Harford County, MD — URWP Community Directory
Community Resource Database & Directory
The most comprehensive guide to health, housing, food, employment, legal, and social services in Harford County — maintained by URWP volunteers.
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Last updated: May 2026 — Submit updates to info@urwp.net
Basic Needs
Food & Nutrition
Harford Community Action Agency (HCAA)
FoodEmergency food assistance, pantry referrals, and SNAP enrollment help.
410-612-9537harfordcommunityaction.org
Maryland Food Bank – Harford County
FoodNetwork of food pantries and meal programs throughout the county.
410-737-8282mdfoodbank.org
Harford Meals on Wheels
Hot meal delivery for homebound seniors and disabled individuals.
410-879-7040
SNAP (Food Stamps) – MD DHR
Apply for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits.
1-800-332-6347mymdthink.maryland.gov
WIC – Women, Infants & Children
Nutrition support, food vouchers, and breastfeeding help for families.
410-838-1500
Housing & Utilities
Harford County Housing Agency
HousingPublic housing, Section 8 vouchers, and rental assistance programs.
410-638-3045harfordcountymd.gov
HCAA Emergency Utility Assistance
Help with electric, gas, and heating bills for low-income households.
410-612-9537
Harford Interfaith Services
Rent, mortgage, and utility emergency relief. Clothing and household items.
410-879-2550
SHORE UP! Inc. – Weatherization
Free home energy efficiency improvements for income-qualified households.
410-749-1142
Maryland HOPE – Foreclosure Prevention
Free housing counseling and foreclosure prevention assistance.
1-877-462-7555mdhope.dhcd.maryland.gov
Household Goods & Clothing
Harford Interfaith Services – Thrift Store
Affordable clothing, furniture, and household items. Donations accepted.
410-879-2550
Salvation Army – Bel Air
Emergency clothing, household goods, and disaster assistance.
410-838-9150
St. Vincent de Paul – Harford County
Free furniture, clothing, and household items for families in need.
410-272-4696
Goodwill Industries – Bel Air
Affordable thrift shopping; proceeds fund job training programs.
410-803-0988goodwillches.org
Financial Assistance & Benefits
TANF – Temporary Cash Assistance
Monthly cash benefits for low-income families with children.
410-836-4700mymdthink.maryland.gov
EITC & Free Tax Prep – CASH Campaign
Free tax preparation and help claiming the Earned Income Tax Credit.
410-234-8008cashmd.org
Maryland Benefit Screener
Screen for 30+ benefit programs in one place.
Social Security Administration
SSI, SSDI disability benefits, and retirement services.
1-800-772-1213ssa.gov
Health & Wellness
Healthcare & Medical
Chase Brexton Health Care – Bel Air
HealthFederally qualified health center; primary care on a sliding-scale basis.
410-779-7400chasebrexton.org
UM Upper Chesapeake Medical Center
Regional hospital with charity care and financial assistance programs.
443-643-1000umms.org
Maryland Health Connection – Medicaid
Free and low-cost health coverage enrollment assistance.
1-855-642-8572marylandhealthconnection.gov
Harford County Health Dept.
Immunizations, STI testing, TB testing, and family planning services.
410-838-1500
Prescription Assistance
Maryland Pharmacy Assistance Program (MPAP)
Help with prescription drug costs for Medicare recipients.
1-800-551-5995mmcp.health.maryland.gov
NeedyMeds
National database of drug assistance programs searchable by medication name.
Partnership for Prescription Assistance
Connect with 475+ programs offering free or low-cost medications.
1-888-477-2669pparx.org
Mental Health & Substance Use
Harford County Health Dept. – Behavioral Health
Mental HealthOutpatient mental health and addiction treatment. Sliding scale fees available.
410-877-2122
Upper Bay Counseling & Support Services
Mental health counseling, crisis intervention, and psychiatric services.
410-939-0111upperbaycounseling.org
Harford Crisis Center (24/7)
Walk-in crisis assessment and mobile crisis team countywide.
410-836-2572
AA / NA Meeting Locator
Find local Alcoholics Anonymous and Narcotics Anonymous meetings.
