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Alternate Name
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Baltimore City DSS, EAFC
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Description
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EMERGENCY FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Assists families with children under the age of 21, with low-income who are experiencing a financial crisis. Must present an eviction notice from utility company that services have been or will be cut off or other proof of an emergency. Emergency grants are provided for disasters, eviction prevention, lack of heating fuel, utility bill turn-off notices (not including water) or burial assistance. Grant may be used only once in a 24-month period. Will assist those in subsidized/public housing. Note: Must present proof that the emergency was not caused by a family member quitting a job. For more information about Emergency Assistance, use the form to contact the agency, https://dhs.maryland.gov/weathering-tough-times/emergency-assistance/
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Defined coverage areas:
Maryland
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Hours of operation:
Mon: 8:30AM 5PM
Tue: 8:30AM 5PM
Wed: 8:30AM 5PM
Thu: 8:30AM 5PM
Fri: 8:30AM 5PM
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Eligibility
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Once every 24 months for families with children under the age of 21, and pregnant women. To qualify for burial assistance, individuals must receive TCA, TDAP, or SSI. Must meet income guidelines.
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Languages Offered
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Interpreter services available upon request.
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Program Fees
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None.
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Application Process
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Go into your local agency or complete online form for information, https://dhs.maryland.gov/weathering-tough-times/emergency-assistance/
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Documents Required
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Proof of income and wages, assets, and need for all household members. Photo ID and SS cards for all household members. Proof of qualifying emergency. Call for more information.
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Programs at this agency
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Baltimore City Department of Social Services, Adult Protective Services
Baltimore City Department of Social Services, Child Protective Services
Baltimore City Department of Social Services, Recruitment for Foster Care & Adoption Families
Baltimore City Department of Social Services, In-Home Aide Services
Baltimore City Department of Social Services, Medical Assistance
Baltimore City Department of Social Services, Project Home
Baltimore City Department of Social Services, Temporary Disability Assistance Program
Baltimore City Department of Social Services, Social Services to Adults
Baltimore City Department of Social Services, Temporary Cash Assistance
Baltimore City Department of Social Services, Family Support Services
Baltimore City Department of Social Services
Baltimore City Department of Social Services, Family Services, Out-of-Home Placement Program
Baltimore City Department of Social Services, Family Services, Foster/ Adoptive Resource Parent Services
Baltimore City Department of Social Services, Family Services, Family Preservation
Baltimore City Department of Social Services KinCare Center
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