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Alternate Name
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DSS DHS Cremation
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Description
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BURIAL ASSISTANCE: Provides limited financial help with funeral expenses for deceased recipients of Public Assistance programs when their families cannot afford funeral costs. Individuals who would have qualified for Public Assistance programs, such as newborns, may also be eligible. Benefit is paid to the funeral director. Burial assistance funds cannot be used towards reimbursement of expenses already paid.
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Defined coverage areas:
Maryland - Frederick County
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Hours of operation:
Fri: 8AM 4:30PM
Thu: 8AM 4:30PM
Wed: 8AM 4:30PM
Tue: 8AM 4:30PM
Mon: 8AM 4:30PM
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Eligibility
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Family members of a recipient of public benefits or person qualified to receive public benefits.
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Program Fees
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None.
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Application Process
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Call or visit website to apply.
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Documents Required
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Verification of assets, death, and funeral arrangements.
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Programs at this agency
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Frederick County Department of Social Services, Child Foster Care and Permanency
Frederick County Department of Social Services, Adult Protective Services
Frederick County Department of Social Services, Child Protective Services
Frederick County Department of Social Services, Child Support Administration
Frederick County Department of Social Services, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
Frederick County Department of Social Services, Medical Assistance (Medicaid)
Frederick County Department of Social Services, Social Services to Vulnerable Adults
Frederick County Department of Social Services, Cash Assistance Programs
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Fax Number
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301-600-2663
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Main
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800-332-6347
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Main Email Address
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[email protected]
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Sites offering this Program
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1888 North Market Street
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