Homeowner Resources - If Foreclosure Is Unavoidable

Homelessness Prevention

If you are facing eviction or foreclosure and have no immediate housing options, you can call the Department of Social Services Homelessness Prevention Program at (301) 909-6362

Alternative Housing

If you need to locate rental housing, see MDHousingsearch.org – a free service sponsored by DHCD that lists rental properties throughout the state of Maryland, or call 1-877-428-8844

Rental Assistance

If you are in need of rental assistance, you may be eligible for DHCD’s Rental Allowance Program. For information regarding income limits, please visit the RAP information page. For assistance with the Rental Allowance Program, please contact one of the local Administering Agencies.

Qualified applicants may obtain assistance with rental security deposits through the Tenancy Program at United Communities Against Poverty (UCAP) Call 301-322-5700.

Support Services

There are other supportive services in your area, such as the United Way’s 211 / First Call for Help which can be reached by calling 1-800-492-0618, or in most regions, 211.

Go to www.problemsolver.maryland.gov for information on housing, health, employment, utilities, transportation and other assistance from the State of Maryland.