HEALTH CARE
Harford County Health Department Dental Care Clinic This website provides information about the public health dental clinic in Edgewood. MEDBANK of Maryland, Inc. This website provides information about assistance for patients who cannot afford the costs of their prescription medications. Medical Assistance for Families Income-eligible families may receive comprehensive health care coverage. Needy Meds Offers assistance to income-eligible clients for the purchase of brand name drugs. Also provides information on other patient assistance programs. Starkey Hearing Foundation This program offers assistance to individuals who need hearing aids. UnitedHealthcare Children's Foundation This website provides useful information about a grant available for families needing financial assistance for children with medical needs that may not be covered by their commercial health benefit plan.
HOME IMPROVEMENT
All About Home This website provides home advice. This Old House This website has information on home improvement and family projects, weekend projects, etc.
HOMEOWNERSHIP
Federal Trade Commission: Protecting America's Consumers "How to Manage Your Mortgage if Your Lender Closes or Files for Bankruptcy" Home Loan Learning Center "Foreclosure Prevention Resource Center" Maryland Department of Housing & Community Development Useful information about grants and loans which are available for Maryland homebuyers. Maryland Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation (DLLR) Report a case of predatory lending. Prevent Loan Scams Information on how to avoid scams, and how to report one.
HOUSING CHOICE VOUCHER PROGRAM (SECTION 8)
Affordable Search View listings and resources for affordable and equal opportunity housing. Housing Discrimination Complaint Form Use this form if you wish to file a housing discrimination complaint. Maryland Housing Search View a listing of Section 8 rental properties in Maryland. Landlords can list their properties, and renters can search the properties. U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development (HUD) Find contact information for any housing agency in the United States.
LEGAL SERVICES
American Bar Association Commission on Law & Aging Download this free tool kit for advance planning/medical directives. Civil Justice, Inc. High quality services are provided to under-served client populations. Community Law Center This organization provides legal services and technical assistance to improve the quality of life and economic viability of communities. Legal Information Free, comprehensive, easy-to-understand legal information. Maryland Legal Aid Legal Aid Bureau is a non-profit law firm which provides legal services for low-income individuals and families. Maryland Volunteer Lawyers Service (MVLS) MVLS assists low-income individuals and non-profits in Maryland by providing free or reduced fee representation for civil legal issues. Pro Bono Resource Center of Maryland (PBRC) PBRC provides resources and legal services to low-income individuals in areas such as housing, family law, bankruptcy, etc.
MISCELLANEOUS
2-1-1 (United Way of Central Maryland) Find assistance in the areas of health and human services, including child care, jobs, health care, etc. American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) This website offers free, useful information on estate planning. Assistive Technology Loan Program The ATLP helps disabled MD residents qualify for low-interest loans to buy equipment (wheelchairs, vehicle modifications, braille equipment, etc.) that will help them live, work, and learn more independently Blue House Clothing Service Free clothing for infants to adults. Crime Reports Type in your address to see where crimes have recently been committed in and around your neighborhood. Dept. of Health & Mental Hygiene- Developmental Disabilities Administration This website provides information regarding assistance for those with developmental disabilities. Family & Children's Services of Central Maryland This website offers information about the services which are offered by Family & Children's Services of Central Maryland, as well as the Harford County Child Advocacy Center. FelonSpy Type in your address to see where there are convicted felons in and around your neighborhood. Harford Community Action Agency The Community Action Agency provides assistance to Harford County citizens who are experiencing temporary financial hardships with their housing, food, energy/heating, etc. Harford County Public Schools - Meal Benefit Application Meal benefit application for HCPS students for the 2011-2012 school year. Innovation in Harford County Give the Housing Agency and Harford County your suggestions and feedback! Lead Poisoning Prevention Program Important information for renters, landlords, and homebuyers, from Maryland Department of the Environment. Life Advice Find useful information about important life topics. Map Your Community Custom maps provide a snapshot of current and historical economic and demographic conditions, and can be used to conduct data analysis for community development activities. Maryland Attorney General's Office - Consumer Protection Division Resolve complaints against businesses and/or health insurance carriers. Maryland Insurance Administration (MIA) Information about the MIA and regulation of the insurance industry in Maryland. U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development (HUD) Find information about Making Home Affordable, information about rental assistance, etc.
MONEY MANAGEMENT
Achieve Financial Security Click on "Tools for Consumers" for online learning to help you achieve financial security for yourself and your family. Asset Platform This website offers financial tools for budgeting, saving, debt, credit scores, etc. Building a Better Credit Report This PDF provides information on debt, identity theft, improving your credit report, etc. Credit Karma Get your credit score for free. Credit Report Get your credit report for free! Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Get up-to-date state tax information. Money Tips How to save, invest, and better manage your money.