Maryland Benefits Access Packet — LSC-Grade Legal Guide

Jurisdiction-correct document templates. Not legal advice.

1. Eligibility Checker — Maryland Public Benefits

SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program)

Medical Assistance (Medicaid)

Temporary Cash Assistance (TCA)

Maryland Energy Assistance Program (MEAP)

File at: Maryland court finder: https://www.mdcourts.gov/circuit

3. Step-by-Step Application Instructions

SNAP Benefits

1. Go to mydhrbenefits.dhr.state.md.us
2. Create an account or continue as guest
3. Complete the application
4. Upload documents or mail them later
5. Complete a phone or in-person interview

1. Call Maryland Benefits Center: 1-800-332-6347
2. Request an application be mailed to you
3. Complete and return by mail
4. Complete phone interview

1. Visit your local Department of Social Services

Medical Assistance (Medicaid)

Temporary Cash Assistance (TCA)

Energy Assistance (MEAP)

5. Application Checklist

Before Applying

• [ ] Gather all required documents
• [ ] Know your household size and income
• [ ] Have Social Security numbers ready
• [ ] Know your housing and utility costs
• [ ] Have bank account information

During Application

• [ ] Answer all questions honestly
• [ ] Report ALL income sources
• [ ] List ALL household members
• [ ] Sign and date the application

LEGAL AID

• Maryland Legal Aid: mdlab.org · 1-800-999-8904
• Women's Law Center of MD: wlcmd.org · (410) 321-8761
• House of Ruth MD (DV): hruth.org · 1-888-880-7884
• MD Courts Self-Help: mdcourts.gov/selfhelp · (410) 260-1394

*Not legal advice. Jurist-Diction is not a law firm. Templates are jurisdiction-correct.

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