Local Management Boards (LMBs) are the core entities that were established in each of Maryland’s 24 jurisdictions to stimulate collaboration at the local level and to strengthen local services to children and families.
Worcester County's Initiative to Preserve Families is Worcester County's Local Management Board, designated by the State of Maryland as the County's lead agency for developing and maintaining an effective and efficient system of services for children, adolescents and families. Emphasis is placed on prevention, early intervention and community-based services. Priority is given to children and families most at-risk. The LMB conducts assessments, develops plans, and coordinates services. It also monitors and evaluates programs serving children and families.
(Image Description: Worcester County's Initiative to Preserve Families, Worcester County Local Management Board, Needs Assessment, 2025)
Vision
The Worcester County Local Management Board envisions a caring, compassionate, inclusive community with leadership and government that fosters an environment which empowers all children, youth, and families to thrive.
Mission
The mission of the LMB is to achieve a comprehensive system of education, health and human services that effectively and responsibly addresses the needs of Worcester County children and families through public and private interagency collaboration.
Responsibilities of the Local Management Board include, but are not limited to the following:
- Develop family focused community based services for children, youth, and families
- Promote and develop community-wide collaboration
- Plan, fund, and implement interagency services
- Coordinate community grants and reduce or eliminate duplication of services in the county.
Local Care Team
(Image Description: Worcester County Local Care Team)
We're here to listen and to help!
The Worcester County Local Care Team (LCT) strives to ensure that children and their families receive the necessary support and resources to live in the community successfully.
The LCT works with parents, guardians, and other adults on their children's behalf. The purpose is to open doors, brainstorm, share knowledge, advocate, and develop strategies to help your child thrive.
Learn more about the Local Care Team.
Programs
The LMB is not a direct service provider but contracts for services with various providers in the area. Funds come from the Governor's Office for Children.
Fiscal Year 2026 Programs:
Worcester/Somerset Hub
In FY26 the the Worcester County Local Management Board was awarded one of seven Community Supports Partnership Hubs through the Maryland Community Health Resources Commission (CHRC). These Hubs, which will coordinate the delivery of services in their geographic areas. to support student mental health for the 2025-2026 school year. The Worcester County Local Management will serve Worcester and Somerset Counties through its Community Supports Partnership Hub.
Fiscal Year 26 Worcester County and Somerset County Spoke Providers
2025-2026 Board Members
Members of the LMB include representatives of child-serving agencies and community members who are appointed by the Worcester County Commissioners. Together they form the body that serves as the main entity within the jurisdiction to ensure that our families have the services they need.
Dr. Mark Bowen, Community Member - Chair
Vacant-Co-Chair
Roberta Baldwin, Department of Social Services
Nicole Griffin-Winder, Department of Juvenile Services
Rebecca Jones, Worcester County Health Department
Ivonne Lomax, Worcester County Local Behavioral Health Authority
Annette Wallace, Worcester County Board of Education
Mark Frostrom, Community Member
Amy Rothermel, Community Member
Theo Hobbs, Community Member
FY26 LMB Board of Directors and Committee Meeting Schedule (PDF, 60.3 KB)
FY26 Main Homeless Board Meeting Schedule (PDF, 59.2 KB)
LMB Staff
- Shylia Tingle
- Local Management Board / Local Behavioral Health Authority Director
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- Christen Barbierri
- Local Management Board Point of Contact
- Local Care Team Coordinator
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- Kailyn Holland
- Assistant Local Care Team Coordinator (Coordinator Special Programs)
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- Lisa Shockley
- Worcester/Somerset Hub Liaison (Coordinator Special Programs II, HS)
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- Sue Buhrt
- Worcester/Somerset Hub Liaison (Coordinator Special Programs II, HS)
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Contact Information
410-632-3648
Email:
6040 Public Landing Rd.
Snow Hill, Maryland 21863
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Worcester County's Initiative to Preserve Families
Worcester County's Initiative to Preserve Families' office is open M-F 8:00am-4:30pm You can reach our office at (410)632-3648 or
