric hospitals to 

identify and help children with cancer. We help any child with cancer whose family is able to 

demonstrate financial need regardless of socio-economic status prior to diagnosis. The 

Jeremy Foundation serves children from birth to age eighteen and their families. The 

Jeremy Foundation, Inc. is committed to securing for all families with children receiving 

treatments the opportunity to be financially burden free. 

Phone (301) 363-8184 

11610 Primrose Ct. 

Ijamsville, MD 21754 

General Information: jeremyfoundationinc@comcast.net 

http://jeremyfoundation.com/ 

Jill Fox Memorial Fund, Inc.-- The Jill Fox Memorial Fund provides grants to individuals 

with unmet medical and healthcare needs not paid for by medical insurance, government 

agencies, health associations, community organizations, public or personal resources. 

The Jill Fox Memorial Fund, Inc. accepts applications from degreed social workers or 

healthcare professionals (RN, Occupational, Speech or Physical Therapist, Physician, Case 

Manager, etc.) who advocate on behalf of their clients. Individuals may not submit 

applications on their own behalf. 

The Jill Fox Memorial Fund, Inc. 

101 W. Mt Royal Avenue 

Baltimore, Maryland 21201 

TEL: 410-727-4828 ext 322 and ext 272 

Web Address: www.jilfoxfund.org 

E-Mail: info@jillfoxfund.org 

Low Intensity Support Services-the Developmental Administration has contracted with 

licensed providers to provide Low Intensity Support Services (LISS), previously known as 

Rolling Access. LISS guidelines allow an individual to request up to $3,000 per year, to make 

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multiple requests throughout the year and across multiple years. The provider for Frederick 

County is Penn-Mar Human Services (310 Old Freeland Rd., Freeland MD). 

1-877-282-8202 

www.penn-mar.org 

LISS@penn-mar.org 

Monocacy Foundation (620B Research Court, Frederick MD 21703) Grants are awarded once 

a year to individuals with a developmental disability that are citizens of Frederick County 

Maryland. Priority is given to meet medical, educational, or recreational needs that are not 

provided for by other sources. Applications for a grant are normally due in October of each 

year. 

301-663-8811 ext. 204 

http://communitylivinginc.org/monocacyfoundation.html 

Social Security and SSI (Supplemental Security Income) Social Security Office (10 North 

Jefferson St. Suite 204, Frederick, MD 21701) SSI provides monthly payments for people 

who are disabled. Both children and adults can receive SSI but eligibility of children under 

18 is determined by the child’s family financial status and only children from families with 

low income will be eligible. Everyone who receives SSI also gets Medical Assistance. 

301-682-6765, 1-800-772-1213 or TTY 1-800-325-0778 

http://www.ssa.gov/ssi/ 

Teach Autistic Children Today (TACT)-(PO Box 487, Braddock Heights, MD 21714) To 

provide financial assistance and other support for children with autism and their families so 

they may obtain the necessary therapeutic and educational services required to overcome 

the developmental disability of autism. 

301-371-7877 

www.TeachAutisticChildrenToday.org 

United Cerebral Palsy of Central Maryland (5736 Industry Lane, Frederick, MD 21704) 

Provides funding for short-term care of individuals with developmental disabilities, in or out 

of the home, allowing the family a time of rest and renewal. Provides financial assistance to 

families who meet eligibility requirements as established by Maryland’s Dept. of Human 

Resources (DHR). 

301-663-8700 

www.ucp-cm.org 

Housing & Supports 

The Arc of Frederick County (620A Research Drive, Frederick, MD 21703) The Arc 

provides individually designed support services and collaborates with the community to build 

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Frederick County’s Housing Choice Voucher-(520 N. Market St. Frederick, MD 21701) 

Provides rental assistance to eligible low-income households to enable them to afford 

housing in the private rental market. 

310-600-6091 


Frederick County Housing and Community Development (520 N. Market St., Frederick, MD 

21701) With the guidance of the Affordable Housing Council, the Frederick County 

Department of Housing and Community Development is committed to providing a full range of 

safe and affordable housing choices for Frederick County Residents, with an emphasis on 

serving low to moderate income and special needs populations. 

301-600-6091 


Job Training and Supports 

Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) (100 E. Saints St., Room 201, Frederick, MD 

21701) DORS is a state government agency that pays for job training, work-related 

equipment, and other services for people with disabilities. Individuals need to schedule an 

interview with a DORS representative to open a case, for students with an Individualized 

Educational Program this should be done for the students IEP meeting when they turn 14 

years old. DORS can write up an employment plan with the individual, which may include job 

training, education, job seeking, transportation, etc. 

