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The Children’s Mental Health Matters!

For more than 25 years the Children’s Mental Health Matters Campaign has organized events, awareness tools, and media to raise awareness of the importance of children’s mental health. Campaign brings together non-profits, schools, and other agencies with the following goals: raising public awareness of the importance of children’s mental health and substance use, helping reduce the stigma of menta

l health, and connecting families, educators and providers throughout Maryland with resources to help children. The Maryland Coalition of Families and the Mental Health Association of Maryland work together to coordinate the Campaign across the state. We encourage you to join our campaign along with schools and organizations as a School or Community Champion to share our resources, events and other updates, as well as participate in raising awareness and encouraging resiliency among Maryland’s children.

08/10/2026

Mental health begins in the earliest years of life, laying the foundation for a child’s development, relationships and lifelong well-being.

Join our webinar on August 25 from 11:30AM -12:30PM to learn about the importance of infant and early childhood mental health, how families and caregivers can support healthy development, and practical strategies and resources that can help children thrive.

Register here: https://events.mhamd.org/en/o0HUhk6/g/nYcE1YRwB5/82526-building-healthy-foundations-why-early-childhood-mental-health-matters-5a3LRcX30i1/overview

08/08/2026

Summer is a great time to encourage children to explore and express their emotions.

Our free "Today I Feel" coloring sheet gives children a creative way to identify how they're feeling and can help start meaningful conversations with parents, caregivers, and other trusted adults.

Download your free printable:https://www.childrensmentalhealthmatters.org/files/2019/11/Today-I-Feel.pdf

08/06/2026

Men’s mental health is shaped by the experiences, relationships, and patterns that influence how men connect, heal, and show up for themselves and others.

Join us on August 20 from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. for Two Unique Perspectives on Men’s Mental Health, featuring Eugene Schneeberg of Fathers Forward and Dr. Christopher L. Maith Sr. of The Family Tree, to explore emotional wellness, authentic connection, fatherhood, and breaking generational cycles to build healthier legacies.

Register here: https://events.mhamd.org/en/o0HUhk6/g/Xy6XEC15EG/82026-two-unique-perspectives-on-mens-mental-health-5a3LRcWTXdt/overview

08/04/2026

Don't wait to find out if you qualify for Medicaid.

Having health coverage can help you access the care and support you and your family need.

Watch the video, then visit https://getmedicaidmd.org/ to check your eligibility and learn how to apply.

07/31/2026

As Bebe Moore Campbell National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month comes to a close, let's remember that supporting BIPOC mental health doesn't end with July.

Mental health is deeply personal, and the support that works best should reflect each person's unique needs, culture, and lived experiences. Whether you're looking for information, tools, or culturally responsive resources, help is available.

Explore Mental Health America's BIPOC Mental Health Resource Toolkit:https://mhanational.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/2026-BIPOC-Toolkit-Resource-List.pdf

Let's continue building more good days, together.

07/30/2026

Summer offers children a chance to rest, play, and grow, but it can also be an opportunity to support their mental and emotional wellbeing.

Without the structure of the school year, simple routines and realistic goals can help children build confidence, develop healthy habits, and feel supported throughout the summer.

By encouraging small, meaningful goals, parents and caregivers can help children strengthen their emotional wellbeing while making the most of summer break.

Learn more about supporting your child's mental health this summer: https://childmind.org/article/strategies-for-a-successful-summer-break/

07/29/2026

Become a certified Youth Mental Health First Aid Instructor and help create a healthier, more supportive future for Maryland's young people. By training others in your community, you can equip adults who work with youth to recognize, understand, and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges in adolescents. Youth Mental Health First Aid is designed for adults who support youth ages 10–18, including educators, coaches, parents, youth-serving professionals, and community leaders.

Upcoming Youth Mental Health First Aid Instructor Training:

August 11–13: https://events.mhamd.org/en/g/z1062ST90d/aug-11-13-2026-youth-mental-health-first-aid-instructor-training-5a3LRcVfGII/overview

Instructor certification is $1,800. Grant funding may be available to cover the full cost for those planning to train youth-serving organizations, faith communities, non-English-speaking or limited-English-proficiency populations, higher education settings, first responders, or veteran-serving organizations.

To learn whether you qualify for grant funding, contact [email protected].

Help empower the adults who support young people every day, and be part of building a more mentally healthy Maryland.

07/28/2026

Raising a family comes with a lot of questions, and you don't have to navigate them alone.

Maryland offers a variety of free and low-cost resources for expectant parents and families with young children, including nutrition programs, child care assistance, developmental supports, and more.

Explore programs designed to support your family's health, well-being, and future success: https://f.mtr.cool/efdgevesrq

07/27/2026

Some of the best summer memories come from the simplest moments.

Whether it's reading a book together, playing outside, or sharing what made you smile today, everyday activities can help support children's mental health and strengthen family connections.

Which activity will your family check off first?

07/24/2026

Today is International Self-Care Day.

Taking care of yourself is an important part of supporting your overall well-being. Find a few moments today to do something that helps you feel rested, connected, or recharged. Every small step counts.

How are you practicing self-care today?

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