Frederick

Local offices in Frederick

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

• Human services · City office

  City of Frederick Housing and Human Services

  100 S Market Street, Frederick, MD 21701

  Help here

  • Food, health, and housing supportThe department connects residents facing hardship with food, health, housing, and other support.
  • Housing counselingCounselors help residents with renting, buying a home, mortgage trouble, and reverse mortgages.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 301-600-1506DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on hhs.cityoffrederickmd.gov

• Housing help · Regional office

  Housing Authority of the City of Frederick

  209 Madison Street, Frederick, MD 21701

  Help here

  • Public housing and rental assistanceThe authority offers public housing and housing choice vouchers for eligible households.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 301-662-8173DirectionsWebsite

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

• Utilities · City office

  City of Frederick Utility Billing

  101 N Court Street, Frederick, MD 21701

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  • Water and sewer billsResidents can pay water and sewer bills and ask about charges or a leak adjustment.
  Call 301-600-1421DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · City office

  City of Frederick General Inquiries

  101 N Court Street, Frederick, MD 21701

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  • City information and helpResidents can call or visit City Hall to ask for help finding the right city office.
  Call 301-600-1380DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office

  Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration, Frederick Branch

  1601 Bowmans Farm Road, Frederick, MD 21701

  Help here

  • Driver licenses and ID cardsResidents can apply for or renew a driver license or state ID card at this branch.Apply online
  Call 410-768-7000DirectionsWebsite

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

• Parks and recreation · City office

  City of Frederick Parks and Recreation

  121 N Bentz Street, Frederick, MD 21701

  Help here

  • Programs, classes, and facilitiesResidents can register for recreation programs and classes or reserve city facilities.
  Call 301-600-1492DirectionsWebsite

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

The City of Frederick, MD website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Frederick

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

Offices for all of Frederick County

Frederick is in Frederick County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Human services · State office

  Frederick County Department of Social Services

  1888 North Market Street, Frederick, MD 21701

  Help here

  • Food, cash, and medical assistanceApply for food, cash, and medical assistance programs through the local social services office.Apply online
  • Child supportGet help with child support services and case questions.
  Call 301-600-4555DirectionsWebsite

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

• Community action · Regional office

  Frederick Community Action Agency

  100 South Market Street, Frederick, MD 21701

  Help here

  • Food and shelter supportPeople with low incomes or without housing can ask about meals, foodbank help, and shelter services.
  • Community health careGet information about primary care and health services for people with low incomes or without housing.
  Call 301-600-1506DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · County office

  Frederick County Health Department WIC Program

  350 Montevue Lane, Entrance B, Frederick, MD 21702

  Help here

  • WICEligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and young children can get food, nutrition support, and referrals.
  Call 301-600-2507DirectionsWebsite

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

• Housing help · County office

  Frederick County Division of Housing

  401 Sagner Avenue, Frederick, MD 21701

  Help here

  • Housing assistanceGet information about housing assistance programs, including the Housing Choice Voucher Program.
  Call 301-600-3518DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on frederickcountymd.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 · County office

  Frederick County Health Department

  350 Montevue Lane, Frederick, MD 21702

  Help here

  • Public health servicesFind county health programs and services, including clinics and health referrals.Read more
  Call 301-600-1029DirectionsWebsite

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

Everything in Frederick County

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