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Burial Assistance | Howard County Department of Social Services

9780 Patuxent Woods Drive, Columbia, MD 21046

Eligibility

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

Required documents

Varies contact for details.

410-872-8700
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Main

Application process

Call or visit website for details.

Service area

Howard County, MD

Other Information

Languages

Interpretation Services Available

Age Group

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

Special Populations

Open to All
Justice Involvement

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

What's Here
Providing organization

Howard County Department of Social Services

County agency providing social services programs.