Mary's Center

The Mary’s Center team sends our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Father Eugene Brake, the founder of and a tireless advocate in the D.C. area. We know his legacy will live on through the impact of CAFB and his organization will continue to help thousands of families in our community.

Last month, we partnered with DC Developmental Disabilities Council to host a roundtable conversation about navigating the healthcare system while living with a disability. We identifed some barriers & brainstormed solutions & ways to improve our programs & services. Thank you for helping Mary's Center grow & evolve!

Today, we want to highlight the work of interns like Emma who is joining us this summer from The Karel Fellowship. Emma is supporting the public interest efforts of our Marketing & Communications team, reaching new audiences and raising awareness about our many programs and services. Emma is a passionate advocate for safe and affordable access to reproductive healthcare. Thank you for your service to Mary's Center!

Happy International Self Care Day from all of us at Mary's Center! Today, we celebrate the importance of self care with traditional practices like meditation & mindfulness, as well as new ones like binge watching & bubble baths. Take time to prioritize your well-being today & every day. You deserve it! 💅

Last week, members of our staff joined together for a service day at the Capital Area Food Bank Over 3 hours, our team packed 423 boxes of food for low income senior residents in DC. We are grateful to be able to partner with organization working to support the community with essential needs like groceries!

Earlier in July, Mary’s Center received a generous donation of brand new Janie and Jack baby clothes, toys, diapers, & feeding supplies from The Napkin Network to be distributed to the mothers & infants we serve in the coming weeks. Thank you so much to Lindsay Gill, founder of the Napkin Network for believing in Mary’s Center’s mission and contributing supplies that will uplift our families.

We're all different. And it's those differences that may help researchers find better ways to treat and tailor care for all of us. Help change the future of health by visiting the The All of Us Journey on its next stop at Mary's Center (100 Gallatin St NE, Washington, DC 20011) on August 13th through August 16th from 10 am - 4 pm and find out how to change the future of health.

Visit JoinAllofUs.org/tour to learn more and enroll in the All of Us Research Program in advance. Once enrolled, you can schedule an appointment to conveniently provide your biosamples at the All of Us Journey at Mary’s Center by calling (833) 990-0200.

Our Healthy Start program focuses on decreasing disparities in maternal & infant health outcomes by connecting expectant families with Family Support Workers, Doulas, and additional resources to partner in their journey. Our Healthy Start team receives special training through the Perinatal Mental Health team, using the Mom & Baby curriculum to support participants experiencing perinatal-related anxiety, & improving BIPOC health outcomes.

The Bridge Access Program removes patient barriers to COVID-19 vaccines. There is no enrollment process for eligible adults to get no-cost COVID-19 vaccines. Our providers will help determine eligibility. Ask your doctor about this program today!

Today, Mary's Center will present at the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) symposium on best practices in health equity on its diabetes and hypertension project and its postpartum project, a collaboration between Women Health Services our Quality & Outcomes Department (pictured here). Way to go team!

Last week, Mary's Center was honored to attend the Montgomery County Council's proclamation recognizing July as National Minority Mental Health Month. Thank you for including us in this meaningful moment of recognition for the importance of mental health.

This year, Mary's Center helped 26 students from our teen program secure summer internships in our departments and across DC. We are proud to help the next generation develop important skills and experiences that will shape their futures. Learn more at maryscenter.org/social-services/teen-program/

We're all human, but we're all not the same. Our genes, environment, and lifestyle can impact our mental and overall health. The more researchers know about our health and lifestyle, the better they can treat and care for all of us. Learn more about All of Us Research at JoinAllofUs.org/Marys-Center

Todos somos humanos, pero no somos todos iguales. Los genes, el ambiente y el estilo de vida afectan la salud mental y general. Entre más sepan los investigadores científicos sobre nuestra salud y estilo de vida, mejores serán los tratamientos y cuidados para todos. Aprende más sobre All of Us Research en JoinAllofUs.org/es/Marys-Center

Did you know there are nearly 30 million adults without insurance in the US? The Bridge Access program provides no-cost COVID-19 vaccines for adults who are underinsured or uninsured. Get your free vaccine now before the program ends!

Better research may lead to better treatments. For National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, we're spreading the word about mental health and the importance of diversity and inclusion in health research with All of Us Research! Learn more at JoinAllofUs.org/Marys-Center

Mejores investigaciones científicas podrían conducir a mejores tratamientos. Durante este Mes Nacional de Concientización sobre la Salud Mental de las Minorías All of Us Research corre la voz sobre , diversidad e inclusión en la . Más información en: JoinAllofUs.org/es/Marys-Center

Happy Independence Day! We hope you enjoy a safe, happy, and healthy holiday with loved ones. 🎇

During the Independence Day holiday, all of our locations and services will be closed on Thursday, July 4.

Durante este conmemoración del Día del Independencia, todos nuestros centros y servicios estarán cerrados el jueves 4 de julio.

The CDC Bridge Access Program provides no-cost COVID-19 vaccines to adults without health insurance & adults whose insurance does not cover all COVID-19 vaccine costs. Get your updated vaccine now!

helps bring awareness to the unique mental health challenges of historically disenfranchised & oppressed racial & ethnic groups in the US. These challenges include issues related to racism & discrimination, access to insurance, cultural differences in help-seeking behaviors, language & other communication barriers.

COVID-19 vaccines are still available for FREE! Adults without health insurance or whose plan doesn’t fully cover a vaccine can get one through the Bridge Access Program.

We are striving everyday to make oral health accessible for Older Adults in DC (60 and up)! Help us brighten your smile. Learn more at maryscenter.org/dental/

La comunidad LGBTQIA+ merece ser vista, escuchada y entendida, también en la investigación médica. para ayudar a impulsar investigaciones de salud y avances médicos que te beneficiaran a ti y a todas nuestras comunidades. Aprende más sobre All of Us Research en JoinAllofUs.org/es/Marys-Center +

We're hiring! If you are a Mental Health therapist apply to join our team of Behavioral Health specialists who are addressing the emotional needs of our community. Learn more at: https://conta.cc/4blw09P

Due to lack of inclusion in health research in the past, the LGBTQIA+ and other community groups may be experiencing poor health outcomes. The All of Us Research Program wants to change that. By including communities that have been excluded from research, researchers may be able to learn more about our health. Visit JoinAllofUs.org/Marys-Center to learn more about the importance of diversity in health research. +

Our Energy Assistance Program, made possible by a grant from PepcoConnect allows Mary’s Center to help residents of Prince George’s County, Maryland to pay a portion of their household’s heating and electric bills. This program is currently accepting applications! Learn more at https://ow.ly/VE4P50S0q6u

During the Juneteenth holiday, all of our locations and services will be closed on Wednesday, June 19.

Durante este festivo del Juneteenth, todos nuestros centros y servicios estarán cerrados el miercoles 19 de junio.

Mary’s Center welcomed 20 Deloitte volunteers on Friday, June 7th to our Adams Morgan location for a site beautification project as a part of National Impact Day. Volunteers created a butterfly garden for the Pre-K students in our partner Briya Public Charter School and spread 70+ bags of mulch around our clinic campus to ensure the many participants we see every day walk up to a welcoming beautiful clinic! Thank you, Deloitte for your commitment over the years to Mary’s Center and the participants we serve!

Washington, DC has many community resources which is wonderful but can also be overwhelming. Home Visiting programs facilitate connections to resources depending on your family’s needs, let us help you navigate it all! To learn more visit www.MarysCenter.org/hv