211 Maryland – Statewide Resource Directory
Statewide Programs Street Re-Entry pick
Referrals for housing, food, utility bills, healthcare, and other essential needs. Search by location or call 211.
- Phone
- 211
- Website
- search.211md.org
Free resource directory
Reentry resources in Howard County
50 programs that serve people returning home in Howard County, Maryland, including statewide services available to everyone. Every listing is free to view and updated by Street Re-Entry volunteers.
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211 Maryland Reentry Resources
Statewide Programs Street Re-Entry pick
24/7 referral line for housing, shelter, employment, treatment, and other reentry resources by ZIP code.
Who it serves: Free; anyone can call.
Celebrate Recovery
Statewide Programs Street Re-Entry pick Faith-based
Christ-centered 12-step recovery groups meeting at churches across Maryland. Use the locator to find a meeting near you.
- Website
- crlocator.com
Grace House
Statewide Programs Street Re-Entry pick
Low-intensity treatment home for adult males. Contact Ryan Graham, Wrap-Around Service Coordinator.
Who it serves: Adult males
- Phone
- 240-850-8046
- info@gracehouse.org
- Website
- gracehouse.org
Kairos Prison Ministry of Maryland
Statewide Programs Street Re-Entry pick Faith-based
Ecumenical in-prison ministry, plus Kairos Outside for family members of the incarcerated.
- Website
- marylandkairos.org
Maryland American Job Centers
Statewide Programs Street Re-Entry pick
Free career counseling, résumé help, job-search workshops, placement services, and training referrals in every Maryland county and Baltimore City.
- Website
- labor.maryland.gov
Maryland Legal Aid
Statewide Programs Street Re-Entry pick
Free legal help for financially eligible Marylanders, which may include criminal record expungement and representation at expungement hearings.
Who it serves: Financially eligible Marylanders
- Phone
- 1-888-465-2468
- Website
- mdlab.org
Maryland Medicaid – Reentry Healthcare Services
Statewide Programs Street Re-Entry pick
Reentry programs for eligible justice-involved individuals through participating correctional facilities. Ask your facility's healthcare or reentry team whether you qualify.
Who it serves: Eligible justice-involved individuals
- Website
- health.maryland.gov
Maryland People's Law Library – Expungement Referrals
Statewide Programs Street Re-Entry pick
A directory of organizations that help with criminal record expungement in Maryland. Eligibility, fees, and services vary by provider.
- Website
- peoples-law.org
Maryland Re-entry Initiative (Dept. of Labor)
Statewide Programs Street Re-Entry pick
Maryland Department of Labor employment assistance and referrals for people with criminal backgrounds, including job training, résumé help, and expungement information.
- Website
- labor.maryland.gov
Maryland Volunteer Lawyers Service – Workforce Development Program
Statewide Programs Street Re-Entry pick
Expungement workshops and clinics that may include eligibility screening, petition preparation, and access to legal professionals.
- Website
- mvlslaw.org
Maryland Workforce Exchange
Statewide Programs Street Re-Entry pick
Online job listings and employment tools that complement in-person help at American Job Centers.
- Website
- 211md.org
Mountain Manor Treatment Centers (Maryland Treatment Centers)
Statewide Programs Street Re-Entry pick
Confidential addiction and co-occurring mental health treatment, with help available 24/7 at 1-800-53-REHAB.
- Phone
- 1-800-537-3422
- Website
- marylandtreatment.org
U.S. Attorney's Office – District of Maryland Reentry Resources
Statewide Programs Street Re-Entry pick
County-by-county guide to federal, state, local, and nonprofit reentry services.
- Website
- justice.gov
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Statewide Programs
24/7 crisis support for mental health and substance use emergencies.
Who it serves: Free and confidential; anyone can call.
- Address
- Call, text, or chat
- Phone
- 988
- Website
- 988lifeline.org
DPSCS Reentry Services Unit
Statewide Programs
Reentry Specialists run exit orientation interviews and a needs assessment covering birth certificate, Social Security card, state ID, housing, employment, Medicaid, mental health and substance use treatment referrals. Every departing individual is offered a Reentry Resource Packet.
Who it serves: For people in DOC (sentenced) or DPDS (pretrial) custody; exit interviews occur within 180 days of projected release. Local Reentry Program transfers require minimum-security status, 30 days to 1 year from release, and a verified tie to the receiving county.
- Address
- 6776 Reisterstown Road, Baltimore, MD 21215
- Phone
- (877) 379-8636 / (410) 585-3300
- Website
- dpscs.maryland.gov
Federal Bonding Program (Maryland)
Statewide Programs
Free fidelity bonds for employers who hire returning citizens and other at-risk job seekers.
Who it serves: For job seekers with criminal records or other barriers; arranged through an American Job Center.
