Check eligibility for housing assistance
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See if you qualify
Use our five-minute screener to find out what benefits you can get.Check housing assistance eligibility now
Energy efficiency assistance
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Get help paying your energy bills
The Office of Home Energy Programs (OHEP) can help you pay for your energy bills. It also offers services to keep your power on and make your home use less energy.Learn more about home energy savings and services -
Save money on your energy bills
Get help making your home more energy efficient and lowering utility costs. Find out who qualifies and how to apply for money to fix your heating, cooling, and other home repairs.Start saving money on energy bills today -
Free solar panels for eligible residents
The MEA Solar Access Program helps Maryland residents who qualify get solar panels for free. These panels power homes with energy that is clean, costs less, and is good for the environment.Find out if you qualify for free solar panels
Learn how to complete an OHEP application
Tax credits
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Homestead tax credit
The Homestead Tax Credit keeps your property taxes from going up too much each year. It limits the increase in your home's taxable value to 10% or less, so you don't pay tax on the extra growth.Learn how to apply for the homestead tax credit -
Property tax credit for low-income homeowners
The Homeowners Property Tax Credit Program puts a limit on how much you pay in property taxes. The amount is based on how much money your family makes.Find out if you qualify based on the property tax requirements
Housing and rent assistance
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Emergency assistance for families with children
Get cash when you need it from the Emergency Assistance for Families with Children (EAFC) program. You can use it to pay rent or utilities, or for other family emergencies.Apply for Emergency Assistance for Families with Children -
Rental subsidies for low-income residents
Apply for or learn more about Maryland’s Housing Choice Voucher Program. Find contact information for each county. You can also see the waitlist status and links to details about state programs.Contact your local housing agency to apply for a rental voucher -
Resources for renters
Find housing, solve rent challenges, and apply for support. Connect to resources to prevent eviction and to seek legal help.Explore support for renters -
Know your rights
Learn more about your rights as a renter. This includes protections under federal and state laws, like the Maryland Renters’ Rights and Stabilization Act.Learn about your rights as a renter -
Help paying for assisted living
The Senior Assisted Living Subsidy (SALS) program helps seniors pay for a variety of services. These include meals, personal care, and 24-hour supervision for residents who need help.Find out if you qualify for help paying for assisted living