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Baltimore County Department of Aging Resources

The following resources are offered to Baltimore County Residents 60 +  For more information visit the https://www.baltimorecountymd.gov/departments/aging/ Baltimore County Department of Aging website. 

Senior Centers are still offering Virtual Learning. See link below to Virtual Classes and Programs offered by the OPAL Center

OPAL Center Classes and Programs

MAP of Baltimore County
410-887-2594 (Maryland Relay 7-1-1)
marylandaccesspoint.info

Maryland Access Point (MAP) of Baltimore County is part of a nationwide effort to streamline access to support, services and benefits to older adults, persons with disabilities their families and care providers.

Center Connection 410-887-2970

Center Connection links persons age 60 and over who need support to activities and services provided by the senior center. Center Connection Specialists, operating in eight Baltimore County Senior Centers, maximize individual’s senior center experience by encouraging participation in activities, registering for classes/eating together, and connecting them with other members.

Time of Your Life Digest 410-887-3050

Community Outreach Specialists    410-887-2594

This program connects Baltimore County residents age 60+ to community resources. Outreach workers evaluate seniors’ needs, assist with applying for benefits and services, and connect seniors to resources.

Countyride 410-887-2080

CountyRide provides paratransit transportation within the County for qualifying clients to appointments Monday through Friday. Reservations must be prescheduled and are scheduled on a first come, first serve basis. A book of 6  tickets costs $15.00. Payment by check or exact amount of cash ( No change available in vehicles.)

Eating Together  410-887-3052

The Eating Together program provides a nutritious meal and socialization in over 40 County sites in senior centers, community buildings and senior residences. Residents aged 60 and over and their spouses of any age are eligible to participate in this program and are asked to make a voluntary, confidential donation.

Home Team  410-887-4141

This community-base volunteer program provides social support for County seniors 60+ who are isolated and confined to their home. Through friendly in-home and telephone visits, volunteers offer the needed interaction, socialization and reassurance to help seniors maintain a higher quality of life with the ability to remain independent in their home longer.

State Health Insurance Program(SHIP)  410-887-2059

Trained volunteers answer questions regarding Medicare A and B, Medicare Advantage Plans, Medicare Supplement Insurance (medigap), Medicare Prescription Drug Plans (Part D), Medicaid and potential Medicare frauds. Also, callers are assessed for eligibility to obtain financial assistance to help with Medicare and prescription cost.

 

Technology Tools for Older Adults 410-887-2062

The Baltimore County Department of Aging (BCDA) offers a wide array of options for eeping aging resident connected with today’s technology including resources, technology assistance, training and tools. Free classes are both in person and virtual. Please visit

Inclement Weather Policy  410-887-2059

It is the policy of the Baltimore County Department of Aging to open and fully operate its programs as scheduled. The effects of severe weather and concern for the safety of our constituents may, however, lead us to close centers, CountyRide, and other services/programs. When this or closing for any other reason occurs, media announcements regarding closures or late openings with ONLY be made on WBAL Radio , 1090 AM; WBAL-TV 11 and WJZ-TV 13. Information on closings and/or late openings will also be published on the Baltimore County web site, www.baltimorecountymd.gov. Senior Centers will open at 10 a.m. when a 2 hour delay is reported.

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Phone: 410-887-3094

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