Chase Brexton Health Care

September is Sexual Health Awareness Month! Our Sexual Health Clinic at Mt. Vernon Center offers screening, testing, and treatment for many Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs), and can help you get started on birth control or pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP). The clinic welcomes walk-ins every weekday at Mt. Vernon Center - find out more at https://chasebrexton.org/sexualhealth.

Do you know what health care benefits are available to you, and how to access them? If you've ever puzzled over the differences between Medicare and Medicaid or wondered how the open marketplace works, our next LGBTQ Community Connection is for you!

It's happening this Thursday from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. - we'll be discussing how to navigate health care benefits and answering your questions! Register now at https://chasebrextonhealthcare.swoogo.com/communityconnectionseptember2024

🦷❤️ ¿Sabías que existe una relación entre la salud de las encías y la salud del corazón? ❤️🦷

Distintas investigaciones demuestran que las personas con enfermedad de las encías tienen de 2 a 3 veces más probabilidades de sufrir ataques cardíacos o accidentes cerebrovasculares. ¿El culpable? ¡La inflamación! La inflamación crónica debido a la enfermedad de las encías puede afectar los vasos sanguíneos, esto puede provocar problemas cardíacos graves.

Si tienes síntomas como encías rojas, hinchadas, doloridas, sensibles o que sangran, especialmente al cepillarse o usar hilo dental, ¡programa una cita con tu dentista hoy!

Y recuerda, si tienes Medicaid, ¡los servicios dentales para adultos están cubiertos!

Michelle Markey LMSW recently joined Columbia Center as its newest staff therapist--we're so happy to have you with us, Michelle!

"I am excited to be a part of providing gender affirming care and to expanding access to mental health care in our community!"

Dr. Kade Goepferd of Children's Minnesota Hospital, the keynote speaker for our upcoming symposium on gender-affirming care, was recently highlighted in an NBC News report delving into the challenges and risks facing such providers. You can read the full story at: https://www.nbcnews.com/nbc-out/out-news/trans-minors-treatment-clinicians-laws-bans-rcna164515

If you're a healthcare provider, you can hear from Dr. Goepferd directly at our day-long virtual symposium, "Providing Affirming Care for Sexual & Gender Minority (LGBTQ) Communities. It's happening on Friday, Sept. 27 - find out more and register at https://chasebrextonhealthcare.swoogo.com/ProvidingAffirmingCareSexualGenderMinorityComm-9-27-2024

Check out our very own, Patrick Mutch, on the Room at the Table podcast with host Betsy Cerulo of Adnet (Advocates for Workplace Excellence and Equity.)
The topic of this episode focuses on the role of allyship in fostering inclusive and equitable workplaces.

AdNet/AccountNet, Inc.

Listen here: https://www.adnetp3.com/room-at-the-table-episode-thirteen

Big news! Chase Brexton recently received two distinctions from the Health Resources and Services Administration's Community Health Quality Recognition program. We were honored for Addressing Social Risk Factors to Health--one of just 390 health centers to receive that distinction--and for Advancing Health Information Technology. These awards affirm our ongoing efforts to remove social barriers to health care, and to help our patients participate in and understand their care.

Welcome, welcome to Dr. Kathleen Goodwin, the newest staff pediatrician at our Mt. Vernon Center! We're so excited you're with us, Dr. Goodwin.

Change can be scary and sometimes feels impossible. But our Certified Peer Recovery Specialists are here for you!

Chase Brexton patient, Delise, reflects, “Peer counseling enhances your healing and journey to peace, I would recommend it to others, especially when combined or after traditional counseling.”

This National Recovery Month, take that first step here: https://chasebrexton.org/services/substance-use-treatment

Chase Brexton Health Care has partnered with Baltimore Center Stage!

Chase Brexton will appear as a partnering vendor at Baltimore Center Stage’s Community Night on Friday, September 20 from 6:00PM – 7:30PM. Community Night is a pre-show gathering where tickets to the evening’s play, Oh Happy Day!, are just $5 with promo code BCSCOMMUNITYNIGHTS, and where you will have the opportunity to connect with fellow community members and learn about services, resources, and events around Baltimore ahead of the show.

