Baltimore County
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Local offices in Baltimore County
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Human services · State office
Baltimore County Department of Social Services
6401 York Road, Baltimore, MD 21212
Help here
- Benefits and social servicesAsk about food, cash, medical, and other assistance programs.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dhs.maryland.gov
Public health · County office
Baltimore County WIC
1046 Taylor Avenue, Towson, MD 21286
Help here
- WICWIC provides food and nutrition support for eligible families with young children and pregnant people.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on baltimorecountymd.gov
Child support · State office
Baltimore County Child Support Administration
211 Schilling Circle, Suite 102, Hunt Valley, MD 21031
Help here
- Child support servicesGet help with child support services and case questions.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dhs.maryland.gov
Housing help · County office
Baltimore County Office of Housing
6401 York Road, First Floor, Baltimore, MD 21212
Help here
- Housing assistanceFind information about housing vouchers and other housing assistance.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on baltimorecountymd.gov
Local office · Nonprofit
211 Maryland
Help here
- Community resource referralsCall to find local help with housing, food, health care, utility bills, and other needs.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on 211md.org
Public health · County office
Baltimore County Department of Health
6401 York Road, Baltimore, MD 21212
Help here
- Public health servicesFind county health services, clinics, and health information.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on baltimorecountymd.gov
Mental health and recovery · County office
Baltimore County Bureau of Behavioral Health
6401 York Road, Third Floor, Baltimore, MD 21212
Help here
- Behavioral health supportGet information, referrals, and help connecting to mental health and substance use services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on baltimorecountymd.gov
Courts and legal help · County office
Baltimore County Circuit Court Law Library
401 Bosley Avenue, Towson, MD 21204
Help here
- Legal informationUse legal research resources and get help locating legal information.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on baltimorecountymd.gov
Older adults · County office
Baltimore County Department of Aging and Maryland Access Point
611 Central Avenue, Room 220, Towson, MD 21204
Help here
- Aging and disability servicesGet information and referrals for older adults, people with disabilities, and caregivers.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on baltimorecountymd.gov
Jobs and training · County office
Baltimore County Workforce Development Center at Eastpoint
7930 Eastern Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21224
Help here
- Job and career servicesGet help searching for jobs, planning a career, and finding training.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on baltimorecountymd.gov
Jobs and training · County office
Baltimore County Workforce Development Center at Liberty
3637 Offutt Road, Randallstown, MD 21133
Help here
- Job and career servicesGet help searching for jobs, planning a career, and finding training.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on baltimorecountymd.gov
Jobs and training · County office
Baltimore County Workforce Development Center at Hunt Valley
11101 McCormick Road, Suite 102, Hunt Valley, MD 21031
Help here
- Job and career servicesGet help searching for jobs, planning a career, and finding training.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on baltimorecountymd.gov
State office
Maryland MVA Essex Full Service Branch
Middlesex Shopping Center, 1338-A Eastern Boulevard, Essex, MD 21221
Help here
- Motor vehicle servicesVisit the branch for available driver and vehicle services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on mva.maryland.gov
Library · County office
Baltimore County Public Library
320 York Road, Towson, MD 21204
Help here
- Library servicesUse library collections, public computers, and learning resources.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on bcpl.info
Baltimore County Government website
Checked on October 8, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of Baltimore County first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Food pantry
Mercy Court Community Food Share and Pantry
Redeemed Christian Church of God Mercy Court
5 miles from the center of Baltimore County529 Walker Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21212
Hours
- Mon12 PM to 2 PM. Community food share
- Wed8:30 PM to 9:30 PM. Food share
- Thu12 PM to 2 PM. Food share; 2 PM to 5 PM. Food pantry
- Sun12 PM to 1:30 PM. After-service food share
Who can come: Anyone, whether or not they are church members
What to bring: No sign-up, eligibility check, or appointment needed
Listed on mercycourt.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Govans Community Fridge
Govans Farmers Market
6.4 miles from the center of Baltimore County5104 York Road, Baltimore, MD 21212
Hours
Hours not listed. Call first.
Open 24/7
Who can come: Anyone
Listed on govansmarket.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Manna House
8.7 miles from the center of Baltimore County435 East 25th Street, Baltimore, MD 21218
Hours
Hours not listed. Call first.
A nutritious breakfast seven days a week.
Who can come: Homeless and poor people in Baltimore City
Listed on mannahouseinc.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
The Donald Bentley Food Pantry
8.7 miles from the center of Baltimore County624 Gutman Ave, Baltimore, MD 21218
Hours
- Sat9 AM to 12 PM
Who can come: Food-insecure Baltimoreans
What to bring: New clients are asked for their name, address, and household size. Bring your own bag.
