How to apply for Supporting Older Adults with Resources (SOAR) — Maryland
Maryland Department of Aging (through local Area Agencies on Aging)
Who it's for
SOAR is a Maryland Department of Aging program that helps older adults who need help with daily activities stay in their homes. It offers case management and home and community supports that may include personal care, homemaker and chore help, meals, transportation, safety-related minor home repairs, adult day care, medical supplies, emergency response systems, and respite care. It can also pay part of the monthly fee for assisted living. It is for Marylanders 62 and older with income under 60% of the state median income and limited assets, including people who do not qualify for Medicaid or are on a Medicaid waiver waitlist. In 2026 Maryland combined three older state programs into SOAR. Services depend on yearly state funding. To apply, contact Maryland Access Point or your local Area Agency on Aging, or call the Department of Aging at 1-800-243-3425.
You must also have income under 60% of Maryland's state median income, assets below the program's limits, and need help with activities of daily living; the page does not print the dollar limits, so the local Area Agency on Aging makes the final decision. Services are subject to annual funding availability.
People who qualify for one senior program often qualify for others. See everything you may qualify for — free, no SSN, about five minutes.
Find my benefitsWhat you'll need
- Proof of age
- Proof of income
- Information about savings and other assets
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 1-800-243-3425
What to say when you call
"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Supporting Older Adults with Resources (SOAR) — Maryland. I'd like to know whether I may qualify, what documents I need, and whether I can apply online, by mail, by phone, or in person. I understand I may need proof of age, proof of income, information about savings and other assets — is anything else required? What is the best next step?"
Tip: have a pen ready, ask for the person's name, and write down any case or reference number they give you.
Renewals
periodic reassessment by the local Area Agency on Aging
Not sure if you qualify? Run a free check first.
Find my benefitsNot legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.