Garrett County

Local offices in Garrett County

We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.

• Human services · State office

  Garrett County Department of Social Services

  12578 Garrett Highway, Oakland, MD 21550

  Help here

  • Benefits and family servicesGet help applying for food, medical, and cash assistance and ask about family support services.
  • Child supportGet help with child support services and payment questions.
  Call 301-533-3000DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dhs.maryland.gov

• Public health · State office

  Garrett County Health Department WIC

  1025 Memorial Drive, Oakland, MD 21550

  Help here

  • WICEligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and young children can get food benefits, nutrition support, and referrals.
  Call 301-334-7710DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on garretthealth.org

• Public health · State office

  Garrett County Health Department

  1025 Memorial Drive, Oakland, MD 21550

  Help here

  • Public health servicesContact the department for local health services, clinics, and public health information.Read more
  Call 301-334-7700DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on garretthealth.org

• Mental health and recovery · State office

  Garrett County Health Department Behavioral Health

  1025 Memorial Drive, Oakland, MD 21550

  Help here

  • Mental health servicesCall the department to ask about local mental health services.
  • Substance use servicesCall the department to ask about substance use services.
  Call 301-334-7680DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on garretthealth.org

• Courts and legal help · State office

  Garrett County Law Library

  Courthouse Room 107-B, 203 South 4th Street, Oakland, MD 21550

  Help here

  • Court and legal informationThe courthouse does not have a public law library; contact the court about available assistance.
  Call 301-334-1934DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on courts.state.md.us

• Emergency help · County office

  Garrett County Department of Emergency Management

  Help here

  • Emergency preparednessGet emergency preparedness information and learn about county response planning.
  Call 301-334-7619Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on garrettcountymd.gov

• State office

  Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration Oakland Branch

  400 Weber Road, Oakland, MD 21550

  Help here

  • Driver licensing and identificationApply for or renew a driver license or state identification card at the branch.
  • Vehicle registration and titlingGet help with vehicle registration and title services at the branch.
  Call 410-768-7000DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on mva.maryland.gov

• Library · County office

  Ruth Enlow Library of Garrett County

  6 North Second Street, Oakland, MD 21550

  Help here

  • Library servicesUse your library card to access books, digital resources, and research tools.
  Call 301-334-3996DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on relib.net

Garrett County Government website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Garrett County

Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.

Cities and towns in Garrett County

• Accident
• Deer Park
• Friendsville
• Grantsville
• Kitzmiller
• Loch Lynn Heights
• Mountain Lake Park
• Oakland

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