● Immigrants with lawful status are able to apply for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Medicaid, Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) after 5 year waiting period.

● Undocumented immigrants cannot apply for benefits, except parents are able to apply for SNAP and Medicaid for U.S. citizen children

These services are available to all immigration statuses:

• Food pantries and soup kitchens
• Short-term shelter and housing assistance for homeless, runaways, abused or abandoned children
• Crisis intervention
• Child and adult protective services and abuse prevention
• Senior food programs

Independent agencies may have additional requirements.

● You have the right to remain silent and do not have to share your immigration status or other information with law enforcement, immigration agents and other officials5. You have the right to speak with a lawyer

● Always carry immigration documents, such as a work permit or green card. If you are asked for documentation by an immigration enforcement agent, you must show them.

● You do not have to open your door and ICE officials must have a signed, valid warrant to enter your home.

Federal immigration enforcement will not be conducted at the following places:

• Schools and school bus stops when there are children
• religious ceremonies
• courthouses (criminal charges and targeted individuals may be subject to enforcement)
• hospitals and health care centers, including COVID testing and vaccination clinics
• places of worship
• public demonstrations

Programs that will not impact receiving a green card or other immigration status:

• Emergency Medicaid
• Free or reduced cost health clinic services
• WIC
• Free or reduced cost school meals
• Receiving a COVID-19 test, vaccine or treatment

● Non-citizen parents can choose a caretaker for their child in cases of deportation or detention

● Correctional facilities are not required to transfer undocumented immigrants to DHS in Maryland

● Undocumented immigrants can receive non-compliant driver’s licenses or identification cards in Maryland

● Discrimination in housing is illegal based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, families with children and disabilities. In Maryland, housing discrimination is also illegal based on marital status, gender identification, sexual orientation or source of income

● If you think you have been treated unfairly, including by law enforcement, you can make a complaint with the Maryland Commission on Civil Rights

● Employers have to verify work eligibility but there are protections from discrimination based on nationality, citizenship or documents presented to establish eligibility and from retaliation or intimidation8

● Employers cannot discriminate in hiring or firing, threaten or harass workers or applicants

● All workers have a right to safe and healthy workplace

● If you make a complaint about work conditions, you should not be asked about immigration status and you do not have to provide that information

● All residents are protected from any form of unfair treatment in housing based on color, disability, familial status, national origin, race, religion, sex and marital status in the U.S. In MD, you are protected on the basis of gender identity and sexual orientation in addition to the federally protected classes

● For more information on tenant rights in Maryland, visit: https://www.marylandattorneygeneral.gov/Pages/CPD/landlords.aspx

● All children, including undocumented, have the right to attend public schools and must attend

● Schools may not ask for a social security number unless they give a valid reason9

● School officials and staff are not expected to enforce federal immigration laws

● In Maryland, undocumented immigrants can apply for in-state tuition at public colleges and for some forms of state financial aid. To apply, visit Maryland State Financial Aid Application

● Health care and insurance providers must provide translation and interpretation services. Agencies that receive federal or state funding must also provide these services

● Language services can be in-person, by phone or remote video interpretation and are required to be provided for free

● Individuals should not be asked to provide their own interpreter and using a minor is strongly discouraged

Chesapeake Health Care Group
Several Office Locations
(410)-749-1015 https://chesapeakehc.org

Affordable and culturally-sensitive practices, including seeing patients of all immigration statuses. Multiple locations offer different services, including adult medicine, OB/GYN, mental health, lab-work, dental, pediatrics and pharmacy services (Delmarva Pharmacy)

TidalHealth Peninsula Regional Medical Center
100 E Carroll St, Salisbury, MD 21801
(410) 546-6400

Hospital that serves Salisbury area. TidalHealth provides resources for the community, primary care physicians and offers emergency care.
24-hour emergency hotline: (410)-543-7160

Women Supporting Women
1320 Belmont Ave. Suite 402
Salisbury, MD 21804
(410)-548-7880
www.womensupportingwomen.org
Provides education and support services to those impacted by breast cancer including support groups and other resources

Community Behavioral Health
809 Eastern Shore Drive
Salisbury, MD 21804
1-(844)-224-5264 ext. 104
www.communitybehavioralhealth.net

Mental health clinic and related services.

