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Emergency Assistance | Community Action Council of Howard County

9820 Patuxent Woods Drive, Columbia, MD 21046

Eligibility
Call for details
Required documents
Photo ID, copy of lease.
410-313-6440
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Application process
Download application from website.
Service area
Howard County, MD

Other Information

Special Populations

  • Open to All

Payment Options

  • Free or no-cost care

Provides assistance with utility shut offs and rent payments. Financial Assistance More information:

  • Open to both eviction and non-eviction cases, and residents of Section 8 or subsidized housing
  • Depending on eligibility, may also provide a rent stipend for up to 12 months

Last assured
08/13/2025
Providing organization
Community Action Council of Howard County
Provides the residents of howard county with a head start program, the fuel fund, meap, the weatherization program, emergency food, the emergency food assistance program, homeless care services, information and referral, a mentoring program and general financial assistance.