- Address
- Maryland Department of Labor
- Phone
- Contact any American Job Center
- Website
- dllr.state.md.us
Maryland Certification of Recovery Residences (MCORR)
Statewide Programs
Statewide certification of recovery residences (alcohol- and drug-free housing for people with substance use or co-occurring disorders). Use it to confirm a sober home is state-certified.
Who it serves: Recovery residences require abstinence from alcohol and illicit drugs.
- Address
- MDH Behavioral Health Administration, 55 Wade Ave., Catonsville, MD 21228
- Phone
- (410) 402-8300
- Website
- health.maryland.gov
Maryland Division of Vital Records (Birth Certificates)
Statewide Programs
Certified Maryland birth certificates by appointment, by mail, online through VitalChek, or at some local health departments. Delayed certificates available for births never registered.
Who it serves: Mail orders need the application, payment (check or money order), a self-addressed envelope and a copy of ID. Lobby service is by appointment only.
- Address
- P.O. Box 68760, Baltimore, MD 21215-0036
- Phone
- (410) 764-3038 / (800) 832-3277
- Website
- health.maryland.gov
Maryland Reentry Navigators (Maryland Department of Labor)
Statewide Programs
Navigators connect returning citizens to American Job Center services: career counseling, resume help, training referrals, Registered Apprenticeships, hiring events, federal bonding, and expungement/legal referrals.
Who it serves: Available before, during, or after release. Contact the navigator for your region (directory updated January 2026).
- Address
- Based at American Job Centers statewide
- Phone
- See navigator directory
- Website
- labor.maryland.gov
Maryland Registered Apprenticeship
Statewide Programs
Earn-while-you-learn apprenticeships in skilled trades and other occupations.
Who it serves: Requirements vary by program; navigators can make referrals.
- Address
- Maryland Department of Labor
- Phone
- Contact any American Job Center
- Website
- dllr.state.md.us
Maryland Workforce Exchange
Statewide Programs
State job bank and training-program search; register to access American Job Center services online.
Who it serves: Free; open to all job seekers.
- Address
- Online
- Phone
- Online only
- Website
- mwejobs.maryland.gov
MVA Free ID Card for Returning Citizens
Statewide Programs
DOC case managers start the MVA state ID application at least 90 days before release. If no ID was issued before release, a free MVA ID card is available under Transportation Article 12-301.1.
Who it serves: Free ID requires appearing in person at an MVA office within 60 days of release and presenting the DOC Release Identification Card (R-Card) plus an original Social Security card.
- Address
- Any Maryland MVA branch
- Phone
- Visit any MVA branch
- Website
- mva.maryland.gov
Public Behavioral Health System (Carelon Behavioral Health Maryland)
Statewide Programs
Access line for Medicaid-funded mental health and substance use treatment across Maryland.
Who it serves: For Medical Assistance (Medicaid) recipients and uninsured people who qualify for state-funded services.
- Address
- Statewide
- Phone
- (800) 888-1965
- Website
- maryland.carelonbh.com
Social Security Administration (Replacement Card)
Statewide Programs
Replacement Social Security cards, which are required for a Maryland state ID.
Who it serves: Replacement cards are free. Bring identity documents; release paperwork may help.
- Address
- Local SSA field offices statewide
- Phone
- (800) 772-1213
- Website
- ssa.gov
Howard County 25 listings County page
Alcoholics Anonymous
Howard County
Support group for individuals who abuse alcohol. Recovering addicts meet regularly to help each other stay drug free. Call for days and times of meetings. There is only one requirement for membership, the desire to stop using alcohol. Confidential services. Free.
Who it serves: Recovering addicts meet regularly to help each other stay drug free. There is only one requirement for membership, the desire to stop using alcohol. Free.
- Address
- Various Locations
- Phone
- (410) 997-2288
- Website
- thealanoclub.org
AmeriCorps
Howard County
Build your resume; Local service programs that hire individuals from all backgrounds for paid community service. AmeriCorps State and National members are given a living allowance; health care; childcare, and education award upon successful completion of the program. Jobs available across Maryland and the U.S. Call for more information.
- Address
- Statewide
- Phone
- (800) 942-2677
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Anne Arundel Counseling, Inc. - Howard County
Howard County
MD State Certified Substance abuse treatment, education and counseling. Intensive/standard outpatient programming. Dual Diagnosis. Mental health evaluation, counseling and treatment. Sexual offender evaluation and treatment.
Who it serves: Sexual offender evaluation and treatment.
- Address
- 8840 Stanford Boulevard, Suite 1700, Columbia, MD 21045
- Phone
- (410) 768-5988
- Website
- annearundelcounseling.com
Celebrate Recovery
Howard County
12 Step/Recovery, support and prayer groups. Dinner provided. Fridays at 6 p.m. Free.
Who it serves: Free.
