Brook Lane

03/10/2026

03/10/2026

Your daily habits matter more than you think. 🧠✨

From sleep and movement to nutrition and social connection, small lifestyle changes can have a powerful impact on mental health. In this article, Dr. Chris Gauthier shares how lifestyle psychiatry and osteopathic care work together to restore balance and support long-term healing.

Learn how evidence-based lifestyle medicine is shaping the future of mental health care at Meritus Health — and what it could mean for you.

Read the full story here: https://www.meritushealth.com/about/news/lifestyle-changes-can-impact-mental-health-meritus

03/02/2026

🧠 Youth Mental Health First Aid

Want to feel confident supporting youth facing mental health challenges? Join us to learn:
✅ Signs & symptoms of mental health issues
✅ How to respond in crises and everyday situations
✅ Ways to connect youth to support & resources
✅ Tools to reduce stigma and promote wellness

Open to parents, teachers, coaches, youth workers, and all caring adults. No experience needed—just a willingness to learn!

FREE course, fully sponsored by Brook Lane, includes breakfast, lunch, and materials.

📌 Register now to save your spot: https://www.brooklane.org/event/youth-mental-health-first-aid-7/

02/23/2026

Be the support your community needs—learn Adult Mental Health First Aid!

Calling employers, faith leaders, first responders, caregivers, and community members! Learn how to support adults facing mental health or substance use challenges.

FREE training with breakfast & lunch included!

📌 Register now: https://www.brooklane.org/event/adult-mental-health-first-aid-10/

02/18/2026

🌟 We’re honored to be nominated! 🌟

Help Brook Lane earn Best of the Tri-State Mental Health Services by casting your vote today! Your support means the world to our team and the patients and families we serve every day. 💙

👉 Vote here: https://bestofthetristate.com/

Every vote helps shine a light on compassionate behavioral health care in our community. Thank you for being part of our mission!

Our community’s care starts with exceptional people—now it’s time to recognize them. If you’ve been cared for, supported, or inspired by any of these individuals or locations, we’d be grateful for your vote!

✨ Nominated Individuals

Dr. Christopher S. Vaccari, MD – Cardiologist, Meritus Health
Dr. Jeffrey D. Jones, MD – Cardiologist, Meritus Health
Dr. Rose Griffin, MD – Family Doctor, Meritus Health
Dr. Salvatore Dimercurio, MD – Plastic Surgeon, Meritus Health
Dr. Stephen M. Sachs, MD – General Surgeon, Meritus Health
Dr. Zubair H. Faridi, MD – Cardiologist, Meritus Health
Ethan Roberts, PT – Physical Therapist, Meritus Health
Melanie Starr – Labor & Delivery Nurse, Meritus Health
Sarah Barr – Labor & Delivery Nurse, Meritus Health

🏥 Nominated Practices & Services

Meritus Health (Hospital, Place to Work & multiple service lines)
Meritus Robinwood Orthopedics
Brook Lane Mental Health Services
Diagnostic Imaging Services – Hub Plaza (Place to Work)

👉 Vote here: https://bestofthetristate.com/

Thank you for supporting the people and places that care for our community every day! 💙

01/07/2026

Reserve your spot for our upcoming Adult Mental Health First Aid class.

Want to feel more confident supporting the adults in your life who may be facing mental health challenges? This training will help you recognize common signs, respond in crisis and non-crisis situations, connect individuals with support, and promote mental wellness.

Open to anyone who wants to learn—no experience needed.
Taught by certified MHFA instructors Leslie Henriquez and Nettie Blowers.

👉 Reserve your spot today— https://www.brooklane.org/event/join-us-for-adult-mental-health-first-aid-3/

01/05/2026

Start the year with a reset that truly supports your wellbeing. 💚

Here’s your Mental Health Reset Checklist for the days ahead:

-Pause daily — even 60 seconds counts
-Limit doomscrolling and set healthy screen habits
-Connect with someone you trust
-Give yourself permission to rest
-Practice one grounding exercise this week
-Ask for support when you need it

A new year doesn’t require a “new you” — just a more supported you.

01/02/2026

⏳ ONE WEEK AWAY! Don’t miss your chance to become Youth Mental Health First Aid certified.

Do you live, work, or volunteer with youth? This training will help you feel more confident supporting young people facing mental health challenges. Learn how to spot signs, respond in crisis and non-crisis moments, connect youth with support, and promote mental wellness.

Open to parents, teachers, coaches, youth workers, and all caring adults.

👉 Sign up today—limited spots left!
https://www.brooklane.org/event/youth-mental-health-first-aid-course-4/

12/23/2025

Did you know that Brook Lane operates two private K-12 schools for children with individualized educational needs? 🏫✨ Our Laurel Hall schools in Hagerstown and Frederick provide specialized education and psychiatric support to help students thrive.

Today, we had some very special visitors stop by to spend time with our students and patients. Thank you to our guests for bringing so much laughter and spirit to our campus today. 🎄💚

✨Visit https://www.brooklane.org/care-services/laurel-hall-school/ to learn more.

10/14/2025

🍁 Fall in Western Maryland is beautiful — but for many, the shorter days and colder weather can bring more than just sweater season. If you’ve noticed changes in your mood or energy, you might be experiencing the “autumn blues.”

You don’t have to face this seasonal shift alone. Expert help is available right here in our community.

Read more here: https://www.brooklane.org/autumn-brings-change-challenges-tips-for-managing-seasonal-shifts-in-mental-health/

09/12/2025

Our CEO, Jeff O’Neal, recently joined NewsTalk 103.7 for an important conversation about mental health. 💙 He discussed the resources available in our community, how we can support one another, and the importance of recognizing the signs when someone might need help.

You can listen here: https://soundcloud.com/newstalk1037fm/09-september-2025-suicide

09/10/2025

Today is National Depression Screening Day — a reminder that taking care of your mental health is just as important as your physical health. 💚

If you or someone you love has been struggling, Brook Lane is here with resources, support, and hope.

Learn more and connect with our services here: https://www.brooklane.org/care-services/