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Helping to create change in the lives of Marylanders

creating a better future for you.

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Our Expertise

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MENTAL HEALTH
ADVOCATES

HEALTHCARE
SUPPORT
SERVICES

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SUPPORT &
SERVICES
TO FAMILIES

REDUCE
CHRONIC
DISPARITIES

COMMUNITY
SUPPORT
RESOURCES

ABOUT US

The People Behind It Takes A Village For Change, Inc

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Laura Shears Coates

Laura Shears Coates

CEO and President

It Takes A Village For Change, Inc “Helping to create change in the lives of Marylanders” We believe every person deserves to live with dignity. At It Takes A Village For Change, Inc we provide high-quality, comprehensive healthcare, and support services to the most under privileged. We are here to support their transition towards social mobility and advocate for their needs including mental health care. We provide support and services to families and those suffering from mental health illnesses, homelessness, addiction, incarceration as well as victims of trauma and the LGBTQ community.

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Markita Cook
Board Director

We aim to reduce chronic disparities experienced by low-income Marylanders by ensuring that needed services are accessible, exceed quality, and results are driven regardless of disability or socio-economic status. Our organization wants to be the link to community supports that can help them lead productive lives and provide stability in their futures.

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OUR 
YOUTH

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We are committed to giving our youth the tools to improve physical and mental health so they can learn to live more productive and happier lives.

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If your in need of assistance please contact us here:

Over the phone or online

We are a 501(c)(3) organization who relies on support from donors to provide the quality of services we do. Our tax ID is provided to donors with receipt for your deduction purposes. Donations can be mailed or sent via app to:

413 Eastern Ave Essex MD 21221

Cash App $ITAVFC   |  Venmo ITAVFC   |  PayPal + Zelle 410-689-5057

info@ittakesavillageforchange.org

 

1 (833) 75-TAKES

1 (833) 758-2537

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Office Location:

413 Eastern Blvd

Essex MD 21221

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Accessible from the following MTA bus lines:
Orange #62 and #59

For MTA direct route information call:
410-539-5000 1-866-RIDE-MTA (toll-free)

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