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Provides one-on-one counseling and referrals to local resources.Information and ReferralMore information: Assists with completing forms for applications such as SNAP, MEAP, Medical Assistance, Childcare Subsidy, Financial Assistance, and more Helps find resources for mental health, domestic violence, grief and loss support, parenting resources, LGBTQIA+ support, senior services, substance abuse, and youth services Drop-in office hours are offered on a first-come, first-served basis

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Benefits Screening
Benefits Screening
Mental Health Information/Education
Temporary Financial Assistance
Certificates/Forms Assistance
Legal Services
SNAP
Medicaid Information/Counseling
SNAP / Food Stamps
Child Care Expense Assistance
Specialized Information and Referral
Child Care Expense Assistance
Food Stamps/SNAP
Information Sources
Health Insurance / Medicaid
Helps individuals secure permanent housing to prevent homelessness.HousingMore information:Serves to rapidly re-house eligible individualsProvides case management services, temporary financial assistance, legal assistance, and referrals to healthcare

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Child Care Expense Assistance
Electric Service Payment Assistance
Gas Service Payment Assistance
Child Care Expense Assistance
Transportation
Homeless Permanent Supportive Housing
Rental Deposit Assistance
Rent Payment Assistance
Utility Bill Assistance
Water Service Payment Assistance
Case/Care Management
Transportation Expense Assistance
Veterans
Provides one-on-one counseling and referrals to local resources.Information and ReferralMore information: Assists with completing forms for applications such as SNAP, MEAP, Medical Assistance, Childcare Subsidy, Financial Assistance, and more Helps find resources for mental health, domestic violence, grief and loss support, parenting resources, LGBTQIA+ support, senior services, substance abuse, and youth services Drop-in office hours are offered on a first-come, first-served basis

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Benefits Screening
Benefits Screening
Mental Health Information/Education
Temporary Financial Assistance
Certificates/Forms Assistance
Legal Services
SNAP
Medicaid Information/Counseling
SNAP / Food Stamps
Child Care Expense Assistance
Specialized Information and Referral
Child Care Expense Assistance
Food Stamps/SNAP
Information Sources
Health Insurance / Medicaid
Provides one-on-one counseling and referrals to local resources.Information and ReferralMore information: Assists with completing forms for applications such as SNAP, MEAP, Medical Assistance, Childcare Subsidy, Financial Assistance, and more Helps find resources for mental health, domestic violence, grief and loss support, parenting resources, LGBTQIA+ support, senior services, substance abuse, and youth services Drop-in office hours are offered on a first-come, first-served basis

Categories

Benefits Screening
Benefits Screening
Mental Health Information/Education
Temporary Financial Assistance
Certificates/Forms Assistance
Legal Services
SNAP
Medicaid Information/Counseling
SNAP / Food Stamps
Child Care Expense Assistance
Specialized Information and Referral
Child Care Expense Assistance
Food Stamps/SNAP
Information Sources
Health Insurance / Medicaid
Provides financial assistance for childcare so that eligible parents may attend work or school. Child Care Expense AssistanceMore information: Case managers help locate resources, select childcare, and pursue child support

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Volunteer Opportunities
Child Care Expense Assistance
Child Care Expense Assistance
Provides working families with financial assistance to help cover childcare expenses.Child Care Expense AssistanceMore information: Can help locate licensed childcare providers
Provides financial assistance for childcare so that eligible parents may find or maintain employment.Child Care Expense Assistance More information: Covers registration fees, co-pays, and any arrears that could lead to disenrollmentMay offer advance payments to childcare providers, depending on availability of funds

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Child Care Expense Assistance
COVID-19
Child Care Expense Assistance
Provides one-on-one counseling and referrals to local resources.Information and ReferralMore information: Assists with completing forms for applications such as SNAP, MEAP, Medical Assistance, Childcare Subsidy, Financial Assistance, and more Helps find resources for mental health, domestic violence, grief and loss support, parenting resources, LGBTQIA+ support, senior services, substance abuse, and youth services Drop-in office hours are offered on a first-come, first-served basis

