Physical Health

-This includes smoking cessation resources-
Black Mental Health Alliance
A six week program that meets once a week for 90 minutes whose Primary goal is to empower participants to break the habit of smoking and tobacco use. Includes Nicotene patches with a doctor's prescription.
733 W. 40th St., Suite 10
Baltimore, MD 21211
(410) 338-2642
Community Calendar (LifeBridge Health)
LifeBridge Health helps members of the community prevent illness and injury through wellness education and an emphasis on leading healthier lifestyles. LifeBridge Health has assembled specially trained community health advocates who participate in health fairs, lectures, health screenings and other community health programs.
2401 West Belvedere Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21215
- http://www.lifebridgehealth.org/body.cfm?id=22
Fresh Start
Offers support groups and smoking Cessation Classes. QUITLINE offers counseling over the telephone and will refer adult to smoking cessation classes in BaltimoreCity as well as other counties in Maryland
1-800-227-2345 ext #3
Mall Walking Program (Franklin Square Hospital Center)
To sign up stop by the mall information desk or management office.
White Marsh Mall
8200 Perry Hall Boulevard
Baltimore, MD 21236
(410) 931-7100
Northwest Baltimore Youth Services
Free smoking cessation programs for youth
3319 W. Belvedere Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 578-8100
Smoking Cessation Community Support Group
Support Groups offered on Wednesday 4:30 - 5:30 pm. Family members may attend.
Maryland General Hospital
Contact - Morris Fogle
827 Linden Ave.
Baltimore, MD 21201
(410) 225-8112
Teen Tobacco Addiction Treatment Research Clinic
Free smoking cessation research program targeting adolescents age 13-17.
5500 Nathan Shock Drive
Baltimore, MD 21224
888-667-6653
The League for People with Disabilities
Provides individuals with multiple, physical, cognitive and neurological disabilities the opportunities to gain independence through a comprehensive continuum of vocational, rehabilitative, educational, medical, wellness and social services.
1111 E. Cold Spring Lane
Baltimore, Maryland 21239
(410) 323-0500
- http://www.leagueforpeople.org/
Family Health Centers of Baltimore
Provides many medical services - adult medicine, pediatrics, HIV/AIDS case management, outpatient substance abuse detox, podiatry, dental services, family planning, and a pharmacy - with a sliding scale for low-income/uninsured patients. Call (410) 354-2000 for an appointment.
Materials to bring:
  • proof of family size
  • proof of income
Hours of operation: M-F, every other Sat 9AM-1PM
Center Locations:
  • 631 Cherry Hill Road
  • 315 North Calvert Street
  • 4115 Ritchie Highway
  • 301 St. Paul Street Suite 501
Phone: (410) 354-2000
Email: inquiry@fhcb.org
- http://www.fhcb.org/
Healthy Teens and Young Adults
It is a project designed to provide a new, nontraditional approach to teen health. Comprehensive care, including sports physicals as well as pregnancy testing and birth control counseling are offered. Most services are free or low cost.
1374 West North Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 396-0353
'Take 15 for the Health of it' Program
Take 15 for the Health of it is a statewide initiative designed to help Maryland families develop strategies for healthy living. The campaign provides practical tools families can use to help their children develop good eating habits, enjoy physical activity, and talk about sensitive issues like substance abuse.
Community Outreach Specialist
Maryland State Department of Education
200 West Baltimore Street
Baltimore, MD 21201
(410) 767-0488
- http://www.marylandpublicschools.org/MSDE/programs/take15health/
University of Maryland Dental School
Complete family dental care provided mainly by dental students, who are supervised by faculty. Requires initial screening ($56). Fee-for-service (sliding scale is available), but patients may be reimbursed by their insurance company. By appointment only. Open Monday to Friday 8AM-4PM (evening hours 4PM-7PM from Tuesday to Thursday).
650 W Baltimore St
Baltimore, MD 21201
(410) 706-4213 (main)
(410) 706-7116 (pediatrics)
- http://www.dental.umaryland.edu/patientinfo/
Maryland Donated Dental Services
Organization of dentists who volunteer their services to low-income patients with physical or mental disabilities. Must submit application (link provided below). By appointment only.
Application:
- http://nfdh.org/joomla_nfdh/images/applications/pdf/maryland%20application.pdf
National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research
Clinical studies which offer treatment for patients with specific ailments. Patient must qualify for each particular study. By appointment only.