As there are a finite number of significantly discounted tickets available, once the $5 tickets are gone, you can use Chase Brexton’s specific-promo code CBHC20 to receive 20% off regularly priced tickets. The CBHC20 promo code is active and available to use for all regularly priced tickets this season. Note: Enter promo code before selecting seats on the Baltimore Center Stage website.

Chase Brexton’s Mobile Van will also be on site to administer STI/HIV Testing to members of the community from 6pm-8pm.
https://www.centerstage.org/events/oh-happy-day/

Baltimore Center Stage

See you there!

We're thrilled to welcome the newest staff therapist to our Center for LGBTQ Health Equity, August Cason LMSW!

"My priority is serving and uplifting marginalized people, whether we share identities or not. As a member of the q***r community, I am excited to work at the Center for LGBTQ Health Equity within Chase Brexton. I aim to provide empathetic, trauma-informed therapy to whoever may need it."

We're proud to announce that ProMD Health Annapolis has joined us as a Silver sponsor of our upcoming Annapolis Gala! It's happening Saturday, November 2 at the Chesapeake Bay Foundation's headquarters in Annapolis, in support of our Center for LGBTQ Health Equity.

Want to join them as a sponsor of this event? Find out how at https://events.chasebrexton.org/event/inaugural-annapolis-gala/e584987.

On your marks…get set…go! We’re off to the races for the Baltimore Running Festival, a day of fun, fitness and community spirit across the city on October 19.

Chase Brexton is an Official Charity of this year’s festival, and you can join our team as a runner or walker, virtual runner or walker, or a volunteer with the following discount codes!

Employees: Use the promo code MISSIONCHASE24 for a 25% discount.
Friends and supporters: Use the promo code CHASEFRIENDS24 for a 20% discount.
Volunteers: Use the promo code CHASEVOLUNTEERS24 for a 25% discount.

For more information, visit https://events.chasebrexton.org/BmoreRuns2024. See you at the starting line!

BmoreRuns2024 We're addressing an important issue that affects everyone: your health. Our mission is to provide compassionate and integrated high quality health care that honors diversity, addresses health inequities, and advances wellness in the communities we serve.

Chase Brexton's Center for LGBTQ Health Equity is offering a special one-day virtual learning experience, "Providing Affirming Care for Sexual and Gender Minority (LGBTQ) Communities" ON SEPTEMBER 27! 🎉 🏳️‍🌈

This accredited symposium will provide healthcare professionals with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes to promote the well-being of their sexual and gender minority patients. Featuring a keynote speak from Dr. Kade Goepferd, the Chief Education Officer and the past Chief of Staff for Children’s Minnesota, and impactful training sessions by renowned educators such as Deborah Dunn, PA-C, Elyse Pine, MD, Kate Bishop, MSSA, Sean Lare, LCSW-C, and Randall Leonard, LCSW-C!

This is an event you don't want to miss!

Sign up today!! https://chasebrextonhealthcare.swoogo.com/ProvidingAffirmingCareSexualGenderMinorityComm-9-27-2024

Did you know that adult dental services are now covered by Medicaid? This includes check-ups, exams, fillings, root canals, crowns, and much more! If you have Maryland Medicaid and are due for a check-up, there's no reason to put it off any longer--call us to schedule your routine dental cleaning appointment today at 410-837-2050.

📢❗ Chase Brexton Health Care's Easton location will be open for on-site services starting on Monday, September 9th.

