Welcome to the Maryland
Department of Human Services
We are the state’s human services provider. We help Marylanders buy healthy foods, pay energy bills, and obtain medical assistance. We also provide stable environments for children and adults.
We may be able to help you. You can also call our main call center at 800-332-6347 to reach us at anytime.
- We assist Marylanders in economic need
- We provide preventive services
- We protect vulnerable children and adults
A Message from DHS
The Federal Government Shutdown
Maryland SNAP Update – 11/14/2025
Maryland will issue 100% of federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits to customers based on the regular benefits schedule starting November 18. We invite customers to continue to keep their information up to date, check their eligibility, and apply for help at MarylandBenefits.gov. Please see more details here.
We encourage customers to continue to protect their benefits using the Card Lock/Unlock feature.
Un mMnsaje del DHS
El cierre del Gobierno Federal
Actualización de SNAP de Maryland
Maryland distribuirá el 100% de los beneficios federales del Programa de Asistencia Nutricional Suplementaria (SNAP) a los clientes según el calendario regular de beneficios a partir del 18 de noviembre. Invitamos a los clientes a mantener su información actualizada, verificar su elegibilidad y solicitar ayuda en MarylandBenefits.gov.
Para más detalles, consulte aquí.
Recomendamos a los clientes continuar protegiendo sus beneficios usando la función de Bloqueo/Desbloqueo de Tarjeta.
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A Message from DHS
Get Help Paying Your Home Energy Bill
Life happens. The Maryland Office of Home Energy Programs (OHEP) can help you pay electric and heating bills, prevent utility cut-offs, and weatherize your home.
Visit the DHS Energy Assistance page for more information or to apply.
