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Senior benefits in Baltimore County, Maryland

Seniors living in Baltimore County, Maryland have access to a wide range of benefit programs that can help with health care, housing costs, food, energy bills, and transportation. The Department of Aging serves as the local Area Agency on Aging and is a strong starting point for connecting with services in the area. County-specific programs include CountyRide for senior and accessible transportation, Energy Assistance through the Baltimore County Department of Social Services, and Hospital Financial Assistance through Greater Baltimore Medical Center. At the state level, programs such as the Homeowners' Property Tax Credit, Renters' Tax Credit, Senior Income Tax Credit, Senior Prescription Drug Assistance Program, and Maryland's Medicare Savings Programs may help reduce everyday costs. Federal programs also apply, covering areas like food, prescription drug costs, and veterans' benefits. This page lists each program with its official source and the date it was last verified. The relevant agency always makes the final eligibility decision, so reaching out directly is the best next step.

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Maryland programs

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Federal programs

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Last verified · October 12, 2026

Local starting point

Department of Aging

1-410-887-2594

See which of these Baltimore County programs you may qualify for.

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Programs run in Baltimore County

Run by the county, its Area Agency on Aging, or another agency serving Baltimore County. Start here.

Elder Services in Baltimore County

Programs here typically provide services worth $200–$2,000 a year to an eligible household.

Area Agency on Aging (Department of Aging) — Baltimore

County · Maryland

Department of Aging is the Area Agency on Aging and Maryland Access Point (MAP) partner serving Baltimore: benefits counseling (Medicare/SHIP, energy assistance, SNAP), senior center and nutrition programs, home-delivered meals, caregiver support, Senior Care case management, and long-term-care options counseling. Services are free for adults 60 and over. Call 410-887-2594 or MAP statewide at 1-844-627-5465.

Estimated service value: $200–$2,000 a year

How to apply →Official source →1-410-887-2594Last verified · October 6, 2026

Energy Assistance in Baltimore County

Programs here typically lower an eligible household's bills by $100–$1,500 a year.

Energy Assistance (OHEP) intake — Baltimore

County · Maryland

Baltimore County Dept. of Social Services takes Maryland Energy Assistance (MEAP) and Electric Universal Service Program applications for Baltimore residents — heating and electric bill help and arrearage assistance. Apply through myMDTHINK, by mail, or in person; call 410-853-3994 with questions.

Estimated bill savings: $100–$1,500 a year

How to apply →Official source →1-410-853-3994Last verified · October 7, 2026

Healthcare in Baltimore County

Hospital Financial Assistance (Greater Baltimore Medical Center) — Baltimore

County · Maryland

Uninsured and underinsured residents of Baltimore can apply for financial assistance (charity care) at Greater Baltimore Medical Center for emergency and medically necessary care. GBMC offers full or partial financial assistance and extended payment plans based on financial condition. Maryland law requires every hospital to offer financial assistance with state-set minimums.

Estimated bill savings: about $0 a year

How to apply →Official source →1-888-977-0361Last verified · October 12, 2026

Transportation in Baltimore County

Programs here typically provide services worth $150–$1,500 a year to an eligible household.

Senior & Accessible Transportation (CountyRide) — Baltimore

County · Maryland

Baltimore is served by CountyRide demand-response vans (elderly, disabled, and rural residents) and the Towson Loop under MDOT MTA's Locally Operated Transit Systems program. Older adults and people with disabilities can use reduced fares, demand-response rides, or ADA paratransit for medical appointments, shopping, and errands — services and fares vary by system. The Area Agency on Aging (410-887-2594) helps arrange senior transportation.

Estimated service value: $150–$1,500 a year

How to apply →Official source →1-410-887-2594Last verified · October 4, 2026

Local agencies serving Baltimore County

Who runs the county programs above, and how to reach them. Every line comes from a program record on this page — nothing is added that the catalog does not cite.

Maryland and federal programs

Open to eligible households in Baltimore County and across the rest of Maryland. Full details are on the Maryland benefits page.

Money & income2 programs

Cash paid to you, and emergency help when money runs short.

Health & Medicare costs9 programs

Medicaid, Medicare savings, and help with drug and doctor bills.

Food6 programs

SNAP (food stamps), meals, and farmers market coupons.

Home, bills & taxes9 programs

Help with heating and electric bills, rent, property taxes, and home repairs.

Care at home & long-term care3 programs

Help staying in your home, nursing home alternatives, and support for family caregivers.

Help, advice & legal5 programs

Free counseling, legal help, rides, and other senior services.

Veterans3 programs

Benefits for veterans and their surviving spouses.

Nearby counties

Local programs differ from one county to the next. If you live near a county line, or you are helping a parent who lives in one of these, it is worth checking there too.

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Not legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.