What is Family Day in Annapolis?
Since 2000, the Maryland Coalition of Families has ensured family voice is heard in Annapolis so that elected representatives understand how legislation under consideration impacts individuals with behavioral health challenges and their families.
During the annual Maryland General Assembly session, MCF brings families to Annapolis from across Maryland to advocate for children, youth, and adults with behavioral health needs, including mental health, substance use and problem gambling challenges. Participants meet with their elected representatives and share their stories and perspectives on bills that impact them. Families get the opportunity to speak directly to elected representatives from their districts. The experience is empowering for families and legislators often state that the stories families share have helped them understand the importance of bills under consideration. MCF provides transportation, lunch, and the opportunity to meet with legislators - all at no cost to our participants!
Please check back this Fall for more details about Family Day 2027!