Marriage counseling that Heals in Frederick, MD. Restore Your Relationship.

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Frederick is one of the best cities in the action-packed state of Maryland for families with children and teenagers of all ages. Start your day off by taking a relaxing horse buggy ride down the historic part of the town with the Tour & Carriage Company. Then, grab your children and teenagers for a nice ice experience at Skate Frederick. Here your family can also enjoy playing a variety of video games. A highly unique attraction within the area includes the Candelight Ghost Tours of Frederick. This attraction allows you to walk around the city and bring the historic city to life, making it interesting for children, teenagers, and adults alike.¹ The city also features a summer concert series annually during the month of July. The Children's Museum of Rose Hill Manor provides access to hands-on, interactive exhibits great for your family's entertainment and education. Arcade Bowling Lanes and Regal Westview Stadium 16 are two other locations in town available for your family's entertainment.

Marriage and Family Mental Health in Frederick

The Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services offers support programs that help teenage parents develop the skills required to effectively raise their children. The groups are facilitated by the Montgomery County Public Schools and include information about child development, building healthy relationships, and steps to take to prevent another teen pregnancy. Groups meet during the school day so teen parents can easily learn valuable information, share their experiences, and offer support to one another. For information about this program, call 240-777-1570.²

Families who have an older family member can procure many support services for their loved one through the Frederick County Department of Social Services. The county will provide in-home assistance to low-income seniors at little or no cost. Their programs seek to stabilize physical health and promote good mental health so older residents can continue to live safely and happily in their own home. Meal preparation and housekeeping services are offered, as well as social support programs that facilitate mental wellbeing.³ The county offers community-based services as well. Senior Centers provide a place to get a hot meal, enjoy educational and recreational programs, and spend time with other seniors socializing. Health screenings and other programs ensure older residents are functioning at an optimal level.⁴ For more details about these services, call the Department of Social Services at 301-600-2635 or the Department of Aging at 301-600-1605.

Family Services and Assistance Programs

Lutheran Social Services is committed to providing hope to vulnerable families in the Frederick area by offering a variety of programs that support positive family growth. Families who wish to take in a foster or adopted child can participate in training and support programs that help them prepare to meet the child's physical, emotional, and social needs. The organization also offers camps for youth who have been impacted by or infected with HIV/AIDS. These camps provide children with an opportunity to have fun and be kids, while getting valuable mental health services from on-site staff. Families touched by natural disasters can also rely on Lutheran Social Services to provide necessities such as food and clothing, but also for crisis intervention services to deal with the immense emotional trauma disasters can inflict. Contact Lutheran Social Services at 703-698-5026 to inquire about these programs.⁵

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References

1. Maryland Ghost Tours. (2017). Candlelight Ghost Tours. Retrieved from http://www.marylandghosttours.com/History_KNUU.html
2. Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services. (2017). Teen Parent Support Program. Retrieved from http://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/HHS-Program/Program.aspx?id=PHS/PHSTeenParentSup-p294.html
3. Frederick County Department of Social Services. (2010). What is Senior Care? Retrieved from http://www.fcdss.info/seniorcare.htm
4. Frederick County Department of Aging. (2017). Senior Programs and Initiatives. Retrieved from http://www.frederickcountymd.gov/documents/13/Senior%20Programs%20and%20Initiatives%20030413_201303041142376041.pdf
5. Lutheran Social Services. (2017). Programs and Services. Retrieved from http://lssnca.org/programs/

Frederick is located in Frederick County, Maryland. It has a land area of 23.01 square miles and a water area of 0.18 square miles.  The population of Frederick is 69,479 people with 26,591 households and a median annual income of $64,700. .

Therapy Affordability Meter for Frederick, MD

Generally Affordable

Therapists in Frederick are often within budget with some potential challenges for longer term commitments. Your mental health and well being are a top priority. If accessibility is a concern, ask your counselor about sliding scale fees or inquire about accepted insurance plans. Low cost counseling and affordable therapy are also sometimes offered by listed city and university level clinics, check with your local Frederick public health department.