Outreach Programs
NCADD-MD has a number of programs that work toward influencing public and private policies on addiction, treatment and recovery, reducing the stigma associated with the disease, and improving the understanding of substance use disorders and the recovery process. NCADD-MD educates the public and professional communities through advocacy, outreach and training, and by serving as a resource for anyone seeking information on alcohol and substance use disorders.
Tuerk Conference on Mental Health and Addiction Treatment
The annual Tuerk conference, now in its 35th year, covers a wide range of topics including, the impact of COVID on the Maryland treatment system and communities of color, the effectiveness of AA, the ...
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Addiction Treatment Advocates Committee (ATAC)
NCADD-MD Legislative Consultant, Ann Ciekot, spearheads this committee that advocates for an adequate continuum of treatment and recovery support services. The committee consists of treatment, mental ...
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The Dick Prodey Lecture Series
The Prodey Lectures are a free, 8-week recurring series held Wednesdays at 7 p.m. at Sheppard Pratt Hospital. Sponsored jointly with The Kolmac Clinic, The Sheppard and Enoch Pratt Hospital and NCADD-...
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University of Maryland/Center of Excellence on Problem Gambling
Our scope of work includes gathering input from the addiction treatment field across the State of Maryland with regard to recommendations on funding levels, locations and types of problem gambling tre...
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Families for Recovery (FFR)
NCADD-MD brings together a number of existing family support groups and assists with the development of new family groups to reduce the stigma associated with the disease of alcohol and drug addiction...
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Recovery Leadership Program (RLP)
RLP provides members of the recovery community statewide with the knowledge and tools to effectively advocate for themselves and for the addiction community. RLP fosters engaged and educated advocates...
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