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Helps patients find local dentists and investigates complaints about dentists in Maryland. Medical Care
- Resolves concerns related to Medicaid, Managed Care Organization, and the HealthChoice Program
- The HealthChoice Helpline for Pregnant Women is available to help expectant and new mothers
Provides information on Medicaid and Medicare health coverage. Insurance Services More Information:
- Provides information about registration and training for medical care providers
- Accepts reports of suspected welfare fraud
- Requests for support may be made by phone and online
- Residents connected to the public system who are experiencing a blockage should call the County before a plumber
Investigates complaints of discrimination and seeks to resolve complaints through informal mediation or formal conciliation. Legal Services More information: - Offers specialized services for families affected by incarceration to address pre-release barriers - Teaches conflict resolution at local detention centers
Provides homeless individuals with an emergency shelter. Temporary Shelter More information:
- Requires individuals be independent with all activities of daily living and without medical needs
- Requires all individuals, including discharges from hospitals and community referrals, to call for shelter placement
- Call shelters directly after hours
- Bulk fuel assistance for oil, propane, kerosene, and others is available November 1st to March 31st
- Utility bill assistance limited to every 12 months
Aims to eliminate inequity, discrimination, and inequality in the community. Advocacy More information:
- Enforces public accommodations and ADA concerns
- Accepts reports of unfair treatment by employer
- Processes complaints against law enforcement
- Enforces local wage laws and investigates complaints, including wage disputes and overtime issues
- Applicants may be homeowners, renters, roomers, or boarders
- Available all year for electricity and during the winter months for heat
- Limited funds available for furnace repair, replacement, and other weatherization procedures
- Assistance limited to once every 5 years
Provides water service and bill assistance resources. Utility Assistance More information:
- Emergency Services crews respond to utility-related issues
- Assists with billing issues, such as lost bills, change of address, and issues paying bills on time
- Payment plans and leak adjustment for high utility bills may be available
- Evaluates and resolves issues. including sewer backups, dirty/ rust water, water pressure issues, water quality concerns, water leaks, and disruptions in service
Provides negotiation and advocacy services for customers facing complex utility issues. Utility Assistance More information:
- Does not provide direct financial assistance
- May be able to help customers with medical issues find financial assistance for utility bills
Offers transportation for individuals with disabilities who cannot use regular public transportation. Transportation More information:
- Includes curb-to-curb service with lift-equipped buses and mobility vans with wheelchair lifts
Enforces laws, ensures the safety and welfare of the public, and works to prevent and stop crime. Law Enforcement More information:
- Accepts complaints against a police officer at any location, by mail, or email
- Coordinates gang, alcohol, and drug prevention programs
- Offers services to victims and witnesses of crimes, such as court accompaniment, updates on schedule changes, and notifications on case status
- Reentry programs include job training, housing, transportation, and referrals to reentry supports
- Child fingerprinting services available
- BGE offers customer service to answer questions about billing, collections, and emergencies
- Customers with special needs may be eligible for deferred payment plans
- Offers HUD home purchase counseling, information, and other housing resources
Provides information, referrals, and resources for behavioral health providers and services. Helplines and Information, Mental Health Services More information:
- Includes suicide prevention, harm reduction, substance use, mental health, crisis services, and more
Provides assistance with complaints related to the public behavioral health system in Harford County. Advocacy
- Accepts reports of power outages and electrical emergencies
- Helps customers who want to apply for budget billing or are having issues with a bill
- Offers a rebate program on select energy efficient refrigerators, air conditioners, and water heaters
- Notifies customers about upcoming electrical issues
- Shares tips to reduce energy usage and conserve resources