Wicomico County Health Department
108 E. Main Street
Salisbury, MD 21801
(410)-749-1244
Emergency Hotline: (410)-543-6996 Health-related services and referrals, including behavioral and mental health. The Medical Assistance for Families program gives health coverage to eligible adults and dependent children. For information, call: (410) 543-6944

For Deaf and Hard of Hearing:
(410)-543-6952 Monday-Friday 8am-5pm
www.wicomicohealth.org

Migrant Clinicians Network
225 N Division St Suite 302
Salisbury, MD 21801
(512)-579-4537
www.migrantclinician.org

A National network organization with programs to provide support, technical assistance and professional development to clinicians to increase access and quality of health care to reduce disparities for migrants. MCN also provides virtual case management to patients and communities to promote positive health outcomes.

CASA de Maryland
Bilingual Health Hotlines:
(301)-270-8432 (Spanish)
(240)-270-1318 (French)
www.wearecasa.org

CASA provides case management assistance to increase community access to health care services. CASA assists with in enrollment in government benefits and health insurance programs. Education outreach provides information on preventative care programs.

Shady Pines Adult Daycare SHORE UP!
1929 Northwood Drive
Salisbury, MD 21801
(443)-523-0050
https://shoreup.org/healthcare-adult-day-services/
SHORE UP! Inc. operates the Adult Day Services program at Shady Pines Adult Daycare. The program offers daily care to individuals with disabilities, ages 16 and up, and the elderly. Adult Day Services (ADS) has been operating since 1975, providing a safe, friendly place for clients to spend the day with well-trained, caring staff who will meet their needs.

Life Crisis Center
National Suicide Lifeline: 2-1-1
Local Crisis: (410)-749-4357
Text: Zip Code to 898-211
www.211.org for chat and resources
www.lifecrisiscenter.org

Life Crisis Center responds to National Suicide Lifeline and provides counseling, support groups and legal advocacy for victims of domestic violence, sexual abuse and child abuse. Life Crisis has a safe house for victims and their children. Outreach and education about suicide prevention, parenting and abuse intervention.

Disaster Distress Helpline
1-800-985-5990 or text ‘TalkWithUs’ to
66746 to speak with a trained counselor
For Spanish speakers” Call 1-800-985-5990
and press 2 or text ‘Hablanos’ to 66746

Crisis counseling and support for stress-related to natural or man-made disasters

Community Outreach Addictions Team (C.O.A.T.)
(443)-783-6875
Connect individuals to addictions treatment and local resources.

U.S. Health and Human Services Office of Minority Health
www.minorityhealth.hhs.gov

Programs and resources to reduce health disparities for minority groups.

Peninsula Mental Health and Addiction Services
102 W Market Street
Salisbury, MD 21801
(410)-860-2673
www.penaddictions.com
[email protected]
Mental health and addiction services provider.

Atlantic Psychological Practice
106 Milford Street, Suite 104
Salisbury, MD 21804
(410)-543-8291
www.atlanticpsychological.com
Assessment and treatment of mental health services. Specialize in children, adult and couple services also offered. Has a sliding scale fee based on income

Eastern Shore Psychological Services
1113 Healthway Drive
Salisbury, MD 21804
(410)-334-6961
www.espsmd.com
Behavioral and Mental Health Services. Services are not denied based on inability to pay.

Tri-Community Mediation
231 West Main Street
Salisbury, MD 21801
(410)-548-7174
www.tricommunitymediation.org
[email protected]

Free mediation and conflict resolution services. Supporting individuals, couples, families and others having tough conversations. Tri-Community offers group training, presentations and supports the community through outreach and in coordinating the Lower Shore Vulnerable Populations Task Force.