301-600-3075 

www.dors.state.md.us/dors 

frederick@dors.state.md.us 

Several Agencies can test an individual’s work skills, train her/him for various jobs, and help 

her/him find a job. The individual must first open a case with DORS (see above), because 

DORS is usually the only resource to pay for these services. 

Abilities Network Epilepsy Association ((5104 Pegasus Court, suite E, Frederick, MD 

21704) 

301-695-9505 

1-800-394-9504 

www.abilitiesnetwork.org 

The Arc of Frederick County (620-A Research Drive, Frederick, MD 21703) 

663-0909, ext. 26 

www.arcfc.org 

Family Service Foundation (205-A Broadway Street, Frederick, MD 21701) 

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301-694-7828 

http://www.fsfinc.org/ 

Goodwill Industries (400 East Church St., Frederick, MD 21701) 

301-662-0622 

http://www.gimv.org/ 

Jeanne Bussard Center (555 South Market St., Frederick, MD 21701) 

301-663-9588 

http://jeannebussard.org/ 

The Scott Key Center (1050 Rocky Springs Rd., Frederick, MD 21702) 

301-600-1600 


United Cerebral Palsy (5736 Industry Lane, Frederick, MD 21704) 

301-663-8700 

http://www.ucp.org/ucp 

Way Station (230 West Patrick St., P.O. Box 3826 Frederick, MD 21705) 

301-662-0099 

http://www.waystationinc.org/ 

Legal Services (Advocacy) 

Legal Aid Bureau (22 S. Market St. Suite 11, Frederick, MD 21701) Providing free civil 

legal services in Maryland for low-income people, children and the elderly. 

301-694-7414 

800-679-8813 

http://www.mdlab.org/ 

Maryland Disability Law Center, Inc. (MDLC) (1800 N. Charles St., Suite 400, Baltimore, 

MD 21201) Advocating to improve the lives of Marylanders with disabilities. Goal is to 

create a more integrated and just society by advancing the legal rights of people with 

disabilities and ensuring equal opportunities to participate in community life. MDLC provides 

free legal services to Marylanders with disabilities on matters that are related to their 

disability and fall within the advocacy service areas. One of the service areas is access to 

education, housing, transportation, and health care. 

410-727-6352 

800-233-7201 

http://www.mdlclaw.org/ 

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Maryland Volunteer Lawyers Service (MVLS) Maryland Volunteer Lawyers Service is a 

nonprofit organization that connects low-income Marylanders in need of civil legal assistance 

with pro bono attorneys. 

410-547-6537 

800-510-0050 

http://www.mvlslaw.org/ 

Pro Bono Resource Center of Maryland -- Pro Bono Resource Center of Maryland is the 

statewide coordinator of volunteer legal services in a wide range of areas, such as housing, 

family law, education, disability, and many more. 

410-837-9379 

800-396-1274 

http://www.probonomd.org/ 

Medical 

Assessments 

Frederick County Developmental Center (350 Montevue Lane, Frederick, MD 21702) 

Infants and Toddlers Program-Birth through school age, services/assessments are free if 

you qualify for the program. Services provided include Speech and Hearing, Language, 

Psychology, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Social Work. 

http://www.frederickcountymd.gov/index.aspx?nid=2496 

301-600-1611 

Frederick Memorial Home Health (605 East Church, Suite 2, Frederick, MD 21701) 

Provides in-home skilled nursing, Occupational and Physical Therapy and speech, they take 

MA, Medicare and some private insurance. 

http://www.fmh.org/ 

240-566-3222 

Kennedy Krieger Institute (707 N. Broadway, Baltimore, MD 21205) Serves people under 

the age of 21. Provides diagnostic services, inpatient and day treatment services, outpatient 

services, home and community services, and school programs. 

www.kennedykrieger.org 

443 923-9200 

Care-Services 

Children‘s Medical Services (CMS) Program—The Children’s Medical Services Program is a 

joint federal/state/local program. CMS assists families in planning and obtaining specialty 

medical and rehabilitative care for children who have a chronic illnesses or disabling 

conditions which interfere with normal growth and development. The program has both 

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medical and financial eligibility requirements. If your child needs special medical or 

rehabilitative services which you cannot afford, apply for assistance. Call for an application 

to be mailed to you. 

410-767-5585 or 1-800-638-8864 

http://fha.maryland.gov/genetics/specialcare.cfm 

Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnosis and Treatment (EPSDT)-- The Early Periodic 

Screening, Diagnosis, and Treatment (EPSDT) Program is the child health component of 

Medicaid. It's required in every state and is designed to improve the health of low-income 

children, by financing appropriate and necessary pediatric services. EPSDT is designed to 

address physical, mental, and developmental health needs. Screening services ―to detect 

physical and mental conditions‖ must be covered at periodic intervals, as well as diagnostic 

and treatment coverage. 

