Baltimore County Department of Social Services, Office of Home Energy Programs
https://dhs.maryland.gov/office-of-home-energy-programs/how-do-you-apply/
Resource Details
Alternate Name Baltimore County DSS, OHEP; Drumcastle
Description

UTILITY BILL PAYMENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS: Provides bill assistance to low-income households. Applicants can check the status of their submitted application, find local offices to apply in person, download the OHEP application or be directed to the application portal by visiting www.myohepstatus.org and checking at the bottom of the page.

The Office of Home Energy Programs (OHEP), provides four separate grants, Maryland Energy Assistance Program (MEAP) ,Electrical Universal Service Program (EUSP), and the Arrearage Retirement Assistance ( ARA) and Gas Arrearage Retirement Assistance (GARA). Also, provides referrals to Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) for energy efficiency improvements or weatherization.

WEATHERIZATION: Energy efficiency improvements such as, furnace cleaning and tuning, added insulation, and energy efficient light bulbs are offered at no additional cost to income eligible Marylanders who apply for weatherization program. This can be found in the Crisis Information section of the OHEP application.

Effective July 1, 2025

Household Size    Monthly Income Limits

1                              $2,608

2                              $3,525

3                              $4,441

4                              $5,358

5                              $6,275

6                              $7.191

7                              $8,108

8                              $9,025

9                              $9,942

10                           $10,859

11+ Contact Local OHEP Office


Defined coverage areas:
Maryland - Baltimore County
 
Hours Of Operation Applicants can apply 8AM-2PM to see a caseworker, and 8AM-4:30PM to drop off paperwork.

Mon: 8AM 4:30PM
Tue: 8AM 4:30PM
Wed: 8AM 4:30PM
Thu: 8AM 4:30PM
Fri: 8AM 4:30PM
Program
Eligibility Renters, homeowners, residents of public housing, roomers/boarders and sub-metered homes (where you pay another company, not the utility directly), who meet gross income requirements for 30 days prior to applying.
Languages Offered Accommodations possible.
Program Fees See notes.
Application Process Apply online at https://mymdthink.maryland.gov/ or at the OHEP office. Call or visit local OHEP office for additional information. Application status and OHEP office locations can be found on myohepstatus.org.
Documents Required Copy of photo identity, proof of residence, copies of Social Security cards for all household members (including children), proof of household's total gross income for 30 days prior to application date (from all sources), name of home energy supplier and account number, a copy of the most recent utility bill and a copy of the lease/mortgage statement. Applicants can apply 8AM-2PM to see a caseworker, and 8AM-4:30PM to drop off paperwork. Call for more information.
Programs at this agency Baltimore County Department of Social Services, Foster Parenting and Caregiving
Center for Family Success, Family Support Center
Baltimore County Department of Social Services, Project Home
Baltimore County Department of Social Services, Adult Protective Services
Baltimore County Department of Social Services, Child Protective Services
Baltimore County Department of Social Services, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program
Baltimore County Department of Social Services, Foster Care and Adoptions
Baltimore County Department of Social Services, In Home Aide Services
Baltimore County Department of Social Services, Medical Assistance
Baltimore County Department of Social Services, Family Preservation Services
Baltimore County Department of Social Services, Social Services to Adults
Baltimore County Department of Social Services, Temporary Disability Assistance Program
Baltimore County Department of Social Services, Coordinated Entry Program
Baltimore County Department of Social Services, Temporary Cash Assistance Program
Baltimore County Department of Social Services, District Offices
Baltimore County Department of Social Services, Emergency Assistance to Families With Children
Baltimore County Department of Social Services, Code Blue Shelter
Eastside Family Shelter


Contact Information
Fax Number 410-853-3313
Main 410-853-3385
Baltimore County OHEP Emergency Line 410-853-3994
Main Email Address ohep.mailrequest@maryland.gov
Director or Senior Administrator Name
Director or Senior Administrator Title
Director or Senior Administrator Phone
Director or Senior Administrator Email Address
Sites offering this Program 6401 York Road