Grasonville Health Services

11/22/2025

From MD DoH:

RELEASE: The Maryland Department of Health announces the first cold-related illness death of the season and reminds Marylanders to follow safety tips, including wearing layers, accessing warming centers, and using caution when using heat sources. Learn more: bit.ly/3LTrYOy.

11/20/2025

A lot of people are terrified for their first MAT appointment because they think it’s going to be judgment, lectures, or a bunch of hoops. The unknown can also be scary & emotional. But it is really not like that at all, nor does it have to be that way. Here at GHS, we try to make the process comfortable, dignified, respectful, & easy.

Here’s what actually happens:

- A simple check-in
- Vitals + quick withdrawal assessment
- A REAL conversation about what you need
- A treatment plan for whatever fits you
- First dose in-office so you feel better safely
- Follow-up & resources so you’re supported, not alone

Most people walk out feeling more like themselves than they have in a long time. Many report feeling like they’ve finally felt “heard,” in regards to the healthcare system & the attached stigma.

If anyone wants more info or needs help getting started, message us. No shame. No pressure. Just help when you’re ready. 💜

☎️ (410) 413-7880
📌 101 Drummer Drive
Grasonville MD 21638

Open M-F 5:30am to 12:30pm; No appointments required❤️

Walking into a MAT clinic for the first time can feel scary as hell, especially with all the rumors, stigma, & misinformation floating around. Lots of people imagine clipboards, lectures, very clinical setting & being judged the second they walk through the door. But the truth? Your first MAT appoin...

11/20/2025

Today!

Sure to be an informative webinar!

On Thursday, 11/20, our team is hosting a public webinar to provide an overview of how Rx opioid settlement funds are used in Maryland!

Registration is not required – all are welcome to attend.

Learn more at https://stopoverdose.maryland.gov/events/

11/20/2025

Since misinformation is abound, we’ll state it again. Fentanyl is not airborne, nor can you OD by touching it. Medical pharmacy grade fentanyl patches are specifically formulated to deliver the medication over several hours.

In response to the September 22nd White House press conference announcement linking autism to maternal acetaminophen use during pregnancy, the American College of Medical Toxicology (ACMT) affirms the safety of acetaminophen in pregnancy and calls for an evidence-based approach to the search for cau...

11/20/2025

Sharing a great local resource for anyone who loves someone struggling with substance use💜 Thanks to Not My Child for holding these sessions.

“Choose Hope” is a support group for families, partners, & friends who need a safe space to connect, talk, & not feel alone. It’s run by Not My Child in partnership with the Queen Anne’s County Library; While not hosted by GHS, we still fully support what they’re doing for the community.

If you’re carrying the weight of loving someone in active use, you don’t have to do it by yourself. This group is a solid place to start❤️

📅 Meets the first Tuesday of every month
📍 Kent Island Library, Stevensville
⏰ Next meeting: Dec 2nd, 6–7pm

11/20/2025

Please join Not My Child for a workshop for loved ones of individuals struggling with substance use.

The holidays can be an emotional time — especially for families affected by substance use. Join us for a warm, encouraging evening led by Dr. Anne Bach-Starling, PhD, LPC, NCC, who will share practical ways to balance love, self-care, and realistic expectations this season.

📅 Monday, November 17, 2025
🕠 5:30–7:00 PM
📍 Kent Island Branch, Queen Anne’s County Library
200 Library Circle, Stevensville, MD

This FREE Not My Child workshop, offered through our Choose Hope program & through at partnership with the Queen Anne's County Library. It includes interactive activities, tips for setting healthy boundaries, & reminders that joy & connection can still be part of the healing journey. Light holiday fare & festive refreshments will be served.

✨ Let’s find peace, perspective, & *hope* together this holiday season. ✨

Learn more about Not My Child’s programs at https://notmychildinc.org

For questions, contact Laura Reno at notmychildrenojr@gmail.com

11/18/2025

Sometimes the holidays bring out the best in people, & sometimes they bring out the stress, the triggers, the loneliness, & the old habits we’ve been trying to break. I just want to remind folks that Grasonville Health Services is here for you through all of it — not just when things look perfect on paper.

If you’re trying to stay steady in your recovery, dealing with cravings, or just feeling overwhelmed, you don’t have to go through it alone. MAT is support. Structure is support. Having someone to talk to is support. And there’s zero shame in needing any of it — especially this time of year.

We’re here with medication management, counseling, & real people who actually listen & don’t judge. Whether you’re brand-new to recovery or you’ve been doing this for years, you deserve help that respects you and meets you where you’re at.

If you ever feel like you’re slipping, or you just need someone to point you in the right direction, reach out. We’ll walk with you through the hard days, the holidays, and everything in between.

You matter here: more than you know❤️

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11/13/2025

I came across an article that really hit home about how some Baltimore media coverage might actually be making the OD crisis worse instead of helping. We saw this in the beginning with them publishing information about it being a so-called “new drug” & even being cut with Freon: both things we know not to be true. Had they actually spoken to workers on the frontlines, like harm reduction workers & outreach workers, or even people who actually use these substances: they may have been more accurate on the situation at hand and describing it as such.

At Grasonville Health Services, we see firsthand what happens when people are scared to ask for help because of how addiction gets talked about.
It’s easy to judge when you’ve never been there, but the truth is: addiction doesn’t care who you are, where you live, or what you believe in. It’s hit every family in one way or another.

Sometimes the way things are shown on TV or social media makes it worse. It can make people feel like they’ll be looked down on or treated like criminals instead of human beings who need help. And that’s not how we fix this.

Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) works. People do recover when they’re met with understanding, not shame.
That’s exactly what we do here at GHS: meet folks where they are, help them get steady, & walk with them through the process.

If you or someone you care about is struggling, please reach out. There’s no judgement here: just real help, from people who care. We are open Monday through Friday 5:30 AM to 12:30 PM. No appointments needed!

+1 (410) 413-7880
https://communityrhs.com
101 Drummer Drive
Grasonville MD 21638

Experts say coverage in Baltimore has spread misinformation and steered a city struggling with the overdose crisis toward police crackdowns.

11/13/2025

Great free virtual class

Addiction counselors and behavioral health professionals — join us for a free virtual CE event on Ethics on December 2 from 1–4 PM CST. Don’t miss this opportunity to grow your skills while earning CE credit. https://bit.ly/3JUNr9f
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11/12/2025

Talbot County residents:

Nicole's Promise is here to bring Christmas joy to children and teens in our community who've lost a parent to addiction.

In partnership with the Talbot County Sheriff's Office, this program honors Nicole's memory by supporting young people through one of life's toughest challenges. Eligible children (age 17 and younger) will shop with a deputy, wrap presents, and share cookies together, creating moments of hope and connection during the holidays.

Any Talbot County child who has lost a parent to substances can participate. The program closes at noon on December 14th.

Ready to help a young person smile this season? Email director@gracestreetrecovery.org for more details.

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11/12/2025

Our sister clinic in Cecil County is still looking for counselors! If you’re interested, please reach out to our director Kristy below. Come join the team!

KristyC@communityrhs.com