- Address
- 7101 Riverwood Drive, Columbia, Maryland 21046
- Phone
- (443) 546-2299
- Website
- wininlife.com
Columbia Addictions Center
Howard County
Intensive/Standard Outpatient substance abuse treatment, Buprenorphine Assistance. Sliding scale. Accepts Medicaid.
Who it serves: Sliding scale. Accepts Medicaid.
- Address
- 5570 Sterrett Place, Suite 205 Columbia, MD 21044
- Phone
- (410) 730-1333
- Website
- columbiaaddictions.com
Columbia Workforce Center
Howard County
One Stop Job Center offering career exploration, referrals to training programs, resume preparation, and workshops to enhance job seeking skills and work readiness. Access computers with Internet access, printers, photocopiers, fax machines, telephones, and a variety of job search resource materials. Free.
Who it serves: Free.
- Address
- 7161 Columbia Gateway Drive Columbia, MD 21046
- Phone
- (410) 290-2600
- Website
- dllr.state.md.us
Columbia Workforce Center (AJC)
Howard County
Career counseling, resume help, training and college referrals, Registered Apprenticeships, hiring events, professional-skills workshops, federal bonding, and expungement/legal referrals. Ask for the regional Reentry Navigator.
Who it serves: Free; services available before, during, and after release.
- Address
- 7161 Columbia Gateway Drive, Suite D, Columbia, MD 21046
- Phone
- 410-290-2600
- Website
- labor.md.gov
Congruent Counseling Services, LLC
Howard County
Provides mental health, addiction and dual diagnosis services. Also offers individual and family counseling and therapy. Accepts Medicaid.
Who it serves: Accepts Medicaid.
- Address
- 10630 Little Patuxent Parkway, Suite 209 Columbia, MD 21044
- Phone
- (410) 740-8066
- Website
- congruentcounseling.com
Division of Rehabilitation Services
Howard County
Job readiness and job placement for individuals with disabilities.
Who it serves: Job readiness and job placement for individuals with disabilities.
- Address
- 7161 Columbia Gateway Dr, Suite D, Columbia, MD 21046
- Phone
- (410) 554-9200
- Website
- dors.maryland.gov
Domestic Violence Center of Howard County
Howard County
Provides comprehensive services for survivors, individual and group counseling, emergency and transitional shelter, legal advice, information, referral, accompaniment and representation in court, an abuser intervention program and prevention services. Confidential. Free.
Who it serves: Free.
- Address
- Call for Services
- Phone
- (410) 997-2272
- Website
- hopeworksofhc.org
Homes for America
Howard County
Affordable rental housing that serves low and moderate income households, seniors and persons with special needs. Statewide. Free eligibility screening.
Who it serves: Affordable rental housing that serves low and moderate income households, seniors and persons with special needs. Free eligibility screening.
- Address
- 318 Sixth Street, Suite 2 Annapolis, MD 21403
- Phone
- (410) 269-1222
- Website
- homesforamerica.org
Howard County Department of Social Services
Howard County
Referral Service; Emergency Food Assistance, Housing, Identification, Emergency Cash Assistance, Food Stamps, Medical Coverage
- Address
- 9780 Patuxent Woods Drive Columbia, Maryland 21046
- Phone
- (410) 872-8700
- Website
- dhr.maryland.gov
Howard County Health Department
Howard County
Provides referrals to mental health and substance abuse treatment.
- Address
- 8930 Stanford Road, Columbia, MD 21046
- Phone
- (410) 313-7316
- Website
- marylandbehavioralhealth.org
Howard County Health Department (LBHA)
Howard County
County authority that plans and funds public mental health and substance use services and connects residents to local providers.
Who it serves: Public behavioral health services; call for intake and referral. Medicaid and uninsured residents may qualify.
- Address
- 8930 Stanford Road, Columbia, MD 21046
- Phone
- 410-313-6202
- Website
- maryland.carelonbh.com
Howard County Mental Health Authority
Howard County
Provides referrals to mental health and substance abuse treatment.
- Address
- 8930 Stanford Blvd, Columbia, MD 21045
- Phone
- (410) 313-7350
- Website
- marylandbehavioralhealth.org
Howard County Office on Aging & Independence/Maryl and Access Point
Howard County
Referral Service; Assisted Living Housing assistance, Identification, Emergency Cash Assistance, Food Stamps, Medical Coverage for Seniors. Free.
Who it serves: Free.
- Address
- 9830 Patuxent Woods Drive, Columbia, MD 21046
- Phone
- (410) 313-1234
- Website
- howardcountyaging.org
Howard County Reentry Program Multi Service Center
Howard County
The Multi Service Center offers Case Management, Business Clothing, Education and Employment Assistance, Eviction Prevention, Ex-offender Services, Financial Coaching, First Month Rent, BGE/Utility and Water Bill Assistance, Food Stamps, Getting Ahead Program, Home Delivered Meal Services, Immigration Services, Individual or Family Counseling, Legal Assistance, Medical Insurance/Medicaid, Relationship and Parenting Support, Veteran and Support Services for Individuals with a Disability and Youth and Family Support services.