Disability Services
Harford County ADA Office
Accommodation requests, ADA complaints, and accessibility resources.
410-638-3200
MD Developmental Disabilities Administration
Supports for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
410-767-5600dda.health.maryland.gov
Disability Rights Maryland
Free legal advocacy for people with disabilities throughout Maryland.
410-727-6352disabilityrightsmd.org
Maryland DORS – Vocational Rehabilitation
Job training and placement for people with disabilities.
410-638-4922dors.maryland.gov
Family & Children
Youth & Family
Harford County Dept. of Social Services
FamilyChild protective services, foster care, adoption, and family support.
410-836-4700
SARC – Sexual Assault / Relationship Center
24/7 crisis hotline, shelter, and counseling for DV and sexual assault survivors.
410-836-8430sarcharford.org
Boys & Girls Club of Harford County
After-school programs, summer camps, tutoring, and mentorship for youth.
410-272-2227bgcharford.org
Head Start / Early Head Start
Free early childhood education for income-eligible families, ages 0–5.
410-612-9537
Childcare & Daycare
Maryland Child Care Scholarship (Subsidy)
Financial assistance for childcare for working low-income families.
410-767-7128marylandpublicschools.org
Child Care Resource Center – Harford
Find licensed childcare providers, referrals, and quality ratings.
410-560-8700marylandchildcare.org
Harford County Public Schools – Pre-K
Free public pre-kindergarten for income-eligible 4-year-olds.
410-838-7300hcps.org
Education & Schools
Harford County Public Schools
K–12 enrollment, special education, and McKinney-Vento homeless student support.
410-838-7300hcps.org
Harford Community College
Affordable college, GED prep, ESL classes, and workforce certificates.
443-412-2000harford.edu
Harford County Public Library
Free library cards, tutoring, digital literacy classes, and study spaces.
410-638-3981hcplonline.info
Adult Literacy / ESOL – HCC
Free adult basic education and English language learning programs.
443-412-2301
Employment & Legal
Employment & Job Training
Maryland American Job Center – Bel Air
EmploymentFree job search, resume workshops, career counseling, and training referrals.
410-836-4550
Harford Community College – Workforce Dev.
Certifications, trade training, and continuing education for career changers.
443-412-2000harford.edu/workforce
Unemployment Insurance – MD DLLR
File unemployment claims and find reemployment services.
410-949-0022dllr.state.md.us
Goodwill Career Center
Free job placement assistance, resume help, and interview coaching.
410-803-0988
Legal Aid & Advocacy
Maryland Legal Aid – Upper Shore
LegalFree civil legal help for low-income Harford County residents.
410-996-0888mdlab.org
Harford County Bar – Lawyer Referral
Referral to local attorneys; reduced-fee consultations available.
410-638-3003
MD Volunteer Lawyers Service
Pro bono legal help in civil matters for low-income Marylanders.
410-539-6800mvlslaw.org
Reentry & Ex-Offender Support
Harford County Reentry Council
Coordinated services for individuals returning from incarceration.
410-638-4200
Maryland DPSCS – Reentry Services
Housing, employment, and benefit connections for returning citizens.
410-585-3300dpscs.state.md.us
Maryland Second Chance Act – Expungement
Learn if you qualify to expunge or seal your criminal record.
Catholic Charities – Reentry Program
Case management, housing support, and mentoring for returning citizens.
410-547-5491catholiccharities-md.org
Special Populations
Senior Services
Harford County Office on Aging
SeniorsCaregiver support, senior centers, transportation, legal aid, and benefits counseling.
410-638-3025harfordcountymd.gov/aging
Senior Legal Services – Maryland
Free legal advice for residents 60+ on housing, benefits, and consumer issues.
1-800-AGE-1100
SHIP – Medicare Counseling
Free, unbiased Medicare counseling and assistance navigating options.
410-767-1100
ElderCare Locator
National resource connecting older adults to local services.
1-800-677-1116eldercare.acl.gov
Veterans Services
Harford County Veterans Services Office
VeteransClaims assistance, benefit navigation, and referrals for veterans and dependents.
