Rockville
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Local offices in Rockville
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Human services · City office
Housing and Community Development Department
111 Maryland Ave., Rockville, MD 20850
Help here
- Housing and financial assistanceGet information about affordable housing, rental help, emergency assistance, and referrals to local services.
- Emergency utility assistanceEligible residents with a utility shut-off notice may be considered for emergency help after a referral from Montgomery County DHHS.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on rockvillemd.gov
Housing authority · Regional office
Rockville Housing Enterprises
1300 Piccard Drive, Suite 203, Rockville, MD 20850
Help here
- Public housing and housing vouchersFind information about affordable rental housing and housing voucher programs run by Rockville's independent public housing authority.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on rockvillehe.org
Utilities · City office
Utility Billing Division
111 Maryland Ave., Rockville, MD 20850
Help here
- Water and sewer billsGet help starting or stopping city water service, asking about a bill, or paying a water bill in person.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on rockvillemd.gov
Local office · City office
City of Rockville Customer Service
111 Maryland Ave., Rockville, MD 20850
Help here
- City information and service requestsContact the city for information or help finding the right department for a city service request.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on rockvillemd.gov
Older adults · City office
Rockville Senior Center
1150 Carnation Drive, Rockville, MD 20850
Help here
- Senior support servicesOlder residents can get referrals, help finding services, transportation, meals, wellness programs, and financial assistance information.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on rockvillemd.gov
Parks and recreation · City office
Recreation and Parks Department
6 Taft Court, Rockville, MD 20850
Help here
- Recreation programsResidents can register for city classes, camps, sports, and other recreation programs.Apply onlineRead more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on rockvillemd.gov
Checked on October 8, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Rockville
Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.
Food bank
Food banks supply the food pantries and meal sites near you. Call or check the website to find one close by.
Nonprofit
Capital Area Food Bank
4900 Puerto Rico Ave NE, Washington, DC 20017
Listed on feedingamerica.org, checked on October 10, 2026
Free legal help
Free help with civil legal problems, like eviction, benefits and family law, for people with low incomes. Funded by the Legal Services Corporation.
Nonprofit
Maryland Legal Aid
Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Community action
Local nonprofits that help people with low incomes. Many help with energy bills, rent, jobs and taxes. Call to ask what they offer now.
Nonprofit
Montgomery County Community Action Agency
1401 Rockville Pike, 3rd Floor, Rockville, MD 20852
Listed on dhcd.maryland.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Montgomery County
Rockville is in Montgomery County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Public health · Nonprofit
Montgomery County WIC, Community Clinic, Inc.
Help here
- WIC nutrition supportEligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and young children can get food benefits and nutrition support.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on health.maryland.gov
Child support · State office
Montgomery County Child Support Administration
51 Monroe Street, Suite 811, Rockville, MD 20850
Help here
- Child support servicesGet help with child support cases, payments, and customer service.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dhs.maryland.gov
State office · State office
Montgomery County Department of Social Services public service locations
8818 Georgia Avenue, Silver Spring, MD 20910
Help here
- State benefit programsGet in-person help with applications for state food, medical, and cash assistance programs.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dhs.maryland.gov
Housing authority · County office
Housing Opportunities Commission of Montgomery County
10400 Detrick Avenue, Kensington, MD 20895
Help here
- Affordable housing assistanceFind information about affordable rental housing and homeownership programs.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on hocmc.org
Jobs and training · State office
WorkSource Montgomery American Job Center, Wheaton
11510 Georgia Avenue, Suite 100, Wheaton, MD 20902
Help here
- Job search and training helpGet help with job searches, résumés, career planning, and referrals to training.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dllr.state.md.us
Jobs and training · State office
Germantown American Job Center
12900 Middlebrook Road, Germantown, MD 20874
Help here
- Job search and training helpGet help with job searches, résumés, career planning, and referrals to training.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dllr.state.md.us
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
Talk to a person
- 211 Maryland
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988