- Address
- 9900 Washington Blvd N, Laurel, MD 20723
- Phone
- (410) 313-0220
- Website
- howardcountymd.gov
Integrative Counseling, LLC
Howard County
Intensive/Standard Outpatient substance abuse and mental health treatment, counseling, anger management, Buprenorphine assistance. Accepts Medicaid.
Who it serves: Accepts Medicaid.
- Address
- 10630 Little Patuxent Parkway, Suite 209 Columbia, MD 21044
- Phone
- (410) 740-8066
- Website
- congruentcounseling.com
Maryland Center of Excellence on Problem Gambling
Howard County
Support Services to mitigate problem gambling and gambling addiction for Maryland residents and their families, including referrals to treatment; peer recovery support; and clinical training for mental health and behavioral health providers.
Who it serves: Support Services to mitigate problem gambling and gambling addiction for Maryland residents and their families, including referrals to treatment;
- Address
- 5900 Waterloo Road, Suite 200, Columbia MD 21045
- Phone
- (800) 426-2537 (24 Hour Helpline)/(667) 214-2120
- Website
- mdproblemgambling.com
Muslimat Al Nisaa Shelter
Howard County
Baltimore City Faith-based shelter home environment for Muslim and refugee women and children and Muslim women victims of domestic violence. Free. No sex offenders or individuals with substance abuse. Call for more information.
Who it serves: Baltimore City Faith-based shelter home environment for Muslim and refugee women and children and Muslim women victims of domestic violence. Free. No sex offenders or individuals with substance abuse.
- Address
- Call for shelter intake
- Phone
- (410) 466-8686
- Website
- mnisaa.org
NAMI
Howard County
Mental health organization offering services including peer support, education and outreach programs, and engage mental health advocates. Free.
Who it serves: Free.
- Address
- Statewide
- Phone
- (410) 884-8691
- Website
- namimd.org
Narcotics Anonymous
Howard County
Support group for individuals who abuse narcotics, cocaine, heroin, marijuana, pills, and any other substance. Recovering addicts meet regularly to help each other stay drug free. Call for days and times of meetings. There is only one requirement for membership, the desire to stop using drugs. Confidential services. Free.
Who it serves: Recovering addicts meet regularly to help each other stay drug free. There is only one requirement for membership, the desire to stop using drugs. Free.
- Address
- Call for Locations
- Phone
- (800) 543-4670
- Website
- cprna.org
Project Encompass, Inc.
Howard County
Transitional housing with services including mentoring, 12 step support groups, counseling, job readiness and interpersonal skill training. Women only. Call for more information.
Who it serves: Women only.
- Address
- 9832 Lyon Avenue Laurel, MD 20723
- Phone
- (678) 635-6124
- Website
- projectencompass.org
Silverman Treatment Solutions
Howard County
Detox-Outpatient, Intensive/Standard Outpatient substance abuse treatment. Methadone and Buprenorphine assistance. Accepts Medicaid.
Who it serves: Accepts Medicaid.
- Address
- 8930 Stanford Blvd, Suite M100 Columbia, MD 21045
- Phone
- (443) 285- 0807/(443) 766- 9805 (After hours)
- Website
- silvermantreatment.com
Way Station
Howard County
Provides mental health outpatient and co-occurring mental health and substance abuse treatment. Psychiatric evaluation/medication monitoring available. Accepts Medicaid.
Who it serves: Accepts Medicaid.
- Address
- 9030 MD-108 Suite A, Columbia, MD 21044
- Phone
- (410) 740-1901
- Website
- sheppardpratt.org
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About this directory
How the directory works
Is the Maryland Reentry Directory free?
Yes. The directory is free to use and is maintained by volunteers at Street Re-Entry Program of Maryland. Most listed programs are free or low-cost; check eligibility with each provider.
What kinds of reentry help are listed?
Housing and shelter, employment and job training, substance use treatment and recovery, mental health and counseling, ID and documents, legal aid and expungement, food and basic needs, healthcare, and reentry mentoring, including faith-based programs.
Which areas does the directory cover?
All 23 Maryland counties and Baltimore City, plus statewide programs that serve anyone in Maryland. Choosing a county shows that county's programs together with statewide programs.
How do I add or correct a listing?
Use the "Suggest a listing or correction" form on this page. A Street Re-Entry volunteer reviews every suggestion before it appears in the directory.
Sources include the U.S. Attorney's Office District of Maryland Reentry Guide, Maryland DPSCS, the Maryland Department of Labor, the Maryland Department of Health and Street Re-Entry volunteers. Always call ahead to confirm hours and eligibility.