Baltimore County

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
  Call 800-332-6347DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on 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.
  Call 410-887-6000DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on 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.
  Call 800-332-6347DirectionsWebsite

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

• Housing authority · 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
  Call 410-887-8383DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on 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.
  Call 211Website

  Checked on 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.
  Call 410-887-6000DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on 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.
  Call 410-887-3828DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on 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.
  DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on 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.
  Call 410-887-2594DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on 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.
  Call 410-288-9050DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on 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.
  Call 410-887-8912DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on 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.
  Call 410-887-7940DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office · 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.
  DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on 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.
  Call 410-887-6166DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on bcpl.info

Baltimore County Government website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Baltimore County

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

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