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Provides support services for LGBTQ/SGL veterans, including case management and advocacy.

Case Management

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- Provides behavioral health and mental health referrals
- Includes housing, employment, and benefits navigation

Offers advocacy on a range of issues, including access to affordable healthcare and the promotion of good mental health practices.

Advocacy

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• Works to reduce obesity-related diseases and disparities in HIV/Aide and respiratory diseases

Provides services focused in African American communities such as classes and health screenings for diabetes and heart health, case management for pregnant women, HIV/AIDS and STI testing, cancer prevention education, and community outreach and referral for oral health and mental health.

Helplines and Information, Case Management, Medical Care

Assists students with documented disabilities in getting the support they need to succeed in college.

Disability Related Counseling/Therapy

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• Counselors determine appropriate accommodations and arrange support services
• Helps schools comply with disability legislation

Educates the public on civil and human rights, worker protections, and incidents of hate violence.

Discrimination and Civil Rights

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• Investigates alleged violations of county worker protection laws and cases of intimidation 
• Accepts complaints in-person and by phone Monday through Friday 9AM to 4PM
• Sponsors trainings to promote awareness and improve multicultural and interracial relations 
• Works with the Office of Human Rights

Offers human rights advocacy and protection services.

Civil Rights Advocacy

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• Provides recommendations for policies and programs to ensure equal rights and opportunities 
• Assists with discrimination complaints and directs individuals to appropriate agencies 
• Holds open meetings on the 3rd Thursday of each month from 6PM to 8PM

Offers advocacy, educational counseling, and referrals to individuals with epilepsy and their families.

Advocacy

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- Offers in-service training to professionals who work with individuals with epilepsy

Offers outreach and short-term care coordination 

Case Management

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- Includes in-home health, education on health benefits, ombudsman services, and referrals
- Provides portable cribs and information on safe sleep practices
- Advocacy and outreach services available to individuals being released from incarceration

Works to stop the unfair treatment of Black people within the criminal justice system.

Legal Services

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• Aims to end racial profiling, ensure fair trials and sentences, and stop the use of the death penalty 
• Includes the National Prison Project

Provides support services for individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities.

Disability Services

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- Includes case management, employment training, employment placing, workshops, family education, advocacy
- Offers community-based services and group living in supervised homes
- Adult Day Centers coordinate recreational, fitness, arts, and personal development activities.
- Childcare available

Offers case management and supportive services to young adults who have a history with or are at risk of a substance use disorder and those with mental health challenges.

Behavioral Health Services

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- Provides advocacy, life skills instruction, support groups, GED and college preparation, and tutoring
- Helps with homework, resume writing, vocational and skill building, and job readiness
- Mental health and substance use counseling available with referral

Helps Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries avoid healthcare fraud, error, and abuse.

Advocacy

Connects victims of sexual assault and rape to crisis counselors who accompany them to hospitals, police stations, and courts.

Advocacy

Provides legal advocacy for disability rights impact litigation and class action lawsuits.

Legal Services

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• Does not provide representation for individuals and families

Provides health education and advocacy services in an effort to eliminate cancer.

Health Education/Prevention

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• Accepts volunteers to participate in legislative issues

Helps veterans and their families understand their rights and benefits.

Veterans Benefits Assistance

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• Assists with applications for benefits from the Veterans Affairs department

Provides support services for individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities.

Disability Services

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- Includes case management, employment training, employment placing, workshops, family education, advocacy
- Offers community-based services and group living in supervised homes
- Adult Day Centers coordinate recreational, fitness, arts, and personal development activities.
- Childcare available

Provides wellness and recovery services for individuals with mental health and/or substance use issues.

Mental Health Support Services

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• Includes advocacy, self-help, peer support, outings, and center-run activities
• Accepts donations of paper products and cleaning supplies

Provides case management services and advocates for individuals who have a serious disease or long-lasting illness.

Case Management, Advocacy

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- Unable to help individuals with temporary illnesses or injuries resulting from an accident
- Case managers connect clients with local and national resources for medical care and education
- Assists with issues related to insurance denials, medical debt, healthcare access, and job retention

Advises government agencies and advocates for ways to improve the lives of people with disabilities and ensure they have equal opportunities in all aspects of life.

Advocacy

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- Makes recommendations on policies, practices, and procedures

Advocates for refugees and immigrants to be treated fairly and provides referrals to local resources to help them become active members of their new communities.

Advocacy

Advocates for issues affecting women and children.

Women's Advocacy Groups

Provides services and programs to help individuals transition into permanent housing.

Housing Assistance

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• Operates an emergency shelter with 24-hour services provided year-round 
• Offers case management, rent assistance, food, clothing, childcare, and transportation 
• Helps reduce bills and make homes energy efficient through weatherization
• Intercedes with mortgage companies

Provides investigations into alleged discrimination complaints based on age, race, sex, religion, marital status, disabilities, and source of income in housing, public accommodations, and employment brought under Frederick County code.

Civil Rights Discrimination Assistance

Provides assistance to find long-term support options and determine eligibility for public programs.

Long Term Care Options Counseling

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• Screens for Medicaid nursing facility and home and community-based service waiver programs 
• Helps with level of care determinations
• Offers referrals to health, transportation, housing, and income support programs