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Burial Assistance | Dorchester County Department of Social Services

2737 Dorchester Square, Cambridge, MD 21613

Eligibility

Dorchester County residents whose deceased family member was a recipient of or eligible for a public assistance program.

Required documents

Varies contact for details.

Hours

Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm.
800-332-6347
Voice·

Toll-Free

410-901-4100
Voice·

Main

Application process

Call or visit website for details.

Service area

Dorchester County, MD

Other Information

Special Populations

  • Justice Involvement
  • Open to All

Languages

  • Interpretation Services Available

Age Group

  • Young Adults (20-30)
  • Teens (13-19)
  • Older Adults (55+)
  • Adults (31-54)

Payment Options

  • Free or no-cost care

Provides limited financial assistance for funeral expenses, including burial plots, vaults, grave digging, and burial clothing.

Benefits Counseling

More information:

  • Funds cannot be used towards reimbursement of expenses already paid

Last assured

12/31/2025
What's Here

Providing organization

Dorchester County Department of Social Services

County agency providing social services programs.