Maryland Community-Based Behavioral Health

Behavioral Health Support, Care Coordination & Communication Access

Open Path Support Services helps individuals access behavioral health care, community resources, and supportive services through communication-centered, culturally responsive support — including specialized Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and Low Vision services.

What We Do

Support That Removes Barriers

We help individuals access care, stay engaged, and move toward long-term stability through hands-on, communication-centered support.

Care Coordination

Connecting clients to behavioral health, medical, and community services that support long-term well-being.

Communication Access

ASL-accessible, Deaf-friendly, and communication-centered support so every individual can fully participate in care.

PRP and OMHC Connections

Connecting eligible individuals to psychiatric rehabilitation, outpatient mental health, and therapy services.

Recovery Support

Helping individuals stay connected to recovery-focused services and maintain long-term engagement in care.

Housing Navigation

Connecting clients to stable housing including Mother Mayes House and other community housing resources.

Life Skills and Independence

Building independence, strengthening life skills, and navigating community resources for lasting stability.

Low Vision Support

Specialized care coordination and accessible services for individuals living with low vision — removing barriers and ensuring full participation in care.

Our Promise

We Do More Than Connect People to Services

We help people stay connected to care — every step of the way. We don't just make referrals. We show up, follow through, and advocate for every individual we serve.

We believe everyone deserves access to care, support, and the opportunity to be fully understood — regardless of communication barriers or background.

24–48h
Referral response time — fast follow-up guaranteed for every submission
100%
Communication access commitment — all clients accommodated regardless of communication method
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Organizations working together — Open Path plus Mother Mayes House for a full continuum of care
Inclusive Care

Deaf, Hard of Hearing & Low Vision Support

Open Path was built with the Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and Low Vision community in mind. Communication access is not optional — it is essential to receiving quality care. Our team provides culturally responsive, communication-centered services that remove barriers and ensure full participation in care.

All intake forms include a required communication preference field. Interpreter coordination and ASL-accessible services are available. Please indicate your preference when you contact us — we will accommodate you.

ASL-Accessible Communication Preference Forms Interpreter Coordination Culturally Responsive Low Vision Friendly Caption-Ready
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ASL Welcome Video

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How We Support You

Communication Access at Every Step

Every service Open Path provides is built to be accessible. Here is what that looks like in practice.

ASL-Accessible Services

Direct ASL communication and interpreter coordination available for all services. You do not need to navigate care without support.

Communication Preference on Every Form

Every intake and referral form includes a required communication preference field so your needs are documented from day one.

Low Vision Support

Large text, high contrast, and screen-reader friendly design throughout. Our accessibility bar lets you increase text size and contrast at any time.

Culturally Responsive Care

We understand the Deaf community is a distinct cultural community, not just a group with a hearing difference. Our approach reflects that.

Caption-Ready Video Resources

All video content is produced with captions. Our ASL video introduction is designed to welcome Deaf individuals in their primary language.

Deaf-Friendly Housing

Mother Mayes House, our sister housing organization, offers Deaf-friendly housing options as part of our full continuum of care.

Video Resources

Watch and Learn About Our Services

All videos are captioned and accessible. ASL and visual explanations available.

About Open Path Support Services
About Open Path
An introduction to our mission and the communities we serve.
Deaf, Hard of Hearing & Low Vision Services
ASL Services Overview
An ASL overview of communication-accessible services and how to connect.
Mother Mayes House
Housing Overview
Learn about our supportive housing program and how to refer a resident.
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What We Do

Our Services

Comprehensive behavioral health support and care coordination services tailored to each individual's needs and goals.

Care Coordination

We help clients connect to behavioral health, medical, and community-based services that support long-term stability and well-being.

Communication Access Support

We ensure individuals can fully access and participate in services through communication-centered support and advocacy, including ASL and Deaf-friendly services.

PRP and OMHC Connections

We help connect eligible individuals to psychiatric rehabilitation, outpatient mental health, therapy, and treatment services.

Appointment Support

We assist with appointment navigation, follow-up, referrals, and service coordination to keep clients engaged and on track.

Life Skills and Community Integration

We support clients in building independence, strengthening life skills, and navigating community resources for lasting stability.

Recovery Support

We help individuals stay connected to recovery-focused services and maintain long-term engagement with their care plans.

