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The Anne Arundel County Mental Health Agency (AACMHA) is a private, non-profit 501(c)3 corporation that acts as the Core Service Agency (CSA) for Anne Arundel County, Maryland. Our mission is to ensure that county residents have access to a wide range of quality mental health and substance use services. As the CSA, we are responsible for managing and monitoring public behavioral health services in the county.

To accomplish our mission, we work in partnership with the Anne Arundel County Department of Health to form the Local Behavioral Health Authority (LBHA). The LBHA acts as the system manager for planning, managing, and monitoring public behavioral health services to create an ideal continuum of care for its residents.

Our Board of Directors

The AACMHA has a not-for-profit management structure with a Board of Directors appointed by the County Executive and accountable to the County Council for its activities. The Board of Directors is comprised of county officials, persons living with mental illness, family members of persons living with mental illness, behavioral health advocates, businessmen and women, and other citizens. The Board of Directors oversees the operations of the AACMHA and is responsible for developing and implementing the annual Strategic Plan.

Our Services

The AACMHA offers a wide range of mental health and substance use services to meet the needs of Anne Arundel County residents. Our services include:

• Crisis Services: We provide immediate assistance in any emergency through our Crisis Warmline, which is open 24/7 at 410-768-5522.
• Mental Health Programs, Services, & General Information: We offer various mental health programs and services to help individuals and families in need. Our services include individual and group therapy, case management, psychiatric rehabilitation, and peer support.
• Children and Adolescents: We offer specialized services for children and adolescents, including early intervention, school-based services, and family-based treatment.
• Elderly: We provide services for elderly individuals, including assessment, treatment, and care coordination.
• Minority Outreach: We offer outreach programs to minority communities to increase awareness and access to mental health and substance use services.
• People with Disabilities: We provide services for individuals with disabilities, including supported employment and independent living skills training.
• Veterans: We offer specialized services for veterans, including trauma-informed care and peer support.
• Housing: We provide housing assistance and support services for individuals and families in need.

Our Partnerships

The AACMHA works closely with a variety of partners to deliver the best possible services to Anne Arundel County residents. Our partners include:

• Anne Arundel County Department of Health: We work closely with the Anne Arundel County Department of Health to form the Local Behavioral Health Authority (LBHA).
• Community Providers: We collaborate with community providers to deliver a wide range of mental health and substance use services.
• State and Federal Agencies: We work with state and federal agencies to access funding and resources to support our services.
• Advocacy Organizations: We partner with advocacy organizations to promote mental health awareness and reduce stigma.

Our Commitment

At the AACMHA, we are committed to providing high-quality mental health and substance use services to Anne Arundel County residents. We are dedicated to promoting recovery and wellness, reducing stigma, and increasing access to care. We strive to create a caring and supportive community where individuals and families can thrive.