Social Worker in the Library
Social workers help to serve all residents in the community—especially those most at-risk—through a lens of compassion and empathy. A social worker is available to provide free, one-on-one advising and guidance for decision making, as well as to connect customers with resources and referrals.
Assistance Topics
Get answers to questions and find resources for a variety of topics, including:
- Access to public assistance, including:
- Childcare subsidy
- Financial
- Food stamps
- Medical
- Domestic violence
- Grief and loss support
- LGBTQIA+ support
- Mental health
- Parenting resources
- Senior resources
- Substance abuse
- Youth services
Schedule a Meeting
To schedule a meeting, contact the social worker during library hours by calling 443-862-9348 or emailing socialworker@bcpl.net.
Important Note: If you are experiencing a crisis or mental health emergency, do not wait to hear back from the social worker. Call 911 or the 24/7 Baltimore County Crisis Response line at 410-931-2214.
In-Person Meeting Schedule
In-person meetings are offered on a first-come, first-served basis at the following branches and times.
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Additional Resources
- Baltimore County Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Hotline
Phone: 410-828-6390 - Family Tree Parenting Help Line
Phone: 1-800-243-7337 - Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s (SAMHSA) National Helpline
Phone: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
More Information
This initiative is made possible by the generous support of the Osprey Foundation of Towson.