Ridgely

Local offices in Ridgely

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

• Local office · City office

  Ridgely Town Hall

  2 Central Avenue, Ridgely, MD 21660

  Help here

  • Town office servicesVisit or contact the Town Office about town services, forms, and local government.
  • Water and sewer billingPay a town water bill or contact the Town Office with a billing question.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 410-634-2177DirectionsWebsite

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

The Town of Ridgely, Maryland website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Ridgely

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

Offices for all of Caroline County

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

• Human services · State office

  Caroline County Department of Social Services

  207 South Third Street, Denton, MD 21629

  Help here

  • Food, cash, energy, and medical assistanceApply for SNAP, cash assistance, energy assistance, and Medical Assistance through the local office.
  Call 410-819-4500DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dhs.maryland.gov

• Public health · State office

  Caroline County WIC

  403 S. 7th Street, First Floor, Room 175, Denton, MD 21629

  Help here

  • Women, Infants, and Children nutrition programApply for food and nutrition support if you are pregnant, recently gave birth, or caring for a young child.
  Call 410-479-8060DirectionsWebsite

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

• Child support · State office

  Caroline County Child Support Administration

  300 Market Street, Denton, MD 21629

  Help here

  • Child support servicesGet help with child support cases, payments, and related questions.
  Call 800-332-6347DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dhs.maryland.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 · State office

  Caroline County Health Department

  403 S. 7th Street, Denton, MD 21629

  Help here

  • Public health and clinical servicesGet health care, wellness services, and help with health coverage at the county health department.
  • Behavioral health servicesAsk about counseling, crisis help, and substance use treatment services.
  • Medical Assistance transportationArrange transportation to approved medical appointments if you qualify for Medical Assistance.
  Call 410-479-8000DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on carolinehd.org

• Courts and legal help · State office

  Caroline County Law Library

  109 Market Street, Denton, MD 21629

  Help here

  • Legal research resourcesUse legal research materials and contact the library to arrange access.
  Call 410-479-2303DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on mdcourts.gov

Everything in Caroline 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