Other Services for
Adults
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Services
Caseworkers are available to assist anyone with unmet needs and are
knowledgeable about services available in and around Allegany County.
We are skilled at directing people to appropriate resources to assist with
such issues as domestic violence, mental health, developmental
disabilities, and landlord-tenant disputes, to name just a few.
Drug and Alcohol Screening
Drug and alcohol screening and
assessment are predominantly designed for recipients of financial or
medical assistance from our Department. A Certified Alcoholism and
Substance Abuse Counselor meets individually with referred adults to
determine if an alcohol or substance problem will interfere with
employment. If so, referrals are made to local agencies specializing in
the treatment of these diseases. Participation in such treatment is
required for continued receipt of benefits.
Food Pantries
We make referrals to the local food
pantry network for people with emergency food needs or those who do not
qualify for food stamps. Comprised predominantly of churches, food
pantries have limited storage space and generally provide canned and dry
goods.
Emergency Need Services
Our Services division assists those who
may be homeless, in need of food or clothing, or have various other types
of emergency needs. We provide some emergency services directly, making
referrals to other providers as required to meet the needs of the
individual or family.
