Allegany County Health Department

Known for its location at the base of the Appalachian Mountains, Cumberland, Maryland is also home to the Allegany County Health Department. This local government agency strives to protect the behavioral, physical and environmental health of Allegany County residents.

Whether you can live at home and attend treatment or require ongoing support, they provide accessible care options to meet your needs. You can access residential and outpatient addiction treatment programs to meet you at any recovery stage.

You can participate in proven interventions including assessments, evaluations, group, individual, and family counseling, treatment planning and more. They accept outpatient care walk ins and provide language services in Spanish and Chinese.

For me, their gambling services really stood out. Gambling addiction is often overlooked but it can be just as harmful as drugs and alcohol. You’ll benefit from tailored care to change your behaviors and gain coping skills for long term recovery.

Another great feature that caught my eye was their harm reduction services. You can participate in naloxone training to learn how to prevent overdoses.

They also provide medication assisted treatment (MAT) with buprenorphine to manage withdrawal symptoms and cravings. That way you can get to the root of addiction without dealing with the physical symptoms of quitting substances.

I also like that they offer nutritional services. Focusing on your nutrition can improve your physical health and help your body heal faster. You can then take these new healthy habits to fuel your journey after treatment.

Lastly, I think their services for people in the criminal justice system seem wonderful. You can access a specialized substance abuse program to help you reach recovery and prevent recidivism.