800-233-7201 

http://www.hrsa.gov/epsdt/ 

Emergency Prescription Assistance – Religious Coalition for Emergency Human Needs 

(27 Degrange St., Frederick, MD 21701) The Emergency Prescription Assistance Program 

provides short-term emergency proscription assistance to Frederick County residents that 

are uninsured or lack adequate prescription coverage. Clients must be referred by a 

physician and have a prescription from the physician. 

301-631-2670, ext. 105 

www.thereligiouscoalition.org 

Maryland Children’s Health Program (MCHP) --This program provides full health benefits 

for children up to age 19 and pregnant women of any age. Families with low to moderate 

income are eligible. Medical services are provided through the HealthChoice Program, a 

series of Managed Care organizations (MCOs) throughout the state. To apply, contact the 

Department of Health (301-600-1328 or 301-600-3124), Frederick County Social Services 

(301-600-4585), or call 800-977-7388. 

http://dhmh.maryland.gov/mma/mchp/ or 


Medbank Program-Frederick Community Action Agency (100 South Market St., Frederick, 

MD 21701) The Medbank Program helps low-to-moderate-income uninsured and 

underinsured people obtain free or low-cost prescription medications offered through 

patient assistance programs operated by pharmaceutical manufacturing companies. 

301-600-1506 

www.cityoffrederick.com/fcaa 

Medication/Prescription Drug Assistance-Salvation Army (223 West Fifth St., Frederick, 

MD 21701) Emergency and short-term financial help in obtaining prescription medications for 

Frederick county residents; assistance can be provided to a client once every six months. 

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301-662-2311 

http://salvationarmyfrederick.org 

Medication/Prescription Drug Assistance-St. Vincent de Paul Society (116 East Second St., 

Frederick, MD 21701) Emergency and short-term financial help in obtaining prescription 

medications. 

301-662-4676 

Primary Health Care Clinic-Frederick Community Action Agency (100 South Market St., 

Frederick, MD 21701) Primary health care clinic that serves adults and children that are 

lower-income, homeless, or are enrolled in Medical Assistance. The FCAA clinic is a provider 

with Priority Partners MCO and Maryland Physicians Care MCO. 

301-600-1506 

www.cityoffrederick.com/fcaa 

Primary Health Care-Mission of Mercy (22 South Market St., Suite 6D, Frederick, MD 

21701) Free basic, primary healthcare, dental care and free prescription medications, 

delivered through a mobile medical program and licensed volunteer doctors, nurses, dentists, 

and other non-medical volunteers. The clinic sites in Frederick County are in Frederick City 

and Brunswick. 

301-682-5683 

www.amissionofmercy.org 

Specialized Health Need Interagency Collaboration (1750 East Fairmount Ave., Baltimore, 

MD 21231) The Specialized Health Needs Interagency Collaboration project (SHNIC) is a 

partnership between the Kennedy Krieger Institute, other local hospitals, and the Maryland 

State Department of Education. The primary goal is to provide community education that 

facilitates the inclusion of students with specialized health needs into the community. 

Through on-site training and technical assistance offered at no cost, the skills are taught to 

safely and effectively manage the needs of children and adolescents with specialized health 

needs and to help those children integrate into their schools and communities. 

888-554-2080 

http://www.kennedykrieger.org/kki_misc.jsp?pid=1994 

Dental 

Frederick County Developmental Center Dental Clinic (350 Montevue Lane, Frederick, MD 

21702) The clinic provides pediatric services only for patients under the age of 18. 

Services provided include complete examinations, cleanings, x-rays, fluoride treatment, 

fillings, extractions, sealants, and oral hygiene education. They accept all Medical 

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Assistance cards and for patients without insurance, fees will be determined by income and 

family size. 

301-600-1041 


Mission of Mercy (22 South Market St., Suite 6D, Frederick, MD 21701) Free basic, 

primary healthcare and dental care; extractions and fillings only. Mission of Mercy has 2 

clinic sites in Frederick County; Frederick City and Brunswick. Dental is on a first-come, 

first serve basis-no appointments, and all new patients need to arrive at the clinic site 

before 6am. 

301-682-5683 

www.amissionofmercy.org 

Medical Equipment 

Medical equipment companies (which are listed in the Yellow Pages under ―Hospital Equipment 

and Supplies‖) can recommend and sell equipment. They should also know whether Medicare, 

Medical Assistance, or other forms of insurance will cover the cost. 

