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Domestic Violence Sexual Assault Center in Cecil County (The Bridge)
📱 410-996-0333
24 hour crisis number
Cecil County Domestic Violence Rape Crisis Center
📱 410-996-5350
The Bridge Program
National Human Trafficking Hotline
📱 1-888-373-7888
Text BEFREE or HELP to 233733
Human Trafficking Task Force for Cecil County
https://cecilhelp4u.com/human-trafficking-task-force/
Eastern Shore Human Trafficking Task Force
Harriett's House safe house in Maryland
Maryland Human Trafficking Task Force
Sex Trafficking Regional Navigator
📱 443-406-5653
Department of Social Services (CPS)
📱 410-996-0100 option 3
Emergency 📱 911
988 Helpline 📱 988
Cecil County Addiction Treatment Coordination Hotline 📱443-245-3257
U.S. National Overdose Prevention Line 📱 800-484-3731 or 877-696-1996
Never Use Alone
U.S. National Overdose Prevention Line 📱 800-484-3731 or 877-696-1996
Stop Overdose Maryland also in spanish
Cecil County Addiction Services
Cecil County Opioid Misuse Prevention Project
https://www.rewriteyourscript.org/
Cecil County Addiction Treatment Coordination Hotline
📱443-245-3257
find local overdose prevention, addiction treatment and recovery supports
available 24/7
medication-supported recovery (MSR)
📱 410-996-5106
education information on how to ask for help
Education resources on overdose awareness & treatment
Good Samarian Law
Information on where to obtain free Narcan
Overdose Response Program/Narcan training
📱 443-245-3785
Voices of Hope
https://stopoverdose.maryland.gov/
resources for substance use & overdose prevention, harm reduction, treatment, recovery, public safety
Harmony Harm Reduction Program
📱 443-907-0112
free services
educational resources
Prescription Drug Drop-off Locations
how to protect children from drug use
signs of an opioid misuse problem
causes of opioid misuse
how to talk with someone who has an opioid problem
📱 410-996-5106
provides lists of local support groups
Voices of Hope Maryland
📱 443-993-7055
https://www.voicesofhopemaryland.org/
programs to support recovery
Cecil & Harford counties
prevention, intervention, treatment, recovery resources to people in recovery & family members
Recovery Houses in Elkton, Maryland
SMART Recovery Meetings
Narcan Training
SMART Recovery Meetings for Friends & Family
Family & Friends Support Services
Awakening to Hope Family Support Meetings
Grief Support
Drug Free Cecil Youth Coalition
📱 443-593-3900
https://www.drugfreececil.org/
focuses on reducing substance abuse
lists of local company compliance check
Cecil County Alcohol and Drug Recovery Center Resource Directory
crisis hotlines
list of recovery support groups
list of inpatient & outpatient treatment centers
list of centers for mental & behavioral services
list of veteran treatment centers
list of recovery housing
list of homeless shelters
list of medication assisted treatment centers
list of vivitrol providers
list of suboxone certified physicians
list of soup kitchens & support
grief support groups
pain recovery groups
vocational resources
online databases
adolescent & juvenile services
list of inpatient/hospitalization treatment centers
list of outpatient counseling
list of education/pre-employment
programs that offer life skills
school based services
Local practices and agencies provided here are for reference purposes but have not been approved or vetted by church leaders or Family Services. Please contact Brother Dan Hoover or your bishop for recommendations more particular suited to needs of church members.
