Emmitsburg

Local offices in Emmitsburg

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

• Local office · City office

  Emmitsburg Town Office

  300A South Seton Avenue, Emmitsburg, MD 21727

  Help here

  • Town services and water and sewer billsContact the Town Office about town services and water or sewer bills.
  Call 301-600-6300DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on emmitsburgmd.gov

• Older adults · County office

  Emmitsburg 50+ Community Center

  300 South Seton Avenue, Emmitsburg, MD 21727

  Help here

  • Older adult programsPeople age 50 and older can take part in social, learning, health, and recreation programs.
  Call 301-600-6350DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on frederickcountymd.gov

• Library · County office

  Emmitsburg Branch Library

  300 South Seton Avenue, Emmitsburg, MD 21727

  Help here

  • Library servicesVisit for books, public computers, wireless internet, printing, and library programs.
  Call 301-600-6329DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on fcpl.org

Town of Emmitsburg website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Emmitsburg

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

Offices for all of Frederick County

Emmitsburg 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

  Checked on 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

  Checked on 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

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on health.frederickcountymd.gov

• Housing authority · 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

  Checked on 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

  Checked on 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

  Checked on 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.
• 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