Parents' Place of Maryland

Simply Breathe: North Central Support Group
2026-06-10 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-07-08 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-08-12 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | online, ONLINE/VIRTUAL, Glen Burnie
Attend this virtual support group if you:

Reside in Baltimore County, Baltimore City, Harford, or Cecil county
Have loved ones affected by mental health, substance use, and/or problem gambling
Would like to connect with others
Would like to receive support and information

Questions? Please email Crystal Simpson-Howell at crystal@ppmd.org
Click here to register. You may join anonymously.
See our monthly topics of discussion below!

February 11, 2026: “Healing Hearts and Minds”
March 11, 2026: “Mattering – understanding tools and skills that can connect purpose to building a meaningful community”
April 8, 2026: “Pregnancy & Infant Loss”
May 13, 2026: “Self-Care and Wellness”
June 10, 2026: “Self Growth”
July 8, 2026: “Freedom to Feel”
August 12, 2026: “Improving Sleep Habits for Better Health”
September 9, 2026: “Recovery Month – Addiction Loss”
October 14, 2026: “Meaningful Gifts That Won’t Break the Bank”
November 4, 2026: “Forgiving What You Can’t Forget”
December 9, 2026: “Self-Care and Wellness”

13th Annual Joanna Franklin Conference on Problem Gambling
2026-06-12 08:00 - 16:00 | Turf Valley Resort, 2700 Turf Valley RD Ellicott City MD 21042, Ellicott City, MD, 21042, United States
Are you interested in connecting with resources, and services regarding Problems Gambling? Then don’t hesitate to join us at the 13th Annual Joanna Franklin Conference on Problem Gambling. This Conference is sure to teach you something new and make an impact on our community!

South High Community Resource Fair
2026-06-13 10:00 - 13:00 | South Hagerstown High School, 1101 S Potomac St, Hagerstown, MD 21740, Hagerstown, MD, 21740, United States
We are excited to invite you to join us at the upcoming South High Community Resource Fair this June. Aimed at providing families and caregivers in the community with a plethora of local resources and services, this upcoming event is sure to have something for everyone!

Learning Beyond the Classroom
2026-06-15 09:30 - 11:00 | Friendsville Park Friendsville Maryland, Old River Rd, Friendsville, MD, 21531, Friendsville, MD, 21531, United States
If you have a child age birth to 5 and are located in the Garret County area, then don’t miss out on the upcoming Learning Beyond the Classroom community event. Aimed at encouraging learning throughout the summer, all families attending this event will go home with a fun activity and food, so don’t miss out on this exciting event.

A Place To Breathe: South Central Support Group
2026-06-16 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-07-21 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-08-18 12:00 - 13:00 | online
Attend this virtual support group if you:

Reside in Howard, Montgomery, or Prince George’s county
Have loved ones affected by mental health, substance use, and/or problem gambling
Would like to connect with others
Would like to receive support and information

Questions? Please email Kim Birnbaum at kim@ppmd.org
Click here to register. You may join anonymously.
See our upcoming monthly topics of discussion below!

June 16, 2026: “988 and 211”
July 21, 2026: “Breathing Helps”
August 18, 2026: “Parenting Teens Who Use Substances”

Wellness Wednesdays with Maryland Wellness
2026-06-17 09:00 - 23:30 | Meschach Village/Frostburg MD, Frost Village Rd, Frostburg, MD 21532, Frostburg, MD, 21532, United States
Are you looking for a resource fair near you? Then don’t hesitate to join us at the upcoming Wellness Wednesdays with Maryland Wellness this June, aimed at providing information on mental health and wellness resources in the community, this upcoming event is sure to be an event that you won’t want to miss.

Café y Conversaciones
2026-06-17 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-08-19 13:00 - 14:00
REGISTRARSE AQUÍ
Café y Conversaciones es un espacio virtual seguro para:
• Compartir ideas
• Compartir frustraciones
• Obtener recursos
• Hacer nuevos amigos
PREGUNTAS?
Envía un correo electrónico a Silvia Ramos a silvia@ppmd.org o Brenda Rivera-Ruiz a brenda@ppmd.org
CUANDO
tercer miércoles
de cada mes
1:00 PM

Courageous Conversations: Eastern Shore Support Group
2026-06-17 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-07-15 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-08-19 18:00 - 19:00 | online, ONLINE/VIRTUAL, Glen Burnie
Attend this virtual support group if you:

Reside in Kent, Queen Anne’s, Caroline, Talbot, Dorchester, Wicomico, Worcester, or Somerset county
Have loved ones affected by mental health, substance use, and/or problem gambling
Would like to connect with others
Would like to receive support and information

Questions? Please email Anne Marie Izzi at annemarie@ppmd.org
Click here to register. You may join anonymously.
See our monthly topics of discussion below!