Serenity Health Clinic
Elkton 📱 443-485-6544
drug & alcohol addiction recovery services
early intervention & prevention programs
medication management
one-on-one & group counseling
short- and long-term detox
DUI Treatment
DUI/DWI Education
prenatal services
peer support
outpatient programs
Ashley Addiction Treatment
📱 800-799-4673
https://www.ashleytreatment.org/
substance abuse treatment
in-patient, out-patient, extended care
Recovery Centers of America at Bracebridge Hall
📱 1-800-RECOVERY
https://recoverycentersofamerica.com/locations/bracebridge-hall/
Earleville, MD
drug & alcohol addiction treatment services
RESCU program for active & retired military members
Project Chesapeake
Elkton Location 📱 443-406-3234
https://www.projectchesapeake.com/
adults & adolescents
Recovery Support Groups for Family & Friends
Al-Anon
Nar-Anon
Families Anonymous
Adult Children of Alcoholics and Dysfunctional Families (ACA)
Community Reinforcement and Family Training (CRAFT)
Grief-Recovery After a Substance Passing (GRASP)
local meetings
resources
community
for those who have lost someone to substance use or addiction
Report Child Abuse & Neglect
📱410-996-0100 (option 3)
Maryland State Child Protective Services
Child Abuse Report Line 📱 1-800-917-7383
Child Support Cecil County
📱 1-800-322-6347
Child Protective Services (24 hours) Cecil County
📱 1-800-917-7383
Cecil County Child Advocacy Center
📱 410-996-0260 (non-emergency)
https://cecilhelp4u.com/child-advocacy-center/
crisis support and guidance
trauma therapy for children
trauma support groups for children
support groups for non-suspected caretakers
emergency financial assistance
safety assessments
court advocacy for victims
referrals to connect families with vital community resources
Cecil County Parks and Recreation
United Athletic Program
https://www.ccps.org/instruction/athletics/unified-athletic-program
through Cecil County Public schools
made up of a combination of students with and without disabilities
Winter Coat Program
📱 410-996-0260 (non-emergency)
https://cecilhelp4u.com/help-center-services/
free coats, hats, gloves from November through March
through the Food Pantry for Cecil County
Cecil County Public Schools
Cecil College
Public Assistance to Entrepreneurship (PA2E) Program
https://dhs.maryland.gov/workforce-development/public-assistance-entrepreneurship-pa2e/
offers classes on starting a business
through Maryland's Department of Human Services
The primary goal is to provide entrepreneurship training for customers with ideas and talent, who are in pursuit of their entrepreneurial dreams of starting a small business while supporting their families
Potential Candidates:
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Recipients
Temporary Cash Assistance Recipients
Non-custodial parents
foster youth
veterans on assistance
Domestic Violence Sexual Assault Center in Cecil County
📱 410-996-0333
24 hour crisis number
Apprenticeship Maryland Program (AMP)
https://www.ccps.org/instruction/career-and-technical-education-cte/youth-apprenticeship-maryland
high school juniors or seniors, age 16+
SNAP E&T (employment and training)
📱 800-332-6347
employment opportunities to SNAP recipients in Maryland
job-driven training employment
free of cost for SNAP recipients
train participants for employment in industries that include, but are not limited to, welding, construction, machine operation, manufacturing, healthcare, hospitality, and computer technology/IT
All SNAP E&T programs also offer job placement, retention, and support services that help program graduates find and keep employment
SNAP E&T employment programs are experienced in helping people overcome barriers to employment, including criminal backgrounds, limited job experience, or limited ability to get to and from work. SNAP E&T can help you move beyond the issues that may have previously made it difficult to work.
Most SNAP E&T training programs offer:
Hard skills training in an in-demand industry
Soft skills training in communication, customer service, and more
Job readiness
Job search and placement
Industry-recognized certifications and credentials
Work experience
Transportation
Referrals to other community services
Resolution of employment barriers, such as a criminal record, legal services, or driver’s licenses
Access to items needed to work, such as work clothing, tools, or textbooks
Support from a personal career navigator and success coach
The Cecil County Department of Social Services Office of Home Energy Programs
📱 410-996-0270
https://cecilhelp4u.com/help-center-services/
offers assistance with heating costs during the winter season
Food Pantry for Cecil County
📱 410-996-0260
Harford County Community Action Agency
for Cecil and Harford counties
Community Food Pantry
Finding Free Food in your community
search by zipcode through Maryland Food Bank
📱 211 or visit the 211 Maryland website
ask your child's school
many schools have on-site pantries or other food distribution for families in need
Food for Children from kindergarten to 12th grade
free or reduced price school meals
Apply for free and reduced price meals through your school district
Forms for all Maryland school districts
can apply anytime during the school year
Maryland Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
https://dhs.maryland.gov/supplemental-nutrition-assistance-program/
helps low income households buy the food they need for good health
SNAP Based Community Based Organizations
A list of organizations authorized by the State of Maryland, Department of Human Services to provide information and to assist with applying for SNAP benefits
free service
FAQ
How do I sign up for SNAP?
email snapteam@mdfoodbank.org
Contact/Visit local Department of Social Services office to request a SNAP application
Maryland Hunger Solutions 📱 1-866-821-5552
How can I make sure I'm getting the right amount of benefits?
report decreases in your income, or increases in shelter, dependent care, or medical expenses by either visiting the local DSS office or by contacting Maryland Hunger solutions for assistance 📱 1-866-821-5552
How can I stretch my SNAP dollars?
