GUIDE TO COMMUNITY SERVICES 2019in Howard County AGING | ARTS | DISABILITY | EDUCATION | EMPLOYMENT | ENVIRONMENT HEALTH | HOUSING | IMMIGRATION | MENTAL HEALTH | TRANSPORTATION 9770 PATUXENT WOODS DR SUITE 301 THE how COLUMBIA, MD 21046 IN HOWARD 443-518-7705 COUNTY www.acshoco.org HopeWorks’ mission is to support and advocate for people in Howard County HopeWorks of Howard County affected by sexual and intimate partner violence and to engage the community in 9770 Patuxent Woods Drive creating the change required for violence prevention. Services include shelter, Suite 300 counseling, advocacy, legal information/support, prevention workshops, trainings Columbia, MD 21046 for professionals and volunteer opportunities. Office: 410- 997 - 0304 wearehopeworks.org 24-Hour Helpline: 410 - 997- 2272 Our Members Make a Difference We– Make it Easier This guide will help you find the information, knowledge and ACS has been the expertise that exists among ACS members; and make the kind of single, most valuable meaningful connections with the services they provide. A listing resource for Points of in this guide is one of the many benefits of ACS membership. Hope as an emerging nonprofit. Through ACS, we've WE ARE THE how IN HOWARD COUNTY. been able to partner with other Howard County nonprofits that CATEGORIES OF SERVICES serve communities who can benefit A categorical list of services begins on page 7. from the treatments we provide. Consult this if you are looking for support for: – SaraBeth Dukes, Board President and • Clients Founder of Points of Hope, Inc. • Co-workers • Yourself • Family members The ACS Guide • Friends has helped us build • New residents of Howard County meaningful connections and foster collaborative ALPHABETICAL LISTING OF ORGANIZATIONS relationships that will ultimately An alphabetical listing of organizations begins on page 11. lead to greater community impact. Search through these pages if you already know about – Brenda Ulman, Program Director, the helpful services our members provide. Safe Families for Children, Building Families for Children ENGLISH AND FOREIGN LANGUAGE CRISIS RESOURCES For Howard County residents needing information in English, Spanish, Korean and Chinese, you will find translations We order 2,500 copies into these languages beginning on page 27. Please post in of the ACS Guide each key locations and encourage reproductions as needed. year to distribute to staff, board members, prospective foster and adoptive parents. They are also used by staff on home visits and are available We support Howard County throughout all common areas ACS nonprofits in the achievement of their in our office. It is a wonderful Mission missions because strong nonprofits resource for those we serve. improve the quality of life for all. – Linda Zumbrun, Assistant Director, Community Initiatives, Howard County Department of Social Services If there are any errors or omissions in this publication, please accept our apologies and inform ACS at 443-518-7705 or email [email protected]. www.acshoco.org | 443-518-7705 3 2019 Premiere Events CRITICAL CONVERSATIONS AFFECTING HOWARD COUNTY ACS is grateful for the dedication, Meet government and legislative officials. Hear what they guidance and financial support are doing to address key issues facing residents of Howard provided by these individuals – because we can’t do it alone! County – and offer input on the issues you care about most. • Conversations with Candidates ACS Board • Conversation with the HCPSS Superintendent of Directors • Conversation with the State Delegation • Conversation with the County Council OFFICERS • Conversation with the County Executive President: Grace Morris Heritage Housing Partners Corp. NONPROFIT MANAGEMENT – IN PARTNERSHIP President-Elect: Jennifer Pollitt Hill HopeWorks WITH MARYLAND NONPROFITS Vice President: Priscilla Reaver Howard County Public School System • Advocacy 101 Treasurer: Bruce Fulton • Board Excellence Neighbor Ride • Evaluation Outcomes and Measurement Secretary: Rebecca Bowman • Introduction to the Standards for Excellence Howard County Department of Community Resources and Services, Consumer Protection MENTORING Immediate Past President: Cliff Hughes Community Advocate ACS annually offers a mentoring program for members who are new nonprofit executives or who are relatively new to DIRECTORS their roles or organizations. Less experienced members are Valerie Barnard Columbia Association paired with other members who are seasoned professionals Karen Butler who impart their knowledge and experience while guiding Howard County Department of Social Services mentees to achieve their professional and personal goals. Jeff Callahan Athelas Institute, Inc. EXECUTIVE TO EXECUTIVE Jessica Gorsky