Connecting, Supporting and Empowering Maryland Families

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Volume 11 Issue 1

July 2021

This month we share:

Developmentally Typical Behavior, or Oppositional Defiant Disorder?

How to Reset Your Family's Screen Time After the Pandemic

American Rescue Plan Provides Cash Payments to Families With Children

Share Your Voice as a Caregiver of a Youth in Residential Treatment

Also included: upcoming trainings and events and employment opportunities.

Developmentally Typical Behavior, or Oppositional Defiant Disorder?

All children can be defiant at times. Parents who have survived the "terrible twos" go on to survive the "terrible teens" and then with any luck, their peaceful child returns and life goes on, right? Not always.

What happens if challenging behaviors linger, or even get worse? Your child may have Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD). If treatment is not received, the conflict in your household could escalate, and problematic behaviors could continue into adulthood, causing relationship issues and even legal trouble. It is important to seek treatment if you think your child may have ODD.

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How to Reset Your Family's Screen Time After the Pandemic

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During the pandemic, adults and children dramatically increased their screen time, often out of necessity. Now that U.S. cities have opened back up again and schools will likely welcome students in person in the fall, you may wonder whether now is the time to help your family recalibrate how screens fit into your life. But it can feel overwhelming to begin to nurture new habits. If you want to change your family's screen use patterns, consider these strategies to take small steps forward.

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American Rescue Plan Provides Cash Payments to Families With Children

The White House recently announced that qualifying American families with children will begin receiving direct cash payments in July under a new child benefit created by the American Rescue Plan.

The recent legislation, designed to help low and middle-income families, increased the maximum annual credit from $2,000 per child (under age 17) in 2020 to $3,000 per child (under age 18) or $3,600 (children younger than six years) for 2021. While the 2020 credit was partially refundable, the 2021 credit is fully refundable. In addition, half of the 2021 annual child tax credit will be distributed to eligible taxpayers in advance payments from July to December 2021.

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Share Your Voice as a Caregiver of a Youth in Residential Treatment

Are you the primary caregiver of a youth born after 1997 who entered residential treatment before March 2020? Were you the primary caregiver of this child or adolescent for at least six months prior to their entry in to residential treatment? If so, the University of Maryland School of Social Work wants to hear about your experiences!

The University of Maryland School of Social Work is conducting a research study on how caregivers experience their role in decision-making related to mental health service access before and during youth placement in residential treatment. The study consists of one 60-minute phone interview.

Participants will receive a $25 Amazon gift card. If you are interested in participating, please contact [email protected]

mailto:[email protected]

or call 240-548-3749 to schedule an interview.



Get Connected With Our Online Support Groups

MCF now offers many online support groups

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to provide a safe space for you to learn, share and receive compassionate help. All are facilitated by trained Family Peer Support Specialists who have dealt with similar challenges in their own families. Current groups are available for:

Parents and caregivers of children with behavioral health challenges

Young adults ages 18-26 with behavioral health challenges

Anyone who cares for a person with a substance use issue (alcohol or drugs)

Parents who have lost a child to overdose

Anyone who cares for a person struggling with problem gambling

Groups are free for all participants and are held on different days of the week and different times of day. Find one or more that can work for you and join us soon!

Find a Support Group

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Also online:

Why In-Home Crisis Stabilization for Kids is Integral to the Mental Health Crisis

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Drug Overdoses Killed a Record Number of Americans in 2020, Jumping by Nearly 30 Percent

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Hogan Announces Appointees to New Juvenile Services Education Board

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Upcoming Trainings & Events:

Puppets in the Park (for Howard County Families)

Join other parents and caregivers of children with behavioral health challenges for some outdoor playtime fun! Learn about the benefits of peer support and get information about resources in your community. Children will enjoy time to play and take home a free finger puppet set with story time ideas.

When: Wednesday, July 28

Time: 4:00 to 5:00 PM

Where: Meadowbrook Park, Long Gate Playground, 5001 Meadowbrook Lane, Ellicott City

For more information, contact Nina Guth at [email protected]

mailto:[email protected]

or 443-610-0483

​​Family Resource Day (for Baltimore City and Baltimore County Families)

Join us outside MCF's Baltimore City Office as we share local community resources with families and neighbors. Learn about local food pantries, shelters, therapy services and more, and get help with applications for SSI and DDA benefits.

When: Thursday, July 29

Time: 3:00 to 6:00 PM

Where: 2701 North Charles Street, Baltimore

For more information, contact Quiana White at [email protected]

mailto:[email protected]

or 443-878-3115.

For a complete list of upcoming workshops and events, please visit our events page.

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MCF Employment Opportunities

MCF is growing, and we have employment opportunities that might be perfect for you or someone you know! We currently have job openings for:

Statewide/Central Office:

Director of Human Resources

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Substance Use OR Mental Health, including involvement with the Department of Juvenile Services

Family Peer Support Specialist, Lower Shore

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Family Peer Support Specialist

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, Wicomico County

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Mental Health

Family Peer Support Specialist, Prince George's & Montgomery Counties

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Family Peer Support Specialist, Western Maryland

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Substance Use/Problem Gambling

Family Peer Support Specialist, Lower Shore

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Early Childhood, Mental Health

Family Peer Support Specialist, C

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entral Maryland

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Family Peer Support Specialist, Midshore

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Kinship Navigator:

Kinship Peer Support Specialist, Frederick County

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Click here for a complete list of employment opportunities

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Maryland Coalition of Families (MCF) helps families who care for someone with behavioral health needs. Using personal experience as parents, caregivers, youth and other loved ones, we connect, support and empower Maryland’s families. Our staff provide one-to-one support to parents and caregivers of young people with mental health issues and to any loved one who cares for someone with a substance use or gambling issue.



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