Kent County
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Local offices in Kent County
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Human services · State office
Kent County Department of Social Services
350 High Street, Chestertown, MD 21620
Help here
- Benefits and family supportApply for public benefits and get help with family support services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dhs.maryland.gov
Public health · State office
Kent County WIC Office
151 Dixon Drive, Suite 2, Chestertown, MD 21620
Help here
- WIC food and nutrition supportApply for food benefits and nutrition support for pregnant people, new parents, infants, and young children.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on health.maryland.gov
Child support · State office
Child Support Administration, Kent County
315 High Street, Suite 208, Chestertown, MD 21620
Help here
- Child support servicesGet help with child support services and payments.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dhs.maryland.gov
Public health · State office
Kent County Health Department
125 South Lynchburg Street, Chestertown, MD 21620
Help here
- Public health servicesGet local public health services and information from the county health department.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on kenthd.org
Mental health and recovery · State office
Kent County Health Department Outpatient Mental Health Center
300 Scheeler Road, Chestertown, MD 21620
Help here
- Outpatient mental health careSchedule mental health evaluations, therapy, and medication management.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on kenthd.org
Courts and legal help · State office
Kent County Circuit Court Law Library
103 North Cross Street, Chestertown, MD 21620
Help here
- Court and legal research resourcesUse court and legal research resources at the courthouse law library.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on courts.state.md.us
Older adults · Regional office
Upper Shore Aging, Inc.
100 Schauber Road, Chestertown, MD 21620
Help here
- Aging and disability supportGet information and support for older adults, caregivers, and people with disabilities.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on uppershoreaging.org
Emergency help · County office
Kent County Office of Emergency Services
104 Vickers Drive, Unit D, Chestertown, MD 21620
Help here
- Emergency preparedness and alertsGet emergency preparedness information and sign up for county emergency alerts.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on kentcounty.com
Jobs and training · State office
Kent County American Job Center
115A Lynchburg Street, Chestertown, MD 21620
Help here
- Employment and workforce helpGet help with job searches, employment services, and workforce programs.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on labor.maryland.gov
Library · Regional office
Kent County Public Library
Help here
- Library materials and learning resourcesBorrow books and use free learning, research, technology, and career resources.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on kentcountylibrary.org
Checked on October 8, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals in Kent County, closest to the center of Chestertown first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Free grocery market
Pratt Free Market
Enoch Pratt Free Library
27 miles from the center of Chestertown3601 Eastern Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21224
Hours
- Fri2 PM to 5 PM. No regular distribution on Pantry on the Go dates or library closures
Who can come: People in the community who need food
What to bring: A free ticket is required for admission to regular Friday distribution
Listed on prattlibrary.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
AHA's Pantry
Angels Helping Angels
28 miles from the center of Chestertown1401 North Milton Ave, Baltimore, MD 21213
Hours
- Sat12 PM to 2 PM (1st and 3rd of the month)
Who can come: People with acute or chronic need in the greater Baltimore area
What to bring: Register to receive food
Listed on ahamd.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
New Life Food Pantry
28 miles from the center of Chestertown2401 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
Free meals
Prepared Meals
City of Refuge Baltimore
28 miles from the center of Chestertown3501 7th Street, Baltimore, MD 21225
Hours
- Mon11 AM to 1 PM
- Tue11 AM to 1 PM
- Wed11 AM to 1 PM
- Thu11 AM to 1 PM
Who can come: Everyone
Listed on corbaltimore.squarespace.com, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Beans & Bread
St. Vincent de Paul of Baltimore
28 miles from the center of Chestertown400 S. Bond Street, Baltimore, MD 21231
Hours
- Mon9 AM to 10 AM. Breakfast; 11 AM to 1 PM. Lunch
- Tue9 AM to 10 AM. Breakfast; 11 AM to 1 PM. Lunch
- Wed9 AM to 10 AM. Breakfast; 11 AM to 1 PM. Lunch
- Thu9 AM to 10 AM. Breakfast; 11 AM to 1 PM. Lunch
- Fri9 AM to 10 AM. Breakfast; 11 AM to 1 PM. Lunch
Listed on vincentbaltimore.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Our Daily Bread Employment Center
Catholic Charities of Baltimore
29 miles from the center of Chestertown725 Fallsway, Baltimore, MD 21202
Hours
Hours not listed. Call first.
The daily meal is served every day (beginning at 10:30 a.m.). Breakfast is served every weekday to the elderly and those with special needs.
Who can come: Men and women in need across the greater Baltimore area. Lunch is open to anyone in need. Breakfast is for adults 55 and older and veterans of any age.
Listed on cc-md.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Kent 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
Maryland Rural Development Corporation
101 Cedar Lane, Greensboro, MD 21639
Listed on dhcd.maryland.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Cities and towns in Kent 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.
Call 988Text 988