United Way of the Lower Eastern Shore
803 N. Salisbury Blvd Suite 2100
Salisbury, MD 21801
(410)-742-5143
www.UWLES.org

UWLES creates and enhances opportunities for making a positive and lasting impact in Education, Financial Stability and Health, serving all communities in Dorchester, Somerset, Wicomico and Worcester counties. United Way collaborates with organizations providing support to 80 programs and community initiatives, impacting 1 in every 3 individuals on the Lower Shore. Direct programs include Imagination Library program providing a free book each month to any registered child ages 0 – 5 years. Visit the website to register: https://www.uwles.org/imaginationlibrary SingleCare (formally named Family Wize) offers saving cards to both insured & uninsured, reducing the cost of many prescription medications. Visit: https://www.singlecare.com/prescription-discount-card#fw for more information and to download a savings card. GetConnected is a free online tool for any nonprofit or volunteer in Maryland. United Way of the Lower Eastern Shore provides this service to connect local resources with local volunteer needs, because together we can accomplish so much more. Visit: www.shoregetconnected.org

Rebirth 4 Hope
(410)-264-1441
www.rebirth4hope.org
[email protected]

Variety of community support programs. Focus on engaging the Haitian community through financial literacy, worker advocacy, radio station and opioid outreach.

The Joseph House
812 Boundary Street
Salisbury, MD 21801
(410)-749-4239
www.thejosephhouse.org
Crisis Center offers financial assistance for evictions, utilities and other financial concerns, food pantry, dining room with hot meals and a day facility for the homeless.

Wicomico County Department of Social Services 8:00a-5:00p
201 Baptist Street Suite 27
Salisbury, MD 21801
(410)-713-3900
[email protected]
DSS programs include:

• Social Services to Adults
• Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
• Temporary Cash Assistance
• Emergency Assistance
• Medicaid/Medicare
• Child Support Services
• Housing Assistance

Emergency Assistance for Families and Children (EAFC) provides emergency cash assistance to pay eviction notices, fuel or heat. Child Care Scholarship (CCS) provides financial assistance to cover childcare costs for eligible families. For information, visit: Money4ChildCare.com

Child and Adult Protective Services
Wicomico County Department of Social Services
If there are concerns about the safety or abuse of children or vulnerable adults, there are resources available. Child and adult protective services are overseen by the local department of social services and intervene in cases of abuse, neglect or maltreatment.

Child and adult protective services are overseen by the local department of social services and intervene in cases of abuse, neglect or maltreatment. To report child abuse, call Wicomico DSS and select option #1, or call (410)-548-4890 after 5pm. To report adult abuse, call Wicomico DSS or 1-(800)-332-6347

HOPE (Help & Outreach Point of Entry), Inc
Wicomico Presbyterian Church
129 Broad Street PO Box 5113
Salisbury, MD 21801
(410)-677-0757
HOPE, Inc provides financial assistance and guidance on health and dental concerns, assistance with birth certificates and Maryland identification and referrals to rehabilitation services, personal support and medication assistance.

Salisbury Urban Ministries
326 Barclay Street
(410)-749-1563
[email protected]
Salisbury, MD 21804 Salisbury Urban Ministries provides support for individuals and families in need, including Men’s Welcome Center for homeless men, Prescription Assistance, God’s Kitchen lunches on Saturdays, and Food Pantry

Maryland Relay
Call 7-1-1
Voice/TTY (410)-767-6960
Video Phone (443)-453-5970
www.marylandrelay.org

Free service for individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing or have difficulty speaking. MD Relay provides assistance to make it easier for those with difficulties to communicate.

Maryland Department of Disabilities
(410)-767-3660
TTY 1-(800)-637-4113
217 E. Redwood Street, Suite 1300
Baltimore, MD 21202
http://mdod.maryland.gov/Pages/Home.aspx

MDOD provides resources for Maryland residents living with all forms of disabilities. Services include:

• Attendant Care
• Assistive Technology
• Housing/Community Living
• Education
• Transportation
• Employment
• Disability Benefits
• Maryland ABLE savings accounts

Aging and Disability Resource Centers
Call 2-1-1 for assistance
https://211md.org/aging-and-disability-resource-centers
[email protected]

Programs that provide assistance for older adults and individuals with disabilities

United Needs and Abilities (UNA)
(410)-543-0665
688 E. Main Street
Salisbury, MD 21804
https://www.una1.org
UNA provides the following services to individuals with developmental disabilities:

• Residential
• Personal
• Mentoring
• Vocational/Employment
• Healthcare
• Transportation, Financial

Bay Shore Services
(410)-341-0307
1235 Pemberton Drive
Salisbury, MD 21801
www.bayshoreservices.org
The following services are offered to individuals with physical and developmental disabilities:

• Employment
• Residential
• Behavioral
• Community Supported Living
• Respite Care
• Individual and Family Support Services

Bay Area Center for Independent Living
(443)-260-0822
Video: (410)-202-0208
www.bayareacil.org
Promotes access to resources for individuals with disabilities and their families. Programs include:

• Assistive technology
• Vocational
• Ramp construction
• Counseling
• Support planning
• Therapy and recreation

Deaf Independent Living Association
M-F 9a-5p
TTY (410)-742-5052
(443)-365-2645
806 Snow Hill Road
Salisbury, MD 21804
www.dila.org
Services for deaf and hard of hearing individuals include:

• Residential
• Employment
• Interpreter Referrals
• ASL classes

Maryland Department of Health Developmental Disabilities Administration
Eastern Shore Regional Office
(410)-572-5920, TDD (800)-735-2258
926 Snow Hill Road, Building 100
Salisbury, MD 21804
[email protected]
Services include:

• Behavioral supports
• Employment
• Housing
• Low Intensity Supports Services
• Trainings
• Transitioning Youth
• Nursing

Maryland Food Bank-Eastern Shore Branch
28500 Owens Branch Road Salisbury, MD 21801
(410)-742-0050 M-F 7:30a-4pm
www.mdfoodbank.org
To find food pantries locally that are partners of the MD Food Bank visit: https://mdfoodbank.org/find-food/

Salvation Army
407 Oak Street Salisbury, MD 21804
(410)-749-3077
*Call in advance for hours and availability ID is required for food. Salvation Army offers assistance with rent, mortgage and utilities. Family Thrift Store offers discounted clothing and home items and is located at 215 E Vine Street.

Telemon Corporation
31901 Tri-County Way, Suite 112 Salisbury, MD 21804
M-F 8a-4:30p (410)-546-4604
Food Pantry available Tuesday 9a-12p and 1p-4p. Identification and proof of family size is required.

Wicomico High School Food Pantry
Food available to all WiHi students. Orders can be picked up at WiHi on select days. No personal information is required. To register: https://forms.gle/PMHxc9QLSeaAz8ze8 *Donations are also accepted

Emmanuel Church Adopt A Block Food Distribution
217 Beaglin Park Drive Salisbury, MD 21804
(410)-749-6594
[email protected]
Adopt a Block Saturdays are held every 2nd and 4th Saturday each month from 8:30-9:30a

Fruitland Baptist Church
630 Clyde Avenue Fruitland, MD 21826
Monday 10a-1p (443)-880-0217
Food for Wicomico County residents only. Must have an ID to receive food.

Salisbury Urban Ministries Lazarus Food Pantry
326 Barclay Street Salisbury, MD 21804
(443)-783-7687
www.sbyurbanministries.org
Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10am-12pm. Wicomico County residents are eligible for food once per month. To apply, identification, proof of income, residency and SNAP recipient proof needed God’s Kitchen serves hot lunches every Saturday from 11am-1pm.

Public School Enrollment

All children are required to attend school and have the right to receive an education. Salisbury residents are districted to attend schools in the Wicomico County Public School System for K-12 To enroll your child, visit Wicomico County Public Schools’ website for registration forms. Complete the required forms and documents and email to [email protected]. Language line and limited in-person/phone interpreters available.

Information required for enrollment:

Student:

• Birth certificate, Social Security Card*, Immunization Records and Current Physical, IEP or 504 (if applicable) and transcript or current report card
• *All children, regardless of immigration status have a right to public education and under federal law, SSN are not required for enrollment. If a SSN is required to written on the form but the child does not have it, you may put 000-00-0000.

Parent:

•  2 forms of proof of residency. For Home Owners, a Mortgage/Property Tax Bill and one of the following: current gas, water or electric bill that states the service address
• For Renters/Lessee’s: Current rental/lease agreement and gas, water or electric bill that states the service address

For more information and questions, contact 410-677-4400

Wor-Wic Community College-Adult Education Program (Wicomico County)

• The college offers academic preparation courses to those that want to obtain their Maryland High School Diploma Program and/or to increase their language acquisition skills by enrolling in the English as a Second Language Program. Additionally, we provide employment programming content in the adult literacy classes that focuses on workforce preparation and career development services.

