Nutrition
CATCH MVP
The Coordinated Approach To Child Health (CATCH) has created a list of family practices to help become a CATCH MVPView ResourceCATCH MVP Nutrition Education Video Series
An educational video series on the Coordinated Approach To Childhood HealthView ResourceMyPlate for Kids
Kid friendly resources for eating healthierView ResourceNutrition.gov
A list of interactive websites and gamesView Resource
Immunizations
Where to get Immunizations
Locations to get immunizations for those with or without insuranceView ResourceImmunization Schedule
Recommended vaccinations by ageView ResourceWCHD Immunizations
The Washington County Health Department offers childhood vaccinationsView Resource
Teen Resources
Teen Walk-in Clinic
Free and confidential teen health servicesView ResourceVaping and Lung Health Presentation Video
PowerPoint video on vaping, lung health and Infectious DiseasesView ResourceBecome a Smoke Free Teen
Resources to help your teen become smoke freeView ResourceDrug Use and Effects Activities and Games
Games from the National Institute on Drug Abuse about the effects of drug use on the brainView Resource
Health and Developmental Resources
WCHD Child and Youth with Special Health Care Needs
Joint federal/state and local program that provides a wide range of services designed to address unmet needs for this population.View ResourceDisability Resource Guide
Disability resources in Washington CountyView ResourceWCHD Healthy Families Program
Voluntary home visiting program that provides education on prenatal care, labor and delivery, child development, breastfeeding, and other parenting topics.View ResourceThe Arc of Washington County
Children's services for youth with developmental disabilitiesView ResourceThe Parent’s Place of Maryland
Resources, support, and information for parents of children with disabilities and special health care needsView Resource211 Child & Family Resources
Links to resources for readiness programs, parental support, childcare, family needs: diapers, formula, car seats etc.View ResourceMaryland Coalition of Families
One-to-one support for parents and caregivers is available through an MCF Family Peer Support SpecialistView ResourceEssentials for Parenting Toddlers and Preschoolers
Information from CDC for parents of young childrenView ResourceWashington County Child Fatality Review Team Report 2015-2019
Learn about child deaths in Washington County and safety strategies that can prevent child deaths.View ResourceMaryland Healthy Smiles Program
Dental care is available for children under 21, pregnant women, and former foster youth ages 21-26 through the Maryland Healthy Smiles ProgramView Resource
Infant Health
Safe to Sleep
Safe Sleep information from NIHView ResourceSafe Sleep Academy
Safe Sleep and baby care informationView ResourceCribs for Kids®
Free portable cribs for families who cannot afford a crib and information on Safe SleepView ResourceBreastfeeding
Information about breastfeeding from womenshealth.govView ResourceOnline Understanding Birth
Online course from Meritus HealthView ResourceOnline Understanding Breastfeeding
Online web app from Meritus HealthView ResourceWIC
WIC helps caregivers and children with healthy eating and breastfeedingView ResourceBaby & Me: Tobacco Free Program
A program for soon-to-be mothers who want to quit smoking.View ResourceUnitedHealthcare Healthy First Steps®
The Healthy First Steps program rewards you for seeing your pregnancy care provider to get postpartum and pediatrician care for you and your babyView ResourceSENS Care Team
Free resources for substance exposed newborns from Bester Community of HopeView ResourceCommunity Resource List for Moms
Local resources for new parentsView Resource
Bicycle Safety
Helmet Fitting and Safety
Video and flyer to help you ensure your kid's helmet fits properlyView ResourceBicycle Safety Tips
Multiple resources for parents and kids on bicycle safetyView ResourceBike Safe Play Court
The Washington County Health Department, the YMCA of Hagerstown, and the City of Hagerstown collaborated on this project to provide a safe place for children to learn to ride their bikes.View Resource
COVID-19 Resources
Various resources for virtual learning and masks
PBS Coronavirus Homeschooling Resources for Parents:
You'll find ideas on how kids can continue to learn at home through play and in everyday routines, different ways to offer comfort, and how to care for yourself, too.View ResourceCDC COVID-19 Parental Resource Kits
Resources by age group for ensuring children and young people’s social, emotional, and mental well-being.View ResourceJohn Hopkins COVID-19 Resources for Kids
Child Life specialists and other experts throughout Johns Hopkins Children's Center have come up with resources to share with children and their caregivers.View ResourceAmerican Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry COVID-19 Resources
Talking point, support for parents with children with disabilities, coping techniques for children and parentsView ResourceA Toolkit for Helping Your Child Wear a Mask During COVID-19:
View ResourceHow to Encourage Your Child to Wear a Mask for COVID-19 Protection:
View ResourceMy Hero is You: How kids can fight COVID-19!
Children’s story book released to help children and young people cope with COVID-19View Resource
