Advocate

The Maryland Commission on Judicial Disabilities (“Commission”) is an independent body with the power to investigate complaints against Maryland judges and, when warranted, conduct hearings concerning such complaints and take certain actions or make recommendations for other actions to the Court of Appeals. Through the exercise of its powers, the Commission plays an important role in promoting public confidence in, and preserving, the integrity and independence of the judiciary.Their web site contains the procedures concerning the filing of a complaint, its investigation and resolution, and other information about the Commission.[…]

The Maryland Board of Physicians (the “Board”) is an agency of the state with the authority to license physicians and other health care providers such as physician assistants, radiographers, radiation therapists, radiologist assistants, nuclear medicine technologists, respiratory care practitioners, psychiatrist assistants (renewals only), polysomnographic technologists, athletic trainers, and naturopathic doctors to practice in Maryland, and to discipline licensees who violate the Maryland Medical Practice Act.In addition to establishing qualifications for licensure, the Board is responsible for investigating complaints against licensees and for taking action against the license of those who fail to maintain Maryland’s high standards of medical care[…]

The Attorney Grievance Commission oversees the conduct of both Maryland attorneys and nonmembers of the Maryland Bar who engage in the practice of law in the State. The Office of Bar Counsel investigates and, where indicated, prosecutes attorneys whose conduct violates the Maryland Attorneys’ Rules of Professional Conduct as well as those engaged in the unauthorized practice of law. Bar Counsel also reviews notifications of overdrafts on attorney escrow accounts.Please visit their website in order to file a complaint.[…]

The Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program resolves the problems of individuals in long-term care facilities, provides information and referral about facility selection and quality care, assists resident and family councils, promotes residents’ rights and represents residents’ needs and interests to public officials. Nursing homes and board and care homes (including assisted living) are visited by long-term care ombudsmen. Ombudsmen are advocates for residents, working with them, and for them, to address complaints. Confidentiality is central to all ombudsman work.[…]

Maryland has a network of 26 Family Support Centers in 14 counties that offer free, educational and health-related services to parents and their children ages birth through three. The Centers provide services designed to: Promote the optimal development of young children Help adults develop more effective parenting skills and fulfill their aims related to school, employment and family life Provide supportive networks among parents in local communities Connect parents and children to the agencies and community resources that can help themThe Centers offer a range of services including: Quality infant/toddler care and assessment while parents are on site Parent[…]

The Rural Health Information Hub, formerly the Rural Assistance Center, is funded by the Federal Office of Rural Health Policy to be a national clearinghouse on rural health issues. We are committed to supporting healthcare and population health in rural communities.The RHIhub is your guide to improving health for rural residents—we provide access to current and reliable resources and tools to help you learn about rural health needs and work to address them.[…]

PFLAG promotes the health and well-being of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender persons (LGBT, LGBTQ), their families and friends through support, education, and advocacy. Meetings are the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month at 7pm. Locations vary, please call for details.[…]

BJN offers methadone maintenance, counseling, and referrals.[…]

The Dorchester Recovery Initiative (DRI), in conjunction with Chesapeake Voyagers, Inc., promotes personal recovery for all, no matter what path one takes to recovery. They also help strengthen the recovery community and the services and structures that help folks get and stay in recovery worldwide. They are there for those seeking help for mental health, co-ocurring, and addictions concerns.[…]

We help the family explore treatment options, develop a treatment plan and an effective strategy to approach their loved one and present treatment options. Once a plan is in motion we set a meeting in a safe place. At the meeting we will assist and guide the family as they address the sufferer and the impact his or her addiction is having. This can allow the family to express their love and concerns while offering to help but with effective mediation to minimize emotions taking over and disrupting the hopeful outcome. We will be there to help you from[…]