Aronson Medical (6719 Reisterstown Rd., Baltimore, MD 21215) 

http://aronsonmedical.com/ 

410-358-4600 

BP Gamma Medical Systems, Inc. (4451 Georgia Pacific Boulevard, Suite S, Frederick MD 

21704) 

http://BPGamma.com/ 

1-800-624-4134 or 301-874-3390 

Chesapeake Rehab Equipment (2700 Lord Baltimore Drive, Baltimore, MD 21244) 

http://www.chesapeake-rehab.com 

1-800-777-6981 or 410-298-4555 

FMH Home Medical Equipment & Supplies (605 E. Church St., Frederick MD 21701) 

www.fmh.org 

1-800-704-3701 or 240-566-3099 

Loan Closets 

In some cases, if equipment cannot be bought, it may be borrowed. Call: 

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Federated Charities (22 South Market St., Frederick, MD 21701) 

301-662-1561 

Mental Health 

Mental Health Association of Frederick County (MHA)(263 W. Patrick St. Frederick, MD 

21701) MHA of Frederick County has a mission to build a strong foundation of emotional 

wellness by education, empowering and advocating for children, adults, and families through a 

wide array of services. MHA is always available, accessible and responsive to the changing 

needs of the community and provides referrals, resources, intervention and education for 

children, individuals, and families. 

301-663-0011 

mha@fcmha.org 

www.fcmha.org 

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) of Frederick County (4 East Church St., 

Frederick, MD 21701) NAMI is a grassroots organization dedicated to improving the lives of 

those with mental illness (including ADHD) and their families through education, support, and 

advocacy. 

240-379-6186 


The Pro Bono Counseling Project The Pro Bono Counseling Project is a non-profit 

organization that was formed to provide free mental health care to individuals, families and 

couples who can not receive care from any other source. 

1-877-323-5800 

www.probonocounseling.org 

Way Station, Inc. (230 West Patrick St., P.O. Box 3826, Frederick, MD 21705) The Way 

Station is a mental health organization providing rehabilitation services and treatment 

services for children, adolescents, and adults. They serve children and adolescents with 

emotional and behavioral difficulties, with overnight and hourly facility-based respite (Camp 

Journey), family preservation services, multi-systemic therapy, and Intensive Behavioral 

Support. 

301-662-0099 

www.waystationinc.org 

Therapists 

These are some of the local practices; their listing does not imply any kind of endorsement. 

Allied Counseling Group (Frederick, Brunswick, and New Market) 

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301-698-7077 

www.alliedcounselinggroup.com 

Associated Family Counseling, PA (15 Worman’s Mill Court, Ste. D, Frederick, MD 21701) 

301-228-2303 

www.associatedfamilycounseling.com 

Autism Consultation and Treatment Center (301- W. Main St., Thurmont MD 21788) 

888-316-8280 

www.act-center.net 

Blue Ridge Behavioral Health Services (170 Thomas Johnson Drive, Ste. 200, Frederick MD 

21702) 

301-695-8390 

www.blueridgebehavioralhealth.com 

Creative Therapeutic Connections (164 West Main Street, Suite A, New Market, MD 

21774) 

301-693-5931 

ctcbannon@comcast.net 

http://www.linganorecandw.com/ 

Carroll Counseling Centers and Attention & Learning Disorders Clinic (1311 S. Main St. 

Ste. 202, Mt. Airy, MD 21771) 

301-829-2242 

www.carrollcounseling.com 

Catoctin Counseling Center, Inc. (Frederick and Thurmont) 

301-631-1304 

www.catoctincounseling.com 

Center for Integrative Health Care (340 Park Ave., Frederick, MD 21701) 

301-663-1683 

www.pathforhealing.com 

Center for Mind-Body Therapies (5 N. Bentz St., Frederick, MD 21701) 

301-631-2936 

www.CMBT.net 

Counseling Services-a program of the Mental Health Assoc. of Frederick County (263 W. 

Patrick St., Frederick, MD 21701) 

301-663-6135 

www.fcmha.org 

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Delta Holistic Therapy Center (245 W. Patrick St, Frederick, MD 21701) 

301-663-8901 

Frederick Psychology Center (97 Thomas Johnson Dr., Ste. 202, Frederick, MD 21702) 

301-695-6455 

Healing Circles Wellness Center (620 W. Patrick St., Frederick, MD 21701) 

301-712-9015 

Monocacy Counseling Center, LLC (1207 N. East St., Frederick, MD 21701) 

301-846-0967 

Monocacy Neurodevelopmental Center (65 Thomas Johnson Dr., Suite A, Frederick, MD 

21702) 

301-662-3808 

www.monocacycenter.com 

Psychotherapy Services, LLC (41 N. Market St., Frederick, MD 21701) 

301-662-6226 

South Mountain Counseling Services (16 Walnut St, Middletown, MD 21769) 

301-371-3707 

Trinity Pastoral Counseling Center (703 W. Patrick At., Frederick, MD 21701) 

301-662-8908 

Villa Maria of Frederick County- A Behavioral Health Program of Catholic Charities 

(Frederick and Emmitsburg) 

301-694-6654 

Vital Sources (10 North Jefferson St., Suite 403, Frederick, MD 21701) 

301-620-8700 

www.vitalsources.org 

Private Therapy-Physical, Occupational, & Speech 

These are some of the local practices; their listing does not imply any kind of endorsement. 

