Past Successes

Accomplishments From Previous Local Health Improvement Process (LHIP) Cycles

  • Dental Health Priority

    • The Frederick Medical Group Dental Clinic, which opened is 2016, treats patients who are uninsured, underinsured, or whom have limited means to pay for dental services. They are currently able to treat patients suffering from abscess, cavity fillings, and extractions. They offer a sliding fee schedule based upon 200% of the federal poverty level. The Dental Clinic is under collaboration with the University of Maryland School of Dentistry.

  • Behavioral Health Priority

    • The Mountain Manor Treatment Center at Marcies Choice opened in 2021 to provide treatment and hope to people struggling with addition.

    • Learn more by visiting the Mountain Manor Treatment Centers website here.

  • Senior Health Priority​

    • Advocates for the Aging successfully advocated to Frederick County Government for the establishment of a division level office of aging and independence and continues to provide input and guidance to the division.

  • Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) Priority

    • Implemented cross system investments in positions and training

    • Launched the new Frederick Health universal newborn home visiting program​, Family Connects Frederick County.

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