shop at farmers markets that participate in Maryland Market Money and get $2 worth of product for every SNAP dollar you spend
Maryland's SNAP-Ed Program
https://extension.umd.edu/programs/family-consumer-sciences/snap-ed/
a food and nutritional education program, promoting recipes, physical activity, and and good health
food resources, tips, and tools on planning, shopping, and eating
finding food in Maryland
WIC
visit the Maryland WIC website to apply
Cecil County Public Health Links
Maryland Health Connection
https://www.marylandhealthconnection.gov/
"Maryland's official health insurance marketplace and the only place to get financial help"
Health Insurance for Immigrant Families
Medicaid Information
Cecil County Housing Agency
https://www.ccgov.org/government/community-services/housing/housing-counseling-services
Free Services include:
Mortgage Default and Delinquency
Homebuyer Education
individual counseling or group classes
Home Equity Conversion Mortgage Counseling (reverse mortgage)
Rental Counseling & Rent Delinquency
Maryland Attorney General's Publication Landlords and Tenants
Budget Counseling
Rental Subsidy Programs
https://www.ccgov.org/government/community-services/housing/rental-subsidy-programs
Housing Choice Voucher Program (Section 8)
Application
Federal Family Self Sufficiency Program (FSS)
case management, resource, and savings program for current Voucher holders
assistance, supportive services, asset building, escrow accounts, homebuying assistance programs
Family Unification Program
special rental assistance may be available to families at risk of children being removed and/or reunited with parents (by Department of Social Services)
Domestic Violence
special rental assistance available to families experiencing domestic violence
Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (VASH)
Cecil County Senior Housing Options
https://www.ccgov.org/government/community-services/senior-housing-options
provides a list of apartment complexes, licensed assisted living homes, and 55+ housing adult communities
includes phone numbers to contact each of the options
Maryland Office for Refugees and Asylees (MORA)
📱 410-767-7514
https://dhs.maryland.gov/maryland-office-for-refugees-and-asylees/
not sure if this is for Cecil county
brochure
Health Insurance for Immigrant Families
ACLU Maryland (American Civil Liberties Union)
National Immigration Legal Services Directory
https://www.immigrationadvocates.org/nonprofit/legaldirectory/
find legal services providers by state, county, or detention facility
Only includes nonprofit organizations that provide free or low-cost immigration legal services
National Immigration Legal Services Directory
https://www.immigrationadvocates.org/nonprofit/legaldirectory/
find legal services providers by state, county, or detention facility
Only includes nonprofit organizations that provide free or low-cost immigration legal services
These are local practices and agencies provided for reference but have not been approved or vetted by church leaders or Family Services. Please contact Brother Dan Hoover or your bishop for recommendations more particular suited to needs of church members.
free search tool to locate local providers
Cecil County Aging and Disability Services
📱 410-996-5295, option 1
https://www.ccgov.org/government/community-services/aging-and-disability-services
Public Guardianship Program
For seniors 65+ lacking sufficient understanding or capacity to make or communicate responsible decisions concerning his person
Community First Choice
A program for Medicaid recipients who need support with activities of daily living , such as bathing, grooming, and dressing, home delivered meals, and assistive technology
Senior Assisted Living Group Home Subsidy Program
Provides financial assistance for individuals 62+ living in assisted living facilities
Long Term Care Ombudsman
Advocates, investigates, and educates residents of nursing homes and assisted living facilities on protecting their rights and enhancing their quality of life
Senior Care
Provides financial assistance with medications, supplies, and equipment for frail seniors age 65+ at risk of nursing home placement
The Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC)
Offers information and assistance, referral services, advocacy and outreach
Cecil County’s ADRC streamlines the eligibility process for state and federal programs, assisting individuals in the Medicare enrollment process, providing health insurance counseling, training, education and caregiver support and respite services
Visit Maryland Access Point and link to health and support services or call 1-844-MAP-LINK (1-844-627-5465) TTY #711
Options Counseling
Provides nursing home residents with information about resources available to them in the community after discharge
Cecil County's The Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC)
State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP)
Free and unbiased Medicare counseling with a certified counselor to discuss enrollment, costs, coverage, plan options, and screenings for Medicare Savings Programs
Counselors provide in-person and telephone assistance in the following areas:
Medicare
Medicare Part D (Maryland Prescription Drug Plans)
Medicare Supplemental Insurance (Medigap Plans)
