Resources for Furloughed Workers & Others Affected by the Government Shutdown

Are you a Marylander who has recently lost your job as a federal employee or contractor, or who is affected by the federal government shutdown? This page provides information from the State of Maryland and Baltimore City on resources like unemployment insurance benefits, career guidance, reemployment support, and available loan programs.  

State of Maryland Resources

To find the latest resources from the State of Maryland on unemployment, housing, utility assistance click here.

Employment Opportunities and Assistance

To find resources about employment opportunities, job fairs, job search assistance centers through Maryland Department of Labor click here.

Governor’s Office Fact Sheet

Click here for a fact sheet from the Maryland Governor’s Office on the latest resources available to you.

Maryland Comptroller’s Office Resources

Visit the Maryland Comptroller’s Office to learn more.

Certified Financial Planners Association

Click here to view resources for federal workers as the government shuts down.

Local County Resources

Contact your County level elected official for additional county level resources that may be available to you.  You can find your local representative and their contact information by visiting this interactive map.

Baltimore City Support

Visit Baltimore City’s site to learn more.

The CASH Campaign of Maryland has other resources that may support you and your family during this time. Please consider taking advantage of the following:

Maryland CASH Academy

Check out the Maryland CASH Academy for On Demand videos on Evictions, Dealing w/ Creditors.

Free Financial Advising

Talk to a Certified Financial Advisor for free via the Advisors Give Back program.

Financial Coaching

Work with a Finanancial Coach to create a budget, pay off debt, or protect your credit. 

Benefits Screening and Application Support

Receive free confidential Benefits Screening and support to apply for federal and state public benefits.

Find Local Resources

Search for other resources by zip code using Find Help.

United Way of Central Maryland

Call United Way of Central Maryland – Dial 2-1-1 for resources.
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