College Park
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Local offices in College Park
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Human services · City office
Youth, Family & Senior Services
4912 Nantucket Road, College Park, MD 20740
Help here
- Emergency assistance for residentsEligible residents can apply for help with urgent food, housing, medical, or transportation costs.Apply onlineRead more
- Youth and family counselingFamilies with children ages 2 to 18 can ask about counseling and support services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on collegeparkmd.gov
Housing authority · City office
Housing Authority of the City of College Park
9014 Rhode Island Avenue, College Park, MD 20740
Help here
- Affordable housingThe Housing Authority provides affordable housing for eligible older adults and people with disabilities.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on haccpmd.agency
Utilities · City office
Department of Public Works
9217 51st Avenue, College Park, MD 20740
Help here
- Trash and recycling collectionResidents can get information about city trash, recycling, and special collection services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on collegeparkmd.gov
Older adults · City office
Seniors Program
4508 College Avenue, College Park, MD 20740
Help here
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on collegeparkmd.gov
Local office · City office
City Hall
7401 Baltimore Avenue, Suite 201, College Park, MD 20740
Help here
- City information and customer serviceCall City Hall for help finding a city department or reporting a concern.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on collegeparkmd.gov
Local office · City office
College Park Connect
Help here
- Report a city issueReport concerns such as potholes, trash, graffiti, or animal issues online or by phone.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on collegeparkmd.gov
Parks and recreation · Regional office
Lakeland College Park Community Center
5051 Pierce Avenue, College Park, MD 20740
Help here
- Recreation programs and facility accessResidents can find recreation activities, fitness equipment, courts, and community programs at this center.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on pgparks.com
City of College Park, Maryland website
Checked on October 8, 2026
Nonprofits that serve College Park
Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.
Food bank
Food banks supply the food pantries and meal sites near you. Call or check the website to find one close by.
Nonprofit
Capital Area Food Bank
4900 Puerto Rico Ave NE, Washington, DC 20017
Listed on feedingamerica.org, checked on October 10, 2026
Free legal help
Free help with civil legal problems, like eviction, benefits and family law, for people with low incomes. Funded by the Legal Services Corporation.
Nonprofit
Maryland Legal Aid
Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Community action
Local nonprofits that help people with low incomes. Many help with energy bills, rent, jobs and taxes. Call to ask what they offer now.
Nonprofit
United Communities Against Poverty Inc.
1400 Doewood Lane, P.O. Box 31356, Capitol Heights, MD 21731
Listed on dhcd.maryland.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Prince George's County
College Park is in Prince George's County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Public health · County office
Prince George's County Health Department WIC Program
7836 Central Avenue, Landover, MD 20785
Help here
- WIC nutrition supportEligible pregnant or postpartum women, infants, and young children can get healthy foods, nutrition advice, and breastfeeding support.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on princegeorgescountymd.gov
Child support · State office
Prince George's County Child Support Administration
4235 28th Avenue, Suite 135, Temple Hills, MD 20748
Help here
- Child support servicesGet help with child support cases, payments, and related documents.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dhs.maryland.gov
State office · State office
Prince George’s County Department of Social Services
9187 Central Avenue, Capitol Heights, MD 20743
Help here
- Public benefitsApply for or get help with public assistance benefits through the local social services office.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on dhs.maryland.gov
Human services · State office
Prince George's County Department of Social Services Community Services Division
425 Brightseat Road, Landover, MD 20785
Help here
- Homeless and emergency supportGet information about shelter, homeless services, food programs, and emergency help.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on princegeorgescountymd.gov
Housing authority · County office
Housing Authority of Prince George's County
9200 Basil Court, Largo, MD 20774
Help here
- Public housing and housing choice vouchersFind information about public housing and housing choice vouchers for eligible residents.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on princegeorgescountymd.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.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on 211md.org
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.
- GoodsClothing, diapers, furniture, a phone and other things for home.
- TransitBus fares, rides and getting to appointments.
- 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.
- LegalFree legal help, and help staying safe.
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
Talk to a person
- 211 Maryland
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988