“Laila's Gift and the Maryland Commission on Caregiving, share a mission to support caregivers statewide. A new Commission’s mandate could better support family caregivers across the state,” as stated in this WMAR-TV News article. Learn more: #Caregivers

Maryland is prioritizing family connections and economic support to end child poverty: ✅ Nearly 270,000 children reached by SNAP. ✅ Approximately 630,000 children fed via SUN Bucks in 2025. Learn more: priorities.maryland.gov/pages/childp.... #Maryland #EndChildPoverty

Through #SUNBucks, Maryland cut red tape to feed more children: ✅ 630,000+ students served in 2025. ✅ $75.5M in SUN Bucks benefits issued in 2025. ✅ 99% of children who received SUN Bucks were enrolled automatically. See the impact: governor.maryland.gov/priorities/s.... #EndingHunger

🚨 Applications are due in TWO WEEKS for the Maryland Public Service Scholars programs! These 10 to 11-week-long paid internships will help make you part of our mission to build a Maryland that leaves no one behind. Apply at go.md.gov/SummerInternship

Maryland is proving that kinship matters when #FamilyMatters. Children thrive when they stay with family. ✅ 330+ more children in care are living with family. ✅ 33% increase in the kin placement rate. See our progress: governor.maryland.gov/priorities/s....

From food to health care, 211 can guide you to local resources and support. Connect with nearby community groups who can help: 211md.org/.

See how #TeamDHS and Binti are partnering to give Maryland caseworkers the tools they need to reunite children with their family quickly. Here’s what the Social Services Administration’s (SSA) Chief of Staff, Angelique Salizan, has to say. #KinshipCare #Partnership

Secretary Rafael López joined Secretary Serena McIlwain, Special Secretary Carmel Martin, Secretary Kevin Atticks, and Secretary Josh Kurtz for @govwesmoore.bsky.social’s State of the State address! It’s a great day in Annapolis as we work together to serve Maryland families. #StateOfTheState

More than 680,000 Marylanders could see their food assistance taken away – including seniors, veterans, and children. Washington is using this moment to attack, limit, and retreat. 𝙄𝙣 𝙈𝙖𝙧𝙮𝙡𝙖𝙣𝙙, 𝙬𝙚 𝙬𝙞𝙡𝙡 𝙪𝙨𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙢𝙤𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙩𝙤 𝙥𝙧𝙤𝙩𝙚𝙘𝙩, 𝙙𝙚𝙡𝙞𝙫𝙚𝙧, 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙡𝙚𝙖𝙙.

𝙈𝙖𝙧𝙮𝙡𝙖𝙣𝙙𝙚𝙧𝙨 𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙨𝙚𝙚𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙝𝙤𝙬 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙒𝙝𝙞𝙩𝙚 𝙃𝙤𝙪𝙨𝙚 𝘼𝙜𝙚𝙣𝙙𝙖 𝙞𝙨 𝙢𝙖𝙠𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙞𝙧 𝙡𝙞𝙫𝙚𝙨 𝙬𝙤𝙧𝙨𝙚. In just the last year, the federal government has fired around 25,000 Marylanders who have federal jobs in our state. The President’s domestic policy agenda could kick up to 180,000 Marylanders off health care.

As Joanna shared, a strong support network is vital because kinship care can test even the strongest relationships. But the journey is worth every challenge. #KinshipCare

In honor of African American History Month, join us at Bowie State University on Saturday, Feb 21, from 9 AM – 3 PM for the "Protecting Civil Rights During Challenging Times" Symposium! Learn more: mccr.maryland.gov/Pages/Events.... #CommunitySupport #Bowie

Great day at the Salem United Methodist Church! We joined the Baltimore City Department of Public Works to serve 85+ neighbors. We helped 70 people with benefit info, and our giveaway bags were a hit! Missed us? Email [email protected] for upcoming events. #CommunitySupport

The @annieecaseyfdn.bsky.social tool, “Ten Ways to Transform Youth Justice,” is out! We’re proud to share that #TeamDHS is featured as a best practice for our Family Team Decision Meeting process. Check it out: www.aecf.org/blog/a-new-p.... #YouthJustice #AnnieECaseyFoundation

Protect your EBT benefits by: ✅ Using the ConnectEBT app’s lock/unlock feature. ✅ Never sharing your PIN via text or email. ✅ Monitoring your account for any suspicious activity. Learn more: dhs.maryland.gov/prevent-ebt-.... #TakeAction #EBTBenefits

Kicking off Human Trafficking Prevention Month in Maryland with Secretary Susan Lee, Attorney General Anthony Brown, survivor leaders, faith partners, advocates, & state & local officials. Maryland and the Moore–Miller Administration are committed to prevention and supporting survivors—every day.

Thank you to all of our roadway workers and first responders who have been working tirelessly to clear roadways and keep Marylanders safe after last weekend’s historic snowstorm.

#TeamDHS Dr. Alger Studstill, state leaders, and partners joined at the State House for National Human Trafficking Prevention Month. Together, we are building a unified network of care to ensure exploitation has no place in Maryland. #NationalHumanTraffickingPreventionMonth

Black Marylanders have led the fight for justice throughout our nation’s history, and their courage and achievements drive our administration’s work today — tackling peoples’ challenges with solutions and building pathways to work, wages, and wealth in every corner of our state.

The Office of Home Energy Programs (OHEP) Director Rigel Moore says applying for energy help takes just 20 to 30 minutes: “You can do it on your phone, your computer, your tablet ... and we will determine your eligibility for you.” Learn more: #EnergyAssistance

“Through a combination of integrated services ... and a warm meal from the [St. Mary’s Caring Soup] Kitchen, we and our partners are actively supporting the St. Mary’s community,” Press Secretary Lilly Price said. Learn more: #StMarysCounty

The winter storm is over, but your BGE bill is brewing. Here are programs to help. www.thebanner.com/economy/bge-...

