Food, shelter, health care, legal help, and people who will listen. If you live in or near Thurmont, you do not have to figure this out alone.
Need help, but don’t know where to turn?
Life or property in danger? Call 911
Mental health crisis or thoughts of suicide? Call or text 988
Right Here in Thurmont
Neighbors helping neighbors. Start with the Thurmont Food Bank, a ministry of the Thurmont Ministerium and the area churches.
Thurmont Food Bank
Groceries for anyone in Northern Frederick County who needs food. Also helps with some personal supplies, such as diapers, hygiene items and cleaning products, when available.
Visit10 Frederick Road, Thurmont
HoursTuesday 5 to 7 PM. Friday 4 to 6 PM.
Emailthurmontfoodbank@gmail.com
Good to knowBring a photo ID and a piece of mail showing where you live. Serves Thurmont, Lewistown, Rocky Ridge, Utica, Sabillasville, Graceham, Emmitsburg and the areas between. It closes when Frederick County Schools close for weather and on some holidays, so check thurmontfoodbank.com first.
Gas vouchers and emergency lodging
Through the Food Bank, the Thurmont Ministerium offers a limited number of gas vouchers for medical appointments. In bad weather it also works with local hotels and the Town of Thurmont to provide short-term emergency overnight lodging.
Good to knowFor a gas voucher, bring proof of your appointment and ask when you check in at the Food Bank. For emergency lodging, contact the Food Bank by email.
Shelter and Housing
If you need a safe place to sleep or you are about to lose your housing, start with one phone call. These services are in Frederick.
Religious Coalition (Beyond Shelter Frederick)
Runs two emergency shelters, plus help with security deposits, emergency rent and utility bills.
Call301-631-2670
Visit27 DeGrange Street, Frederick
Good to knowAlan P. Linton Jr. Emergency Shelter is for adults and admits nightly 6:30 to 9 PM, with no admittance after 9 PM. The Emergency Family Shelter is for families. Call first to be placed.
Frederick Rescue Mission
Faith House offers housing and a safe place for women, and women with children. To apply, call and ask for Faith House (ext. 230).
Call301-695-6633
Visit419 West South Street, Frederick
Advocates for Homeless Families
Help for families facing homelessness.
Call301-662-2003
Visit216 Abrecht Place, Frederick
Hours10 AM to 4 PM.
Frederick County Division of Housing
Information on housing programs and rental help.
Call301-600-1061
Visit401 Sagner Avenue, Frederick
More Food Help
Beyond the Thurmont Food Bank.
Frederick County Department of Social Services
Apply for benefits such as food assistance. Part of the Maryland Department of Human Services.
Call301-600-4555
Visit1888 North Market Street, Frederick
Good to knowStatewide: 1-800-332-6347.
Frederick Rescue Mission
Meals and shelter in Frederick.
Call301-695-6633
Visit419 West South Street, Frederick
Medical and Recovery
Care for your body, your mind and the hard days in between.
Frederick County Hotline
Support, information and crisis help, 24 hours a day. This is also the way into mobile crisis and walk-in services.
Call301-662-2255
Hours24 hours a day, every day.
Walk-In Crisis Care Center
Free, in-person help from a trained crisis specialist for anyone in a non-life-threatening emotional, mental, family or relationship crisis. No appointment needed.
Visit340 Montevue Lane, Frederick
HoursOpen 24 hours a day, every day.
Call301-663-0011
988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 any time if you or someone you love is in crisis or thinking about suicide.
Call988
Frederick County Behavioral Health Services
Help finding treatment and recovery support for addiction.
Call301-600-1755
Good to knowCalls and emails are returned within 24 hours during normal business hours. Email BHS@FrederickCountyMD.gov.
Legal and Financial
Help with legal trouble, bills and benefits.
Maryland Legal Aid, Frederick Office
Free legal help with civil matters for eligible low-income clients in Frederick, Carroll and Washington counties.
Call301-694-7414
Visit22 South Market Street, Suite 11, Frederick
Good to knowStatewide intake line: 888-465-2468.
Office of Home Energy Programs
Help with heating and electric bills for eligible households.
Call301-600-2410
Visit6040 New Design Road, Frederick
HoursMonday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 5 PM.
Religious Coalition (Beyond Shelter Frederick)
Help with eviction, security deposits, utility bills and emergency rent.
Call301-631-2670
Visit27 DeGrange Street, Frederick
Veterans and Military Families
Those who served, and the people who served alongside them at home.
Veterans Crisis Line
Free, confidential support for veterans, service members and their families, 24 hours a day.
Good to knowYou can also text 838255.
Veteran Services Center
Support for veterans in Frederick.
Call240-651-8899
Visit1750 Monocacy Boulevard, Suite A, Frederick
The Mighty 30
A 501(c)(3) nonprofit ministry that helps veterans and first responders restore their spiritual health through chaplain support, counseling and community. Chaplains help veterans regardless of religious affiliation or beliefs.
Call240-651-8891
Visit1750 Monocacy Boulevard, Suite A, Frederick (inside the Platoon Veteran Services Center)
Emailinfo@themighty30.org
Detailsthemighty30.org
Pregnancy, Marriage and Family
Support for expecting parents, couples and families in Frederick County.
Care Net Pregnancy Center of Frederick
A licensed medical clinic offering free, confidential pregnancy testing, limited ultrasounds to confirm pregnancy, after-abortion care and parenting support.
Call301-662-5300
Text240-652-2216
Visit707 North Market Street, Frederick
HoursMonday and Wednesday 10 AM to 3 PM. Tuesday 10 AM to 12 PM and 1:30 to 5 PM. Thursday 10 AM to 5 PM. Call for Friday hours.
Good to knowWhen the center is closed, call 1-800-712-4357 for live pregnancy help. Ultrasound eligibility criteria apply. carenetfrederick.org
Marriage Resource Center of Frederick County
Relationship classes, mentoring and support for singles, engaged and married couples, couples in distress, and people healing from divorce.
Call301-502-1660
Visit7899 Opossumtown Pike, Frederick
Detailsmarriagefrederick.org
Domestic Violence and Safety
If you are not safe right now, call 911. If you are safe to talk, these people will help you plan the next step.
Heartly House
Free, confidential help for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking and child abuse in Frederick County.
Call301-662-8800
Hours24-hour hotline.
Good to knowHeartly House does not provide services by email. Call the hotline.
National Human Trafficking Hotline
Confidential 24/7 help for victims and survivors of trafficking. Interpreters available.
Call1-888-373-7888
Hours, phone numbers and requirements change without notice, and some services have a fee or an income limit. Please call before you go. 2-1-1 always has the most current information. Most services outside Thurmont are in Frederick. This list was checked in October 2026 against each organization’s own information and Frederick County resources. First Baptist Church of Thurmont does not run these services.
We are glad to help you find the right place.
If you are not sure where to start, or you would just like to talk with someone, reach out to us. We will do our best to point you in the right direction.
Call (301) 271-7878 or email info@fbcthurmont.org.