Frequently Asked Questions

If you have questions, call us Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-4:30 PM ET at 410-222-7858.

If you are in crisis and need immediate help, call our Warmline 24/7 at 410-768-5522

You can get help if you need mental health care and have Medicaid. In some cases, you also may be able to get help if you have limited income, are not privately insured, and cannot get Medicaid, however, you may have to pay for some of the cost of your care.

To find out if you qualify, contact us at 410-222-7858.

SOAR Assistance
SSI/SSDI Outreach, Access, and Recovery (SOAR) is a national program designed to increase access to the disability income benefit programs administered by the Social Security Administration (SSA) for eligible applicants who are experiencing or at risk of homelessness and have a serious mental illness, medical impairment, and/or a co-occurring substance use disorder.

For information about SOAR Eligibility, please call 410-222-7858 or email us at aac-lbha-connect@aacounty.org

The Anne Arundel County Mental Health Agency (AACMHA) can help connect you with the following types of services:

Crisis Help
If you are feeling overwhelmed by your problems, call our Warmline 24/7 at 410-768-5522.  We can also be reached Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-4:30 PM ET at 410-222-7858

Case Management
If you qualify for public mental health services, you may be assigned a case manager who will work with you to determine what services you need and help you get them. Your case manager will follow your care to make sure that you are receiving the services you need.

Outpatient Therapy
AACMHA can help you access individual, family and group therapy.

Residential Rehabilitation
Whenever possible, AACMHA tries to help people obtain treatment on an outpatient basis, but for individuals with serious mental health problems a residential program may be necessary. If you require this type of care, one of the county's high quality residential programs can provide housing and intensive therapy.

Full/Partial Hospitalization
If you are facing a crisis, a short-term hospitalization or a day program may help you deal with immediate problems.

Supported Housing
AACHMA funds a variety of supported living programs designed to help individuals with mental health problems successfully transition toward fully independent living.

SOAR Assistance
SSI/SSDI Outreach, Access, and Recovery (SOAR) is a national program designed to increase access to the disability income benefit programs administered by the Social Security Administration (SSA) for eligible applicants who are experiencing or at risk of homelessness and have a serious mental illness, medical impairment, and/or a co-occurring substance use disorder.

For more information about SOAR, call 410-222-7858 or email aac-lbha-connect@aacounty.org.

Respite Services
Caring for a person with serious mental health problems can at times be overwhelming. Respite services are designed to provide caregivers with temporary breaks that will help them to continue providing care over the long-term.

Vocational Services
AACMHA is working to establish stronger links between psychiatric rehabilitation programs and community employers to increase the number of job opportunities available for people with mental health problems.

Mobile Crisis Teams
Our mobile crisis teams provide immediate care for people with mental health problems who are in crisis. The team provides treatment and other services until long-term therapy can be arranged.

Same-Day and Next Day Appointments are available for Behavioral Health Urgent Care at:

Arundel Lodge at Luminis Health Urgent Care Center

443-590-3224

Hospital Pavilion 
2001 Medical Parkway               
Annapolis, MD 21401

Hours of Operation: 

Monday-Friday

9:00 AM-9:00 PM ET

The Anne Arundel County Department of Health's Road to Recovery Program provides outpatient treatment to adults with opioid use disorder. The program offers methadone, buprenorphine and naltrexone, in combination with individual, group, and family counseling to best support clients on their path towards recovery.

The treatment program also includes drug and alcohol education; urinalysis testing; medical exams; screenings for tuberculosis, hepatitis, and HIV, along with referrals to peer support specialists and other services as needed. The Road to Recovery Clinics are all accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) International.

Anne Arundel County residents who have been or are dependent on opioids should call to find out if they are eligible for treatment. Based on screening information, some residents may be linked to other providers in order to meet their needs. Fees for services are determined by insurance eligibility.

The Road to Recovery Program has two locations:

Road to Recovery (North)
Behavioral Health Building
122 North Langley Road, Suite B
Glen Burnie, MD 21060
Call: 410-222-0100

Road to Recovery (South)
711 Bestgate Road
Annapolis, MD 21401
Call: 410-222-6001

The Anne Arundel County Chapter of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) hosts support groups, including:

  • NAMI Connection: a support group for people with mental health conditions.
  • NAMI Family Support Group: a support group for family members, significant others and friends of people with mental health conditions.

For more information, visit the NAMI Anne Arundel website, or:

Call: (443) 995-2222

Email: info@namiaac.org


The Maryland Coalition of Families offers virtual support groups including:

  • Life in Motion: a support group for those who have a loved one with substance use challenges.
  • Clearer Skies: a support group to connect with other parents and caregivers of children with behavioral health challenges.
  • Alone Together: a support group for young adults 18-26 years.
  • Our Healing Hearts: a grief support group for parents who have lost a child to overdose.
  • Kin Connections: a support group to learn strategies for kinship parenting, address the challenges, and learn about the changing dynamics of kinship families. 

For more information, visit the Maryland Coalition of Families website, or:

Call: (410) 730-8267

Email: info@mdcoalition.org