Harford County Office of Drug Control Policy

04/01/2020

Harford County Government

April issue is now out! This month's issue we give you COVID-19 coronavirus resources and more. Read it here & subscribe today: http://www.harfordcountymd.gov/1664/FYI-e-Newsletter

03/30/2020

03/30/2020

Children's Mental Health Matters

It's Mental Health Monday!

Being a parent can be stressful in many ways. Add in a global pandemic, school closures, remote working, and nagging uncertainty and stress can increase rapidly. How do we balance working from home while helping our children learn and play? How do we adapt to changing routines while managing our households as this situation unfolds?

During this difficult time, we want you to know that you are not alone. Adjusting to new routines is difficult for each of us—young and old. This week, we are providing links to information that we hope will support you as you navigate the new normal and create a routine that meets the needs of your family.

Please visit our website to read more: https://www.childrensmentalhealthmatters.org/resources/mentalhealthmondays/

#MentalHealthMonday #CMHMMaryland #ChildrensMentalHealthMatters

03/25/2020

03/25/2020

Healthy Harford/Healthy Cecil

Healthy Harford has just updated the Community Meals and Food Access pages on our website. Please share. In addition, if you have any updates, please email to us at [email protected]
www.healthyharford.org
UM Upper Chesapeake Health Harford County Chamber of Commerce Group Harford County Public Schools Harford County Public Library Harford County Health Department LASOS, Inc. Harford County Government

03/19/2020

REMINDER!

In the interest of public safety and to slow the spread of COVID-19 in Harford County, this event has been cancelled/ postponed until further notice.

In the interest of public safety and to slow the spread of COVID-19 in Harford County, this event has been cancelled/ postponed until further notice.

03/19/2020

Harford County Health Department

Harford County Health Department

Do you feel anxious or stressed during this scary time of COVID-19? You're not alone.

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prepare/managing-stress-anxiety.html?CDC_AA_refVal=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cdc.gov%2Fcoronavirus%2F2019-ncov%2Fabout%2Fcoping.html

03/18/2020

Harford County Office of Drug Control Policy

Right now we have been afforded more time with our children than usual; during this time is a perfect opportunity to have a conversation with your child. Take time to sit down with them and have a conversation about how they are feeling, how things have been going at school, their anxieties and worries. Talk about peer pressure, drugs and alcohol and how they can avoid them. Let your child lean in and listen to what they have to say.

Promote and provide prevention services through strategies utilizing the resources of public/private agencies and citizens.

03/16/2020

The Adult Drug Court will be open Monday, March 16th for participants. Any questions or concerns please contact the Office of Drug Control Policy at 410-638-3333

UPDATE from SARC (Harford County): Although the Circuit and District Courts are closed to the general public today, they WILL continue hearing cases involving a request for Protection. If you have a case scheduled for a Temporary or Final Protective Order in the Court today, you must appear in order for your case to continue. Failure to appear may result in your request being dismissed. If you have questions, please contact the Court or our 24 Hour Helpline at 410-836-8430.
Additionally, if you have a Final Protective Order hearing scheduled in the District Court for Tuesday or Thursday this week. Please appear in Court today so that the Court may hear your case.

UPDATE: From the Office of the Harford County Administrative Judge: “Anyone scheduled for jury service between 3/16/2020 and 4/3/2020 will have their jury service automatically rescheduled to another date after 4/3/2020; they will not have to call or go online to do so. Our telephone line (phone number is on the jury summons) has that information on it for anyone calling the Jury Commissioner’s Office.”

A message from Harford County Circuit Court and Harford County District Court for updates in response to the COVID-19 pandemic:

03/13/2020

Harford County Government

UPDATE: Harford County Parks and Recreation programs have been canceled and indoor facilities and outdoor playgrounds and pavilions are closed until further notice. Parks and trails will be open as long as social distancing is maintained. No groups or teams will be allowed. Cedar Lane Sports Complex is closed - fields and walking path.

County Executive Barry Glassman has issued the following weekly update on the COVID-19 virus in Harford County:

Effective today:

• All county-owned senior centers are closed until further notice;
• All parks and recreation programs, activities and facilities are closed;
• County government events are cancelled through March 31;
• Meetings of county advisory boards are cancelled through March 31; and,
• Out-of-state travel for county employees is suspended.

I am also recommending that all county groups and organizations cancel large gatherings of 250 or more until further notice. More here: http://www.harfordcountymd.gov/ArchiveCenter/ViewFile/Item/1721

03/06/2020

Harford County Government

Harford County Executive Barry Glassman congratulates Harford Athena Award winners Elizabeth Mosser of
Harford Community College and our own Sandi Gallion, winner of the Leadership Award, and all of the outstanding nominees.

03/05/2020

In the interest of public safety and to slow the spread of COVID-19 in Harford County, this event has been cancelled/ postponed until further notice.

03/05/2020

In the interest of public safety and to slow the spread of COVID-19 in Harford County, this event has been cancelled/ postponed until further notice.

UPDATE: In the interest of public safety and to slow the spread of COVID-19, this event has been postponed until further notice/cancelled

Harford County is offering its next series of FREE classes on mental health and safety, empowering citizens as young as age 12 to prevent tragedies and help others in crisis. Registration is now open for our program consisting of four weekly classes starting Wednesday, March 18. Hurry up and get your spot! Register here: https://www.harfordcountymd.gov/ArchiveCenter/ViewFile/Item/1716

Harford County Public Schools Harford County Public Library Harford County Sheriff's Office Harford County Council of PTAs, Inc. Harford County Health Department Office on Mental Health, Core Service Agency of Harford County

02/27/2020

Bel Air Middle School Wellness Fair

02/25/2020

Join us tonight at 7 PM at Edgewood HIgh School to learn how to tackle the youth challenges of today.

