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Local offices in Carroll County
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
State office
Carroll County Department of Social Services
1232 Tech Court, Westminster, MD 21157
Help here
- Benefits and social servicesVisit the local office for help with public benefits and other social services.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on dhs.maryland.gov
State office
Carroll County WIC
290 South Center Street, Westminster, MD 21157
Help here
- WIC nutrition supportEligible pregnant or postpartum people and families with children under five can get food benefits, nutrition education, and breastfeeding support.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on health.maryland.gov
Housing help · County office
Carroll County Housing and Community Development
10 Distillery Drive, Suite 101, Westminster, MD 21157
Help here
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on carrollcountymd.gov
Public health · State office
Carroll County Health Department
290 South Center Street, Westminster, MD 21157
Help here
- Community health servicesGet in-person health services, including vaccinations, dental care, reproductive health care, and screenings.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on health.maryland.gov
Mental health and recovery · State office
Carroll County Health Department, Bureau of Prevention, Wellness, and Recovery
290 South Center Street, Westminster, MD 21157
Help here
- Behavioral health service connectionsCall for help finding mental health or substance use services and recovery support.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on health.maryland.gov
Courts and legal help · State office
Carroll County Circuit Court Law Library
200 Willis Street, Westminster, MD 21157
Help here
- Public legal informationUse legal research tools and get help finding legal information and resources.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on circuitcourt.carrollcountymd.gov
Older adults · Regional office
Carroll County Bureau of Aging and Disabilities
125 Stoner Avenue, Westminster, MD 21157
Help here
- Aging and disability servicesGet information and help connecting with services for older adults and people with disabilities.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on carrollcountymd.gov
Veterans · County office
Carroll County Veterans Services Program
125 Stoner Avenue, Westminster, MD 21157
Help here
- Veterans benefits assistanceGet help applying for federal and state benefits for veterans, dependents, and survivors.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on carrollcountymd.gov
Emergency help · County office
Carroll County Department of Emergency Management and Communications
225 North Center Street, Westminster, MD 21157
Help here
- Emergency preparednessGet county emergency preparedness information and resources.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on carrollcountymd.gov
Jobs and training · Regional office
Carroll County Workforce Development
224 North Center Street, Westminster, MD 21157
Help here
- Job seeker servicesGet help with job searches, career planning, training referrals, and preparing to apply for work.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on carrollworks.com
State office
MDOT MVA Westminster
1106 Baltimore Boulevard, Westminster, MD 21157
Help here
- Driver and vehicle servicesApply for driver licenses and ID cards, take driver tests, or handle vehicle registration and title services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on mva.maryland.gov
Library · County office
Carroll County Public Library
Help here
- Library servicesFind library materials, programs, and information through the countywide library system.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on library.carr.org
Carroll County Government website
Checked on October 8, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals in Carroll County, closest to the center of Westminster 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
26 miles from the center of Westminster529 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
40 West Assistance and Referral Center
40 West Assistance & Referral Center
26 miles from the center of Westminster4711 Edmondson Ave, Baltimore, MD 21229
Hours
- Mon10 AM to 1 PM
- Wed10 AM to 1 PM
- Fri10 AM to 1 PM
Listed on 40west.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Govans Community Fridge
Govans Farmers Market
26 miles from the center of Westminster5104 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
Clare's Kitchen
The Franciscan Center of Baltimore
28 miles from the center of Westminster101 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
Free meals
Manna House
28 miles from the center of Westminster435 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
28 miles from the center of Westminster624 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
Nonprofits that serve Carroll 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
Human Services Programs of Carroll County Inc.
10 Distillery Drive Suite G-1, Westminster, MD 21158
Listed on dhcd.maryland.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Cities and towns in Carroll County
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.
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