Baltimore County Department of Health and Human Services

11/23/2025

Baltimore County Health Centers are offering free COVID vaccines to all children who are eligible to the Vaccines for Children Program (VFC).

To qualify for the program your child has to fit into one of the four categories:
- 6 months to 18 years old
- Enrolled in Medicaid
- Uninsured
- Alaska Native or American Indian

To find a health center near you scan the QR code or visit bit.ly/43PTOBp

11/21/2025

Stay healthy and enjoy the time during the holidays with your family by staying up to date on your flu shots.

For more information click the link : https://www.baltimorecountymd.gov/departments/health/health-services/free-flu-shots

Don’t let sickness keep you from being with the people you love. Get your annual flu and COVID-19 vaccines, and ask your provider if RSV protection is right for you. Learn more: health.maryland.gov/vaccines.

11/20/2025

Everyone has a different journey towards quitting and all journeys can be equally successful.

If you need support you can call 1-800-QUIT-NOW

Congratulations on making the commitment to quit smoking for the ! Quitting takes time, and success is different for everyone. Free, confidential support to keep you smoke-free is available 24/7 at 1-800-QUIT-NOW or by texting READY to 34191.

11/20/2025

With winter quickly approaching, just over 24% of Americans report that their moods decline during the winter season.

The topic of our December webinar will be the 'Staying Connected: Combating Social Isolation and Loneliness'

No registration will be required for the December 10 webinar, just scan the QR code or visit bit.ly/4oWr6az.

11/20/2025

11/20/2025

The CDC and public health officials in several states, the Infant Botulism Treatment and Prevention Program, and FDA are investigating a multistate outbreak of infant botulism linked to recalled infant formula.

This recalled product has resulted in 23 hospitalizations over 13 states.

Please share this post to help spread the word.

For additional information you can click the link below:
https://www.cdc.gov/botulism/outbreaks-investigations/infant-formula-nov-2025/index.html

11/19/2025

You still have time to register online for our online Narcan training program tonight at 6 pm.

Participation in the online training is open to everyone, not just Baltimore County residents, and you will still receive your completion certificate and a Narcan kit.

You can register online at baltimorecountymd.gov/odresponse.

11/18/2025

If you missed the opportunity to share your opinions about the Overdose Response Priorities at the in-person sessions, you still have time to share your opinions.

All you have to do is scan the QR code for the online input survey. Your opinion will be heard once you complete it.

For the 2024 Baltimore County Overdose Response Priorities, you can follow the link:
https://www.baltimorecountymd.gov/files/departments/health/documents/overdoseresponseprioritiesltrhd2024.pdf

11/18/2025

Today the state of Maryland will issue 100% of federal SNAP benefits to those who are currently eligible for SNAP.

You can learn more here: https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/reports/that/maryland-snap-benefits-resume-100-november-18/?fbclid=IwY2xjawOJVJZleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFkc3pRbnExZEhnMG9GdGt4c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MghjYWxsc2l0ZQEyAAEeZrpXYH0C3RZnpwDXb4ULyZbVit1UeIj2hwfA2E3CngpGtdc89FpTOB2nt8A_aem_V_pXixPnKbBbGZEcsgptRA

SNAP is back! Maryland will issue 100% of federal SNAP benefits beginning November 18.

✅ If you usually get your SNAP benefits on or after November 18: Good news — nothing changes for you! Your full, regular November payment will arrive to your Maryland Independence EBT card on your usual date.

✅ If you usually get your SNAP benefits before November 18: You have already received part of your payment. You will get the rest of your November payment on your EBT card by November 18.

Stay up to date, check eligibility, and apply for assistance at MarylandBenefits.gov.

Learn more: https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/reports/that/maryland-snap-benefits-resume-100-november-18/.

11/17/2025

Are you looking to spread some holiday cheer?🎁 You can drop off the listed items at your nearest fire station, career or volunteer, to make a difference this season.

Help us spread holiday cheer across Baltimore County! 🎁 Drop off the listed items at your nearest fire station, career or volunteer, to make a difference this season.
Find a station near you: www.baltimorecountymd.gov/departments/fire/stations
Learn more: www.canconnects.org
Community Assistance Network

11/17/2025

The Baltimore County Freezing Weather Shelter will be opening at 6 pm Monday, November 17 through Tuesday, November 18 at 9 am.

Residents in need of shelter to avoid inclement weather and extreme cold conditions should be directed to the Eastern Family Resource Center at 9150 Franklin Square Drive, Rosedale, MD 21237; Hannah More Family Shelter at 12041 Reisterstown Road, Reisterstown, MD 21136 or Westside Men's Shelter at 309 Redwood Circle, Catonsville, MD 21228.

See below for more details.