Assistance Programs & Benefits in Maryland

In Maryland, there are 342 active assistance programs that may help with everyday needs, emergencies, or long-term support. Our free benefit finder makes it simple to see which options might be a good fit for you or someone you care about.

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342 Maryland programs
1,393 national programs
22 counties covered

Many programs in Maryland support people with disabilities, older adults, and those needing help with healthcare, food, veterans’ services, or transportation. You can answer a few quick questions and then explore programs that match your situation. You do not have to share anything you’re not comfortable with, and you can stop at any time.

What kind of help is available in Maryland?

Disability Services
108 programs Senior Programs
98 programs Healthcare
34 programs Food Assistance
11 programs Veterans
11 programs Transportation
10 programs Housing
10 programs Employment
9 programs

Common questions

How can I find benefits and assistance programs in Maryland?

You can use our free benefit finder to explore assistance programs in Maryland. Just answer a few simple questions about your situation, and you’ll see programs that may be a good match. You can then click into each program to read more and decide if you want to apply or learn more.

Who can use this benefit finder, and does it cost anything?

Anyone in Maryland can use the benefit finder, and it is completely free. You can use it for yourself, a family member, or someone you help care for. You do not need to be referred by an agency or service provider to get started.

What kinds of help are available in Maryland?

Maryland has many types of help, including Disability Services, Senior Programs, Healthcare, Food Assistance, Veterans support, and Transportation services. There are 342 active programs across the state, with many focused on disability and senior support, along with other important needs like medical care, groceries, and getting to appointments.

How long does it take to use the benefit finder?

Using the benefit finder usually takes about 3 minutes. You just answer a few short questions, and then you’ll see a list of Maryland programs that may be helpful to you. You can come back and update your answers any time if your situation changes.

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Free, confidential, takes about 3 minutes. No sign-up required.

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