State and Community Resources

Maryland Department of Health (MDH):   Provides wide overview of Information, options and services regarding Medical Insurance and Medical Waiver Services provided to Individuals. (410)767-6500, or 1(877)-463-3464, 201 W. Preston Street, Baltimore, MD 21201;   Website

programs include:

• Maryland Children’s Health Program (MCHP): Medical Assistance for children
• Employed Individuals and Disabilities (EID): For individuals who work and do not meet regular MA guidelines. Maryland Primary Adult Care Program (PAC) provides pharmacy /basic health services.
• Community Personal Care Assistance (CPAS):  Assists with nurse monitoring/supports in the home.
• Community First Choice (CFC): Provides community services/supports to older adults and people with disabilities who live in their own homes. Contact (410) 767-1739.
• Community Options Waiver: Provides community services/supports and must meet a nursing facility level of care. Call (410) 767-1739 or the Waiver Services Registry at 1 (844) 627-5465.

The Maryland Department of Human Services (DHS) supports Marylanders through food, cash, medical costs, and energy bill assistance. We also work to provide stable home environments for children and adults. Learn more about us online and apply for services at MyMDTHNK.

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Medical Assistance:  Apply at Website, by phone 1(855) 642-8572, or by applying at your local Health Department or Department of Social Services Agency in your County.

Social Security Administration:  Social Security Disability Income (SSDI), Social Security Income (SSI), Retirement benefits; 1(800) 772-1213,  Website

Maryland Access Point: Service that connects people to health and support services throughout Maryland.1-844-627-5465; Website

MARYLAND COMMUNITY SERVICES LOCATOR (MDCSL): Provides links to local Department of Social services (DSS) for: Applying for food stamps, Temporary Cash Assistance (TCA), Medical Assistance, BGE Assistance and many more resources; Website.

HOUSING

Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development: Programs include:  Housing Choice Program (Section 8) & Home Ownership for Individuals with Disabilities (HIDP). (301) 429-7751; Website

Maryland Housing Search: For locating affordable rental housing; Website

US Dept. of Housing and Urban Development: Rental Housing/Rental Assistance /Subsidized Apartments Website

FUTURE PLANNING/GUARDIANSHIP

Maryland Healthcare Decision Making:  Website

EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE (Call 911 in the event of an emergency)

MD Crisis Hotline: 1 (800) 422-0009

Maryland Advanced Directives, http://www.marylandattorneygeneral.gov/Health%20Policy%20Documents/adirective.pdf.