As our son matured into toddlerhood, MHA continued to supply us with new ideas and ways of encouraging his curiosity. And as a bilingual household. it was important to have opportunities in English and Spanish…

When Lanie first became a mom, everyone told her how happy she’d be. But honestly? She was overwhelmed. When the time came to start exploring child care options, she felt lost, and the anxiety and “mom guilt” creep in. That’s when MHA was there.

At the heart of the Mental Health Association of Frederick County’s Building Resilient Families (BRF) program is a simple but powerful mission: to help families impacted by incarceration, substance use, or involvement in the child welfare system find stability, connection, and the tools to thrive. Mindy’s story is a testament to that mission and to what’s possible when compassion, determination, and the proper support come together.