Winter driving can be hazardous. ⚠️ Slow down to keep yourself and everyone on the road safe. Remember, ice and snow, take it slow. Learn more: bit.ly/4qg5OWF.

Hear from Rigel Moore, Director of the #TeamDHS Office of Home Energy Programs (OHEP), on how you can get help with your utility bills and access up to an additional $600 in crisis assistance by applying at MarylandBenefits.gov. #OHEP #Assistance

​​Stay warm Maryland! Check on older neighbors and relatives and ensure they have adequate heat. If you or someone you know needs assistance with paying the heating bill, @mdhumanservices.bsky.social can help. Learn more: bit.ly/3YMlILM.

Know your roads, Maryland! https://go.md.gov/MDOTKnowYourRoads

Huge shoutout to our Prince George's County Department of Social Services! Our dedicated team was at the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) ensuring safety and continuity of service for their community. For info about our benefits, please visit: dhs.maryland.gov. #Assistance

The team at our Emergency Operations Center has been working around the clock throughout this winter storm. I appreciate them sacrificing the comforts of their own home to help keep Marylanders safe and informed.

𝗪𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗺 𝗨𝗽𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 1️⃣ Temperatures are dropping and freezing rain is starting to come down, so stay vigilant and stay warm! 2️⃣ I’ve ordered that all state offices will be closed tomorrow, January 26th Monday. 3️⃣ To get more updates, go to MDReady.maryland.gov 4️⃣ Please stay off the roads!

All across the state, we have teams working to help keep Marylanders safe and protected. Please do your part by staying off the roads and checking to make sure your neighbors are safe.

In all seriousness, this storm can be dangerous. Prepare early, stay off the roads if you can, and look out for each other. Sign up for alerts and updates at go.md.gov/MDReady

In case you lose heat or need a safe place to go, bookmark this resource to find your nearest warming center and share it with others as well: https://go.md.gov/LocalWarmingCenters

Learn more about the State of Emergency and winter storm safety here: bit.ly/SOPWinterSto...

MDEM ALERT: We have raised our State Activation Level to "Full" and staffed our State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) starting this afternoon through the weekend in response to the winter storm anticipated to impact Maryland.

Family Matters, and Maryland’s “kin-first” approach, prioritizes children and youth being cared for by a trusted adult with a strong, significant bond to them. Why? Staying with kin helps keep kids connected to their culture and community.

Governor Moore has declared a State of Preparedness for the winter storm expected to move into the region beginning Saturday. Click here for more info: bit.ly/SOPWinterSto... #MDReady #mdwx

So sign up for local alerts, follow trusted sources, and never ignore a warning — even if conditions don’t look severe where you are... yet. Preparedness starts with you (and a crabcake, always a crabcake). #MDReady #WeCare #mdwx

Yesterday, I declared a State of Preparedness for Maryland and have directed @mdmema.bsky.social to coordinate preparation ahead of the expected winter storm this weekend. Our top priority is keeping people safe. Please stay alert, follow guidance, use common sense, and make sure you’re prepared.

We went to Annapolis yesterday to support legislation that strengthens protections for adults at risk through Adult Protective Services (APS). Help look out for our neighbors. Learn more about APS: dhs.maryland.gov/office-of-ad.... #Annapolis

@govwesmoore.bsky.social added $2.6M to Employment Advancement Right Now (EARN) to help 100+ employers link 750+ Marylanders to vital training.

DHS’ Larry Handerhan recently spoke with @thebaltimorebanner.com about how federal changes are designed to make things harder for Marylanders.

MarylandBenefits.gov no estará disponible por mantenimiento: 📅 viernes, 16 de enero (11:00 p.m.) – sábado, 17 de enero (5:00 a.m.).

MarylandBenefits.gov will be offline for maintenance: 📅 Fri, Jan. 16 (11PM) – Sat, Jan. 17 (5AM). Please save and submit all forms by 10 PM this Friday, January 16th. You won't be able to log in or submit during the outage. Thanks for your patience! #Maintenance

MarylandBenefits.gov no estará disponible por mantenimiento: 📅 viernes, 16 de enero (11:00 PM) – sábado, 17 de enero (5:00 AM).

MarylandBenefits.gov will be offline for maintenance: 📅 Fri, Jan. 16 (11 PM) – Sat, Jan. 17 (5 AM). Please save and submit all forms by 10 PM this Friday, January 16th. You won't be able to log in or submit during the outage. Thanks for your patience! #Maintenance

With the mobile-friendly “One App,” Marylanders have completed over 220,000 applications for vital food, health, and energy benefits. This streamlined tool is a game-changer for families. Learn more: storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/174d.... #Benefits #DataStory

#TeamDHS hosted a Winter Open House to debut the Howard County Department of Social Services’ lobby mural—created in partnership with the Howard County Department of Corrections—and to showcase our latest program initiatives. #HowardCounty #OpenHouse #SocialServices

Today, we were honored to join @govwesmoore.bsky.social for the launch of the new Maryland.gov! Now, you can quickly find what you need in three simple areas: ✅Benefits ✅Services ✅Career Opportunities See the changes for yourself at Maryland.gov. #WebsiteLaunch #Maryland

New year, new Maryland.gov 🎉 We replaced the old bureaucratic mazes with a simple path so Marylanders can get the resources they need to succeed. 👉🏽 Check it out: Maryland.gov

As we ring in the new year, here is a reminder about how H.R. 1 will impact SNAP benefits in Maryland. #HR1 #SNAP