There are two ways that students can obtain their Maryland High School Diploma:

1. To pass the Official GED® Test: Students can take classes to refresh their skills in Mathematical Reasoning, Reasoning Through Language Arts, Science and Social Studies before taking the test. Students must get a minimum of 145 in each subject area before being awarded the diploma. The test costs a total of $45 or $11.25 for each section. Students must register on GED.com or call 1-877-392-6433.
2. To complete the National External Diploma Program that is an online self-paced portfolio program: This program is for eligible adults and out-of-school youth that obtain qualifying scores in reading and math assessments designed for adult learners.

We offer Beginning, Intermediate and Advanced level classes for English language learners in the English as a Second Language classes. The content covers interpretive, productive and interactive modalities that focus on reading, writing, speaking and listening skills.

Once learners successfully complete their educational track in the Adult Education Program, we provide them with transitional assistance to post-secondary education-credit and non-credit courses, job training and/or employment.

Classes are FREE and are offered a hybrid format (in-person/online or virtual/online). For more information about the testing and class placement process for the Adult Education Program in Wicomico County at Wor-Wic Community College, contact us at 443-669-6373 or [email protected].

Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library- Sponsored by the United Way of the Lower Eastern Shore

A literacy and kindergarten readiness program for children from birth to age 5. Free books are sent each month. To enroll: https://imaginationlibrary.com/usa/affiliate/MDLOWEREASTERN/

SHORE UP!
520 Snow Hill Road Salisbury, MD 21804
(410)-749-9191 TDD: (410)-860-8800
https://shoreup.org/education/

A Community Action Agency providing educational opportunities and assistance. Programs include GED preparation, skills training, financial education and coaching. Individuals and families may work with SHORE UP! to receive credentials, including a Commercial Driver’s License, Certified Nursing Assistant, or a Child Development Associate Credential. SHORE UP! also operates 13 Head Start and Early Head Start centers

Head Start and Early Head Start
520 Snow Hill Road Salisbury, MD 21804
(410)-749-1142 TDD: (410)-860-8800
https://shoreup.org/head-start-early-head-start-recruitment/

Eligibility: · Birth to age 5 · Federal income poverty requirements · Families eligible for TANF, SSI or individuals with disabilities education act To apply: https://secure.pro2000md.org/Inapp1.asp

Wicomico Public Libraries
Downtown Branch: 122 S. Division St
Salisbury, MD 21801
(P): 410-749-3612
Centre Branch: 2300 N. Salisbury Blvd
Salisbury, MD 21801
(P): 410-546-5397
http://www.wicomicolibraries.org

Public library system that offers technology, education services and resources. Project READ is an adult literacy program focused on reading, writing and math skills to improve overall quality of life. For information about Project READ contact (410)-749-3612 ext. 159

Rebirth Community Virtual School Support Center
Langeler Memorial Building
225 N. Division St, Salisbury, MD 21801
Mon, Wed & Fri., 8am-2pm, 4pm-7pm
[email protected]

Support for students and family members navigating virtual learning. Center offers high-speed internet, tutoring, and computer lab. Instructors speak Creole, Spanish and English.

English Language Support Center
916 South Schumaker Drive Salisbury, MD 21804
(410)-677-4537
Email: Constance Donigan, [email protected]

WCBOE offers the English Language Support Center, a program for high school students to receive grade-level content with the support of ESOL teachers and bilingual staff. Students must be enrolled in their home school before being placed in classes at the Center.

Wor-Wic Community College
32000 Campus Drive, Salisbury, MD 21804
(410)-334-2800
www.worwic.edu
Adult education programs: · Adult Basic Education (ABE) classes · GED® Test Preparation · National External Diploma Program · English as a Second Language (ESL) classes Associate degree and Pre-Professional and Occupational Programs Short-term employment training.

Salisbury University
1101 Camden Avenue, Salisbury, MD 21801
www.salisbury.edu
Admissions/Academic Programs:
(410)-543-6161 or [email protected]
English Language Institute:
(410)-677-5027
[email protected]
Higher education programs. SU also hosts the May Literacy Center. English Language Institute at SU offers English language courses to ESL learners to promote a successful transition to the U.S.

