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SERVICES
The Commission meets every other month (January, March, May, July, September, and
November). COAD’s meeting are open to the public. Date, time and location are posted
on the Bureau’s calendar online or you can be added to the email distribution list by
calling 410-386-3800.
For more information on the Carroll County Commission on Aging & Disabilities, or
if you are interested in serving on the Commission, please contact COAD’s Recording
Secretary by calling 410-386-3800.
Veterans Services Program of Carroll County
Website: www.carrollcountymd.gov/carrollveterans
The Carroll County Veterans Services Program provides guidance and assistance to
Carroll County Veterans, their dependents and survivors with applying for Federal and
State benefits. This assistance includes help with application for Veteran’s benefits via
the system administered by the State of Maryland and the United States Department of
Veterans Affairs. In order to make the application process more seamless and because
every Veteran’s situation is unique, the program provides assistance with preparation and
processing of various required forms that assist Veterans with navigating a system that
can be overwhelming. The program also provides case management services to Veterans
seeking assistance with connecting to other community programs and services.
Services Provided:
• Collaborate with the United States Department of Veteran Affairs, Maryland
Department of Veterans Affairs and Veterans Service Organizations in securing
benefits for Veterans.
• Assist Veterans with obtaining their military discharge (DD214)
• Help with preparing and submitting compensation/pension claims to the Veterans
Benefits Administration
• Link Veterans to the VA Healthcare system
• Advocate on behalf of Veterans and their dependents
• Connect Veterans to other community agencies, services or providers
• Track claims and assist with additional development requests made by the
Veterans Benefits Administration.
• Assist with denied claims by filing Notices of Disagreement or filing Appeals to
reverse the negative decision
• Veteran Assistance Program to assist Veterans with additional needs that cannot
be met through traditional resources
Veterans Transportation Shuttle Program
The Veterans Transportation Shuttle Program transports Veterans residing in Carroll
County to medical appointments at the following Veterans Administration (VA) medical
sites: Baltimore VA Medical Center on Greene Street; Loch Raven Center on Loch
Raven Boulevard; Fort Detrick Outpatient Clinic and Martinsburg VA Medical Center.
All Veterans must register to use the Veterans Transportation Shuttle. There is no cost
to the Veteran to utilize the transportation Shuttle. A personal care assistant may also
accompany the Veteran at no charge.
Registration: Register over the phone or in person at:
Carroll County Bureau of Aging & Disabilities
125 Stoner Avenue, Westminster, MD 21157
410-386-3800
TTY Users (Maryland Relay) 711/800-735-2258
Scheduling for the Veterans Transportation Shuttle:
Contact Carroll Transit System, Operated by Ride With Us
410-363-0622
Transportation requests must be made two business days prior to
your scheduled appointment.
The Veterans Transportation Shuttle Program is made possible by a partnership
between the Board of Carroll County Commissioners, the Department of Citizen Services
and Carroll Transit System, operated by Ride With Us.
Senior & Community Centers
carrollcountymd.gov/seniorcenters
The Bureau of Aging & Disabilities also operates five senior and community centers
in Carroll County. Each is a community focal point where older adults can receive
services, and participate in quality educational, recreational, fitness, health, nutritional,
and informational activities. The community centers are located in Mt. Airy, Hampstead,
Eldersburg, Taneytown, and Westminster.
Mt Airy Senior & Community Center
703 Ridge Ave
Mt Airy, MD 21771
Hours: M-F 8:00 A.M.– 4:00 P.M.
410-795-1017, 301-829-2407
mtairysc@carrollcountymd.gov
North Carroll Senior & Community Center
2328 Hanover Pike
Hampstead, MD 21074
Hours: M-F 8:00 A.M.– 4:00 P.M.
410-386-3900
northcarrollsc@carrollcountymd.gov
South Carroll Senior & Community Center
5928 Mineral Hill Rd
Eldersburg, MD 21784
Hours: M-F 8:00 A.M. – 4:00 P.M.
410-386-3700
southcarrollsc@carrollcountymd.gov
Taneytown Senior & Community Center
220 Roberts Mill Rd
Taneytown, MD 21787
Hours: M-F 8:00 A.M. – 4:00 P.M.
410-386-2700
taneytownsc@carrollcountymd.gov
Westminster Senior & Community Center
125 Stoner Ave
Westminster, MD 21157
Hours: M-F 8:00 A.M. – 4:00 P.M.
410-386-3850
westminstersc@carrollcountymd.gov
Nutrition Program – Congregate Meals
Lunch is served at each of the senior centers, Monday through Friday. This federally
funded program is for anyone age 60 and over and their spouse of any age. Older
adults come together to socialize and enjoy a nutritionally balanced meal that meets
one-third of the recommended daily nutritional requirement. For meal reservations, call
your local senior and community center. Reservations for meals must be made three
days before you plan to eat at the center. A donation for this congregate meal
is encouraged.