02/24/2020

#ooccbestpractices2020

02/19/2020

Harford County Office of Drug Control Policy

02/19/2020

Jessica Lahey has canceled her presentation “The Gift of Failure: How the Best Parents Learn to Let Go So Their Children Can Succeed” scheduled for Thursday, March 12 from 6 – 8 p.m. at Patterson Mill High School. The presentation will be rescheduled at a later date and information will be posted as soon as it is confirmed.

02/18/2020

Join us next Tuesday evening at Edgewood High School for another presentation of "Tackling Youth Challenges!"

All parents welcome!

02/11/2020

02/11/2020

02/06/2020

02/02/2020

Harford Cable Network

Harford Cable Network

Kristy Breslin discusses the difficulty of talking to children about drugs, alcohol and mental health, and the local resources that can help.

https://hcn.viebit.com/player.php?hash=8E1qPBboOObq

Harford County Government Harford County Office of Drug Control Policy Harford County Public Schools

01/31/2020

Harford County Government

Registration is now open for a free conference to help teens and young adults with Individualized Education Plans and 504 Plans transition successfully from high school to adulthood. Harford County’s 2020 Expo for Transitioning Youth is planned for Saturday, April 4 from 8:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at @Bel Air High School: https://www.harfordcountymd.gov/ArchiveCenter/ViewFile/Item/1706

01/21/2020

Come check out Project Homeless Connect Resource Fair on Thursday January 23, 2020.

01/16/2020

Harford County Government

Harford County Government

Check out Harford County Executive Barry Glassman's fifth year in review ... Moving Forward Together

01/15/2020

Women of Tomorrow Awards | Harford County, MD

DO YOU KNOW AN EXCEPTIONAL YOUNG WOMAN IN GRADES 7-12? If so, nominate them today for the "Women of Tomorrow Award"
https://www.harfordcountymd.gov/1804/Women-of-Tomorrow-Award

01/15/2020

Please join us on Thursday for this very informative presentation.

Save the date! Start the year right by attending this presentation where we will discuss the challenges facing the youth of today.

01/15/2020

Harford County Government

County Executive Barry Glassman called for national unity in his annual State of the County address on Tuesday and credited local partnerships for contributing to Harford’s progress. In a speech entitled “Moving Forward Together” he reported on the county’s improved financial position and a major reduction in opioid fatalities: http://www.harfordcountymd.gov/ArchiveCenter/ViewFile/Item/1696

01/14/2020

Harford County Office of Drug Control Policy

Save the date! Start the year right by attending this presentation where we will discuss the challenges facing the youth of today.

01/09/2020

Harford County Government

Harford County Government

From County Executive Barry Glassman and all of us here in Harford County government, join us in celebrating Law Enforcement Appreciation Day!

Harford County Sheriff's Office Bel Air Police Department Aberdeen Police Department Havre de Grace Police Department Billy Boniface

01/08/2020

Harford County Office of Drug Control Policy

Save the date! Start the year right by attending this presentation where we will discuss the challenges facing the youth of today.

01/08/2020

Harford County Office of Drug Control Policy

Considering additional education as a peer recovery coach? Here is your opportunity. Ethical Considerations.

01/07/2020

Considering additional education as a peer recovery coach? Here is your opportunity. Ethical Considerations.

01/06/2020

Harford County Office of Drug Control Policy

Save the date! Start the year right by attending this presentation where we will discuss the challenges facing the youth of today.

01/04/2020

Harford County praises recovery programs for opioid deaths down

"Recovery is possible." A hopeful message from Harford County. Char Hope Foundation Addiction Connections Resource

Maryland is finally seeing a decline in opioid related deaths. Harford County has a 32.8 percent decrease for the first nine months of 2019. The numbers for the entire year have not yet been released.

01/03/2020

The youth of today are facing challenges daily. Those challenges range from stress and anxiety from school or family, cyberbullying, peer pressure, the need to fit in and many more. Join us on January 16th so that we can help you help your youth with these challenges.

Save the date! Start the year right by attending this presentation where we will discuss the challenges facing the youth of today.

01/03/2020

This is your last chance to sign your child up for the Pledge Program. Help give your child the tools that they need to handle the challenges of drugs and peer pressure.

Our next Pledge Program is in January at Deerfield Elementary School. Your child does not have to attend this school in order to attend the program.

01/01/2020

Harford County Government

January issue is now out! This month's issue it's time for a Ravens Rally and Christmas tree recycling. These two stories and more, Read it here & subscribe today: http://www.harfordcountymd.gov/1664/FYI-e-Newsletter

12/18/2019

Harford County Office of Drug Control Policy

Save the date! Start the year right by attending this presentation where we will discuss the challenges facing the youth of today.

12/18/2019

Our next Pledge Program is in January at Deerfield Elementary School. Your child does not have to attend this school in order to attend the program.

12/16/2019

Harford County Government

Harford County Government

In his 2019 message, Harford County Executive Barry Glassman invites citizens to explore our Christmas tree farm finder, and always remember to choose civility.

Jarrettsville Nurseries Christmas Tree Farm at Holy Cross Rd

12/11/2019

Harford County Office of Drug Control Policy

Save the date! Start the year right by attending this presentation where we will discuss the challenges facing the youth of today.

12/02/2019

MARK YOUR CALENDARS for our upcoming event geared towards our HARFORD COUNTY PARENTS!

Aberdeen High School is hosting our "Tackling Youth Challenges" presentation that will focus on the issues surrounding our youth and substance use, mental health, and internet safety/cyberbullying.

Save the date! Start the year right by attending this presentation where we will discuss the challenges facing the youth of today.

11/27/2019

Congratulations to the Night of Conversation survey winner Deborah! We would like to thank everyone who participated in the survey and this important initiative.