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Burial Assistance | Baltimore County Department of Social Services

Resource Name:Burial Assistance | Baltimore County Department of Social Services

address

439 Eastern Boulevard, Essex, MD 21221

Eligibility

Baltimore 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.
410-853-3000

Voice

·

Main

800-332-6347

Voice

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Toll-Free

Application process

Call or visit website for details.

Service area

Baltimore County, MD

Other Information

Age Group

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

Special Populations

  • Justice Involvement
  • Open to All

Languages

  • Interpretation Services Available

Payment Options

  • Free or no-cost care

DPSCS

  • Verified

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

12/12/2025

What's Here

Burial Benefits

Providing organization

Baltimore County Department of Social Services

County agency providing social services programs.