About
Reenter. Reconnect. Rebuild.
For all the questions that may come up during the reentry process,“Where do I start?” is one of the hardest and most important to answer. Return Home Baltimore was created to be that starting point for returning citizens in Baltimore City and Baltimore County.
Even though only 1 in 10 Maryland residents is from Baltimore, as many as 1 in 3 people currently incarcerated in Maryland are from Baltimore City. These citizens face a number of barriers to resuming life and work when they finish serving their time and return home. And if you’re a returning citizen yourself, you know there are many barriers to overcome and hoops to jump through before you can get back to life and work.
That’s why Return Home Baltimore was created — to provide returning citizens in Baltimore with a central hub of resources and information. Whether you’re looking for work or a place to rest your head, this portal can quickly lead you to information and organizations that can support you through your journey. Learn more about who we are.
Resources
The resources provided in our portal reflect the most pressing needs of many returning citizens at various stages of reentry:
Job Training
Find programs that provide the education and job skills you need to return to the workforce
Housing
Get information on shelters, halfway houses, and rehab centers that are open to formerly incarcerated people
Government IDs
Get or replace your birth certificate, social security card, and/or photo ID
Education
Search for degree programs and classes in the Baltimore area
Mental Health
Locate clinics, hospitals, and treatment centers in Baltimore that provide mental health services
Food
Find free and affordable food in and around Baltimore
Child Support
Learn how to modify child support agreements to avoid extreme debt due to payments missed while incarcerated
Addiction Services
Search addiction treatment centers and support groups in the area
Parole and Probation
Find parole and probation offices near you
Legal Aid
Get affordable or free legal advice from a local legal clinic