We're excited to unveil the all new "Life" section of our LinkedIn profile, giving you an inside look at what it's like to work at Chase Brexton! You'll get to meet leaders across our organization, learn about our story and mission, and hear from current employees about why they chose Chase Brexton. You'll also be able to see the full list of open positions across our centers. Check it out now at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/chase-brexton-health-services-inc-

This month, we're celebrating three of our amazing colleagues with Chase Brexton anniversaries of 10 years or more with us! They are:
Jerome Hughes, Senior Maintenance Technician, 17 years
Debbie Gallagher, Board of Directors Liaison, Senior Executive Assistant to Chief Executive Officer and Chief Pharmacy & Strategy Officer, 11 years

Tonya Hawkins, Dental Assistant, 10 years

Chase Brexton's Center for LGBTQ Health Equity is offering a special one-day virtual learning experience, "Providing Affirming Care for Sexual and Gender Minority (LGBTQ) Communities" ON SEPTEMBER 27! 🎉 🏳️‍🌈

This accredited symposium will provide healthcare professionals with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes to promote the well-being of their sexual and gender minority patients.

Featuring a keynote speaker from Dr. Kade Goepferd, the Chief Education Officer and the past Chief of Staff for Children’s Minnesota, this is an event you don't want to miss!

Sign up today!!
https://chasebrextonhealthcare.swoogo.com/ProvidingAffirmingCareSexualGenderMinorityComm-9-27-2024

Did you know that you can schedule an appointment for yourself for many Chase Brexton services, directly through the patient portal? It's an easy way to make an appointment when you need one, or adjust one you've already made. To get started, just visit your Chase Brexton patient portal at https://chasebrexton.myezyaccess.com/. Or, find out whether your provider accepts online appointment scheduling by visiting www.chasebrexton.org/provider-search.

¡Ya empieza el año escolar! Y la mejor forma de empezarlo es programar los chequeos de rutina para la vuelta a clases en Chase Brexton.

Nuestros proveedores están listos para ayudar a sus hijos a ponerse al día con todas las vacunas y a prepararse para volver a la escuela con toda la energía.

¡Programa ya mismo tu cita!

Join us at the Baltimore Running Festival for a day of fun, fitness, and community spirit on Saturday October 19th, 2024!

We have exclusive discounts just for you!
Employees: Use the promo code MISSIONCHASE24 for a 25% discount.
Friends and supporters: Use the promo code CHASEFRIENDS24 for a 20% discount.
Volunteers: Use the promo code CHASEVOLUNTEERS24 for a 25% discount.

Don't miss out- grab your spot today and let's make this one race to remember!

For more information, go to https://events.chasebrexton.org/BmoreRuns2024.

See you at the starting line!

Welcome to the newest nurse practitioner joining our Mt. Vernon Center team, Suzanne Garcia. We're so happy you're here, Suzanne!

Next Session of Patient Group A.M.B.I.E.N.T. for BIPOC LGBTQIA+ (35-50) Starts October 14th!

A.M.B.I.E.N.T. is an 8-week Mind-Body Medicine Group for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color ages 35-50 who identify as LGBTQIA+. During each session, participants will learn about the mind-body connection and practice a new skill in a safe space with peers. Participants may benefit from a sense of community and connectedness. Participants will learn and implement mind-body skills for effective management of trauma symptoms, including, but not limited to, meditation, guided imagery, art, breathwork, and autogenic training. This group is great for people who have an understanding of the impact of life events on their overall wellness but are interested in learning various creative tools to improve.
Time: Monday's 5pm-6pm
Tentative Dates: October 14th- December 2nd
Referrals and registration closes: September 30th, 2024
Format: Hybrid
Target participants: BIPOC LGBTQIA+ folx 35-50
Facilitator: Christina Simmons, LCSW-C, LICSW

Call 410-837-2050 X8808 for more information!

¡Los vegetales son una excelente fuente de fibra y nutrientes! También ayudan a mejorar el equilibrio del azúcar en sangre y la salud del corazón.

Incorpora más vegetales todos días con estos consejos:

Suma vegetales en forma de sopas, ensaladas o incluso agregándolos a tus sándwiches.

Incorpora vegetales en tus batidos o smoothies.

Súmalos a las salsas en forma de puré o procesándolos con una mezcladora.

Puedes leer más sobre cómo incorporar más vegetales a las comidas en nuestro blog: https://chasebrexton.org/blog/true-eats-creative-ways-eat-your-veggies