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- Maryland Department of Health (MDH)They offer a wide overview of information, options, and services concerning Medical Insurance and Medical Waiver Services provided to individuals in Maryland. Address: 201 W. Preston Street, Baltimore, MD 21201; Contact numbers: 410-767-6500, or 1-877-463-3464.
- Maryland Children’s Health Program (MCHP): This program gives medical assistance to children in Maryland.
- Employed Individuals and Disabilities (EID): Individuals who work and do not meet regular MA guidelines can get pharmacy/basic health services from the Maryland Primary Adult Care Program (PAC).
- Community Personal Care Assistance (CPAS): Provides assistance with nurse monitoring/support in the home.
- Community First Choice (CFC): This offers community services to support older adults and people with disabilities who live in their own homes. Contact number: 410-767-1739.
- Community Options Waiver: Offers community services and support. The individual must meet a nursing facility level of care. Contact number: 410-767-1739 or contact the Waiver Services Registry at 1-844-627-5465.
- Developmental Disabilities AdministrationAn MDH administration that provides services and resources for people with developmental disabilities.
- Central Region, 1401 Severn Street, Baltimore, MD 21230, 410-234-8200
- Western Region, 1360, Marshall Street, Hagerstown, MD 21740 301-791-4670
- Maryland Relayoffers alternatives to the traditional landline telephone. One of the options provides images of important people and places such as Family and 911, which can be accessed by pressing the picture. This is helpful for anyone with visual, audio, or social disabilities.
- Maryland Department of Human Resources:This is where you can find links to apply to the Department of Social Services, temporary cash assistance, food stamps, Medical Assistance, etc.
- Medical Assistance:Apply at their website, or contact them by phone at 1-855-642-8572. You could also visit your local Health Department or the Department of Social Services Agency in your County to apply.
- Social Security Administration:Social Security Disability Income (SSDI), Social Security Income (SSI), Retirement benefits; Contact number: 1-800- 772-1213.
- Maryland Access Point:This service connects you to health and support services throughout Maryland. Contact number: 1-844-627-5465.
- MARYLAND COMMUNITY SERVICES:Gives you different links to different counties where you can find support and assistance.
- 2-1-1 Maryland:Provides connection to health and human services resources in the community. 24 hours a day/7 days a week; Phone: 211
Employment Resources (assistance with career counseling, training, and finding employment)
- Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS):Serves all counties; Contact number: 410-554-9442.
- Maryland One-Stop Career Centers:Serves all counties; Contact number: 410-230-6001.
- Maryland PROMISE (MD PROMISE):This is a free statewide program and research study created to assist eligible young adults who receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and who are planning for the youth’s transition from school into adulthood. Contact number: 1-888-232-8554.
- Maryland Employment 1st:Employment First facilitates the full inclusion of people with the most significant disabilities in the workplace and community. Under the Employment First approach, youth and adults with significant disabilities can take advantage of community-based, integrated employment services.
Housing (for people with low income, elderly, and/or individuals with disabilities)
Legal Assistance
Mental Health
Psychological Testing
- Humanim
- Address: 6355, Woodside Ct, Columbia, MD
- Phone: 410-381-7171
- Loyola Clinical Center
- Address: 5911 York Rd, Suite 100, Baltimore, MD
- Phone: 410-617-1200
Voter Rights
- A Know-Your-Rights Guide for Voters with Mental Disabilities and Advocates, You can download this guide online at www.bazelon.org/issues/voting. Print copies are available from the Bazelon Center; for inquiries, email pubs@bazelon.org ;or call 202-467-5730 ext 1311.
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