Amber Hill Physical Therapy (187 Thomas Johnson Drive, Suite 6, plus locations in 

Damascus, Jefferson, and Thurmont) 

301-663-1157 

www.amberhillpt.com 

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Body Benders-Physical Therapy With a Twist (550 Highland St., Suite, Frederick, MD 

21701) 

301-807-9955 

888-261-2426 

www.bodybenders.com 

Frederick Memorial Healthcare System-Pediatric Rehabilitation Services (FMH Rose Hill 

Clinic, 1562 Opossumtown pike, Frederick, MD 21702, plus a location in Mt. Airy and 

Crestwood)) 

240-566-3132 

http://fmh.org/body.cfm?id=209 

Mid-Maryland Musculoskeletal Institute & Orthopedic Assoc. of Frederick-(MMI) (86 

Thomas Johnson Court, Frederick, MD 21702) 

301-694-8311 

1-800-349-9386 

www.mmidocs.com 

Way to Grow-Developmental Pediatric Occupational, Speech & Physical Therapy (9093 

Ridgefield Drive, #102, Frederick, MD 21701) 

301-846-4769 

www.way2grow.com 

Respite 

The Arc of Frederick County (620-A Research Drive, Frederick, MD 21703) Parents’ Day 

Out—Parents’ Day Out provides a few hours of respite each month to parents and guardians 

of children with developmental disabilities, offered free of charge the third Saturday of 

every month from 10am to 2pm. Siblings are welcomed and pre-registration is required. 

301-663-0909 

www.arcfc.org 

Camp Journey-Way Station (10304 Putman Road, Frederick, MD 21702) Camp Journey 

Adolescent Respite Program serves families with adolescents who are currently active in 

therapy to deal with emotional and behavioral challenges. Adolescents from the ages of 11- 

17 can have regularly scheduled visits of a few hours a week , a day or two a week, or a 

couple of weekends a month. 

301-682-3446 or 1-888-878-5066 x6149 


Connect and Learn (7035 Allington Manor Circle East, Frederick, MD 21703) 

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Connect and Learn provides support services to children, teens, and young adults diagnosed 

with Developmental Disorders. An approved Maryland Autism Waiver Service Provider 

offering Family Training, Individual Support Services (IISS) and Respite. These services 

are also available at an hourly rate to clients with private or alternate funding. 

301-694-6422 

www.connectandlearn.net 

Daybreak Community Church Rooftop Respite (New Market, MD 21774) Rooftop Respite 

is a relief care program designed for children with disabilities or medical concerns, as well as 

their siblings, where parents can drop their children off for a free day of activity. This 

program is offered on a quarterly basis, pre-registration is required. 

301-865-8877 

www.daybreak-church.com 

Frederick County Developmental Center (350 Montevue Lane, Frederick, MD 21702) Once 

a year FCDC offers a limited amount of small grants on a first-come, first-serve basis to 

families of children with special needs to be used within a year for respite care, recreational 

activities, etc. For more information, call: 

301-600-3367 

Teachable Moments Teachable Moments offer a variety of education services and 

specialize in working with students who have learning differences or special needs. Respite 

Care is offered which is educational based and social skill building, with ―respite-share‖ 

rates. 

240-676-1543 

info@teachablemomentsonline.com 

www.teachablemomentsonline.com 

Recreation – Year Round 

Adult Social Group- The Adult Social Group was started by Teachable Moments to have 

monthly activities for young adults (ages 18 on up) with developmental disabilities to offer 

opportunities to help teach social skills, both for safety and for establishing meaningful 

relationships. The group members are also encouraged to initiate social activities with each 

other outside of the regular scheduled meetings and activities. 

301-788-6198 

www.teachablemomentsonline.com 

Boys and Girls Club of Frederick County (413 Burck St., Frederick MD, 21701) The Boys 

and Girls Clubs of Frederick County provides a safe place for Frederick-area children ages 

6-18 to go after school and during the summer. Programs in six core areas: Character & 

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Leadership; Education & Career; Health & Life Skills; The Arts; Sports, Fitness & 

Recreation; and Computer Technology. 