Carney, Kelehan, Bresler, Bennett, & Scherr, LLP ACS hosts free quarterly forums for Executive Directors only Lisa Jablonover Community Advocate from member organizations to get together to share and learn Phyllis Madachy from each other. It is a great opportunity for EDs to meet Community Advocate with their peers to confidentially discuss items, issues, and Tracy Novak best practices that all nonprofit Executive Directors share. Howard County General Hospital Cynthia Parr The Arc of Howard County Cyndi Rogers Winter Growth, Inc. Melissa Rosenberg Howard County Autism Society Laura Salganik Community Advocate Mike Speegle New Hope Seventh-day Adventist Church 2019 ACS HUMANITARIAN AWARDS Come recognize individuals who give selflessly to make Howard County a better place to live. Plan to attend the 45th ACS Humanitarian Awards on Thursday, May 2, 2019. DESIGN AND PRODUCTION Custom Media Options www.custommediaoptions.com These premiere events are held annually, some dates and times may change. Please consult our website, www.acshoco.org for registration and information. 4 ASSOCIATION OF COMMUNITY SERVICES OF HOWARD COUNTY | 2019 Opportunities to Become Involved Community Advocates Every day... Become part of a ACS’ efforts are dedicated to improving the lives of Howard special ACS team that County residents. We are the premiere organization for keeps abreast of our connecting you with community thought leaders and progress…keeps others cutting edge information so you can effectively lead informed…and selflessly your organization or cause. Our members include: contributes time and • Nonprofit organizations and government agencies talent where needed. • Businesses (Associate Member) ◗ Ron Carlson • Individuals (Community Advocate) ◗ Terri Carpenter • Supporting Partners ◗ Brad Closs ◗ Mike Couch OTHER WAYS YOU CAN BECOME INVOLVED: ◗ Michele Crosby ◗ • Attend ACS meetings and training events to Laurie Diener ◗ connect with other like-minded individuals Jackie Eng ◗ • Volunteer to serve on an ACS Committee Lori Fuchs ◗ Jessica Gorsky • Help us honor our Humanitarians ◗ Cliff Hughes ◗ Lisa Jablonover LOOKING FORWARD… ◗ Deb Jung As a member, our commitment is to: ◗ Grace Kubofcik (1) provide you with the information and ◗ Stan Levi knowledge that is relevant to your needs ◗ Carole MacPhee (2) help you make connections that are relevant, ◗ Phyllis Madachy worthwhile and purposeful in nature with ◗ Tom Meachum other members and professionals ◗ Lois Mikkila ◗ Jean Moon Membership is about you. Every membership ◗ Judy Pittman is customized...as it should be. ◗ Saif Rehman ◗ Bill Salganik LET US SHOW YOU how. ◗ Laura Salganik ◗ Jim Sanders For more information about membership, go to ◗ Joe Willmott www.acshoco.org or call us at 443-518-7705. Crisis > Crisis Resources in English: p. 27 Resources > Recursos en español para casos de crisis p. 28 in English, Spanish, > 응급시에 필요한 정보 p. 29 Korean and Chinese: > 中文紧急求救联系电话 p. 30 www.acshoco.org | 443-518-7705 5 to ourThanks Supporting Partners GOLD Every new idea learned at a meeting, every meaningful connection made with other members, and every insight gained from contacting staff is SILVER made possible in part because of their willingness to serve as Supporting Partners. Their commitment to advancing our mission in Howard County has widespread impact. For it is in our collective efforts through ACS to empower ourselves and our members professionally that we better BRONZE serve the citizens of our County. Please join me when you see representatives from our Athelas Institute, Inc. Supporting Partners in offering our heartfelt thank you. These organizations represent the true spirit of partnership and community IN KIND in Howard County. – Grace Morris, ACS President 6 ASSOCIATION OF COMMUNITY SERVICES OF HOWARD COUNTY | 2019 Services by Category ABUSE: PHYSICAL, ARTS ◗ First Evangelical Lutheran Church of Ellicott City, p. 14 DOMESTIC, SEXUAL ◗ Columbia Center for ◗ Girls on the Run of Central ◗ Theatrical Arts, p. 12 Elmanda Maima Boakai Maryland, p. 16 Foundation, Inc., p. 14 ◗ HC DrugFree, p. 16 ◗ Family & Children’s Services, p. 14 ASSOCIATIONS ◗ Howard County Autism ◗ HopeWorks of Howard County, p. 16 ◗ Alzheimer’s Association, Greater Society, p. 16 ◗ DCRS – Office of Human Maryland Chapter, p. 11 ◗ Howard County Department Trafficking Prevention, p. 17 ◗ Association of Community of Community Resources ◗ The Jacaranda Center for Family and Services, p. 11 and Services, p. 17 Youth Development., Inc., p. 21 ◗ Chinese American Parent ◗ HowGirlsCode, p. 18 ◗ Korean Community Service Center Association, p. 12 ◗ Humanim, p. 18 of Greater Washington, Inc., p. 21 ◗ Columbia Association, p. 12 ◗ Islamic Leadership Institute ◗ Maryland Nonprofits, p. 22 of America, p. 21 ADDICTION AND ◗ The Jacaranda Center