Anne Arundel Health Department Services Offered In December

ANNE ARUNDEL COUNTY, MD – There’s a lot going on at the Anne Arundel County Health Department this month. Here’s a list of announcements, resources, and services available to county residents through the end of the year.

Services:

• Safe Stations Initiative – Anne Arundel County and Annapolis City fire and police stations are designated safe environments for individuals seeking assistance from heroin/opioid addiction. Those seeking help can visit any fire or police station year-round 24/7 for a medical assessment and assistance with obtaining detoxification and treatment resources.
• Drug and alcohol use prevention and education for county youth – The Prevention and Education Services Program seeks to increase awareness of the extent and risks associated with drug and alcohol use among young people in Anne Arundel County. The program provides information, presentations, training and exhibits to county schools, after-school programs, community groups, faith-based programs and parent groups. For information, call 410-222-6724.
• Behavioral health services for children and teens – The Department of Health provides outpatient mental health and substance abuse treatment for 4 to 18-year-old children and their families without private medical insurance. For mental health services, call 410-222-6785. For substance abuse services, call 410-222-6725.
• Free flu shots – The Department of Health provides free flu shots to people age 6 months and older by appointment at the Glen Burnie Health Center, 416 A St. SW, Glen Burnie, 410-222-6633 and Parole Health Center, 1950 Drew St., Annapolis, 410-222-7247. Call for your appointment.
• Smoking cessation – For free quit-smoking kits and information on free smoking cessation classes, Anne Arundel County residents can call the Learn To Live Line 410-222-7979, or visit www.MyQuitKit.org.
• Breast and cervical cancer screenings – The Department of Health provides free breast exams, mammograms and Pap tests to eligible female county residents ages 40 and over. For details, call 410-222-6180 or log on to www.LearnToLiveHealthy.org.
• Medical coverage for families – Does your family need health insurance? Medical Assistance for Families/MCHP has comprehensive medical coverage for income-eligible families, children and pregnant women through managed care organizations. For application information, call the Department of Health, 410- 222-4792, or visit www.aahealth.org/mchp.
• Prescription savings program – The Prescription Savings Program is for Anne Arundel County residents of any age and income. There is no cost to obtain the savings card. For more information, call 410-222-4531 or go to www.scriptsave.com and log in with Group #586.
• Administrative care coordination program – ACC provides services to clients who are enrolled in (or eligible for) Medical Assistance and HealthChoice to help them access health care. Short-term care coordination may be provided for certain groups. The Ombudsman investigates issues with managed care organizations. For more information, call ACC at 410-222-7541 or the Ombudsman at 410-222-4380.
• Children’s immunizations – Your baby needs immunizations at 2 months, 4 months, 6 months, and between 12 and 18 months. Boosters are given prior to entering kindergarten. Call your healthcare provider or the Department of Health at 410-222-4896 for details. Information on immunizations at area health centers for eligible children can be found at www.aahealth.org/immunizations.
• HIV/AIDS/STD services, safe sex kit – The Department of Health offers free, confidential testing and counseling for HIV, the virus that causes AIDS. Call one of these health centers for an appointment: Glen Burnie (410-222-6633) or Parole (410-222-7247). The department also offers free HIV case management services. Call 410-222-7108 for more information. Follow HIV/AIDS Services on Twitter at www.twitter.com/hivxpressions. Testing services for other sexually transmitted diseases are offered by the department. For more information, call 410-222-7382. Get a free Safe Sex Kit, which includes fact sheets, a condom case and a variety of condoms. To order a kit, go to www.aahealth.org/safesexkit.
• Medical assistance transportation – The Department of Health provides medical transportation services for eligible Medical Assistance/HealthChoice clients. Individuals with a valid Maryland Medical Assistance/HealthChoice card and no means of public or private transportation may be eligible. For information, call 410-222-7152.
• Dental health services – The Department of Health provides dental services by appointment to income-eligible children, young adults, expectant mothers and to adult participants in the county REACH program. Dental clinic locations are in Annapolis and in Glen Burnie. Services include teeth and gum cleaning, fluoride treatment, gum treatment, sealants, fillings, root canals, extractions, crowns, bridges, oral health education and dental health referrals.

Resources:

• DENIALisDEADLY.org has facts and resources on opioid misuse – Visit www.DENIALisDEADLY.org for information about heroin and prescription narcotics. The website includes information on treatment resources, free Narcan opioid overdose response training and prescription drug disposal sites.
• Employment opportunities – For employment opportunities at the Department of Health, visit www.aahealth.org/jobs.
• Birth certificates – The Department of Health can provide certified copies of Maryland birth certificates. Visit www.aahealth.org/birthcertificates or call 410-222-4462 for information. The hours for the Birth Certificates Office are from 8 a.m. to noon and from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m., weekdays, except for Maryland State holidays.
• Infant safe sleep ABC’s – The Department of Health urges all parents, grandparents and caregivers to put babies to sleep by following the safe sleep ABC’s – Alone, on their Backs, in a safe Crib. For details, visit www.aahealthybabies.org.
• Healthy Start – Healthy Start nurses and social workers meet with pregnant women and the parents of children up to age 2 to discuss pregnancy, childcare, child safety and community resources. For a Healthy Start nurse home visit, call 410-222-7177.
• Healthy Moms and Babies – The department’s Healthy Moms and Babies website, www.aahealthybabies.org, has free pregnancy resources, including information cards on preterm labor, fetal movements and secondhand smoke. Free Healthy Pregnancy and Baby Care Kits for county residents can be ordered online at www.aahealthybabies.org or by calling 410-222-7223.
• Women, Infants and Children – The WIC supplemental nutrition program provides free nutritious foods, nutrition education, breastfeeding support and resource referrals for pregnant, breastfeeding and postpartum women, and to infants and children up to age 5. To qualify, county residents must meet income guidelines. Call 410-222-6797 or 410-222-0139 (Spanish), or visit www.aahealth.org/wic for more information.
• Phone directory services – The Department of Health has a phone directory of department services that is posted online at www.aahealth.org/phone-directory.
• Like the Department of Health on Facebook – The Department of Health has an official, verified Facebook page at www.facebook.com/aahealth with information on current public health topics.
• Follow the Department of Health on Pinterest – Follow the Department of Health on Pinterest for delicious holiday recipes, health tips and much more. Visit www.pinterest.com/aahealthdept.

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