301-600-1875 

http://bgcfc.org/ 

Boy Scouts of America-A year-round program for boys 11-17 designed to achieve the aims 

of Scouting through a vigorous outdoor program and peer group leadership with the counsel 

of an adult Scoutmaster. In Frederick County, BSA has 1 troop of boys with special needs 

and are looking for more interested boys. 

Wes Haynes 240-395-0605 whaynes@boyscouts-ncac.org 

Tom Wheatley 301-371-4797 tmwheatley1981@gmail.com 

Camp Journey Adolescent Respite Program- Located near the scenic Catoctin Mountains, 

Camp Journey Adolescent Respite Program serves families with adolescents who are 

currently active in therapy to deal with emotional and behavioral challenges. A program 

where adolescent from the ages of 11-17 can have regularly scheduled visits of a few hours a 

week, a day or two a week, or a couple weekends a month, while participating in a variety of 

activities, such as hiking, fishing, swimming and trips. 

301-682-3446 

1-888-878-5066 x6149 


Challenger Little League – Any child with disabilities who wants to have lots of fun can play 

in this Little League. Previous experience is not necessary to be part of this wonderful 

program, just a willingness to play and wear a real baseball uniform. 

Fred Laliberte 301-694-8673 

Guy Berry 301-471-9701 geberry@comcast.net 

The Delaplaine Visual Arts Education Center- Wide variety of classess and subject 

matters including drawing, painting, ceramics, woodworking, sculpture, printmaking, 

cartooning, claymation and more! 

301-698-0656 

www.delaplaine.org 

Frederick County 4H Therapeutic Riding Program – Located in Lewistown, a very successful 

and experienced horseback riding program for children with all types of disabilities. 

301-898-3587 

www.fc4htrp.org 

Frederick County Parks and Recreation-Friday Night Rec.—A program designed for 

persons with Intellectual Developmental Disabilities, ages 14 years and older. 

301-600-2936 

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www.recreater.com 

Frederick County Public Libraries – Many different activities throughout the county, check 

online at www.fcpl.org. 

Special Olympics – Providing year round sports training and athletic competition in a variety 

of Olympic type sports for all children and adults with intellectual disabilities. Check the 

website at www.somdfrederick.org to see all the different activities. 

Anne MacDonald 301-694-7779 amacdonald@somd.org 

YMCA Kids Unlimited Programs (1000 North Market St., Frederick, MD 21701)-Programs 

for Children and Young Adults with Special Needs- Respite care, Parents’ Night Out (evening 

and weekend hours), unified summer camps. In addition, children may attend a variety of 

general camp programs, with staff accommodations provided whenever possible. Will try to 

accommodate all students with special education needs, on a case by case basis. 

Kelly Presnell 301-663-5131 ext. 1248 kpresnell@frederickymca.org 

www.frederickymca.org 

Support Groups/Information 

The Arc of Frederick County (620-A Research Drive, Frederick, MD 21703) The Arc of 

Frederick sponsors two support groups for parents of children with disabilities; one of them 

is for Spanish speaking parents. 

301-663-0909 

http://www.arcfc.org/userfiles/Parent%20Support%20Groups.pdf 

Autism Society of America-Frederick County--Support group for families of children with 

autism that meets monthly at The Arc of Frederick County at 620A Research Drive, 

Frederick, MD 21703. 

301-746-8080 info@asafrederickmd.org 

www.asafrederickmd.org 

Compassionate Friends of Frederick County (303 Upper College Terrace, Frederick, MD 

21701)—Provides monthly support group for bereaved families, parents, siblings, and friends 

who can work through their grief with the help of others who have lost a loved one. 

301-662-5511 

www.tcfdcmetro.com 

Fathers Support Group (191 Waverley Drive, Frederick, MD 21702) A group for fathers of 

children with developmental disabilities that meets occasionally in the evening. 

240-236-8705 

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The Frederick County Commission on Disabilities (12 East Church Street, Frederick, MD 

21701) The Frederick County Commission on Disabilities mission is to review programs and 

services for people with disabilities and to identify their needs and gaps in service; to 

conduct and participate in meetings for the purpose of raising the level of " Disability 

Awareness " among people with disabilities and the general public; to identify barriers to 

programs and services available to people with disabilities and to recommend the means of 

overcoming these barriers and to make recommendations to the Bd. of County Commissioners 

regarding existing and proposed legislation pertaining to people with disabilities. 

