# Senior Helpline Help - Maryland ## National Senior Helpline Resources - **Eldercare Locator** - **Website:** [https://eldercare.acl.gov](https://eldercare.acl.gov/) - **Phone:** 1-800-677-1116 - **Description:** A nationwide service connecting older adults and caregivers to local resources such as transportation, housing, and health services. - **AARP Foundation** - **Website:** [https://www.aarp.org/aarp-foundation/](https://www.aarp.org/aarp-foundation/) - **Phone:** 1-888-687-2277 - **Description:** Provides assistance with senior issues including social services, benefits, and advocacy. - **National Council on Aging (NCOA)** - **Website:** [https://www.ncoa.org](https://www.ncoa.org/) - **Description:** Offers resources for financial security, health, and social connection for older adults. ## Statewide Senior Support - **Maryland Department of Aging** - **Phone:** 410-767-1100 - **Website:** [https://aging.maryland.gov](https://aging.maryland.gov/) - **Description:** Oversees programs and services for older residents, including Meals on Wheels, caregiver support, and wellness initiatives. - **Maryland Area Agencies on Aging (AAA)** - **Website:** [https://aging.maryland.gov/Pages/Area-Agencies-on-Aging.aspx](https://aging.maryland.gov/Pages/Area-Agencies-on-Aging.aspx) - **Phone:** Contact your local AAA through the statewide directory. - **Description:** Local programs for seniors, such as home care, legal services, and transportation assistance. ## Local Senior Resources by Region/City ### Baltimore City - **Baltimore City Health Department - Division of Aging** - **Phone:** 410-396-2273 - **Website:** [https://health.baltimorecity.gov/aging-and-care-services](https://health.baltimorecity.gov/aging-and-care-services) - **Address:** 417 E. Fayette Street, Baltimore, MD 21202 - **Specialized Services:** Senior centers, caregiver support, and benefits enrollment. ### Montgomery County - **Montgomery County Aging and Disability Services** - **Phone:** 240-777-3000 - **Website:** [https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/HHS-Program/ADS/](https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/HHS-Program/ADS/) - **Address:** 401 Hungerford Drive, Rockville, MD 20850 - **Specialized Services:** Transportation, senior housing assistance, and mental health services. ### Prince George's County - **Prince George’s County Senior Services Division** - **Phone:** 301-265-8450 - **Website:** [https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/1788/Senior-Services](https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/1788/Senior-Services) - **Address:** 6420 Allentown Road, Camp Springs, MD 20748 - **Specialized Services:** Senior centers, nutrition programs, and caregiver workshops. ## Online and Remote Support Options - **Senior Planet** - **Website:** [https://seniorplanet.org](https://seniorplanet.org/) - **Description:** Offers free technology training and online engagement for older adults. - **Maryland Senior Call Check Program** - **Phone:** 1-866-502-0560 - **Website:** [https://aging.maryland.gov/pages/senior-call-check.aspx](https://aging.maryland.gov/pages/senior-call-check.aspx) - **Description:** A daily check-in service for Maryland seniors living alone. ## Educational and Advocacy Resources - **AARP Maryland** - **Website:** [https://states.aarp.org/maryland/](https://states.aarp.org/maryland/) - **Description:** Advocacy and resources for seniors, including fraud prevention and caregiver support. - **Maryland Legal Aid for Seniors** - **Website:** [https://www.mdlab.org](https://www.mdlab.org/) - **Description:** Free legal assistance for seniors on issues like elder abuse, housing, and benefits. ## Support Groups and Networks - **Local Senior Support Groups:** - **Website:** Contact local senior centers through [Maryland AAA Directory](https://aging.maryland.gov/Pages/Area-Agencies-on-Aging.aspx). - **Description:** Peer-led groups for addressing common challenges like grief, caregiving, and aging. - **Virtual Communities:** - **Website:** [https://www.agingcare.com](https://www.agingcare.com/) - **Description:** Online forums for seniors and caregivers to share experiences and advice. --- _Updated as of December 12, 2024. For updates or corrections, please contact [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected])._