Resources
- Maryland Department of Health (MDH)They offer a wide overview of information, options, and services concerning Medical Insurance and Medical Waiver Services provided to individuals in Maryland. Address: 201 W. Preston Street, Baltimore, MD 21201; Contact numbers: 410-767-6500, or 1-877-463-3464.
- Maryland Children’s Health Program (MCHP): This program gives medical assistance to children in Maryland.
- Employed Individuals and Disabilities (EID): Individuals who work and do not meet regular MA guidelines can get pharmacy/basic health services from the Maryland Primary Adult Care Program (PAC).
- Community Personal Care Assistance (CPAS): Provides assistance with nurse monitoring/support in the home.
- Community First Choice (CFC): This offers community services to support older adults and people with disabilities who live in their own homes. Contact number: 410-767-1739.
- Community Options Waiver: Offers community services and support. The individual must meet a nursing facility level of care. Contact number: 410-767-1739 or contact the Waiver Services Registry at 1-844-627-5465.
- Developmental Disabilities Administration An MDH administration that provides services and resources for people with developmental disabilities.
- Central Region, 1401 Severn Street, Baltimore, MD 21230, 410-234-8200
- Western Region, 1360, Marshall Street, Hagerstown, MD 21740 301-791-4670
- Maryland Department of Disabilities (MDOD) Here you can find all the information you need on Transportation Services, Taxi Vouchers, Mobility, and Paratransit/Vehicle Modifications. Contact number: 1-800-637-4113.
- Maryland Technology Assistance Program (MDTAP) This program under the Maryland Department of Disabilities supports access to assistive technology (AT) devices and services; email them at[email protected] Contact number: 1-800-832-4827
- Maryland Relay offers alternatives to the traditional landline telephone. One of the options provides images of important people and places such as Family and 911, which can be accessed by pressing the picture. This is helpful for anyone with visual, audio, or social disabilities.
Employment Resources
- Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS): Serves all counties; Contact number: 410-554-9442.
- Maryland One-Stop Career Centers: Serves all counties; Contact number: 410-230-6001.
- Maryland PROMISE (MD PROMISE): This is a free statewide program and research study created to assist eligible young adults who receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and who are planning for the youth’s transition from school into adulthood. Contact number: 1-888-232-8554.
- Maryland Employment 1st: Employment First facilitates the full inclusion of people with the most significant disabilities in the workplace and community. Under the Employment First approach, youth and adults with significant disabilities can take advantage of community-based, integrated employment services.
Employment Resources
- Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS): Serves all counties; Contact number: 410-554-9442.
- Maryland One-Stop Career Centers: Serves all counties; Contact number: 410-230-6001.
- Maryland PROMISE (MD PROMISE): This is a free statewide program and research study created to assist eligible young adults who receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and who are planning for the youth’s transition from school into adulthood. Contact number: 1-888-232-8554.
- Maryland Employment 1st: Employment First facilitates the full inclusion of people with the most significant disabilities in the workplace and community. Under the Employment First approach, youth and adults with significant disabilities can take advantage of community-based, integrated employment services.
Legal Assistance
- Disability Rights Maryland (DRM): Offers free legal aid to people with disabilities; Address: 1500 Union Avenue, Suite 2000, Baltimore, MD 21211; Contact number: 410-727-6352; Toll-Free: 1-800-233-7201.
- Pro Bono Resource Center of Maryland (PBRC):Locate Pro Bono Attorneys in MD; Contact number: 401-837-9379.
Mental Health
- Maryland Association of Core Service Agencies (MACSA)(All Maryland Counties) Provides mental health services/referrals, case management, etc.; Phone number: 301-682-9754.
Housing
(for people with low income, elderly, and/or individuals with disabilities)
- Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development: Programs include: Housing Choice Program (Section 8) & Home Ownership for Individuals with Disabilities (HIDP). Contact number: 301-429-7751.
- US Dept. of Housing and Urban Development: Offers Rental Housing/Rental Assistance /Subsidized Apartments.
- Maryland Housing Search: Helps you locate affordable rental housing.
Psychological Testing
- Humanim
- Address: 6355, Woodside Ct,
- Columbia, MD
- Phone: 410-381-7171
- Loyola Clinical Center
- Address: 5911 York Rd, Suite 100,
- Baltimore, MD
- Phone: 410-617-1200
Voter Rights
A Know-Your-Rights Guide for Voters with Mental Disabilities and Advocates,
You can download this guide online at www.bazelon.org/issues/voting.
Print copies are available from the
Bazelon Center for inquiries,
email: [email protected]
or call 202-467-5730, ext 1311.
Future Planning Advanced Directives/Guardianship
- Maryland Healthcare Decision Making
- EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE – Call 911 in the event of an emergency
- MD Crisis Hotline: 1-800-422-0009