May Literacy Center
Salisbury University
Brian Flores-Director
(410)-546-4378
[email protected]
Program that supports children’s literacy from kindergarten to 8th grade. Connects students and families with educational resources and provides tutoring for K-8th grade students.

College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP)
Nina Soto Ramirez-Director
(410)-548-2175
[email protected]

CAMP provides assistance to students who are migrant or seasonal/temporary farmworkers and their children who are enrolled in their first year of undergraduate studies at Salisbury University. CAMP Scholars are provided financial, academic, and social/emotional supportive services to promote success.

Computer Literacy Resources
http://www.ala.org/advocacy/advleg/federallegislation/govinfo/egovernment/egovtoolkit/training
Online trainings to increase computer and internet literacy.

Maryland Legal Aid
201 E Main Street Salisbury, MD 21801
9am-5pm P: 410-546-5511 www.mdlab.org

Free civil legal assistance to eligible residents. Household income must be below 125% of the Federal Poverty Income Guidelines to be financially eligible. United States citizens, lawful permanent residents and certain other categories of immigrants are eligible for our services. Your citizenship status is kept confidential and will not be reported to any government agencies. We do not handle immigration matters. Outreach to migrant agricultural workers in Maryland and Delaware regardless of their status. Scope of services offered will depend on income and immigration status.

Midshore Pro Bono
1118 East Main Street, Salisbury, MD 21801
P: 410-829-0394, www.midshoreprobono.org
[email protected]

Free civil legal assistance. MSPB has family and elder law clinics, consumer debt and housing and immigration assistance. Connects low-income residents with legal services to address matters of child custody/visitation, divorce, employment, power of attorney, consumer debt, landlord-tenant disputes and other civil legal concerns.

CATA Maryland
PO Box 4632, Salisbury, MD
(410)-572-5959, https://www.cata-farmworkers.org
[email protected]

A national farmworker support committee with an office in Salisbury. Promotes worker’s rights, immigration and food justice. CATA provides legal consultation services and immigration assistance. CATA promotes worker’s rights and food justice.

Maryland Volunteer Lawyers Service
https://mvlslaw.org
Phone Intake Hours: Mon-Thurs 9a-12p
(800)-510-0050, Email: [email protected]
Connects low-income MD residents with volunteer lawyers and community partners to provide free civil legal assistance. Online Intake: https://mdoi.legalserver.org/modules/matter/extern_intake.php?pid=126&h=305b29

CASA de Maryland Legal Hotline
(301)-270-8432, https://wearecasa.org

CASA provides a variety of services to residents including legal services and citizenship support. Call the hotline to receive advice and legal referrals

District Court for Wicomico County Self-Help Center
201 Baptist Street, 2248A, Salisbury, MD 21801
Phone and online chat: Monday-Friday 8:30am-8:00p
(410)-260-1392, https://www.courts.state.md.us/helpcenter/mchc

Free help with civil legal cases. Lawyers are available to help with understanding court documents, preparing for court hearing, completing court forms, preparing for mediation, deciding what to do next and finding a lawyer. This service is provided to help you represent yourself and a lawyer will not represent you.

SHORE UP!
520 Snow Hill Road Salisbury, MD 21804
(P): 410-749-1142, https://shoreup.org/housing/

Through the Housing Counseling Program, SHORE UP! helps with: · Finding decent, affordable housing · Budget and credit counseling · Pre-Purchase or First-Time Homebuyer Education · Post-Purchase Education · Default and Delinquency Education Energy efficiency improvements are offered to lower energy costs, and through the Energy Assistance program, SHORE UP! pays the current and delinquent utility bills for eligible individuals and families.

Telamon Corporation
31901 Tri-County Way Suite 112 Salisbury, MD 21804
(410)-546-4604

Emergency rental, mortgage and utility assistance.

Wicomico Local Management Board
125 N Division Street Room 101, Salisbury, MD 21801

Promotes a safe, healthy and stable environment for children and families. Coordinate programming, including Rental Assistance. LMB provides community-based services and connects families with resources and services. Rental Assistance Program: (443)-359-2265 [email protected] https://www.wicomicocounty.org/140/Local-Management-Board-Wicomico-Partners

Habitat for Humanity of Wicomico County (HFHWC)
https://www.wicomicohabitat.org, (P): 410-546-1551

HFHWC offers a broad range of income based housing services including: homeownership program, home repair program, Covid-19 rental assistance, and case management for families that want to access homeownership but need one-on-one financial counseling and information to improve credit scores. HFHWC partners with AmeriCorps and offers volunteer opportunities as well as social work internships. More information online or call for appointment.

