Emergency Assistance for Families and Children | Worcester County Department of Social Services
299 Commerce Street, Snow Hill, MD 21863
Eligibility
Families must have one or more children under 21 living with the and present proof that they have an emergency that was not caused by a family member quitting a job.
Required documents
Notice from utility company that services have been/will be cut off or other proof of an emergency.
Hours
Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm
410-677-6800
Voice·
Main
Application process
Apply in person or online.
Service area
Worcester County, MD
Other Information
Payment Options
- Free or no-cost care
Special Populations
- Families with Children
Provides financial assistance to families who need help with evictions, utility bills, or burial expenses. Financial Assistance More information: - Offers additional funds for families who have been through disasters like hurricanes or fires - Cannot help applicants who live in Section 8 or public housing - Assistance is limited to once in a 24-month period.
Last assured
08/18/2025
What's Here
Providing organization
Worcester County Department of Social Services
County government agency responsible for providing support and assistance.