Frederick Housing and Human Services

Due to building damage and flooding caused by storms on Thursday, August 29th, 2024, the Office of Home Energy Programs (OHEP) is temporarily closed. A new location for services will be posted soon. Thank you for your patience.

For immediate questions, please call (301) 600-1506.

The Department of Housing & Human Services will be CLOSED on Labor Day, Monday, September 2nd, 2024. The Community Table will be open per its normal schedule. The Food Bank will be closed. For more information, call (301) 600-1506.

Are you looking for a volunteer opportunity? We need volunteers to help serve dinner at the Community Table on Thursdays from 4:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Please visit frederickmd.gov/volunteer for more information and to sign up!

HHS is excited to announce a new opportunity to connect, relax, and express yourself through our Recreational Collaborative. Our kick-off event on Thursday will offer karaoke, rock painting, and a photo booth with snacks and light refreshments. Join us on 8/22 from 12-3PM in the Community Table at 100 South Market Street!

Tomorrow is our 3rd quarterly health fair.

Be sure to come out for information and resources.

Diabetes screening will be on site.

📣 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗙𝗿𝗲𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗸 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝘆'𝘀 𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝗯𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗹𝗼𝘄- 𝘁𝗼 𝗺𝗼𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲-𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗵𝗼𝘂𝘀𝗲𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗱𝘀!

⚡️ We want to reduce local energy use- and lower utility bills too! This program can pay for up to 65% of the cost of new Energy Star-certified stoves, refrigerators, dishwashers, clothes washers, and dryers!

👍 For complete program details or to submit an application, please visit our website:
www.FrederickCountyMD.gov/EnergyStarRebate

Just a reminder that our Health Center can help you and your families as you prepare for those kiddos going back to school! See details below and call our School-Based Health Center for assistance: 227-203-1672 ext 33330

It's ! 🩹And we're here to help protect our kids and our community by making sure students are up-to-date on their vaccines before heading back to school.

Our Department's School-Based Health Center at Hillcrest Elementary offers FREE vaccines to uninsured children up to age 17. We can also see 18-year-olds at our downtown location.

Don't forget about the Frederick County Health Department's Back to School vaccination clinics from August 6th to September 11th! Learn more here: https://health.frederickcountymd.gov/512/Community-Health-Services

Due to the current tornado watch and upcoming weather forecast, today's HHS on the Go stop on Scotty's Bus Lane has been canceled.

Need support? Have questions? Our staff is available at 100 South Market Street or by calling 301-600-1506.

Our team had a blast connecting with neighbors and families at all three parks tonight for National Night Out 2024! Thank you to Frederick Police Department for coordinating and bringing together so many community partners!

Happening today starting at 3PM!

Free Chromebook Distribution TOMORROW at Bernard W. Brown Community Center from 3 PM to 6 PM! NO REGISTRATION NEEDED, just walk in!

One FREE Chromebook may go to each household/address in Frederick County, if the resident is 18 years old or older. To qualify, you must also participate in one of the following programs:

📌 Federal Housing Benefits
📌 Federal Pell Grant
📌 Income below the 200 percent Federal Poverty Level
📌 Medicaid
📌 SNAP
📌 SSI
📌 Child receives free or reduced lunches at Frederick County Public Schools
📌 Veteran’s Pension or Survivor Benefits
📌 WIC

WHAT TO BRING: Recipients need to bring a form of ID to verify their identity (Maryland driver’s license or other Maryland ID) and documentation for any of the programs listed above.

We are proud to provide technology and broadband access to those who need it, through a grant provided by Frederick County Government via the Maryland State Department of Housing and Community Development.

For more information on who is eligible and to register for an upcoming device distribution, check out our website at 👇
unitedwayfrederick.org/chromebook

*Chromebooks are limited in quantity.

It's ! 🩹And we're here to help protect our kids and our community by making sure students are up-to-date on their vaccines before heading back to school.

Our Department's School-Based Health Center at Hillcrest Elementary offers FREE vaccines to uninsured children up to age 17. We can also see 18-year-olds at our downtown location.

Don't forget about the Frederick County Health Department's Back to School vaccination clinics from August 6th to September 11th! Learn more here: https://health.frederickcountymd.gov/512/Community-Health-Services

The City of Frederick is looking for low-income, first-time homebuyer to apply for a rare opportunity to purchase its 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom property located at 213 Bishops Glen Drive. The home has been inspected and all areas of concern have been mitigated or replaced. This is a move-in ready property. All showings and offers must be handled by a licensed real estate agent.