Housing Navigation

We connect clients to stable supportive housing, including Mother Mayes House and other community housing resources throughout Maryland.

Low Vision Support Services

We provide specialized support and care coordination for individuals living with low vision, connecting them to accessible resources, communication accommodations, and community services that respect their needs and goals.

Who We Serve

Support for Every Individual Who Qualifies

Open Path specializes in serving the Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and Low Vision communities — and proudly extends that same personalized, culturally responsive care to the LGBTQ+ community and the broader public throughout Maryland.

Populations Served

  • Deaf Individuals
  • Hard of Hearing
  • Low Vision Individuals
  • LGBTQ+ Community
  • Individuals in Recovery
  • Behavioral Health Clients
  • Transitioning to Stability
  • Broader Community

Why Open Path is Different

  • Communication-Centered Support
    Deaf-friendly, culturally responsive, accessible care for all.
  • Community-Based and Hands-On
    We show up, follow through, and advocate for every individual.
  • Personalized Care Coordination
    Individualized support tailored to each person's unique needs and goals.
  • Housing Connection
    Direct access to stable housing through Mother Mayes House.
Who We Serve

Behavioral Health Support
for Every Community.

Open Path was built around specialized care for the Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and Low Vision communities — and that same commitment extends to every person who walks through our doors. Recovery, identity, service, circumstance — whatever your path, there's a place for you here.

Communities We Serve

You Belong Here

We provide community-based behavioral health support, care coordination, and recovery services to individuals across Maryland — with a focus on those who have been underserved, overlooked, or left behind by traditional systems.

Inclusive Care

Our founding focus. Communication-accessible, culturally responsive care — with ASL-friendly services, interpreter support, and deep respect for Deaf culture and the Low Vision community.

LGBTQ+ Community

Identity-affirming behavioral health support with no judgment, no barriers. Whether you're navigating mental health, recovery, or community-based services — we see you and we're here.

Individuals in Recovery

Recovery is a process, not a destination. We provide recovery support services, care coordination, and life skills development to help individuals build lasting stability.

Veterans

Those who've served deserve support that understands what they've been through. We help veterans navigate behavioral health care, community resources, and the path back to stability.

Marginalized & Underserved Communities

Systems fail people every day — through gaps in access, cultural mismatches, and a lack of real advocacy. We exist to close those gaps for anyone who has slipped through the cracks.

General Community

You don't have to belong to a specific community to deserve support. Any Maryland resident who qualifies for community-based behavioral health services is welcome here.

Across Every Community

The Same Standard of Care.
Every Time.

Regardless of who you are or where you're starting from, Open Path brings the same level of commitment: personalized support, consistent follow-through, and a team that advocates for you — not just refers you.

We specialize in meeting people where they are and walking with them toward stability — through behavioral health, care coordination, life skills, and access to housing through Mother Mayes House.

  • Care Coordination
    Connecting you to the right services, every step of the way.
  • Behavioral Health Support
    PRP, OMHC, and community-based mental health services.
  • Recovery Support
    Ongoing support for individuals in or pursuing recovery.
  • Housing Navigation
    Access to stable housing through Mother Mayes House.

Not sure where you fit? Start here.

If you're in Maryland and need behavioral health support — whatever your situation, background, or community — we're here to help you find the right path forward.

Get Started

Request Support or Submit a Referral

Select the form that fits your situation. All forms include a communication preference field. Our team follows up within 24 to 48 hours.

Request Support

Need help getting connected to behavioral health services, community resources, or supportive care? Complete the form and a member of our team will follow up within 24 to 48 hours.

Basic Information
Communication Preferences
What Are You Looking For Help With?
What Best Describes What You Need Right Now?
Current Challenges
Additional Information

Consent

If you are in a medical or mental health emergency, please call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.

Refer a Client

Open Path partners with hospitals, providers, case managers, and community organizations. Complete the form and our team will follow up within 24 to 48 hours.

Referral Source
Client Information
Referral Needs
Current Barriers
Additional Notes
Urgency

Consent

Housing Inquiry / Refer a Resident

Mother Mayes House provides supportive shared housing for individuals working toward stability, recovery, and independence. Complete the form and our team will follow up within 24 to 48 hours.

