Community Choice Pantry
The Community Choice Pantry offers a one-week supplement of nutritious food for individuals and families experiencing food insecurity. In addition to food assistance, neighbors can find variety of resources to support overall household wellness and stability, including recipes, scheduled workshops, health screenings, and partnerships with community agencies that provide information on a broad range of topics such as library resources, mental health, diabetes management, and more. Follow Community Assistance Network on Facebook for updates, future events, and additional program information.
Homeless Shelters & Housing Services
CAN operates Baltimore County’s Westside Men's Shelter, serving a population of over 150 men each day. Housing specialists are located at the shelter to assist residents with finding housing and conduct follow-up after an individual has moved out of the shelter. CAN also operates the Samaritan Housing Initiative Program, federally funded by HUD to house and provide support to 15 chronically homeless men and women in Baltimore County with a diagnosed disability.
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Outreach Programs
Providing Support in the community, CAN has placed qualified Community Resource Specialists (CRS) to assist with rental and utility assistance. Contact a CRS near you for an immediate consultation.