More Info: frederickmd.gov/houseforsale

Have any old magazines you don't need? Our case managers are planning some activities for our clients and we can take them off your hands!

Please feel free to drop any magazines off in our Donation Bins at 14 East All Saints Street in the loading dock area of the Food Bank.

HHS on the Go continues each Friday in August and September!

Come by our locations for food bags 🍏, health checks 🩺, and to learn about our full suite of services 🏠.

Schedule below! 👇👇👇

It's been hot, and the forecast doesn't seem to give us much reprieve in the coming weeks. For those who need a safe place to cool down on weekend days when other shelters are closed, don't forget that HHS has a Cooling Center open from 9AM through 6:30PM at the Community Table at 100 South Market Street.

Saturdays and Sundays through August 18th (opening will be re-evaluated at that time)
Water and refreshments will be provided.

Questions? Call 301-600-1506

Just a reminder to visit Bushwaller's this month and support Frederick's Food Banks! All funding raised will help us continue to support the 3600 people and 850+ households who rely on our two food bank locations for food for their families.

Thank you to Bushwallers for selecting us as their July 2024 partner!

Happy July 1st! That means a new nonprofit that we are partnering with. This month it is ! Through a wide array of programs and services, The City of Frederick Department of Housing and Human Services (HHS), provides food, shelter, medical care, and other forms of assistance to families and individuals who are low-income or homeless.

We love progress photos! 📸📸

Our Community Development Block Grant program is supporting the renovations underway at the Carver Community Center, and we can't wait to see the finished space. This community center will be home to a childcare area, computer lab space, meeting and programming space, and a new playground! HHS is proud to be one of the partners in this project with The Housing Authority of the City of Frederick!

The City of Frederick is offering a unique opportunity for a low-income, first-time home buyer to purchase a 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom property located at 213 Bishops Glen Drive, Frederick, Maryland through its Acquisition for Affordable Housing Program. All showings and offers must be handled by a licensed real estate agent. Visit https://frederickmd.gov/houseforsale for more information.

Bushwaller's Pub is supporting The City of Frederick Food Banks during the month of JULY! While dining, you can make a donation under the tip line of your receipt and Bushwaller’s Pub will match it! The donations will support families facing food insecurity in our community. Bushwaller’s makes giving back easy! Thank you, Bushwaller’s and Frederick, for all your support!

Are you looking for a volunteer opportunity this Saturday? Volunteer help is needed at the Community Table on Saturday, June 29th. Please use the link to sign up! For questions, email [email protected]. Thank you for all your support!

Sign up Link - https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4FAFAB28A2FCC34-50097724-community

The Department of Housing & Human Services will be closed on Thursday, July 4th, and Friday, July 5th, 2024. The Community Table will be open per its normal schedule. The Food Banks will be closed. For more information, call (301) 600-1506.

Attention all volunteers! Volunteer help is needed at the Community Table on June 29th, July 4th, and July 5th. Please use the link to sign up! For questions, email [email protected]. Thank you for all your support!

Saturday, June 29: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4FAFAB28A2FCC34-50097724-community

Thursday, July 4: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4FAFAB28A2FCC34-50102398-community

Friday, July 5: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4FAFAB28A2FCC34-50102423-community

Save the date for National Night Out 2024! 🌟

The Summer Food Service Program is in full swing! No registration required. Just show up, grab a bite, and enjoy the sunshine. Please see the flyer for dates and times. Have a great summer! #

We had a great time attending Community Day 2024! Frederick County Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. did a great job organizing such a wonderful event. Thank you!

The Department of Housing & Human Services will be closed on Juneteenth, Wednesday, June 19, 2024. The Community Table will be open per its normal schedule.
The Food Banks will be closed. For more information, call (301) 600-1506.

On Friday, Dec. 8, 2023, the Frederick Police Department will assist with road closures for the annual Kris Kringle Parade in downtown Frederick. Drivers and residents are advised to plan accordingly as there will be significant traffic delays.

Please take a careful look at the release below, which includes a list of the closures and parking restrictions. Motorists are encouraged to avoid the area until 9:00 p.m. If you plan to attend the parade, please utilize the downtown garages. We'll see you tomorrow!

https://cityoffrederickmd.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=7422

Today we had multiple organizations volunteer to help us sort our holiday donations. Thank you, RBCI & Altria Group for all your support. We could not have done it without you!