Resources for Emergency Assistance in PG / Charles County
Prince George's County Emergency Assistance Programs
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805 Brightseat Road
Landover MD, 20785
Dial 888-731-0999
The government agency used federal and state funds to offer emergency rent help, they operate transitional housing units, and offer support for single moms and children, including the Shepherd’s Cove center. For residents that are otherwise stable, ongoing rental assistance may be offered, and the disabled can receive permanent placement into their own low income unit.
410-727-3523
The church group may have occasional funds for partial rent assistance, based on donation levels. Other resources include shelter in cities such as Bowie, programs for single moms, thrift stores, and loans for some lower income families. More on rent assistance Saint Vincent Prince George’s County
1400 Doewood Ln,
Capitol Heights, Maryland 20743
Call (301) 322-5700
The community action agency offers help to working poor families. State of Maryland grants may be issued for paying back rent or even heating bills. Case managers can also help clients find low income apartments or housing, coordinate landlord and tenant mediation to stop evictions, and provide information on legal aid.
(301) 776-0442
Using funds from RAP, may have emergency assistance for rent, utilities to prevent a shut off, and other housing resources. The non-profit will also need applicants to attend financial literacy classes and take other actions in order to qualify for one time rent help.
The Housing Choice Voucher Program (HCVP), also referred to as “Section 8”, is a “tenant-based” voucher program that can be used to help pay rent and utility bills. The Prince George’s County Housing Authority operates it. There is a limited inventory and long wait list. Also get self-sufficiency, home buying programs, long term rent assistance, public housing and more from the office at:
9200 Basil Ct.
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774. Dial
(301) 883-5501.
Veteran programs from Housing Authority
(301) 220-4336
Partnering with the Department of Veterans Affairs, Prince George’s families can receive help from VASH, a HUD created program. The supportive housing program offers everything from placement into a new home to funds for a security or utility deposit. An intake process needs to occur
Community Legal Services of Prince George’s County, Inc.
P.O. Box 374
Riverdale, Maryland 20737
240-391-6370
Or Legal Aid Bureau (call (301) 560-1200) offer free legal help.
They can assist with foreclosures as well as eviction prevention. Or get help in applying for disability, section 8, cash aid, and other housing programs.
Main office is at 5525 Marlboro Pike
District Heights, MD
Main number (202) 772-4300
Transitional housing is for homeless women. Many other services are available, including care for seniors, assistance for rent payments, shelter, and referrals to government benefits.
240.547.9013
If you need financial assistance for utilities or medications, please call us. Our Help Line is available 24/7
Main office is at 6180 Old Central Avenue
Capitol Heights, MD
Main number (301) 333-4440
MOLC offers utility, rental and security deposits assistance to homeless and low income individuals and families. Under this program MOLC offers crisis assistance to prevent eviction and homelessness.
410.727.3523
Emergency services include financial aid for paying some bills. Any assistance is as a last resort, and it may come in the form of vouchers for medications or rent or utility help.
301.499.2319
Our Mission is to alleviate homelessness, hunger, health disparities, and other circumstances that put families and children at risk of living in poverty.
Location is 4715 Marlboro Pike
Capitol Heights, MD 20743
Call (301) 735-0121
Various financial assistance programs (including rent and food) are offered in Prince George’s County. There is also furniture, computer lab, electric bill help, and other short and long term housing programs.
Other resources in PG County can be found at: Quick-Resources-Guide-P.-
Charles County Emergency Assistance Programs
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Charles County Dept of Social Services (DSS)
200 Kent Ave.,
LaPlata, MD
301-392-6400
Southern Maryland Tri-County Community Action
8371 Old Leonardtown Rd.,
Hughesville, MD
301-274-4474
Salvation Army
7 Post Office Road Suite D
Waldorf
301-638-9532
LifeStyles of MD
Inc., 101 Catalpal Dr. Ste 103
Laplata, MD
301-609-9900
Interfaith Community Connections
3444 Rockefeller Court,
Waldorf, MD
301-374-9028
La Plata United Methodist Church
3 Port Tobacco Rd.,
La Plata, MD
301-934-2288
Charles County Children’s Aid Society
3000 Huntington Circle,
Waldorf MD
301-645-1561
Marbury Baptist Church
(India Head & Marbury Residents ONLY)
4670 Bicknell Rd.,
Marbury, MD
301-743-3701
Neighbors Eager to Serve (NETS)
(Western Charles County ONLY)
P.O. Box 823,
Bryans Road, MD
301-375-8576
Utility Assistance:
Southern Maryland Tri-County Community Action
8371 Old Leonardtown Rd.,
Hughesville, MD
301-274-447
Other resources in Charles County can be found at: Quick-Resource-Guide-