City of Salisbury Housing and Community Development Department
207 W. Main Street Suite 102, Salisbury, MD
(833)-SBY-CITY, [email protected]

Range of services, including the Housing First program that provides individual housing support to increase stability. Outreach and resource navigation assistance available.

Salisbury Neighborhood Housing Services, Inc
560 Riverside Drive Suite A102, Salisbury, MD 21801
(410)-543-4626, www.salisburynhs.org
COVID-19 Rental Assistance Available- eligibility requirements apply. Call or email [email protected] for an application. Housing services for homeownership and community development. Programs include; budget and credit counseling, homebuyer education, foreclosure counseling, closing cost grants, loans and property development.

Affordable Housing Units
https://salisbury.md/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Affordable-Housing-Resources-List-2-5-2018.pdf

Fenix Youth Project
239 Florida Ave Salisbury, MD 21801
(443)-736-8028, www.fenixyouthproject.org
[email protected]
For ages 13-24 who are facing homelessness, Fenix Youth Project provides a range of services and referrals. Drop-In Center has resources and is open weekly. Fenix advocates for social justice and provides opportunities for youth to learn, educate and better the surrounding community.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Eastern Shore
200 W Main Street, Salisbury, MD 21801
(410)-543-2447, www.shorebiglittle.org
Mentoring program that matches children with volunteers, creating relationships that foster support to help youth overcome challenges.

Lead4Life
225 N Division Street Suite 204, Salisbury, MD 21801
(443)-978-7864
Education resources to children and young adults to increase successful lives.

Salisbury Urban Ministries- Kid’s Cafe
(410)-749-1563, [email protected]
www.sbyurbanministries.org
After school and summer program. Kid’s Cafe offers homework help, mentoring and other services for children.

Wicomico Mentoring Project
2424 Northgate Drive PO Box 1538, Salisbury, MD 21801
(410)-677-4536
Provides educational, social, developmental and recreational supports for K-12 students.

EPOCH Dream Center
202 N Main Street PO Box 218, Hebron, Maryland 21830
(443)-783-3683, www.epochdreamcenter.com
[email protected]
Mentoring, tutoring and other programs for children to improve academic, social and developmental growth. Year-round programs.

Wicomico High School TRIBE After School Program
[email protected], https://www.wcboe.org/domain/1654
Tutoring for Wicomico High School students. Held daily from 3-5 virtually. To sign up: https://forms.gle/g3HMtYo4HL2rwzuQ8

To find Childcare in Maryland, call LOCATE: Childcare 877-261-0060

For more information, visit: https://www.marylandfamilynetwork.org/for-parents/locate-child-care

Childcare Scholarships (CCS) Childcare Scholarships CSS Central
PO Box 17015, Baltimore, MD 21297
866-243-8796
Financial assistance with childcare costs to eligible working families. For information on eligibility and applications, visit: https://earlychildhood.marylandpublicschools.org/child-care-providers/child-care-scholarship-program

Child Care Information and Resources Lower Shore Child Care Resource Center
Suite 500, East Campus Complex (Wayne and Power Streets)
Salisbury University, Salisbury, Maryland 21801, 410-543-6650
Child Care Information and Resources http://www.lowershoreccrc.org/

Child Support Administration Office of Child Support
31901 Tri-County Way, Suite 101, Salisbury, MD 21801
800-332-6347 (Customer Service), 844-324-3855 (Automated Customer Service and Payment Information)

Every child has the right to receive support from both parents. The Child Support Administration works with parents to ensure the child is supported financially, medically, and emotionally. For more information: https://dhs.maryland.gov/child-support-services/

Office of Child Care Region 9 (Lower Shore Office)
Maryland State Department of Education
201 Baptist Street, Suite 32, 2nd Floor, Salisbury, MD 21801
410-713-3430, [email protected]
Childcare Licensing information: https://earlychildhood.marylandpublicschools.org/node/741

