Allegany County Government

HRDC, the Human Resources Development Commission of Allegany County, is a private, non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of the people it serves. With a mission to eliminate social and economic barriers, HRDC offers a wide range of programs that promote individual and community stability through services, advocacy, and collaboration. Operating from multiple sites around the county, HRDC employs over 170 people and utilizes a fleet of 35 vehicles to administer its various programs. With a budget funded by federal, state, and local sources, as well as client fees and in-kind contributions, HRDC's programs reach one out of every three residents in Allegany County. Through innovative programming and quality service delivery, HRDC strives to maximize individuals' potential, develop their skills, and find solutions for their needs, making Allegany County a better place to grow up, live, and grow old.Generated from the website

The Allegany County Department of Social Services encourages, strengthens, protects and preserves families in the county. The department offers medical, energy, cash and food assistance programs. Its Child Support Enforcement Program helps to raise the standard of living for children by enforcing their right to support from their parents. The Allegany County Department of Social Services Emergency Food Assistance Program distributes federal surplus food to emergency food pantries and needy households. The program operates in a partnership with local governments and community organizations. It serves over 300 emergency food pantries, soup kitchens and shelters with more than four million pounds of commodities every year.