February 18, 2026: “Beating the Winter Blues”
March 18, 2026: “The Signs of Substance Use Disorder”
April 15, 2026: “Alcohol Awareness Month: Know the Facts”
May 20, 2026: “Bridges Out of Poverty”
June 17, 2026: “Is My Teen Struggling with Substance Use Disorder?”
July 15, 2026: “Daily Mindful Meditations”
August 19, 2026: “Back to School Basics”
September 16, 2026: “PACEs”
October 21, 2026: “Mental Health During the Holidays”
November 18, 2026: “Sobriety and Mental Health Self Care During the Holidays”
December 16, 2026: “Recognize and Celebrate Your Successes”

Mount Savage Mobile Food Market
2026-06-23 01:00 - 15:00 | Mt Savage Volunteer Fire Dept, 15701 Iron Rail St NW, Mount Savage, MD 21545, MD, 21545, United States
Are you looking for a food market near you? If so, don’t hesitate to join us at the upcoming Mount Savage Mobile Food Market, this exciting event is aimed at providing healthy food and local resources to families in the community.

Virtual Kinship & Thriving Support Group
2026-06-23 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-07-28 18:00 - 19:00 | online, ONLINE/VIRTUAL
Virtual Kinship & Thriving Support Group through Charlene’s Circle of Support
Every 4th Tuesday | 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Are you a grandparent, aunt, uncle, sibling, godparent, or trusted family friend currently raising a relative’s child or considering kinship care?
Being a kinship caregiver can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re navigating it alone. Join for an evening of connection, encouragement, and community with others who truly understand the journey.
This virtual support group is a safe and welcoming space to:

Connect with fellow kinship caregivers across Maryland
Access helpful resources and practical information
Hear from monthly guest speakers
Learn tools to help you thrive in your caregiving role
Share experiences and build supportive relationships

Whether you’re new to kinship care or have been caregiving for years, you are welcome here.
Registration is required. Click here to sign up.

Mobile Food Market Kitzmiller Community Center
2026-06-24 01:00 - 15:00 | Kitzmiller Community Center, 288 W Main Street Kitzmiller, MD 21538, Kitzmiller, MD, 21538, United States
Are you looking for free resources in the Garret County area? If so, don’t hesitate to join us at the upcoming Mobile Food Market at Kitzmiller Community Center. Aimed at connecting families in the community with healthy food and local resources, this event is sure to be one that you won’t want to miss.

Project Connect Summer Event
2026-06-24 12:00 - 14:00 | Canal Place Historical Park, 13 Canal St, Cumberland, MD 21502, Cumberland, MD, 21502, United States
We are excited to invite you to join us at the upcoming Project Connect Summer Event this June, hosted by the Cumberland Police Department. This event is aimed at connecting families in the community with a plethora of local resources and services. So don’t forget to mark your calendar for this informative event.

Lunch and Listen: A support group for families dealing with behavioral health
2026-07-02 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-08-06 12:00 - 13:00 | online, ONLINE/VIRTUAL, Glen Burnie
Attend this virtual support group if you:

Reside in Garrett, Allegany, Washington, Frederick, or Carroll county
Have loved ones affected by mental health, substance use, and/or problem gambling
Would like to connect with others
Would like to receive support and information

Questions? Please email communications@ppmd.org
Click here to register. You may join anonymously.
See our monthly topics of discussion below!