301-694-1663 MD Relay: 711 

www.fccod.org 

Frederick F.R.I.E.N.D.S. (Family Resource Information and Education Network for Down 

Syndrome) A support and resource group for expectant and new parents and extended 

families of children with Down syndrome. Provides age-appropriate activities for children, 

advocates for community awareness, has regular meetings with professional speakers, and 

meets informally to share the joys and challenges of parenting. 

301-834-6848 

www.friendsoffredco.org 

Maryland Coalition for Inclusive Education (7484 Candlewood Road, Suite R. Hanover, MD 

21076) The Maryland Coalition for Inclusive Education Inc. (MCIE) is a statewide nonprofit 

organization dedicated to the inclusion of students with disabilities in their neighborhood 

schools. MCIE provides a variety of services to families and schools for meaningful and 

successful participation of all students in their neighborhood schools, through partnerships, 

advocacy, professional development, and public education. 

410-859-5400 or 1-800-899-8837 

http://www.mcie.org/ 

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) of Frederick County—Provides public education 

meetings presented by experts in the mental health field, support groups (i.e. Mom’s Support 

Group), other educational support and advocacy for persons with mental illness (including 

ADHD), their families, and friends. 

301-663-9414 

24 Hour helpline: 240-379-6186 


Support Groups for Kids-Frederick County Health Department, Substance Abuse Division 

(350 Montevue Lane, Frederick, MD 21702) This program offers the help that kids 

dealing with family substance abuse really need. 

301-600-3281 

www.FrederickCountyMD.gov/healthdept/substanceabuse 

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Support Services 

Abilities Network of Frederick County (5104 Pegasus Court, suite E, Frederick, MD 21704) 

Assists children with developmental disabilities to achieve their personal goals and 

integration into the community. Services are customized to each individual and family and 

include information and referral to appropriate programs, assistance with application to 

services, independent living skills, and job readiness training. 

301-695-9505 

1-800-394-9504 

www.abilitiesnetwork.org 

Arc of Frederick County (620-A Research Drive, Frederick, MD 21703) The Arc of 

Frederick County provides advocacy, access to resources, assistance in increasing individual 

and family connections for people with developmental disabilities. The organization seeks 

creative solutions to help people with developmental disabilities to attain their goals. 

301-663-0909 

info@arcfc.org 

www.arcfc.org 

Community Agency School Services (CASS)-A program of Frederick County Public Schools— 

Connects at risk middle school students and their families to resources within the community 

in order to achieve family well being and to promote school success. 

www.fcps.org 

Family Partnership of Frederick County (8420 Gas House Pike, Ste. EE, Frederick, MD 

21701) A community-based organization that provides family support and assistance to 

parents and their children to help them become self-sufficient. Offers parent education 

including GED prep, child development, service coordination, home visits, youth services, 

health education, and peer support. 

301-600-2206 


Family Service Foundation (205-A Broadway St. Frederick, MD 21701) 

Mental Health services, addiction services and HIV/AIDS Education for deaf and hard of 

hearing people. Full range of psychiatric services, including medication monitoring. Day 

Habilitation and residential placements for chronically mentally ill. Accepts Medicaid, 

Medicare and variety of HMO and Managed Care carriers. Services also offered on a sliding 

fee scale. 

301-694-7828 

888-840-3265 

www.fsfinc.org/index.html 

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Frederick County Developmental Center-Frederick County Health Department (350 

Montevue Lane, Frederick, MD 21702) A comprehensive, multidisciplinary, and coordinated 

community agency serving Frederick County’s children with special needs from birth to 21 

years. Services include audiology, psychology, physical and occupational therapy, service 

coordination, social work, and speech/language pathology. The Center is the lead agency for 

the Frederick County Infants and Toddlers Program, an interagency early intervention 

program serving children with developmental delays (birth-kindergarten) and their families. 

301-600-1612 


Healthy Families Frederick (22. S. Market St., Ste. 4, Frederick, MD 21701) Provide 

quality, strength-based, family-centered services and support as well as access to community 

resources and agencies to help build stronger families, healthier children and a better 

community. 

301-696-2058 

hffrederick@hotmail.com 

Partnership for Emotionally Resilient Kids (PERKS)-A program of the Mental Health 

Association of Frederick County—Provides onsite assistance for early education programs 

with children, age birth through four years ole, who exhibit social, emotional or behavioral 

issues. Partners with parents to offer strategies, resources, and support to develop 

resilient children. 

301-662-4549 

www.fcmha.org 

Service Coordination, Frederick County (5303 Spectrum Drive, Suite I, Frederick MD 

21703) Service Coordination is a private, nonprofit organization which helps adults and 

children with developmental disabilities get services that allow them to fulfill their goals in 

life. Coordinators visit clients and families regularly to assess their needs and help locate 

on-going support services. Program identifies service gaps, advocates for improvements in 

the service system and provides community education. 