410-638-3158harfordcountymd.gov/veterans
VA Maryland Health Care System
Full VA healthcare at Perry Point and Loch Raven campuses.
1-800-463-6295maryland.va.gov
Veteran Crisis Line
Confidential crisis support for veterans and their families.
988 then Press 1veteranscrisisline.net
MD Center for Veterans Education & Training
Job training, housing, and support services for homeless veterans.
410-576-9626
Immigration & Refugee Services
International Rescue Committee – Baltimore
Resettlement, employment, and integration services for refugees and asylees.
443-451-1900rescue.org
CASA de Maryland
Immigration legal services, workforce development, and advocacy for immigrants.
301-431-4185wearecasa.org
Catholic Charities – Immigration Legal Services
Affordable immigration applications, DACA renewals, and consultations.
410-625-2220catholiccharities-md.org
Transportation, Technology & More
Transportation
Harford Transit LINK
Fixed-route bus service and ADA paratransit throughout Harford County.
410-420-5466harfordcountymd.gov/transit
Medical Assistance Transportation (MATP)
Free rides to medical appointments for Medicaid recipients.
410-838-5990
Senior Ride Harford
Volunteer driver program for seniors needing rides to appointments and errands.
410-638-3025
Free & Low-Cost Computers
Harford County Free Laptop Program
Digital2,500 free laptops distributed via the Maryland Connected Devices program. Income must be at or below 200% of the federal poverty level, or you receive SNAP, Medicaid, WIC, or other government assistance.
410-638-3200harfordcountymd.gov/FreeLaptops
PCs for People – Baltimore
Refurbished laptops and desktops at very low cost for income-qualified individuals and families.
Digitunity – Find Local Free Computers
Search your zip code to find vetted local organizations with free or reduced-cost computers available in Harford County.
Goodwill – Refurbished Tech
Shop ShopGoodwill.com for donated, low-cost laptops and desktops. No income requirement.
Free & Discounted Internet
Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP)
Federal program providing up to $30/month off your internet bill. Must receive SNAP, Medicaid, WIC, Pell Grant, or earn below 200% poverty level.
Comcast Internet Essentials
High-speed internet for $9.95/month for qualifying low-income households. Includes a free Wi-Fi router.
1-855-846-8376internetessentials.com
Lifeline Program
Free or heavily discounted monthly phone or internet service for households receiving Medicaid, SNAP, SSI, or Federal Public Housing Assistance.
1-800-234-9473lifelinesupport.org
Free Phones & Mobile Data
Safelink Wireless (TracFone)
Free smartphone, monthly minutes, texts, and data through the federal Lifeline program. Must qualify for Medicaid, SNAP, SSI, or other assistance.
1-800-723-3546safelinkwireless.com
Q Link Wireless
Free 4G LTE smartphone and unlimited talk, text, and data through Lifeline + ACP programs.
Access Wireless
Free cell phone and monthly service for income-eligible Maryland residents. Apply online in minutes.
211 Maryland – Digital Navigator Program
Call 211 and ask about the Digital Navigator program — free one-on-one help finding internet, devices, and tech training in your specific Harford County zip code.
211
Free Computer Use & Training
Harford County Public Library – All Branches
Free computer and internet access at every branch. Branches in Bel Air, Aberdeen, Edgewood, Fallston, Havre de Grace, Jarrettsville, and more.
410-638-3981hcplonline.info
Harford County Library – Digital Literacy Classes
Free classes on computer use, email, internet, smartphones, and Microsoft Office. All skill levels welcome.
410-638-3981hcplonline.info
Harford Community College – Adult Ed Tech Classes
Free and low-cost computer basics, Microsoft Office, and job skills tech classes for adults through continuing education.
443-412-2301harford.edu
Disaster Relief & Emergency Prep
American Red Cross – Chesapeake Region
Disaster relief, emergency shelter, and home fire safety programs.
410-764-7100redcross.org
Harford County Emergency Management
Local emergency alerts, preparedness resources, and disaster recovery support.
410-638-3200harfordcountymd.gov/ema
FEMA Disaster Assistance
Apply for federal aid after a presidentially declared disaster.
1-800-621-3362disasterassistance.gov
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