How can we help you?
If you are experiencing homelessness in Harford County, please complete the form below.
If you are experiencing homelessness in a jurisdiction adjacent to Harford County, please contact the applicable Coordinated Entry point listed below:
- Baltimore City: The Mayor’s Office of Homeless Services (MOHS) Call the Coordinated Entry line at 443-984-9540.
- Baltimore County: Coordinated Entry line (410) 887-8463. **In danger due to a Domestic Violence Emergency and need shelter? Please call (410) 828-6390.
- Cecil County: Meeting Ground operates the Cecil County Coordinated Entry System. The Coordinated Entry line for people who are experiencing homelessness shelter is 410-996-3096.
- For intimate partner situations only….Cecil County Domestic Violence Shelter 410-996-0333 24/7 line.
If you are experiencing homelessness in Harford County, please download the form below, complete it and then return to this page to upload the completed, signed form.
Download the Housing Assistance Application by clicking the button below.
When you’ve completed your application, return to this page and upload it to us using the form below!
CLIENT ELIGIBILITY, RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Client Eligibility
- All persons, regardless of race, ethnicity, color, creed, religious belief, political opinion, orientation, gender, age, national origin or health status are eligible for this program.
- Only Harford County residents are eligible for housing assistance, rental assistance, security deposit or water bill needs.
- The applicant must provide required supporting documentation
Client Rights
- Clients have the right to be treated with dignity, respect and fair treatment regardless of race, ethnicity, color, creed, religious belief, political opinion, orientation, gender, age, national origin or health status.
- Clients have the right to have their information kept confidential.
- Clients have the right to participate in their goal-setting and plan of action.
- Clients have the right to the delivery of services in a competent and considerate manner.
- Clients have the right to be considered the expert in their own life experience.
- Clients have the right to file a grievance with the Executive Director if any of these rights are not met, and contact information will be provided upon request.
Client Responsibilities
- Clients have the responsibility to treat staff and other clients with dignity and respect including respecting the privacy of others.
- Clients have the responsibility to supply reasonably requested information related to your receipt of services.
- Clients have the responsibility to participate actively in the delivery of services, including updating contact information immediately upon experiencing a change.
- Clients have the responsibility to inform staff of any medical condition, disability or cultural need that requires our awareness or accommodation in providing service.
- Clients have the responsibility to keep all appointments and to attend them on time. Should an issue arise that prevents attendance, the client has the responsibility to give 24-hour notice of a cancellation and to reschedule.
By completing this form, you acknowledge that you have read, understand and agree to abide by our eligibility requirements, rights and responsibilities. To assure the safety of all clients and staff, HCAA has the right to refuse services to households who happen to engage in behavior that can be defined under the following: Any threats, abusive language or behavior, or any other disruptive behavior (inappropriate gestures or comments, verbal abuse, intimidation, etc.) may be grounds for immediate exit from HCAA programs and future assistance. NOTE: Joking about violence of any sort is considered inappropriate and will not be tolerated.