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Housing Opportunities Commission 

https://www.hocmc.org/

Office of Landlord-Tenant Affairs OLTA 

Complaint Form 

Montgomery County Renters Alliance 

an  independent, nonprofit organization advancing renters rights and security. 

Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services (MCDHHS)

Aging and Disability Services; Behavioral Health and Crisis Services; Children, Youth and Family Services; Health Services; and Housing. Use the menu bar at the top of the DHHS website to learn about the different programs available in Montgomery County.

• For questions about program eligibility, contact the Office of Eligibility and Support Services (OESS) at 240-777-1003 or OESS.MOCO@montgomerycountymd.gov.

Montgomery County's Service Consolidation Hubs Provide food assistance, diapers, and other basic necessities from several locations throughout the County. Some Hubs can also connect residents with other necessary services.

• The Upcounty Hub at the Upcounty Regional Services Center
• Community Hope Center at Seneca Creek Community Church
• Rockville & Twinbrook Hub at Interfaith Works
• Mid-County Hub at Harvest Intercontinental Church
• MidCounty Hub at Hughes United Methodist Church
• Silver Spring Hub at Clifton Park Baptist Church
• East County Hub at Kingdom Fellowship AME Church

Catholic Charities Provides food and clothing assistance, housing, employment programs, health care, legal and financial assistance, and more. Provides services regardless of religious, social, or economic background. Several offices throughout Washington, D.C., Montgomery County, and other counties in MD.

• Catholic Charities Center (Silver Spring) helps Montgomery County clients complete applications for benefits and financial assistance programs including food stamps, Temporary Cash Assistance, rent/mortgage/utility assistance and health care.
• Spanish Catholic Center (Gaithersburg) provides case management services, medical and dental clinics, job training programs, English classes, food pantry, and more.

Interfaith Works: Programs offer help with food, shelter, employment, clothing and household goods, and financial needs. Visit website for information on how to get help. 301-762-8682; 114 W. Montgomery Avenue, Rockville, MD 20850;  info@iworksmc.org

Salvation Army: Provides emergency financial and food assistance, case management, and other services. Several offices throughout the DMV area. 301-515-5354, Ext. 0 (English); 301-277-6103

Montgomery County Corps provides social services, emergency assistance, food distributions, and other seasonal assistance.

Sheppard Pratt Offers many programs in the areas of health and mental health, housing, employment, developmental disabilities, and more. Several offices throughout MD. Emergency financial assistance may also be provided in limited cases.

Shepherd's Table Provides hot meals on-site and to-go meals. Eye clinic serves patients without vision insurance. Resource Center provides information and referrals to support services, personal mail and telephone use, transportation assistance to reach the shelter, toiletries and blankets, prescription assistance, and basic case management services. 

301-585-6463; 8106 Georgia Ave., Silver Spring, MD 20910; info@shepherdstable.org

Jewish Social Service Agency (JSSA) Health and social wellness agency which provides services in mental health, employment, hospice, homecare, managing chronic illness, aging in place, services for disabled individuals, and more.

Call 703-J-CARING to get connected to help in your area. 

See website for more information about navigation and case management. 

240-800-5772

Bender JCC of Greater Washington 

Provides various classes and programs like citizenship classes, adult ESOL, exercise classes, programs for seniors and children, and more. 301-881-0100; 6125 Montrose Road, Rockville, MD 20852

Community Engagement and Consultation Group Provides tailored and targeted case management, SNAP and Medicaid enrollment, job readiness programs, notary services, community closet, monthly women's hygiene products distribution, and health education workshops. 301-525-8807; 10770 Columbia Pike, #300, Silver Spring, MD 20901, info@ce-cg.org

• Maryland 2-1-1: Immediate assistance is available by calling Maryland 2-1-1 (toll free from any phone). Call specialists are trained to assist people faced with housing needs, utility shutoffs, family crisis, financial, legal, employment and other issues. Either dial 211 or visit: 211md.org.​
• Tenant Rights and Responsibilities 
• Office of Tenant and Landlord Affairs: ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​The Office of Tenant and Landlord Affairs helps Maryland tenants and landlords understand and navigate their rights and responsibilities under federal and state renter laws.
• Tenants Bill of Rights: The Tenants’ Bill of Rights summarizes key renter rights and protections established by federal and state laws. Under state law, landlords must attach a copy of the current Maryland Tenants’ Bill of Rights to every lease.
• MD Housing Search: Md Housing Search is a free service sponsored by the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development that lists rental properties throughout the state of Maryland.​​​​
• HUD Resource Locator (Select Find Affordable Elderly and Special Needs Housing)​: Lookup Affordable Elderly and Special Needs housing through the HUD Resource locator.
• New Leasing Opportunities for Properties Under Construction - PDF - 446.89 KB
• Maryland Renters' Tax Credit: Direct check payment up to $1,000 per year for qualified renters.​​​​
• MD Department of Human Services Financial Assistance Programs: The Maryland Department of Human Services provides programs that offer assistance such as homeless prevention crisis grants, Temporary Cash Assistance and energy assistance.​​​​
• MD Department of Human Services Temporary Disability Assistance Program (TDAP): The Temporary Disability Assistance Program (TDAP) provides short-term financial support to low-income Marylanders with disabilities who have no dependent children.
• Housing Choice Voucher Program: The federal program provides rental subsidies in the form of vouchers to eligible families or individuals to use toward housing payments. For information on how to apply, contact your local Public Housing Authority.​​​​
  • To check the status of your name on a waitlist for a Housing Choice Voucher, go to MRI Waitlist Check.​​​

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• Bar Association of Montgomery County Pro Bono Program: Call (301) 424-7651 (Monday through Thursday, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.) for an initial eligibility screening to receive free legal guidance or representation from volunteer attorneys. They handle cases like divorce, custody, name changes, adoption, bankruptcy, wills, and landlord/tenant (security deposits). There is a $25 processing fee. [1]
• Maryland Legal Aid: Call (410) 951-7750 or apply online via Maryland Legal Aid for free civil legal services regarding basic needs, housing, family law, and public benefits if you meet income guidelines. [1, 2]
• Maryland Courts Help Center: Call (410) 260-1392 (Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.) to speak with an attorney for free legal advice and assistance with civil or family court forms. [1, 2]
• Gilchrist Immigrant Resource Center: Call (240) 777-4940 (Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.) for information on free in-person immigration and legal assistance clinics in Montgomery County. [1]
• I Need Legal Help | LSC - Legal Services Corporation an  independent nonprofit established by Congress in 1974 to provide financial support for civil legal aid to low-income Americans. 
• Access to Counsel in Evictions Program​: The Maryland Legal Services Corporation administers the Access to Counsel in Evictions program. The program provides free lawyers to renters living in Maryland that have a household income that is at or below 50% of Maryland’s median income. Access to Counsel representatives will help you determine if you qualify.