This week, MCF will say goodbye to one of the strongest champions for behavioral health services in the state of Maryland. Ann Geddes has been…
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The transition from adolescence to young adulthood can be difficult for all young adults. For those with mental health disabilities, the transition can be…
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Past & Present Award Recipients Nicole Ukoumunne (2021), Rodney Hill (2022) and Anne Marie Demby (2023) In May 2020, MCF lost one of its…
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Join The Maryland Coalition for Families at the Baltimore Pride Parade on June 24, from 1:00 PM -3:00 PM. The parade route is on Charles…
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Part II of MCF’s Mission: “Advocate to improve services and systems that impact individuals with behavioral health challenges and their families.” MCF is best know…
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On November 8, Marylanders voted overwhelmingly to legalize the recreational use of marijuana for adults over the age of 21. The new law will not…
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A new law goes into effect on January 1, 2023 that allows those with state-regulated private health insurance to see an out-of -network provider for…
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The use of atypical antipsychotic medications in children and adolescents has increased dramatically over thelast decade. Often, these medications are being prescribed for “off label”…
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September is Recovery Month, a time to celebrate the accomplishments of those in recovery from substance use disorder, as well as the family and friends…
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By Ann Geddes, Director of Public Policy Maryland Coalition of Families In October 2021, MCF emailed a survey to families in our database, asking about…
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This legislative session, which concluded on April 11, Maryland Coalition of Families supported a number of bills that sought to increase access to behavioral health…
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March is Problem Gambling Awareness Month, an annual grassroots public awareness and outreach campaign established by the National Council on Problem Gambling to educate the…
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