We have a large selection of resources in-house, but if you need emergency assistance, please contact one of our community partners below.

Prince George’s County (MD) Emergency Rental Assistance Program
Phone:  (301) 883-6504
https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/3703/Emergency-Rental-Assistance-Program
Offers relief to landlords on behalf of renters and tenants experiencing financial difficulties due to the COVID-19 pandemic through the Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP). ERAP covers past due rent beginning April 1, 2020, up to 18 months and past due utility and home energy bill payments, beginning April 1, 2020, up to 18 months.

Prince George’s County (MD) Department of Social Services
Phone:  (301) 909-7000
https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/community/health--human-services/social-services/about-us
We assist our customers through such programs as; Temporary Cash Assistance, Food Supplement Program, Medical Assistance, Emergency Assistance, and Foster Care and Adoption Service.

Maryland Department of Human Services, Office of Home Energy Programs
Phone:  1-800-332-6347
https://dhs.maryland.gov/energy
Energy Assistance is a year-round program. You can apply at any time during the year, but you can only receive benefits once each year and must reapply each fiscal year (July- June). If you are having trouble affording your utility or heating bill, you do not need a turn-off notice to qualify for assistance. The Office of Home Energy Programs strongly encourages you to apply for assistance before you receive a turn-off notice so that funds can be applied to your account as soon as possible. All OHEP program eligibility is income-based and you do not need a turn-off notice to qualify for assistance.

Washington DC Department of Human Services
Phone: (202) 671-4200
https://dhs.dc.gov
The mission of the DC Department of Human Services is to empower every District resident to reach their full potential by providing meaningful connections to work opportunities, economic assistance, and supportive services.

Community Crisis Services, Inc. (PG County)
Phone:  1-888-731-0999
https://www.communitycrisis.org
Coordinates shelter placements to Prince George’s County shelters. Shelters are available to men, women & children. Our shelter diversion program helps individuals and families identify other resources to help them stay in their current living situation before they become homeless.

Homelessness Services Hotline (DC)
Phone:  (202) 399-7093
https://dhs.dc.gov/page/services-individuals-experiencing-homelessness
Assists those needing emergency shelter. The Homeless Services Hotline is open every day from 8 AM - 12 AM. During hypothermia season (November 1 - April 15), the Homeless Services Hotline is open 24 hours a day. Transportation to the shelter is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week during hypothermia season.

Sasha Bruce (DC)
Phone:  (202) 547-7777
https://www.sashabruce.org
The mission of Sasha Bruce Youthwork is to improve the lives of runaway, homeless, abused, and neglected at-risk youth and their families in the Washington area. We achieve this by providing shelter, counseling, life skills training and positive youth development activities to approximately 1,500 youth and 5,000 family members each year.

Community Advocates for Family & Youth (PG County)
Phone:  (301) 882-2002, Text NOMORE to 71441
www.cafyonline.org
To embrace, educate and empower those impacted, affected, or harmed by crime or trauma on their journey to justice and healing.

Community Crisis Services, Inc. (PG County)
Child Abuse/Neglect: (301) 909-2450
Adult Abuse/Neglect: (301) 909-2228
https://www.communitycrisis.org
Coordinates shelter placements to Prince George’s County shelters. Shelters are available to men, women & children. Our shelter diversion program helps individuals and families identify other resources to help them stay in their current living situation before they become homeless.

National Domestic Violence Hotline
Phone: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233), Text LOVEIS to 22522
www.thehotline.org
 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year, the National Domestic Violence Hotline provides essential tools and support to help survivors of domestic violence so they can live their lives free of abuse.

Prince George’s County Family Justice Center
Phone: (301) 780-8008
https://pgcfamilyjusticecenter.org
The Prince George’s County Family Justice Center, an initiative of the Circuit Court that provides a comprehensive array of services for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, and elder abuse.

Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Center, University of Maryland Capital Region Health
Phone: (240) 677-2337
https://www.umms.org/capital/health-services/emergency-department/assault-and-abuse-services
The emergency department and Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Center (DVSAC) provide treatment and support to victims including those of: sexual assault, domestic violence, strangulation, elder abuse and neglect, and sex trafficking.

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Phone: 988 (Call or Text)
https://988lifeline.org
We can all help prevent suicide. The 988 Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in the United States.

Crisis Text Line
Text: Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a volunteer Crisis Counselor
https://www.crisistextline.org
Crisis Text Line provides free, 24/7, high-quality text-based mental health support and crisis intervention by empowering a community of trained volunteers to support people in their moments of need.

Office of Veterans Affairs
Phone: 1-800-698-2411
https://www.va.gov
The Office of Veteran's Affairs goal is to  provide veterans the world-class benefits and services they have earned — and to do so by adhering to the highest standards of compassion, commitment, excellence, professionalism, integrity, accountability, and stewardship.

Prince George's County Office of Veterans Affairs
Phone: (301) 952-3904
https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/county-executive/community/office-veterans-affairs
Prince George’s County is the Crown Jewel of Maryland and home to the largest population of Veterans in the state of Maryland. The Office of Veteran Affairs is located within the County Executive’s Office.  We serve eligible veterans, their dependents, surviving spouses, children of deceased veterans, members of the Reserves or National Guard, and active-duty service members who reside in the county.

Easterseals
Phone: (301) 588-8700
https://www.easterseals.com/DCMDVA/
Easterseals DC MD VA is leading the way to full equity, inclusion, and access through direct and life-changing disability and community services. Since 1945, Easterseals DC MD VA has worked tirelessly to enhance quality of life and expand access to healthcare, education, and employment. And we won’t rest until each one of us is valued, respected, and accepted.