Parents' Place of Maryland

Florece en Comunidad
2026-12-02 18:00 - 19:00, 2027-01-06 18:00 - 19:00, 2027-02-03 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | MD
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!

Coffee and Conversations: Elementary School
2026-12-03 12:00 - 13:00, 2027-01-07 12:00 - 13:00, 2027-02-04 12:00 - 13:00 | MD
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.

Lunch and Listen: A support group for families dealing with behavioral health
2026-12-03 12:00 - 13:00, 2027-01-07 12:00 - 13:00, 2027-02-04 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!

August 6, 2026: “All for One and One for All: Community Schools”
September 3, 2026: “Back to School/Back to routines”
October 1, 2026: “Holding Two Truths: Acknowledging that love and distress often coexist”
November 5, 2026: “It’s OK to Be Tired: Caregiver Burn Out”
December 3, 2026: “Be a Good Samaritan, not because you have to, but because someone else needs you to: A focus on the Good Samaritan Law”
January 7, 2026: TO BE DETERMINED
February 4, 2026: TO BE DETERMINED
March 4, 2026: “Storms affect everyone, no matter what type they are: Habits vs. Addiction”

Coffee and Conversations: Middle & High School
2026-12-07 12:00 - 13:00, 2027-01-04 12:00 - 13:00, 2027-02-01 12:00 - 13:00 | MD
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.

Embracing Strength: Southern Maryland Support Group
2026-12-09 12:00 - 13:00, 2027-01-13 12:00 - 13:00, 2027-02-10 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
July 8, 2026: Letting Go Without Giving Up

We will discuss healthy boundaries with children and loved ones and do a supporting/enabling boundary setting activity

Simply Breathe: North Central Support Group
2026-12-09 18:00 - 19:00, 2027-01-13 18:00 - 19:00, 2027-02-10 18:00 - 19:00 | 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”

A Place To Breathe: South Central Support Group
2026-12-15 12:00 - 13:00, 2027-01-19 12:00 - 13:00, 2027-02-16 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”

Café y Conversaciones
2026-12-16 13:00 - 14:00, 2027-01-20 13:00 - 14:00, 2027-02-17 13:00 - 14:00 | MD
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
2026-12-16 18:00 - 19:00, 2027-01-20 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”

Virtual Kinship & Thriving Support Group
2026-12-22 18:00 - 19:00, 2027-01-26 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.

Coffee and Conversations: Birth - Kindergarten
2027-01-05 13:00 - 14:00, 2027-02-02 13:00 - 14:00 | MD
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.