Categories

Benefits Screening
Benefits Screening
Mental Health Information/Education
Temporary Financial Assistance
Certificates/Forms Assistance
Legal Services
SNAP
Medicaid Information/Counseling
SNAP / Food Stamps
Child Care Expense Assistance
Specialized Information and Referral
Child Care Expense Assistance
Food Stamps/SNAP
Information Sources
Health Insurance / Medicaid
Offers a financial assistance hotline providing free advice on bankruptcy assistance, mortgage delinquency counseling, and foreclosure prevention.HelplinesMore information:Provides a free mobile app for users to download named: Trusted HelplinesAlso provides helplines for debt relief, discount prescriptions, rehab helplines for substance use disorders and more

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Child Care Expense Assistance
Legal Services
Core Skills for Life & Work / Financial Literacy
Bankruptcy Assistance
Lawyer Referral Services
Debt Consolidation Services
Provides one-on-one counseling and referrals to local resources.Information and ReferralMore information: Assists with completing forms for applications such as SNAP, MEAP, Medical Assistance, Childcare Subsidy, Financial Assistance, and more Helps find resources for mental health, domestic violence, grief and loss support, parenting resources, LGBTQIA+ support, senior services, substance abuse, and youth services Drop-in office hours are offered on a first-come, first-served basis

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Benefits Screening
Benefits Screening
Mental Health Information/Education
Temporary Financial Assistance
Certificates/Forms Assistance
Legal Services
SNAP
Medicaid Information/Counseling
SNAP / Food Stamps
Child Care Expense Assistance
Specialized Information and Referral
Child Care Expense Assistance
Food Stamps/SNAP
Information Sources
Health Insurance / Medicaid
Maintains a list of childcare services in Maryland.Information and ReferralMore information:Includes programs for children with special needs, overnight care, drop-in assistance, and emergency shelterHelps with scholarship applications for some services

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Child Care Expense Assistance
LOCATE Child Care - Special Needs
Child Care Expense Assistance
Child Care Provider Referrals
Child Care Referrals
Provides military families with grants, scholarships, and interest-free loans for unexpected emergencies. Emergency Financial AssistanceMore information:. Loans may be used for vehicle, travel, medical, dental, childcare, respite, or funeral expenses

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Transportation
Child Care Expense Assistance
Medical Care Expense Assistance
Respite Care Subsidies
Transportation Expense Assistance
LOCATE Child Care - Special Needs
Burial/Cremation Expense Assistance
Air Force
Respite Care/Family Caregiver Support/Support Groups
Child Care Expense Assistance
Provides one-on-one counseling and referrals to local resources.Information and ReferralMore information: Assists with completing forms for applications such as SNAP, MEAP, Medical Assistance, Childcare Subsidy, Financial Assistance, and more Helps find resources for mental health, domestic violence, grief and loss support, parenting resources, LGBTQIA+ support, senior services, substance abuse, and youth services Drop-in office hours are offered on a first-come, first-served basis

Categories

Benefits Screening
Benefits Screening
Mental Health Information/Education
Temporary Financial Assistance
Certificates/Forms Assistance
Legal Services
SNAP
Medicaid Information/Counseling
SNAP / Food Stamps
Child Care Expense Assistance
Specialized Information and Referral
Child Care Expense Assistance
Food Stamps/SNAP
Information Sources
Health Insurance / Medicaid
Provides individuals experiencing a high-risk pregnancy with financial assistance for rent, utilities, daycare, medical expenses, and other bills.Financial AssistanceMore information: Assistance is limited to $500

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Utility Bill Assistance
Gas Service Payment Assistance
Rent Payment Assistance
Heating Fuel Payment Assistance
Child Care Expense Assistance
Water Service Payment Assistance
Electric Service Payment Assistance
Medical Care Expense Assistance
Pregnant Individuals
Housing / Shelter
Child Care Expense Assistance
Provides financial assistance for child care so that eligible parents may attend work or school. Child Care Expense Assistance

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