Caroline County

Local offices in Caroline County

We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.

• Human services · State office

  Caroline County Department of Social Services

  207 South Third Street, Denton, MD 21629

  Help here

  • Food, cash, energy, and medical assistanceApply for SNAP, cash assistance, energy assistance, and Medical Assistance through the local office.
  Call 410-819-4500DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dhs.maryland.gov

• Public health · State office

  Caroline County WIC

  403 S. 7th Street, First Floor, Room 175, Denton, MD 21629

  Help here

  • Women, Infants, and Children nutrition programApply for food and nutrition support if you are pregnant, recently gave birth, or caring for a young child.
  Call 410-479-8060DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on health.maryland.gov

• Child support · State office

  Caroline County Child Support Administration

  300 Market Street, Denton, MD 21629

  Help here

  • Child support servicesGet help with child support cases, payments, and related questions.
  Call 800-332-6347DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dhs.maryland.gov

• Local office · Nonprofit

  211 Maryland

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall to find local help with housing, food, health care, utility bills, and other needs.
  Call 211Website

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on 211md.org

• Public health · State office

  Caroline County Health Department

  403 S. 7th Street, Denton, MD 21629

  Help here

  • Public health and clinical servicesGet health care, wellness services, and help with health coverage at the county health department.
  • Behavioral health servicesAsk about counseling, crisis help, and substance use treatment services.
  • Medical Assistance transportationArrange transportation to approved medical appointments if you qualify for Medical Assistance.
  Call 410-479-8000DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on carolinehd.org

• Courts and legal help · State office

  Caroline County Law Library

  109 Market Street, Denton, MD 21629

  Help here

  • Legal research resourcesUse legal research materials and contact the library to arrange access.
  Call 410-479-2303DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on mdcourts.gov

• Older adults · Regional office

  Upper Shore Aging, Inc. Caroline Senior Information and Assistance Office

  403 S. 7th Street, Suite 127, Denton, MD 21629

  Help here

  • Aging and disability information and assistanceGet information about services and support for older adults and people with disabilities.Read more
  Call 410-479-2535DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on uppershoreaging.org

• Emergency help · County office

  Caroline County Department of Emergency Services

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness and public safety informationGet county emergency information and learn how to prepare for emergencies.
  Call 410-479-2622Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on carolinemd.org

• Jobs and training · State office

  Caroline County American Job Center

  300 Market Street, Suite 201, Denton, MD 21629

  Help here

  • Job search and career servicesGet help looking for work, planning a career, and finding job training.
  Call 410-819-4549DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on labor.maryland.gov

• Library · County office

  Caroline County Public Library

  100 Market Street, Denton, MD 21629

  Help here

  • Library servicesUse library resources, programs, and help finding information.
  Call 410-479-1343DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on carolib.org

Caroline County, Maryland website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Caroline County

Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.

Cities and towns in Caroline County

• Denton
• Federalsburg
• Goldsboronot checked yet
• Greensboro
• Hendersonnot checked yet
• Hillsboronot checked yet
• Marydelnot checked yet
• Prestonnot checked yet
• Ridgely

Maryland programs by kind of help

These are run by Maryland and work the same everywhere in the state. Each page lists the programs and how to apply.

• FoodFood benefits, WIC, school meals and food banks.
• HousingRent help, shelter, and help with heat and power bills.
• HealthHealth coverage, Medicare, mental health care and help with drug costs.
• MoneyCash help, disability, retirement and veterans payments, and tax help.
• CareChild care, help for older adults and disability support.
• EducationHelp paying for college and training, and free preschool.
• WorkJobs, unemployment, and the IDs and papers you need for work.
• Legal helpFree legal help with eviction, family law, benefits and more.
• SafetyHelp with abuse at home, a safe place to stay, and crisis lines.

Checked on October 8, 2026

Federal help anyone can use

These come from the federal government, so they work the same in every state.

• Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people with little income and few resources who are 65 or older, blind, or have a disability, including children.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes and now cannot work because of a disability that will last a long time.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Social Security retirement benefits

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes, starting as early as 62. Spouses and widows may also get benefits.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Medicare

  Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Health insurance for people 65 or older and for some younger people with a disability or kidney failure.

  Call 1-800-633-4227
• Extra Help with Medicare drug costs

  Social Security Administration. Help paying for Medicare prescription drug plans for people with limited income and resources.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• VA health care

  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Health care at VA clinics and hospitals for veterans who served in the active military and did not get a dishonorable discharge.

  Call 1-877-222-8387
• VA disability compensation and benefits

  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Monthly payments for veterans with an illness or injury caused or made worse by military service, plus education, home loan and other benefits.

  Call 1-800-827-1000
• FAFSA, the federal student aid form

  U.S. Department of Education. One free form that opens federal grants, work-study and loans for college or trade school. Many states and schools use it for their own aid too.

  Call 1-800-433-3243
• Federal Pell Grant

  U.S. Department of Education. Money for college or trade school that usually does not have to be paid back, for students with financial need.

  Call 1-800-433-3243
• Lifeline phone and internet discount

  Federal Communications Commission. A monthly discount on phone or internet service for households with low income or who get benefits like SNAP, Medicaid or SSI.

  Call 1-800-234-9473
• Head Start and Early Head Start

  U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Free preschool, child care and family support for young children from birth to age 5 in families with low income, run by local programs.

  Call 1-866-763-6481
• IRS Free File

  Internal Revenue Service. File your federal tax return online for free with tax software offered through the IRS, if your income is under the year's limit.

• VITA and TCE free tax help

  Internal Revenue Service. IRS-certified volunteers prepare and file your taxes for free, in person, for people with low or moderate income, older adults and people with disabilities.

  Call 1-800-906-9887
• Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)

  Internal Revenue Service. A federal tax credit for people who work and earn low to moderate income. It can mean a bigger refund, even if you owe no tax.

  Call 1-800-829-1040
• Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)

  U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Help paying rent in a home you choose, for families with very low income, older adults and people with disabilities. Local housing authorities run it, and many have waiting lists.

• Replace a Social Security card

  Social Security Administration. Get a free replacement Social Security card if yours was lost, stolen or damaged. Many people can ask online.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• FEMA disaster assistance

  Federal Emergency Management Agency. Help with a place to stay, repairs and other needs after a disaster the President has declared in your area.

  Call 1-800-621-3362

Checked on October 9, 2026