Referral Source
Your Contact Information
Resident Information
Housing Needs
Current Barriers
Additional Information
Screening Questions

Consent

Mother Mayes House
A Sister Organization of Open Path

Mother Mayes House was built on the belief that housing is the foundation for healing, stability, and growth.

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Supportive Housing

Safe, Structured Housing for Stability and Recovery

Mother Mayes House provides supportive shared housing for individuals who need safe, structured living while working toward stability, recovery, and independence. We are a sister organization of Open Path Support Services, providing a full continuum of care.

  • Safe, structured shared housing environment
  • Recovery-focused atmosphere and community
  • Deaf-friendly housing options available
  • Life skills support and employment guidance
  • Coordination with Open Path service providers
  • Community integration support

Referrals accepted from hospitals, behavioral health providers, case managers, PRP and OMHC programs, families, and community agencies. Follow-up within 24 to 48 hours.

Who We Serve

Who is Mother Mayes House For?

We serve individuals who are transitioning into stability and need a safe, structured environment to support their growth.

Transitioning to Stability

Individuals coming out of treatment, hospital stays, or unstable living situations who need a safe, structured place to land.

In Recovery

Individuals committed to recovery who benefit from a recovery-focused community living environment.

Behavioral Health Support

Individuals receiving behavioral health services who need stable housing as a foundation for continuing care.

Inclusive Care

Deaf-friendly housing options available. Communication-accessible support throughout the placement process.

Returning to Community

Individuals re-entering community life who need structure, support, and a bridge toward independence.

Working Toward Independence

Individuals building life skills, seeking employment, and working toward long-term independent living.

Our Story

We Built This
Because We Understand.

Open Path wasn't created to fix anyone. It was created because too many people were navigating a broken system alone — and that wasn't okay.

Where It Started

This Work Is Personal

As a former Interpreter Training Program (ITP) student, our founder spent years watching people in the Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and Low Vision communities struggle to access care — not because they weren't trying, but because the systems around them weren't built with them in mind.

That stayed with them. Combined with nearly 30 years of experience across multiple industries — and watching his son — a member of the LGBTQ+ community — struggle to find behavioral health support that truly understood him, a bigger picture became clear: the same skills, connections, and drive that helped one person find their way could be built into something much larger.

"I knew there was a need. I wanted to figure out a way to be the best ally and provide those services."

Founder, Open Path Support Services

What We Believe

You Deserve Support That Meets You Where You Are

We don't believe in one-size-fits-all. We believe in showing up — as a partner, an advocate, and a consistent presence in the spaces that have historically left people behind.

Whether you're navigating behavioral health for the first time, facing barriers because of how you communicate, or just need someone to walk alongside you — Open Path was built for exactly that moment.

Mother Mayes House

A Legacy of
Open Doors

Mother Mayes House is named in honor of our founder's mother — a woman whose greatest gift was her willingness to welcome anyone who needed a place to land. No questions asked. No conditions attached.

That spirit lives on in every resident who walks through these doors. Housing isn't just shelter — it's the foundation everything else is built on.

"She would open her doors to complete strangers if they were in need. This is a way to help carry her legacy on."

Founder, on the inspiration for Mother Mayes House

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A Sister Organization of Open Path

Safe, structured, supportive shared housing — built on the belief that everyone deserves a place to heal, grow, and move forward.

What We Stand For

Our Values

  • Communication access is a right, not an afterthought
  • Culturally responsive and inclusive support
  • Community-centered, hands-on care
  • Personalized, whole-person approach
  • Collaboration with providers and families
  • Long-term engagement, not just referrals
  • Housing as a foundation for healing
  • Equity in access for all communities
Who We Serve

You Belong Here

Our specialized focus is the Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and Low Vision communities — but our doors are open to everyone. We proudly serve the LGBTQ+ community, individuals in recovery, and the broader community throughout Maryland who are seeking behavioral health support.

If you've ever felt like the system wasn't designed with you in mind — whether you're Deaf, hard of hearing, low vision, LGBTQ+, in recovery, or simply looking for care that actually shows up — we were built for you.

Contact

Get In Touch

Ready to refer a client, request support, or ask a question? We respond within 24 to 48 hours.

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Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM

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ASL, interpreter, and written communication options available. Indicate your preference when contacting us.

Send Us a Message

For referrals, support requests, or general inquiries. We typically respond within one business day.