Baltimore City

Local offices in Baltimore City

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

• Human services · State office

  Baltimore City Department of Social Services

  1910 N. Broadway Street, Baltimore, MD 21213

  Help here

  • Public assistanceGet help applying for or managing food, cash, and other public benefits.Apply online
  • Emergency assistanceAsk about help with an eviction notice, utility shutoff, or other emergency bill.Apply online
  Call 800-332-6347DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dhs.maryland.gov

• Public health · City office

  Baltimore City Health Department WIC

  621 N. Eden Street, Baltimore, MD 21205

  Help here

  • WIC food and nutrition helpWIC helps eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and young children get healthy food and nutrition support.
  Call 410-396-9427DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on health.baltimorecity.gov

• Child support · State office

  Baltimore City Child Support Administration

  1100 E. 33rd Street, Suite 201 C, Baltimore, MD 21218

  Help here

  • Child support servicesGet help with child support cases, payments, and services for families.
  Call 800-332-6347DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dhs.maryland.gov

• Housing authority · City office

  Housing Authority of Baltimore City

  417 E. Fayette Street, Baltimore, MD 21202

  Help here

  • Public housing and vouchersGet information about public housing, housing choice vouchers, and resident services.
  Call 410-396-3232DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on habc.org

• Public health · City office

  Baltimore City Health Department

  1001 E. Fayette Street, Baltimore, MD

  Help here

  • Public health servicesFind city health programs, clinics, and health information.
  Call 410-396-4398DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on health.baltimorecity.gov

• Courts and legal help · State office

  Baltimore City District Court Help Center

  500 N. Calvert Street, Baltimore, MD 21202

  Help here

  • Civil court self-helpGet free legal help with civil court matters such as landlord-tenant cases, debt claims, and peace orders.
  DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on mdcourts.gov

• Older adults · City office

  Baltimore City Commission on Aging and Retirement Education

  1001 E. Fayette Street, Baltimore, MD

  Help here

  • Aging and disability supportConnect with services and support for older adults and people with disabilities.
  Call 410-396-4932DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on health.baltimorecity.gov

• Veterans · State office

  Maryland Department of Veterans and Military Families Service and Benefits Program, Baltimore Office

  31 Hopkins Plaza, Room 3020, Baltimore, MD 21201

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits assistanceGet free help understanding and applying for veterans benefits.Read more
  Call 800-446-4926DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on veterans.maryland.gov

• Emergency help · City office

  Baltimore City Office of Emergency Management

  401 E. Fayette Street, Baltimore, MD 21202

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness informationFind information to prepare for emergencies and sign up for local alerts.
  Call 410-396-6188DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on emergency.baltimorecity.gov

• Jobs and training · State office

  Baltimore City American Job Centers

  3001 E. Madison Street, Baltimore, MD 21205

  Help here

  • Job search and career helpGet help with job searches, résumés, career planning, and training referrals.
  Call 410-396-9030DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on labor.md.gov

• State office · State office

  Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration, Baltimore City Branch

  5425 Reisterstown Road, Baltimore, MD 21215

  Help here

  • Driver licensing and identificationApply for or renew a driver license or state identification card.
  • Vehicle registrationHandle vehicle registration and title services at the branch.
  DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on mva.maryland.gov

• Library · Regional office

  Enoch Pratt Free Library

  400 Cathedral Street, Baltimore, MD 21201

  Help here

  • Library system servicesResidents can use library collections, public computers, learning programs, job help, and other services at Pratt locations.Read more
  Call 410-396-5430DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on prattlibrary.org

City of Baltimore website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Baltimore City

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

Cities and towns in Baltimore City

• Baltimore

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.
• GoodsClothing, diapers, furniture, a phone and other things for home.
• TransitBus fares, rides and getting to appointments.
• 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.
• LegalFree legal help, and help staying safe.

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