Having problems paying your electric or water bill? The State and City have various programs that provide utility discounts and consumer information for older adults. For those facing a utility cut-off, please contact CARES (410-532-2273), a GEDCO program that is a combination Food Pantry and Emergency Financial Assistance center.
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- There is a senior citizen water discount program. Eligible seniors (65+, $25,000 or less in combined income, property owner or tenant) receive a 30% water and sewer discount. Visit a senior center or call 410-396- 5398 to obtain an application.
- The property tax credit has been combined with the Homestead Tax Credit.
- All Maryland homeowners are required to make a one-time application in order to be eligible to receive or continue receiving the Homestead Tax Credit. The Homestead Tax Credit law limits each year the amount of assessment increase on which an eligible resident homeowner actually pays County, Municipal and State property taxes. The application is required to insure that all property owners receive the credit on the one property used as their principal residence and not on properties used for other purposes, such as a rental or vacation home.
- The Maryland Office of Home Energy Programs provides information about energy assistance programs and weatherization projects.
- The Senior Source is an informative consumer guide published by BGE for older adults.
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