301-663-8044 

www.servicecoordinationinc.org 

Transportation 

The Maryland Department of Disabilities (217 E. Redwood St., Suite 1300, Baltimore, MD 

21202) The web site provides information on the following subjects: Daily Supports, 

Disability Benefits, Education, Employment, Housing, Transportation, and much more. 

800-637-4113 

www.mdod.state.md.us/ 

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Transit Plus (1040 Rocky Springs Rd., Frederick, MD 21702) TransIT-Plus is Frederick 

County’s shared-ride, curb-to-curb, demand response transportation service, designed to 

meet the specialized travel needs of people with mobility disabilities, and senior citizens. 

Trips are scheduled on an individual basis to accommodate the unique travel needs of each 

passenger. While trips for medical purpose are given scheduling priority, other trips may be 

arranged for seniors and persons with disabilities. Provides door-to-door rides for people 

with disabilities approved for the program. 

301-600-2065 


Waivers 

Autism Waiver—The Medicaid Home and Community Based Autism Waiver Program provides 

Medicaid health care benefits, as well as expanded in-home and school-based services to 

eligible children with autism. 

Frederick County Public Schools-301-644-5274 

http://dhmh.state.md.us/mma/waiverprograms/html/Autism%20Waiver%20Fact%20Sheet. 

htm 

Model Waiver for Disabled Children—The Model Waiver provides Medicaid health care 

benefits as well as expanded in-home services to children who have very significant medical 

needs (would otherwise require nursing home or long-term facility care). 

410-987-1048 

301-621-7830 

http://dhmh.state.md.us/mma/waiverprograms/ 

Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) Waivers: 

1. Community Pathways Waiver—This waiver provides Medicaid health care benefits, as 

well as community-based residential, day and support services to people with 

intellectual disabilities and other developmental disabilities. 

2. New Directions Waiver--New Directions will allow people to direct their own services. 

A person in New Directions can get a whole array of services, including support 

services, supported employment and more and is for people living in their own homes or 

with their families. 

410-767-5636 

http://www.ddamaryland.org/waiver.htm 

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1-800-SUICIDE—1-800-784-2433 

24-hour national crisis intervention hotline. 

24-Hour Hotlines 

2-1-1 (1-866-411-6803) 

Available FREE, 24/7 for information and referrals on health and human services such as 

basic human needs, physical and mental health, employment support, support for seniors, 

children, youth and families, mobile crisis services, and suicide prevention and intervention 

services. 

Alcohol Hotline-1-800-Alcohol (1-800-252-6465) 

Helpline for alcohol and drug abusers 

Americans with Disabilities Act Hotline-1-800-514-0301 

Provides information on Americans with Disabilities Act, technical information and referral. 

Child Help USA Hotline-1-800-4-A-CHILD (1-800-422-4453) 

Crisis counseling for abused youth and abused parents. Referrals to local programs, legal 

assistance, and information on prevention. 

Covenant House Nineline-1-800-999-9999-National 

24-hour, toll-free crisis hotline which provides crisis intervention, referral and information 

services to the homeless, runaways, troubled teens and families. 

Epilepsy Foundation of America Hotline-1-800-332-1000 

Assist individuals with Epilepsy and other neurological disabilities. Vocational and residential 

support services and provided to adults and youth. 

Frederick County Hotline-301-662-2255 

Crisis intervention, support, information and referrals for all types of issues and situations 

to anyone in need. 

National Poison Center-1-800-222-1222 

Routes to closest poison control center. Emergency information. 

Maryland Youth Crisis Hotline -1-800-422-0009 

Crisis intervention, support, and referrals serving the western Maryland region. 

National AIDS Spanish Hotline Sponsored by the CDC-1-800-344-7432 

Focusing on AIDS, HIV, and related issues in Spanish language. 

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National Center for Missing & Exploited Children-1-800-THE-LOST (1-800-843-5678) 

Clearinghouse for information regarding missing and exploited children. 

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline-1-800-273-TALK (1-800-273-8255) 

Nationwide network of local crisis centers committed to suicide prevention and intervention. 

Operation Runaway-1-800-204-8600 

Hotline and 24-hour local crisis walk-in center for runaways, at-risk youth, and their 

caregivers. Free crisis counseling/evaluation offered. 

Parent Information/Stress Line-301-662-2255 

Telephone support line for parents. Provides listening support, information and referral, and 

crisis intervention. 

Phone Friend-301-694-8255 

Telephone support and assistance hotline for children at home alone. 

Rape Crisis Hotline-301-662-8800 

Crisis intervention for victims of rape, assault, or family violence; emergency shelter 

available. 

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