• Home Page - 211 Maryland is a nonprofit health and human services agency that connects individuals to essential services like food, housing and mental health support.
  • Data - Explore our dashboards or request a custom dashboard for your organization to showcase the stories of your community.
  • Contact Us - Contact 211 Maryland about food, housing, or mental health services; data; speaking engagements; and more.

 

About Us

  • About 211 Maryland - Learn about how 211 Maryland connects residents as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit.
  • Leadership - Meet the 211 Maryland Board Members who support the 501(c)(3)'s nonprofit mission to connect Marylanders to essential health and human services.
  • Careers - Want to make a difference in the lives of Marylanders? Consider joining 211 Maryland. View our open positions and learn about our culture.
  • FAQs - Have questions about 211 Maryland? Browse Frequently Asked Questions for answers.

 

Get Help

  • Resources - Find health and human resource agencies that help Marylanders with essential needs like food, housing, utility assistance, and mental health support. Search now.
  • Resources By County - Looking for resources? Search for 211 Maryland resources by county. Tell us your location and we can point you to the best fitting resources for your area.
  • Text Us - Need help with food, mental health support, housing or other essential health and human service need? Text 211 Maryland now.
  • Chat With Us - Need help with food, mental health support, housing or other essential health and human service need? Chat with 211 Maryland now.
  • Text Messages - 211 Maryland offers inspirational text messages that focus on mental health, opioid use and emergency health and public safety alerts. Sign up today.

 

Resources

  • Food - Find Maryland food pantries, food vouchers, fresh food, formula and soup kitchens near you. Also, connect to services that can help with food stamps and WIC.
    • Food Stamps - Find out if you qualify for food stamps, which are offered to eligible low-income Maryland families and households.
    • Baltimore City Food - Are you looking for food in Baltimore City? There are several options available, including grocery delivery.
    • Maryland WIC (Women, Infants and Children) - WIC provides healthy food to eligible pregnant, new, and breastfeeding moms and children under age 5. Find out if you qualify. 

 

  • Legal Services - Find free or low-cost legal services, like help with forms, child support, family law, landlord/tenant help, and general Maryland attorney services.
    • Child Support - Have questions about child support in Maryland? Get connected to legal resources, questions about paying support and applying for child support.
    • Tenant Rights - Maryland tenants have rights when renting a home or apartment. Learn your rights when it comes to eviction, late rent, repairs and more.
    • Being A Landlord - Maryland landlords who own and manage a rental property must follow federal, state and local laws in their relationship with tenants.

 

  • Housing & Shelter - Did you get evicted or become homeless? Find emergency shelter in Maryland, get help paying rent, foreclosure assistance and affordable housing.
    • Eviction Prevention - Are you facing eviction or have concerns about a possible eviction from a Maryland landlord? Find ways to prevent losing your rental home or apartment.
    • COVID Rental Help - Are you having trouble paying your rent due to COVID-19? You may be eligible for financial help with current or past-due rental payments.
    • Mortgage/Foreclosure - Facing foreclosure of your Maryland home? Get free and confidential help to look into a loan modification, repayment plan, or forbearance.

 

  • Health Care - Get more information on how to apply for a low-cost Health Care Marketplace insurance plan, including Medicaid, through Maryland Health Connection.
    • COVID-19 FAQs - Have questions about COVID-19? Get answers to Frequently Asked Questions on mask wearing, contract tracing and testing.
    • Health Insurance - Get affordable health insurance or Medicaid. Learn about health care options if you lose your job or don't have a group plan.
    • Medicaid - Learn about Medicaid options in Maryland, eligibility and get enrollment information.
    • Dental Care - Find free and reduced dental care and clinics in Maryland.
    • Medical Expense Assistance - Overwhelmed by medical bills? Find vital health care resources like medical care, prescription savings and financial assistance with bills.
    • Prescriptions - Find ways to save on prescription medication at Maryland pharmacies, discount drug programs and Patient Assistance Programs.
    • Maryland Prescription Drug Disposal - Looking to dispose of unused prescriptions? Learn about Drug Take Back Day and find out how to safely dispose of prescription drugs at home.

 

  • Veterans - Access Veteran support groups, family assistance, counseling, housing, mental health services and benefit information.
    • Housing Help For Veterans - Housing help is available for Maryland Veterans. Find an affordable rental home, get mortgage help and get connected to homeless shelters and services.
    • Financial Help For Veterans - Maryland Veterans qualify for loan and grant programs for financial hardships, homelessness, substance abuse, food, shelter, health and unexpected emergencies.
    • Mental Health For Veterans - Get support for military-related mental health issues like PTSD, sexual trauma, family and group counseling, depression and anxiety.
    • Employment Services - Need a job? Maryland veterans looking for employment can get access to job training, career counseling, testing and placement help.
    • VA Medical Benefits - Check eligibility for VA medical benefits and find health care in Maryland at a VA hospital or doctor.