Bethesda, MD
800-411-1222
- http://www.nidcr.nih.gov/ClinicalTrials/
People's Community Health Centers
Full service medical, dental and behavioral health center; sliding scale available for low-income/uninsured patients. Translators available. Same day and next day services available days and evenings. Call in advance for operating hours. Materials to bring to your appointment:
  • proof of income/unemployment
  • proof of address
Locations:
  • 2204 Maryland Avenue
  • 3028 Greenmount Avenue
  • 5225 York Road
  • 5004 Ritchie Highway
  • Rehoboth Church of God on Poplar Grove Street
  • 1734 Maryland Avenue
(410) 467-6040
- http://www.peopleschc.org/index.html
Healthcare for the Homeless
Provides primary and preventive medical care, mental health services, social work and addiction services to the homeless. Must have initial consultation in order to be placed with a provider based on the individual's needs. Most services are walk-in.
Hours of operation:
Mon-Weds, Fri: 7:30AM-4PM (must be in line by 6 AM)
Thurs: 7AM-12PM
Sat: 8:30 AM-12PM - women's clinic; 1-4PM - men's clinic
111 Park Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21201
(410) 837-5533
- http://www.hchmd.org/index.html
Chase Brexton Health Services - Mt. Vernon Center
Offers many services based on individual's needs, including adult medicine; pediatrics; dental services; mental health services; STD clinic; HIV/AIDS testing, care and consultation; family planning; nutritional assessment; and a pharmacy. Sliding scale available for low-income/uninsured patients. Some walk-in services available. Call for an appointment.
Hours of operation: M-F 9:30AM-4PM, M/W/F 5-7PM
1001 Cathedral Street
Baltimore, MD 21201
(410) 837-2050 x4003
- http://www.chasebrexton.org/
Park West Health System
Provides women's health, pediatrics, internal medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, and substance abuse services. Sliding scale available for low-income/uninsured patients. Call to schedule an appointment at one of four locations.
Materials to bring:
  • proof of family size
  • proof of income
Locations:
  • Belvedere Site
    3319 W. Belvedere Ave
    Baltimore, MD, 21215
    Ph : (410) 542-7800
    Fax: (410) 542-5279
    M/T/Th/F 9AM-530PM, W 11AM-730PM
  • Plaza Site
    Reisterstown Road Plaza
    4120 Patterson Avenue
    Baltimore, MD 21215
    Ph : (410) 764.2266
    Fax: (410) 358.7413
    M/T/Th/F 9AM-530PM, W 11AM-730PM
  • Sinai Community Care&Greenspring Pediatrics Associates
    Sinai Campus
    5101 Lanier Avenue
    Baltimore, MD 21215
    Ph : (410) 601.9300
    Fax: (410) 601.8741
    Internal Medicine and OB/GYN: M-F 830AM-530PM
    Greenspring Pediatric Associates: M/T/Th/F 830AM-530PM
  • Men and Family Health Center
    4151 Park Heights Ave.
    Baltimore, MD, 21215
    Ph: (443) 874-5502
    Fax: (443) 874-5507
    M/W/F 9AM-530PM
- http://www.parkwestmed.org/
Islamic Society of Baltimore Community Health Center
Provides free adult and pediatric care to the uninsured.
Hours:
  • Adult Care: M/W 6-8PM, Sun 11AM-1PM
  • Pediatrics: Th 6-8PM
6631 Johnnycake Rd.
Windsor Mill, MD 21244
(410) 744-1690
- http://www.isb.org/CHC
Baltimore Medical System
Provides primary care services in internal medicine, family practice, pediatrics, OB-GYN and psychiatry. Special programs for the deaf, perinatal care, smoking cessation, breast health education and screenings, and cancer prevention and screenings. Services offered on a sliding scale for low-income/uninsured patients. Fees may be discounted up to 90% for qualifying patients. See website for individual center's contact information and hours.
Administrative: 3501 Sinclair Lane
Medical Centers:
  • 4000 Annapolis Rd
  • 3612 Falls Rd
  • 900 Caton Ave
  • 3120 Erdman Ave
  • 3509 Eastern Ave
  • 3701 Eastern Ave
  • 2323 Orleans St
  • 1245 Eastern Blvd
Administrative: (410) 732-8800
- http://www.bmsi.org/index.html