Officers Train to Fight Mental Health Crisis
Sgt. Michael Boyer, Correctional Officer 1st Class Michael Labanowski, Jr, Correctional Officer Melissa Dodson, and Correctional Officer 1st Class Nick Alioto were among the attendees of Critical Intervention Team training, which focuses on dealing with residents who may be experiencing a mental health crisis.
Sheriff’s Office, Young Marines Host Event on Addiction
The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office and the Southern Maryland Young Marine Units collaborated to offer the first local screening of “Chasing the Dragon,” a documentary about opioid and heroin addiction, on Oct. 18.
Walden Offers Services to Stop Cycle of Violence
October was Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and Walden Behavioral Health is reminding Southern Maryland residents that the organization is ready and willing to help when needed.
Raising Awareness of Domestic Violence
The St. Mary’s County commissioners proclaimed October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month in the county. They are hoping to bring increased awareness of this problem to the citizens of St. Mary’s County, and they work with several local agencies to do so, including Walden Behavioral Health.
‘Chasing the Dragon’ Teaches About Opioid Abuse
St. Mary’s County citizens have seen far too much of the devastating impact of drug addiction. To help educate the community about the dangers of opioid use and addition, the Federal Bureau of Investigation and Drug Enforcement Administration have created a documentary called “Chasing the Dragon” that is available for viewing, with help from Walden.
Walden Raises Awareness of Drug Overdoses
In early September, Walden invited members of the community to participate in International Overdose Awareness Day by walking a complicated maze, encouraging inner reflection and peace. The event, held at Beacon of Hope, was attended by the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office as well as members of the community.
Beacon of Hope Block Party Sunday
Come out to Beacon of Hope in Lexington Park, MD, Sept. 25, 2016, to enjoy fun, food, information, and giveaways in celebration of National Recovery Month. Walden’s annual Community Block Party runs from 2 to 5 pm, rain or shine.
Join Walden at Fed Up! Rally
Let your voice be heard in Washington, DC, and become a part of the fight against opioid addiction and overdose. Walden is sponsoring a coach bus for members of the community who want to attend the Fed Up! Rally on Sunday, Sept. 18, 2016, on Capitol Hill.
Walden Plans Overdose Awareness Event
Walden will offer an overdose awareness event, Be the Light, and a candlelight gathering on Sept. 2 in Lexington Park.
Stars Are Out to Support Walden Sierra
Walden Sierra’s The Stars Are Out Tonight is the organization’s third fundraising evening of strolling entertainment to bolster the nonprofit agency’s services. It will be held Friday, Sept. 23, 2016, at Olde Breton Inn at 21890 Society Hill Road in Leonardtown. The event will begin at 7 p.m.
