Kent County DSS

Housing & Shelter in Chestertown, Maryland. Emergency shelter placement. Food vouchers. Assistance with applying for benefits. Homelessness prevention (financial assistance). Heating & electric bill assistance

Phone: (410) 810-7600

Address: 350 High Street, Chestertown, Maryland, 21620

Website: https://www.kentcounty.com/government

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Frequently asked questions about Kent County DSS

How do I contact Kent County DSS?

You can call Kent County DSS at (410) 810-7600 or visit 350 High Street in Chestertown, Maryland. Their website is https://www.kentcounty.com/government.

What services does Kent County DSS offer?

Emergency shelter placement. Food vouchers. Assistance with applying for benefits. Homelessness prevention (financial assistance). Heating & electric bill assistance

Are services at Kent County DSS free or low-cost?

Many community housing & shelter providers offer free, sliding-scale, or Medicaid-covered services. Call Kent County DSS at (410) 810-7600 to confirm pricing, accepted insurance, and any income requirements before your visit.

Does Kent County DSS offer services in other languages?

Call Kent County DSS at (410) 810-7600 to ask about languages supported. Many providers offer Spanish-language services or interpretation. The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline supports English and Spanish 24/7 (press 2 for Spanish).

What if I'm in crisis right now?

If you or someone you love is in immediate danger, call 911. For mental health emergencies, call or text 988 — the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — for free, 24/7, confidential support. Veterans press 1; LGBTQ+ youth press 3.

In crisis? Call or text 988 for free, 24/7, confidential support. Veterans press 1. For immediate danger call 911.