Shore Transit
(443)-260-2300 www.shoretransit.org [email protected]
Public transportation company on the Lower Eastern Shore. Shore Transit has existing stops and pre-determined schedules. Stops and schedules can be found online. For individuals with disabilities, there are additional resources available through Paratransit options. Application and eligibility required to schedule additional ride services. For more information: http://www.shoretransit.org/Paratransit/ShoreRideShoreAccess.aspxw

Medical Assistance Transportation Wicomico County Health Department https://www.wicomicohealth.org/medical-assistance-transportation/

Wicomico County Public Libraries
Downtown: 122 S. Division Street (410)-749-3612
Centre: 2300 N Salisbury Blvd (410)-546-5397
Pittsville: 34372 Old Ocean City Road (410)-835-2353
www.wicomicolibraries.org
The Wicomico County Public Libraries offer a variety of services and programs for adults, children and families including: · Hotspot and technology loans · Free WiFi · Printing and computers · Books, movies and magazines · Online tutoring · Job search center *Services change by location. Contact your home branch for more information

District Court of Maryland for Wicomico County
201 Baptist Street, Salisbury, MD 21801
(800)-940-3267
District Court hears landlord/tenant, traffic and most other civil legal cases. For information on Maryland Court resources, visit: https://mdcourts.gov/courthelp

City of Salisbury Finance Department
125 North Division Street Room 103
(833)-SBY-CITY, Hours: M 9a-12p, W 12p-3p
Email: [email protected]

The Finance Department accepts payments for City services:

• Water/Sewer/Trash
• Parking Tickets
• Property Taxes

To pay bills via phone: (888)-250-1639

• Every month, local businesses, artists and organizations host ‘Third Friday’ in Downtown Salisbury from 5-8pm. For more information, visit www.3rdfridaysby.com. Bring the family to explore vendors, local artists and enjoy the Downtown Arts & Entertainment District.
• Like @DowntownSalisburyMD and @CityofSBY on Facebook for more information on activities for adults and families.
• Wicomico County Public Libraries hosts and partners with local organizations to provide events for adults, youth and families on a regular basis. For more information, view the Wicomico Public Libraries Events Calendar Online

Park Name and Information (All parks open dawn-dusk, unless specified)

Salisbury City Park
521 S Park Drive
Salisbury. MD 21804

Salisbury Skate Park
926 South Park Drive
Salisbury, MD 21801
Open 8:00a-4:30p.

Boundless Playground
Broad Street and Poplar Hill Avenue
Salisbury, MD

Pemberton Historical Park
5561 Plantation Lane Salisbury, MD 21801
www.pembertonpark.org

Church Street Playground
Comfort Safety Zone
522 East William Street
Salisbury, MD 21801

Schumaker Park
1019 South Schumaker Drive Salisbury, MD 21804

Doverdale Park and Playground
Decatur Ave and Johnson St
Salisbury, MD 21801

Salisbury Zoo
755 S Park Dr, Salisbury, MD 21804
www.salisburyzoo.org

Woodcock Park and Playground
803 Riverside Road
Salisbury, MD 21801

Ward Museum
909 South Schumaker Drive
Salisbury, MD 21804
(410)-742-4988
www.wardmuseum.org

Newton-Camden Tot Lot
310 Newton Street
Salisbury, MD 21801

Waterside Park
Fitzwater Drive and Parsons Road
Salisbury, MD 21801

Park and Flea Market
Downtown Salisbury, MD
Route 13 and Main Street
Saturdays and Sundays Hosted year round. Local vendors with clothing and home items for sale, produce, plants, antiques and more!

Shore Fresh Growers Farmers Market
Lot 1 near Downtown Library Branch
106 Circle Ave, Salisbury, MD 21801
@ShoreFresh on Facebook
Hosted from the beginning of May through November. Local vendors have breads, pastries, produce, eggs, meat, honey, crafts and more!

Camden Avenue Farmers Market
1401 Camden Avenue Salisbury, MD 21801
Tuesdays from 2:30-6:00pm
@CamdenAvenueFarmersMarket on Facebook
[email protected]
Hosted year round. Local vendors offer produce, eggs, flowers, baked goods, jellies and more!