Listed on dbfpbaltimore.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Clare's Kitchen
The Franciscan Center of Baltimore
8.9 miles from the center of Baltimore County101 W. 23rd Street, Baltimore, MD 21218
Hours
Hours not listed. Call first.
The kitchen provides a nutritious meal Monday thru Friday and on Tuesday & Wednesday nights.
Who can come: People in need
Listed on fcbmore.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
New Life Food Pantry
9.2 miles from the center of Baltimore County2401 East North Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21213
Hours
- Mon9 AM to 12 PM
- Wed9 AM to 12 PM
- Fri9 AM to 12 PM
Listed on newlifepantry.co, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Baltimore County
Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.
Food bank
Food banks supply the food pantries and meal sites near you. Call or check the website to find one close by.
Nonprofit
Maryland Food Bank
2200 Halethorpe Farms Road, Baltimore, MD 21227
Listed on feedingamerica.org, checked on October 10, 2026
Free legal help
Free help with civil legal problems, like eviction, benefits and family law, for people with low incomes. Funded by the Legal Services Corporation.
Nonprofit
Maryland Legal Aid
Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Community action
Local nonprofits that help people with low incomes. Many help with energy bills, rent, jobs and taxes. Call to ask what they offer now.
Nonprofit
Community Assistance Network Inc.
7900 E Baltimore Street, Baltimore, MD 21224
Listed on dhcd.maryland.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Maryland programs by kind of help
These are run by Maryland and work the same everywhere in the state. Each page lists the programs and how to apply.
- FoodFood benefits, WIC, school meals and food banks.
- HousingRent help, shelter, and help with heat and power bills.
- HealthHealth coverage, Medicare, mental health care and help with drug costs.
- MoneyCash help, disability, retirement and veterans payments, and tax help.
- CareChild care, help for older adults and disability support.
- EducationHelp paying for college and training, and free preschool.
- WorkJobs, unemployment, and the IDs and papers you need for work.
- Legal helpFree legal help with eviction, family law, benefits and more.
- SafetyHelp with abuse at home, a safe place to stay, and crisis lines.
Checked on October 8, 2026
Federal help anyone can use
These come from the federal government, so they work the same in every state.
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people with little income and few resources who are 65 or older, blind, or have a disability, including children.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes and now cannot work because of a disability that will last a long time.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Social Security retirement benefits
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes, starting as early as 62. Spouses and widows may also get benefits.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Medicare
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Health insurance for people 65 or older and for some younger people with a disability or kidney failure.
Call 1-800-633-4227 - Extra Help with Medicare drug costs
Social Security Administration. Help paying for Medicare prescription drug plans for people with limited income and resources.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - VA health care
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Health care at VA clinics and hospitals for veterans who served in the active military and did not get a dishonorable discharge.
Call 1-877-222-8387 - VA disability compensation and benefits
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Monthly payments for veterans with an illness or injury caused or made worse by military service, plus education, home loan and other benefits.
Call 1-800-827-1000 - FAFSA, the federal student aid form
U.S. Department of Education. One free form that opens federal grants, work-study and loans for college or trade school. Many states and schools use it for their own aid too.
Call 1-800-433-3243 - Federal Pell Grant
U.S. Department of Education. Money for college or trade school that usually does not have to be paid back, for students with financial need.
Call 1-800-433-3243 - Lifeline phone and internet discount
Federal Communications Commission. A monthly discount on phone or internet service for households with low income or who get benefits like SNAP, Medicaid or SSI.
Call 1-800-234-9473 - Head Start and Early Head Start
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Free preschool, child care and family support for young children from birth to age 5 in families with low income, run by local programs.
Call 1-866-763-6481 - IRS Free File
Internal Revenue Service. File your federal tax return online for free with tax software offered through the IRS, if your income is under the year's limit.
- VITA and TCE free tax help
Internal Revenue Service. IRS-certified volunteers prepare and file your taxes for free, in person, for people with low or moderate income, older adults and people with disabilities.
Call 1-800-906-9887 - Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)
Internal Revenue Service. A federal tax credit for people who work and earn low to moderate income. It can mean a bigger refund, even if you owe no tax.
Call 1-800-829-1040 - Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Help paying rent in a home you choose, for families with very low income, older adults and people with disabilities. Local housing authorities run it, and many have waiting lists.
- Replace a Social Security card
Social Security Administration. Get a free replacement Social Security card if yours was lost, stolen or damaged. Many people can ask online.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - FEMA disaster assistance
Federal Emergency Management Agency. Help with a place to stay, repairs and other needs after a disaster the President has declared in your area.
Call 1-800-621-3362
Checked on October 9, 2026
Talk to a person
- 211 Maryland
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988