Toys for Christmas
Toys for Tots of Calvert County – Look for registration for the 2024 Toys for Tots campaign to begin around October 1, 2024. Only Calvert County Residents are eligible to register for help from Toys for Tots of Calvert County. You must have a birth certificate or court order for all children your register. After you apply you will receive a confirmation email, keep that email and be patient, confirmation emails will go out after confirmation closes around mid-November. Please make sure you use a current email address and cell phone number. Notifications will go out to the email you used during registration. Website: http://chesapeake-beach-md.toysfortots.org/
Financial Assistance
Calvert Family Advocates – Financial assistance to prevent homelessness, further education, access medical care and support the elderly and veterans. Eligibility Requirements – Must be a Calvert County Department of Social Services customer
“Preventing homelessness by addressing the immediate critical needs of families”
Calvert Family Advocates provides financial assistance to families referred by Calvert County’s Department of Social Services who are on the threshold of losing their homes or are experiencing emergencies which threaten families’ safety and well-being. Calvert Family Advocates pays rental, mortgage and utilities arranges to enable families to remain together and sheltered; and first month’s rent or security deposits to enable families to transition out of shelters and into permanent housing.
“Helping people “get ahead” through education and job training”
Calvert Family Advocates supports adults striving to achieve or maintain self-sufficiency. Our mission is to “help people help themselves”. We do this by providing financial assistance where gaps exist in government programs. For instance, a lack of funds to repair a car could lead to the loss of a job and the loss of a home. We believe in helping with the car repair so the wage earner does not lose the ability to support themselves and their family. Calvert Family Advocates also provides assistance with the cost of education and job training; job-related clothing and supplies; and transportation-related costs including driver’s education.
“Improving the safety and well-being of vulnerable seniors”
Calvert Family Advocates supports the work of the Calvert County Department of Social Services and the Office on Aging by providing financial support to improve the safety and well-being of senior citizens in need. Examples of assistance provided include medical supplies, prescription deductibles, home safety modifications, and transportation to medical appointments.
“Providing opportunities for homeless and at-risk youth”
Calvert Family Advocates provides opportunities for homeless and at-risk youth by offering grants for summer camp and clothing; and financial assistance with necessities such as food and toiletries. Children receiving assistance through the Youth Program are identified by Calvert County Public Schools’ teachers and staff who know the children and understand the needs of the families.
The McKinney-Vento Program ensures the needs of homeless students are met during the school year. However, during the summer months, these children and youth, who are living doubled up in overcrowded housing, shelters, and motels have limited access to educational and recreational activities. Summer camp provides homeless and at-risk students a safe, fun place to socialize with their peers, engage in new experiences, and have a brief respite from the stress of homelessness. For children who have never had new clothes, a new outfit increases their self-esteem and readiness to learn.
Contact Information:
P.O. Box 186 Prince Frederick, MD 20678 443-550-6917 chair@calfam.org http://www.calfam.org
Transportation
Calvert County, through the Public Transportation Division of the Department of Community Resources, serves the transportation needs of the public as well as the elderly and persons with disabilities. The county provides eight fixed routes and four demand-response/para-transit routes to link residents with major shopping, medical and employment areas, as well as with public services available in Prince Frederick.
Calvert County Public Transportation uses a Flag System. All Calvert County public transportation routes operate through the use of designated reference points for timing the route and the “flag system.” Riders must flag down the bus and can board anywhere along the route where the driver deems it safe to pull over.
The bus schedules list locations that are not bus stops; they are reference points for timing the route. Riders may board at other points along the route. Bus schedules can be viewed at https://www.calvertcountymd.gov/885/Bus-Schedules
Clothing Assistance
Birthright of Prince Frederick services are always free and confidential. We offer assistance to include material resources, community resources, and a non-judgmental place to discuss your pregnancy options.
We help any woman regardless of age, race, circumstances, religion, marital status or financial situation. Available Material Resources Include:
- Maternity Clothes (Gently used)
- Baby Clothing (Newborn to 24 months)
- Diapers
- Baby Wipes
- Formula
- Baby Food
- Breast Pumps
- Baby Bottles and Accessories
- Welcome Home Baby Layette Set
**The availability of material resources is dependent on our supply. Not all material resources listed may be available at all times.
Contact Information
301 Steeple Chase Drive, Prince Frederick, MD 20678
410-257-1402 http://www.birthrightpf.com/
24 Hour Hotline: 1-800-550-4900
Calvert County Commission for Women Clothes Closet – Used, low-cost women’s business attire. Additional programs available through Calvert County Commission for Women:
- Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence Awareness Events
- Financial Literacy Forums
- Sextortion and Human Trafficking Talks
- I CAN Series
- Women of the World Recognition Luncheon
- Legislative and Regulatory Monitoring
- Health Expo
Contact Information
By Appointment Only, contact Ariane Odom, 410-615-4221 bishop7211@hotmail.com
https://www.calvertcountymd.gov/672/Commission-for-Women
Solomons Mission Center – Solomons United Methodist – Solomons Mission Center is welcoming all who may need assistance with no requirements. Offering clothes to those in need as well as food and prepared meals.
