Internet Sites

Baltimore City Services

A central directory of services provided to Baltimore City residents, including utilities, animal control, street repair and sanitation.

Baltimore Housing

Baltimore Housing's mission is to ensure that all citizens of Baltimore have access to adequate and affordable housing opportunities in safe, livable and decent neighborhoods.

Finding Help in Difficult Times

A 'how-to' guide of programs and services available to Maryland residents during hard economic times. Published by the Enoch Pratt Free Library.

Maryland Cash Assistance Programs

This page from the Maryland People's Law Library provides information on cash assistance programs for Marylanders.  It lists contact information and links to policy pages for  each program. 

Maryland Department of Human Resources - Energy Assistance

This website from the Office of Home Energy Programs (OHEP) provides links to information on Maryland's energy assistance programs: Maryland Energy Assistance Program (MEAP); Electric Universal Service Program (EUSP); Utility Service Protection Program (USPP); and Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP).

Maryland Energy Administration

This government website is devoted to promoting energy efficiency in the state of Maryland.  It provides information on a wide range of  topics including energy prices, energy programs and policies, financial incentives, and the various sources of energy available in Maryland.

Maryland Low-Income Energy Programs

This website lists programs that are available through federal, state and local governments, utility companies and charitable organizations, including low-income rate assistance.

Maryland Medical Assistance Programs

This Department of Health and Mental Hygiene website provides detailed information on a variety of medical assistance programs for low-income adults, families, and children in Maryland. 

Mayor's Office of Human Services

This website provides contact numbers for all of the departments of Baltimore City Social Services as well as links to emergency food and housing assistance programs. 

Resources for Maryland Families

This website provides links to a wide array of State assistance programs and services for low-income Maryland families.  Topics covered include children and families, seniors, energy, education, employment, and  health care. 

maintained by the staff of the State Library Resource Center, Enoch Pratt Free Library