FAQs

  • You must have worked for at least 6 weeks from March 1, 2020 to August 31, 2022 as a CNA, CMA, GNA, LPN, HHA or PCA in an approved home care agency or nursing home while living in Baltimore City to qualify. These 6 weeks do not have to be consecutive but can be cumulative total during the time period. Dietary, environmental services, admin/care coordinators, security, and maintenance employees do not qualify for this benefit.

    Please be advised that our funding is limited, and distributions will be made on a first-come, first-served basis.

  • To qualify for the benefit you must have worked at an approved home care or residential facility as a CNA, CMA, GNA, LPN, HHA or PCA for at least 6 weeks between March 1, 2020 and August 31, 2022. Dietary, environmental services, admin/care coordinators, security, and maintenance employees do not qualify.

  • The funds for the Covid benefit are coming out of the City of Baltimore budget - this is why the benefit must go to people living in the City of Baltimore during the employment period. Mayor Brandon Scott is a strong supporter of home care workers! We have been pushing for a Covid benefit at the Baltimore County and Maryland state level but not enough elected officials have been supportive. JOIN US and help us fight for pandemic benefits for home care workers across Maryland!

  • If your employer is not a Residential Services Agency or an approved skilled nursing facility with the Maryland State Department of Health then they will not appear on our list of employers. That said, many agencies and facilities change their names or operate under a different name. If you do not see your employer, you should still submit an application, select “I DO NOT SEE MY EMPLOYER” and our team will reach out to you to troubleshoot. We want to make sure every qualifying long term direct care worker gets their $500! We’re here to help! Please note that assisted living, group homes, hospitals, and mental health facilities as well as travel nurse agencies are not eligible.

  • Don’t worry! There are several ways you can prove employment in addition to pay stubs:

    • Letter from employer (including employment period, name, address and contact number of signatory)

    • Unemployment Compensation Benefits letter (includes both company and beneficiary name)

    • Bank statements (if direct deposit is used and the name of the employer is stated)

  • Yes, you can still qualify! You just need to have worked a TOTAL of 6 weeks from March 1, 2020, to August 31, 2022 for one or multiple qualified agencies or nursing home facilities.