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Department of Aging and Human Services
The Department of Aging & Human Services provides a wide variety of programs and services to the county's senior residents, as well as other segments of the population in need.
Our senior programs include, but are not limited to home and community-based services such as: home delivered and congregate meals, in-home services, ombudsman services, caregiver support, Senior Information & Assistance (I&A), social and recreational programs, health promotion, community outreach, and volunteer opportunities. The Human Services Division is responsible for the coordination of supportive services to families and children, Christmas Caring, Community Development, and non-profit agency monitoring.
The Aging and Disability Resource Center/Maryland Access Point (ADRC/MAP) is your link to health and support services. The ADRC/MAP is a free information and referral service. It is open to the public and to individuals of all income levels. The St. Mary's County Department of Aging & Human Services is working to provide older adults, persons experiencing a disability and caregivers with a single point of entry for services and information.
We encourage you to make the Department of Aging & Human Services your first stop for information & resources. Whether you use of our many services daily basis, or on a more occasional basis, the St. Mary’s County Department of Aging & Human Services is the go-to for all your family related needs, including the young and young at heart.
Announcements & Upcoming Events
- Our Extensions Have Changed
- Scam Alert
- New Beginning Delivery Disruptions
- Updated Resource Guides Now Available!
- Navy Chiefs Assist Local Seniors
- N4A Recognizes Local Volunteers
- Commission for Women Seeking Nominations for 2017
- St. Mary's County Core Services Agency Recognized
- Commission for Women Lifetime Achievement Award Winner Named
- Secretary of State's Office Warns Marylanders to Beware of Charity Scams This Holiday Season
- Quilt Raffle Raises $3,500 for Garvey Senior Activity Center
- Energy Assistance Applications Available
- March/April 2017 Newsletter Now Available
- Scam Alert
- St. Mary's County Sheriff's Office Warns Citizens of IRS Tax Scams
- Town Hall Meeting to Address Program Updates and Realignment
- Human Relations Commission to be Rescheduled
- Third Annual Medication Take Back Day
- Cookbook Recipes Sought
- Dispose of Old and Worn Out Flags
- Behavioral Health Services and Administration Transitioning to Health Department
- Commission for Women Changes Meeting Dates
***PLEASE BE ADVISED***
Our Extensions Have Changed
The phone extensions for the Department of Aging & Human Services, Garvey Senior Activity Center, and Northern Senior Activity Center have changed.
Please make sure to press the star (*) key before dialing the extension.
Garvey Senior Activity Center – 301-475-4200, ext. *1050Northern Senior Activity Center – 301-475-4200, ext. *3101
Community Programs and Outreach
- Overview
- New Beginning Newsletter
- Health Fair
- Resource Guide
- Triad/SALT
- Road Show Presentations
- Contact Information
- Veterans Resource Guide
Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP)
- Overview
- Volunteer Opportunities
- Volunteer Enrollment Form
- Volunteer Time Sheet
- Volunteer Handbook
- Volunteer Stations
- Volunteer Stations Handbook
- Contact Information
Division of Senior Center Operations (Senior Activity Centers)
Home & Community-Based Services
- Overview
- Aging & Disability Resource Center/Maryland Access Point (ADRC/MAP)
- Caregiver Support & Respite Opportunities
- Community Options Waiver & Community First Choice Program
- Senior Care Program
- Senior Rights & Advocacy/Ombudsman
- Public Guardianship
- Contact Information
Human Services
- Overview
- Children & Family Services
- Christmas Caring
- Prescription Discount Card
- Project Graduation
- Resource Guide
- Teen Court
- Contact Information