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Burial Assistance | Saint Mary's County Department of Social Services

23110 Leonard Hall Drive, PO Box 509, Leonardtown, MD 20650

Eligibility

Saint Mary's County residents whose deceased family member was a recipient of or eligible for a public assistance program.

Required documents

Varies contact for details.

Hours

Monday-Friday 8:30am-4:30pm.
240-895-7000
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Main

Application process

Call or visit website for details.

Service area

St. Mary's County, MD

Other Information

Languages

  • Interpretation Services Available

Special Populations

  • Justice Involvement
  • Open to All

Age Group

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

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

Last assured

12/23/2025
What's Here

Providing organization

Saint Mary's County Department of Social Services

County agency providing social services programs.