Medicare Advantage Plans
Medical Assistance Programs
Assistance with Billing, Appeals, Denials, and Grievances
Health Care Fraud and Abuse
Assistance for Disabled Medicare Beneficiaries Under Age 65
Assistance for Low-Income Medicare Beneficiaries
Senior Medicare Patrol
Free assistance with detecting and reporting Medicare fraud, and understanding Medicare bills
National Family Caregiver Support Program
Case management and financial assistance to families and informal caregivers so they can care for their loved ones at home as long as possible
Information and Assistance/Options Counseling
Free and easily accessible help navigating systems, screening for eligible services, and providing resource information by trained Community Resource Specialists in Aging and Disability services
Dementia Navigation Program
Free cognitive screenings, resource coordination, and financial assistance to individuals and caregivers experiencing cognitive decline or diagnosed with Dementia
Cecil County Senior Housing Options
https://www.ccgov.org/government/community-services/senior-housing-options
provides a list of apartment complexes, licensed assisted living homes, and 55+ housing adult communities
includes phone numbers to contact each of the options
Cecil County Division of Human Services (DHS)
📱 410-996-0260 (non-emergency)
📱 410-996-0100 (general information)
https://www.ccgov.org/government/community-services/human-services
energy assistance
community resources
center for sexual assault victims
Child Support
📱 1-800-322-6347
Child Protective Services (24 hours)
📱 1-800-917-7383
Maryland DHS Public Assistance Programs
https://dhs.maryland.gov/weathering-tough-times/
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
SNAP Based Community Based Organizations
A list of organizations authorized by the State of Maryland, Department of Human Services to provide information and to assist with applying for SNAP benefits
free service
SNAP Employment and Training (E&T)
employment opportunities to SNAP recipients in Maryland
job-driven training employment
free of cost for SNAP recipients
train participants for employment in industries that include, but are not limited to, welding, construction, machine operation, manufacturing, healthcare, hospitality, and computer technology/IT
All SNAP E&T programs also offer job placement, retention, and support services that help program graduates find and keep employment
SNAP E&T employment programs are experienced in helping people overcome barriers to employment, including criminal backgrounds, limited job experience, or limited ability to get to and from work. SNAP E&T can help you move beyond the issues that may have previously made it difficult to work.
Maryland Energy Assistance
Temporary Disability Assistance
Temporary Cash Assistance
Burial Assistance
Emergency Assistance
Public Assistance to Adults
Local Department of Human Services may provide more assistance
Cecil Transit
📱 410-996-5295, option #2
https://www.ccgov.org/government/community-services/cecil-transit
reduced fare available for riders over 60 or for those with a Medicare card or a mobility pass from another agency
Transportation Reimbursement Program
for qualified senior citizens, people with disabilities, low income individuals
Travel Training
Cecil Transit provides free travel training to groups or individuals in need of instruction on using public transportation
Volunteer Driver Program
Cecil Transit Demand Response
https://www.ccgov.org/government/community-services/cecil-transit
origin-to-destination transit service for all services
must be scheduled in advance
Cecil Transit Commuter Connections
https://www.ccgov.org/government/community-services/cecil-transit
provides complementary information on commuter programs to determine which commuting option works best for you
ridesharing program
Guaranteed Ride Home (GRH) program
if you carpool, vanpool, use public transportation, or bicycle/walk to work >2 days/week, this program will get you home in event of an emergency
Medical Assistance Ambulance Transportation Program
https://cecilcountyhealth.org/services/access-to-healthcare/medical-transportation/
transportation services for non-emergency medical appointments for qualified Medicaid recipients
Transportation Assistance Program
https://dhs.maryland.gov/weathering-tough-times/transportation-assistance-program-tap/
provides reliable used vehicles that will serve eligible families for two years or 24,000 miles
Potential participants should inquire through their local department of social services TAP Coordinator, or contact Maryland's statewide TAP partner, Vehicles for Change
Veteran's Crisis Hotline 📱 988 then press 1
Chat at VeteransCrisisLine.net/Chat
Text 838255
Domestic Violence Sexual Assault Center in Cecil County (The Bridge)
📱 410-996-0333
24 hour crisis number
📱 1-888-373-7888 (non-crisis)
https://cecilhelp4u.com/the-bridge/
free and confidential services to survivors
safe shelter
individual counseling
support groups
safety plan
legal consultation
children's programs
court & hospital accompaniment
community education
Unsafe Homes
https://www.ccgov.org/government/community-services/human-services
Safe Houses
Wayfarers House: https://www.shelterlistings.org/details/31136/