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Burial Assistance | Dorchester County Department of Social Services

2737 Dorchester Square, Cambridge, MD 21613

Eligibility

Dorchester County residents whose deceased family member was a recipient of or eligible for a public assistance program.

Required documents

Varies contact for details.

800-332-6347
Voice

Toll-Free

410-901-4100
Voice

Main

Application process

Call or visit website for details.

Service area

Dorchester County, MD

Other Information

Age Group

Young Adults (20-30)
Older Adults (55+)
Teens (13-19)
Adults (31-54)

Languages

Interpretation Services Available

Special Populations

Justice Involvement
Open to All

Payment Options

Free or no-cost care

Provides limited financial assistance for funeral expenses, including burial plots, vaults, grave digging, and burial clothing.

Benefits Counseling

More information:
- Funds cannot be used towards reimbursement of expenses already paid

What's Here
Providing organization

Dorchester County Department of Social Services

County agency providing social services programs.