Maryland Healthy Transitions

Collaborative program designed to serve transition-age youth, ages 16-25, who are at high risk for emotional and behavioral disorders.

[Maryland Healthy Transitions @Maryland_HT]

Thank you to @sspencerthomas for starting this great conversation and to everyone involved! #ElevateTheConvo

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A4 - Improving cultural education for mental health workers. #ElevateTheConvo #MentalHealthMonth https://t.co/uhl3MzBmS3

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A4 - Recruiting more diverse staff.
https://t.co/aaQ7QnQGJR
#ElevateTheConvo #MentalHealthMonth

[Sally Spencer-Thomas @sspencerthomas]

Q4: Recent reports have highlighted the particular barriers to mental health for youth and families who do not speak English. How can we improve access to culturally responsive mental health support for youth? #ElevateTheConvo #MentalHealthMonth #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth

[Maryland Healthy Transitions @Maryland_HT]

A4 - Partnerships with translators. #ElevateTheConvo #MentalHealthMonth

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A3 - Encourage sleep education. #ElevateTheConvo #MentalHealthMonth

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A3 - Advocate for an earlier bedtime, to turn off electronics a half hour before bed, consistent pre-bedtime routine, time management. #ElevateTheConvo #MentalHealthMonth

[Sally Spencer-Thomas @sspencerthomas]

Q3: Over the past ten years, #youth reported getting fewer hours of #sleep at night. How can we create and advocate for policies and practices that support youth getting sufficient sleep? #ElevateTheConvo #MentalHealth #MentalHealthMonth #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth #insomia

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A3 - Later school start times. https://t.co/gVlvSex0LF
#ElevateTheConvo #MentalHealthMonth

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A2 - Encourage family centered support group therapy. #ElevateTheConvo #MentalHealthMonth

[Sally Spencer-Thomas @sspencerthomas]

Q2: A solid support system is a protective factor for #youthmentalhealth. How can we best engage families when a young person receives #mentalhealth services? How can we support the whole family to promote the youth’s #resilience? #ElevateTheConvo #MentalHealthMonth

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A1 https://t.co/6WTl8g2bLm Some plans and strategies being implemented by the CDC. #ElevateTheConvo #MentalHealthMonth

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A1 - https://t.co/BnY3xEctmB for finding a provider in treating mental health near you. #ElevateTheConvo #MentalHealthMonth

[Sally Spencer-Thomas @sspencerthomas]

Q1: Youth #mental health concerns – including #suicide & #overdose are rising, particularly among girls & LGBTQ+ youth. How can we address this #mentalhealthcrisis & ensure teens receive necessary support? What resources exist & what is needed? #ElevateTheConvo #MentalHealthMonth

[Maryland Healthy Transitions @Maryland_HT]

A1- More in home services, crisis care facilities, transitional housing in rural areas. #ElevateTheConvo #MentalHealthMonth

[Maryland Healthy Transitions @Maryland_HT]

We are available through Crossroads Community on the Eastern Shore of Maryland in Kent, Queen Annes, Caroline, Talbot and Dorchester county, as well as through Arundel Lodge in Anne Arundel County #ElevateTheConvo #MentalHealthMonth
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[Maryland Healthy Transitions @Maryland_HT]

Good Evening! We are thrilled to be involved in the 2023 #ElevateTheConvo Twitter chat for Youth Mental Health! Shoutout to @sspencerthomas for leading this conversation!

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@sspencerthomas Our supports include finding/maintaining housing, supported employment, school/training and life skills, as well as friendship and community involvement! #ElevateTheConvo #MentalHealthMonth

[Maryland Healthy Transitions @Maryland_HT]

Walking is a great way to clear your mind. If you would like to join Pathways to Wellness on their next adventure contact Cynthia at [email protected].

Sponsored by the Mid Shore Health Improvement Coalition https://t.co/Q9x4tQwW9q

[211 Maryland @211Maryland]

Are you tired of waiting a long time to schedule a mental health appointment? Get free weekly support starting today. Call 2-1-1 Health Check. All calls are confidential. https://t.co/BoyB7AEQ6P

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211 Health Check 101: It's a free, weekly check-in with a person who cares. @BaltimoreCrisis is part of the 211 call center network and explains how these calls work. Learn more: https://t.co/BoyB7AEQ6P #suicideprevention #nonprofit

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Are you experiencing long waits for mental health support? 211 Maryland can help with weekly mental health check-ins with someone who cares. It's free and confidential. Sign up today. @MDH_BHA https://t.co/fiytj362S5 #nonprofit #suicideprevention #depression

[Sally Spencer-Thomas @sspencerthomas]

Thank you for your service! On this Memorial Day, we mourn for the U.S. military personnel who have died while serving in the United States armed forces. 💙

#MemorialDay