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Baltimore Resource Guide: Help for Nearly Every Need

Whether you need food, housing, employment support, mental health care, disability resources, legal assistance, or emergency help, Baltimore has organizations working every day to support residents and families.


Emergency & General Assistance

211 Maryland

Services include:

  • Emergency housing

  • Utility assistance

  • Food resources

  • Mental health support

  • Employment programs

  • Veteran support

  • Transportation assistance

Phone: Dial 211


Food Assistance

Maryland Food Bank

Provides:

  • Food pantry locator

  • Emergency food support

  • Community meal programs


Bea Gaddy Family Center

Provides:

  • Food pantry services

  • Community meals

  • Holiday support

  • Family assistance


Paul’s Place

Offers:

  • Daily meals

  • Workforce development

  • Peer support

  • Case management


Our Daily Bread Employment Center

Provides:

  • Meals

  • Employment support

  • Career readiness services


Food Rescue Baltimore

Operates free food distribution events throughout Baltimore communities.


Housing & Homelessness Resources

St. Ambrose Housing Aid Center

Helps with:

  • Eviction prevention

  • Affordable housing

  • Housing counseling

  • Emergency support


Project PLASE

Provides:

  • Shelter programs

  • Transitional housing

  • Permanent supportive housing


Weinberg Housing and Resource Center

Offers emergency shelter and support services.


My Sister’s Place Women’s Center

Provides:

  • Transitional housing

  • Women’s support services

  • Recovery resources


Baltimore Rescue Mission

Offers:

  • Shelter

  • Meals

  • Recovery programs

  • Clothing assistance


Employment & Workforce Development

Catholic Charities of Baltimore

Provides:

  • Workforce training

  • Career coaching

  • Family support services


My Brother’s Keeper Baltimore

Offers:

  • Job readiness programs

  • Financial literacy

  • Mentorship

  • Employment support


Baltimore City American Job Center

Provides:

  • Resume help

  • Job placement support

  • Career training

  • Hiring event information


Mental Health & Behavioral Health

Villa Maria Behavioral Health

Offers:

  • Therapy

  • Psychiatric services

  • Family counseling

  • Substance use treatment


Bringing Hope Community Services

Provides:

  • Counseling

  • Psychiatric rehabilitation

  • Employment assistance

  • Transportation support


Baltimore Vet Center

Supports veterans and military families with:

  • Counseling

  • Mental health services

  • Community support


Disability Resources

Baltimore County Commission on Disabilities

Provides information on:

  • Accessibility programs

  • Housing support

  • Disability services


Abilities Network

Offers:

  • Mobility assistance

  • Transition services

  • Senior support

  • Disability advocacy


Main Street Housing

Provides supportive housing for individuals with mental health disabilities.


Legal Assistance

Maryland Legal Aid

Provides legal assistance for:

  • Evictions

  • Family law

  • Bankruptcy

  • Public benefits

  • Immigration support


Public Justice Center

Advocates for:

  • Housing rights

  • Workers’ rights

  • Civil justice issues


Homeless Persons Representation Project

Offers legal support for:

  • Housing disputes

  • Disability claims

  • Expungements

  • Public benefits


Youth & Family Support

Youth Empowered Society (YES)

Supports young people ages 14–24 with:

  • Housing support

  • Workforce development

  • Food and clothing access

  • Behavioral healthcare


Baltimore City Department of Social Services

Provides:

  • SNAP benefits

  • Temporary cash assistance

  • Foster care support

  • Family assistance programs


Resources for Immigrants

Esperanza Center

Offers:

  • Immigration legal services

  • English classes

  • Healthcare access

  • Family support


CASA

Provides:

  • Immigration support

  • Workforce programs

  • Legal assistance

  • Community organizing


Veteran Services

Baltimore VA Medical Center

Provides:

  • Healthcare

  • Mental health services

  • Housing assistance

  • Veteran case management


Additional Helpful Resources

FindHelp Baltimore Resources

Search for:

  • Food assistance

  • Housing help

  • Transportation support

  • Medical care

  • Financial assistance

Baltimore City Community Action Partnership

Provides assistance with:

  • Utility bills

  • Emergency financial aid

  • Employment support

  • Family stabilization services

Final Thoughts

Baltimore has an extensive network of nonprofits, agencies, and community organizations helping residents through difficult situations. Whether someone needs food today, long-term housing support, career guidance, mental health services, or legal help, there are organizations available to assist.

A great first step is:

  • Calling 211

  • Visiting local community centers

  • Contacting nonprofits directly

  • Visiting public libraries for resource navigation assistance

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