Contact Information:
Roberta Bordash 410-326-3278 solomonsmissioncenter@gmail.com https://www.solomonsumchurch.org/food-pantry/
Housing Assistance
LifeStyles provides financial assistance to support households who may be facing evictions, help with move-in costs, utility disconnections, and other gap-filling services.
Eligibility is based upon available funding. Persons will need to complete an application, and may also have to provide a photo ID for all adult members in the household, proof of income from the last 30 days, and social security information.
Contact Information
301-609-9900 info@lifestylesofmd.org http://www.lifestylesofmd.org
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 09:00 am ~ 05:00 pm
Early Childhood Education Assistance
HIPPY/Healthy Families Calvert County – Parents can enter the Healthy Families program prenatally or before a baby is three months old. Family Support Workers partner with parents to help build a nurturing relationship between parent and child, provide information on how children develop, and suggest ideas for activities for parents to engage with their child. Services are provided where it is most convenient for the participant – usually at home.
Healthy Families participants receive:
- Information on how children develop and learn.
- Materials and ideas for activities to do with children to strengthen the bond between parent and child.
- Knowledge and skills to help parents prepare children for success in school.
- Support for parents with children up to age 5.
- Connection to services such as help with food, housing, medical, education and training so that parents can focus on themselves and their children
Home Instruction of Parents of Preschool Youngsters (HIPPY)
- Support through Healthy Families can continue until a child is age three and eligible for the HIPPY (Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters) program. Parents of children ages 3-5, not already enrolled in the Healthy Families Program, may be eligible to enroll in HIPPY. The HIPPY Program continues to focus on supporting parents through home-visiting but with an emphasis on school readiness.
- HIPPY Home Visitors meet parents weekly for 30 weeks providing the HIPPY curriculum, books and educational materials. Parents are trained to use the curriculum and educational materials with their child, supporting the parent’s ability to be their child’s first teacher. The curriculum provides activities for parents to do for 15-20 minutes daily for five days. The suggested activities include language/literacy, math, science and motor activities.
The Judy Center – The mission of the Judy Center is to provide services designed to promote school readiness to children ages birth through five. We accomplish this through partnerships with community agencies in the county. The goal of the Judy Center is to increase the number of children who enter school ready to learn. There is a Judy Center at the Patuxent Appeal and Calvert Elementary Campuses.
Contact Information
Karen Jordan, Judy Center Program Coordinator 410-550-8083 jordank@calvertnet.k12.md.us
Personal Enrichment
The Center for Life Enrichment – At the Center for Life Enrichment, our mission is to provide programs and support services that will increase the vocational and personal potential of individuals with disabilities. Our goal is to provide these services in a unique and individualized manner to improve overall quality of life.
Increased independence, integration into the workforce, and the opportunity for social interaction is the focus of our services.
Contact Information
301-373-8100 contact@tcle.org http://www.tcle.org
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 08:00 am ~ 04:00 pm
The Connection, Inc. – A social place for young adults with disabilities to build relationships outside of their home environment through classes, volunteering, and exploring their community. The Connection is a place that bridges the gap between high school and adulthood for individuals with mild to moderate intellectual developmental disabilities. These individuals may not qualify to receive services from other organizations, but still need support, education and guidance to reach their life goals.
Contact Information
440 Solomons Island Rd S #214, Prince Frederick MD
301-509-3682 pwilley@theconnectionsomd.org https://www.theconnectionsomd.org/
Baby Supplies
Calvert County Diaper Bank – If you or someone you know is in need of diapers or wipes, you’ve come to the right place. We deliver diaper essentials on a monthly and emergency basis to partners and those supplies are distributed to families in the community. We currently serve Calvert, Charles, Southern Prince George’s and St. Mary’s County. Maryland Diaper Bank does not distribute to individuals directly.
Contact Information
1450 Dares Beach Road Prince Frederick MD
443-550-8727 https://www.marylanddiaperbank.org/where-to-get-diapers
Care Net Pregnancy Center of Southern Maryland – Care Net Pregnancy Center of Southern Maryland is a free pregnancy center in Lexington Park, Maryland. We provide compassionate medical care for pregnancy and sexual health related services. If you think you may be pregnant or you are considering abortion, we’re here to help. Confidential services, offered at no cost to you – no insurance needed.
Contact Information
410.326.6866 https://carenetsomd.org/
Child Passenger Safety Seats – Motor vehicle crashes are one of the leading causes of injuries among young children in Calvert County. Using your child’s car safety seat correctly helps reduce motor vehicle injuries and death. The Calvert County Health Department offers a low cost safety seat program featuring convertible and high back booster seats to families in need. The program offers an educational and an instructional component. The program is funded by the Maryland Kids in Safety Seats program. Please call for an appointment. Eligibility requirements – Be a Calvert County resident, Income eligible.
Contact Information Tammy Halterman 410-535-5400 ext. 348 tammy.halterman@maryland.gov https://www.calverthealth.org/personalhealth/healthlyliving/injury