 

  • Utility Assistance - Get help paying Maryland utility bills like electric, gas, water and internet. Negotiate a payment plan and learn about disconnection prevention.
    • Water Bills - Did you get a disconnect notice from your Maryland water company? Avoid having your water shut off. Get financial assistance to pay your water bill.
    • Electric Bills - Get help paying your Maryland electric bill from utilities like BGE and SMECO. You can get utility assistance even with a shutoff notice.
    • Heating Bills - Need help paying your heating bill? If you get a shut-off notice, there is help available during winter months for Maryland families.
    • Phone Services - Get a free or low-cost cell phone in Maryland. See if you qualify for Lifeline assistance in Maryland.

 

  • Children & Families - Are you looking for child care, need parenting support, diapers, clothing or formula? Find essential resources for your children and family.
    • Summer Programs - Find healthy food for children when Maryland schools close for summer. Check eligibility.
    • Helping Your Child Through Trauma - Report suspected child abuse, neglect, or sexual abuse. Get help for other adverse childhood experiences like divorce, mental illness and domestic violence.
    • Understanding Child Behaviors - Parenting a child with mental health needs like depression or anger can be challenging. Find support and talk 24/7/365 to a certified resource specialist.
    • Having A Baby - Maryland offers free and low-cost prenatal care, childbirth, nutrition, and parenting support. There is help for pregnant moms and new parents.
    • Parenting Support in Maryland - The Maryland State Parental Information Resource Center mission is to help parents, community members, and educators in Maryland.

 

  • Aging & Disability - Get connected to caregiver and senior services in Maryland, long term care information and counseling.
    • Aging & Disability Resource Centers - Get connected to Aging and Disability Resource Centers (ADRC) for seniors, persons with disabilities and caregivers.
    • Senior Housing - Find senior housing options in Maryland, from independent apartment rentals to nursing homes and assisted living facilities.
    • Caregivers - Maryland caregiver resources are available for anyone caring for someone over age 60 or family members responsible for adult children with disabilities.
    • Medicare Benefits - Learn more about Medicare, a government health insurance program. Find out who qualifies for the program and benefits.
    • Retirement - Get information on retirement benefits like Social Security, activities at Maryland senior centers, volunteer opportunities, and becoming a foster grandparent.
    • Suspect Abuse? - Do you suspect elder abuse or abuse of any adult? Learn how to identify and report suspected abuse in Maryland to Adult Protective Services.
    • Disability Benefits - Learn about eligibility for disability benefits including SSI, SSDI, and the Temporary Disability Assistance Program in Maryland.

 

  • Employment - Are you unemployed? Get employment help to improve your resume, find a job, improve interview skills or get your GED.
    • Unemployment Benefits - Looking for unemployment benefits? Get eligibility resources, job training programs, access GED programs and get tips for when your benefits run out.

 

  • Domestic/Family Violence - Find domestic violence support in Maryland as well as family support for suspected abuse, neglect and runaway situations.
  • Substance Use - Learn more about resources to address substance use. Dial 2-1-1, Press 1 for immediate help. All calls are confidential.
  • Mental Health - Feeling depressed? Thoughts of suicide? Anxious? Using drugs or alcohol? Get connected to crisis and mental health support 24/7/365.
  • Tax Services - Find free or low-cost tax preparation services, for eligible Maryland residents. Plus, get information on the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC).
  • COVID-19 Resource Center - Get the latest COVID-19 information in Maryland, including testing information in your county.

 

Get Involved

  • Work With Us - Are you a Maryland health and human service provider? Add your agency to the most comprehensive database of unmet needs in Maryland or update your information.
  • Partner - Learn more about Medicare, a government health insurance program. Find out who qualifies for the program and benefits.
  • Resource Provider - Are you a Maryland health and human service provider? Add your agency to the most comprehensive database of unmet needs in Maryland or update your information.
  • Book A Speaker - Learn more about 211 Maryland's guest speaking opportunities. We can speak to your organization on how we help Maryland residents connect to their needs.
  • Donate - Ready to change lives and spread hope? Help support 211 Maryland. Your donation can change the lives of Marylanders.

 

Media

  • Newsroom -  211 Maryland is your "go-to" source for health and human services stories. Explore your communities' stories.
  • Podcast - Listen to What's The 211? A podcast about 211 Maryland, its partners and their programs.
  • Marketing Toolkit - 211 Maryland's marketing toolkit offers an infographic, fact sheet, frequently asked questions, and outreach cards for print and download.