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You don't need fancy equipment to grow food—just a little space and the right know-how. Whether you’ve got a sunny windowsill, some patio space, or a patch of soil, you can grow your own food—even if it’s your very first plant. It’s not as complicated as it seems!...

Week 46: Make it normal to talk about the hard stuff. Normalize conversations around drugs, peer pressure, and healthy choices. 👨‍👩‍👧 #52WeeksOfPrevention Shared by Shannon Sexton from the Garrett County Health Department's Health Education & Outreach...

A friendly crew plays pickleball twice a week when the weather is nice! On Wednesday and Friday mornings at 10:00 a.m., they play in Grantsville at the town park on Miller Street. To get on the informal email list for weather cancellations, please send an email to...

🥕 Carrots are a versatile veggie—you can eat them raw or cooked, sweet or savory, chopped or whole. They come in a variety of colors, like orange, purple, and yellow. You can even use them in baked goods! Plus, carrots are packed with immune-boosting vitamins A and K,...

Preguntas? Llámenos al 301-334-7730 para servicios de traducción.Accessibility assistance available at 301-334-7730. Shared by Katie Lucas from the Health Education & Outreach Unit at the Garrett County Health Department

🌱 Gardening with kids grows more than just food—it grows happy, healthy minds! Digging in the dirt can teach patience, boost mental health, and even inspire a love for nature! Plus, it’s the perfect way to bond with your little ones while they learn where their food...

Preguntas? Llámenos al 301-334-7730 para servicios de traducción.Accessibility assistance available at 301-334-7730. Shared by Katie Lucas from the Health Education & Outreach Unit at the Garrett County Health Department

A friendly crew plays pickleball twice a week when the weather is nice! On Wednesday and Friday mornings at 10:00 a.m., they play in Grantsville at the town park on Miller Street. To get on the informal email list for weather cancellations, please send an email to...

Iron helps your blood carry oxygen to all parts of your body so you can move, play, and think clearly. It also keeps your muscles working and helps your body make important hormones! Iron is especially important for growing babies and small children and those who are...

Week 45: Be the influence they need, before they find one they don’t. Talk. Listen. Repeat. 🗣️👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 #52WeeksOfPrevention Shared by Shannon Sexton from the Garrett County Health Department's Health Education & Outreach Unit

A friendly crew plays pickleball twice a week when the weather is nice! On Wednesday and Friday mornings at 10:00 a.m., they play in Grantsville at the town park on Miller Street. To get on the informal email list for weather cancellations, please send an email to...

Help Neighbors in Need:https://garretthealth.org/flooding/ Starting Your Recovery After a Flood:https://www.fema.gov/fact-sheet/starting-your-recovery-after-flood What to Do With Your Private Well After a...

New job listings have been posted/reposted. See all current opportunities at: https://bit.ly/gchdjobs PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSISTANT II The main purpose of this full-time contractual position will be to assist and aid patients/clients to recover, improve and maintain...

Health challenges in friends and family can impact their mental well-being. This #MHAM2025, show up—share a meal, take a walk together, or simply listen. 💖 https://samhsa.gov/find-support/helping-someone Follow the Garrett County Local Behavioral Health Authority on...

Preguntas? Llámenos al 301-334-7730 para servicios de traducción.Accessibility assistance available at 301-334-7730. Shared by Katie Lucas from the Health Education & Outreach Unit at the Garrett County Health Department

Preguntas? Llámenos al 301-334-7777 para servicios de traducción.Accessibility assistance available at 301-334-7777. Shared by Shelley Argabrite from the Population Health, Innovation, and Informatics Unit at the Garrett County Health Department

Preguntas? Llámenos al 301-334-7730 para servicios de traducción.Accessibility assistance available at 301-334-7730. Shared by Katie Lucas from the Health Education & Outreach Unit at the Garrett County Health Department

Looking for a quick, delicious, and budget-friendly meal or side dish? A colorful, veggie-packed salad is the perfect choice! 🥗 Whether you're using pantry staples or fresh produce from the farmers market, salads are a great way to fuel your body with vitamins and...

A friendly crew plays pickleball twice a week when the weather is nice! On Wednesday and Friday mornings at 10:00 a.m., they play in Grantsville at the town park on Miller Street. To get on the informal email list for weather cancellations, please send an email to...

By Ellen Cowgill, member of the Mtn Lake Partners Community Planning Group Another successful event for the Mtn Lake Partners Community Planning Group facilitated by the Garrett County Health Department (GCHD) is in the books! On May 10th, community members engaged in...