February 5, 2026: “Roots of Love: Nurturing Yourself While Supporting Others”
March 5, 2026: “Marching Through the Storm”
April 2, 2026: “Spring Forward-Growing Through What We Go Through”
May 7, 2026: “Planting Seeds of Resilience”
June 4, 2026: “Brighter Days Ahead: Blossoming Into Hope”
July 2, 2026: “Summertime Fun Time”
August 6, 2026: “All for one, One for all“
September 3, 2026: “Back to School/Back to routines”

Embracing Strength: Southern Maryland Support Group
2026-07-08 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-08-12 12:00 - 13:00 | online, ONLINE/VIRTUAL, Glen Burnie
Attend this virtual support group if you:

Reside in Anne Arundel, Calvert, Charles, or St. Mary’s county
Have loved ones affected by mental health, substance use, and/or problem gambling
Would like to connect with others
Would like to receive support and information

Questions? Please email Donna Howard at donna@ppmd.org
Click here to register. You may join anonymously.
See our monthly topics of discussion below!

May 13, 2026: Building Emotional Resilience
Jun 10, 2026: Understanding Substance Use Disorder

Coffee and Conversations: Middle & High School
2026-08-03 12:00 - 13:00
Join our Coffee and Conversations sessions if you have children in middle and high school.
Coffee and Conversations is a safe virtual space to:

Share ideas
Share frustrations
Get resources
Make new friends

We meet the first Monday of each month at 12:00pm
Click here to register!
Please reach out to LaShonda Scott at lashonda@ppmd.org with any questions.

Coffee and Conversations: Birth - Kindergarten
2026-08-04 13:00 - 14:00
Join our Coffee and Conversations sessions if you have children ages 0-5.
Coffee and Conversations is a safe virtual space to:

Share ideas
Share frustrations
Get resources
Make new friends

We meet the first Tuesday of each month at 1:00pm.
Click here to register!
Please reach out to Addy Dayton at addy@ppmd.org with any questions.

Florece en Comunidad
2026-08-05 18:00 - 19:00
Florece en Comunidad – Grupos de Apoyo para la Salud Mental y Conductual
Puede unirse de manera anónima
The Parents’ Place of Maryland organiza un grupo de apoyo virtual mensual en nuestro estado para familias hispanas con seres queridos afectados por problemas de salud mental, uso de sustancias y juego problemático.
Virtual en Zoom
Participe de este grupo de apoyo virtual si usted:

Vive en el estado de Maryland
Usted o algún ser querido ha sido afectado por problemas de salud mental, consumo de sustancias y/o juego problemático
Desea conectarse con otras personas
Quisiera recibir apoyo e información

¿Preguntas? Por favor comuníquese con Joan Balbuena Hernández al correo electrónico joan@ppmd.org
Regístrese Aquí!

Guiando el Camino de PPMD
2026-08-05 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-08-12 18:00 - 20:00 | online, ONLINE/VIRTUAL
Guiando el Camino de PPMD Preparación para la vida después de la escuela secundaria
¿Tiene usted un joven (de cualquier capacidad) de 14 a 21 años? ¿Pensar en el futuro después de la escuela le da estrés? ¿Quiere empezar a planificar el proceso de transición pero no sabe por dónde empezar Respire, tenemos la clase para usted.
¡Haga clic aquí para aplicar!
Durante esta capacitación, las familias:

Comprenderán el papel cambiante de su estudiante;
Obtendrán ayuda para comprender la sección de transición del IEP;
Desarrollarán una visión y un plan de acción de transición con su joven;
Se hablará sobre un plan para la vida después de la escuela secundaria;
Y mucho más!

Los temas incluirán:

Servicios para adultos
Empleo
Colegios/ Universidades
Autodefensa

Fechas Importantes

Fecha límite de solicitud: 22 de julio de 2026
Orientación virtual: 29 de julio de 2026 12-1 pm o 6-7 pm
Sesiones de capacitación virtuales: 5, 12, 19, y 26 de agosto de 2026 6-8 pm
Sesión de oportunidades para establecer contactos (opcional): 2 de septiembre de 2026 6-7 pm

Tiene que asistir a todas las sesiones de capacitación y una sesión de orientación.
¡Haga clic aquí para aplicar!

Coffee and Conversations: Elementary School
2026-08-06 12:00 - 13:00
Join our Coffee and Conversations sessions if you have children in grades 1st through 5th.
Coffee and Conversations is a safe virtual space to:

Share ideas
Share frustrations
Get resources
Make new friends

We meet the first Thursday of each month at 12:00pm.
Click here to register!
Please email Bonnie Kinsey at bonniek@ppmd.org with any questions.
