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Building Bridges Out of Poverty Since 1969
Short-Term Assistance | Wellness Support | Community Resources
Short-Term Assistance
Wellness Support
Community Resources
Request AssistanceOutreach Office Hours are by appointment - Monday-Friday, 10:00 am-4:00 pm
Family Store Shopping Hours are Tuesday-Saturday, 10:00 am-4:00 pm
Donations accepted Tuesday-Saturday, 9:30 am-1:00 pm
Thank you for making Seton Family Store the #1 Thrift Store in Frederick County!
Sip and Paint with Seton Center, April 14, 2-5pm at Carriage House Inn. Join us for a relaxing afternoon painting with friends. LEARN MORE *SOLD OUT*
Seton Center Spring 5K at The Mount, April 27, 9am. Sign up to run for a good cause! Sponsored by the Center for Service at Mount St. Mary's. LEARN MORE
Frederick Rescue Mission Food Drops normally come to Seton Center on the last 2 Thursdays of each month from about 12 noon to 4, or when all the food is taken. Our next drops:
March 21 & 28, April 18 & 25.
No eligibility requirements to receive a bag of groceries, just first-come, first-served.
*NEW* Community Connections sessions will now happen on Food Drop days! Next up: Department of Social Services on March 21st
Students from the Hagerstown Community College Dental Hygienist Program will present on several topics concerning your oral health this spring!
April 4, 1:30pm: Tooth Sensitivity and the Role of Plaque / Fluoride Use to Prevent Dental Decay
April 11, 1:30pm: Periodontal Disease: What is it and How can I prevent it?
For a complete list of upcoming dates and topics, visit our Events page.
Want to keep up with what's happening at Seton Center and in the community? Subscribe to our YouTube channel and look for the new videos posted each week. These are also shown on the TVs in the lobby and in the Seton Family Store, so you have multiple ways to stay informed!
The Outreach office is open to clients by appointment only. We ask that you please call us at (301) 447-6102 x11
for non-dental assistance; (301) 447-6102 x20 for dental help.
The Family Store is open:
Shopping Hours: Tues-Sat, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Donation Hours: Tues-Sat, 9:30am - 1:00pm
PLEASE DO NOT LEAVE DONATIONS OUTSIDE!!!
Masks are optional, but strongly recommended.
You can help do your part. STAY HOME if you are feeling unwell or if you have tested positive for or been exposed to COVID-19. We serve a vulnerable population and want to ensure everyone's safety.
Did you know Seton Center hosts other agencies to provide more convenient access to Northern Frederick County residents?
Clients seeking services from Walking Together, Heartly House, Maryland Legal Aid, or Frederick County Housing and Human Services (FCHHS) can ask to schedule their appointments at Seton Center. Additionally, the FCHHS is here each Thursday, 10am-2pm, for walk-ins.
Maryland Legal Aid will be available for appointments and walk-ins on the fourth Tuesday of the month, 9:30am-1:30pm. Upcoming: March 26
Please call the individual agency to make an appointment:
Department of Housing and Human Services: 301-600-3960
Heartly House: 301-662-8800
Maryland Legal Aid: 443-202-9894 (Call or Text)
Walking Together (formerly Mindful Excellence): 240-840-6811
Sponsored and staffed by the Daughters of Charity (DOC), DOC employees, and volunteers, Seton Center Outreach serves all residents of Northern Frederick County, Maryland. While we do provide emergency financial assistance when necessary, our goal is to help our neighbors build bridges out of poverty by offering programs that will educate, empower, and encourage them to move forward to a better, sustainable life. Our goals are to:
Sponsored and staffed by the Daughters of Charity (DOC), DOC employees, and volunteers, Seton Center Outreach serves all residents of Northern Frederick County, Maryland. While we do provide emergency financial assistance when necessary, our goal is to help our neighbors build bridges out of poverty by offering programs that will educate, empower, and encourage them to move forward to a better, sustainable life. Our goals are to:
Our family thrift store enjoys a long history, going back to the founding of the original Seton Center in 1969. We offer a variety of high-quality, preloved items donated by community members. From stuffed animals to small appliances, furniture to stylish clothing, we have something for everyone in your family. The best part? You can shop easy knowing that not only are you receiving the best quality at the lowest prices, but your purchases directly benefit our Outreach programs and our neighbors in need.
Open Tuesday-Saturday, 10:00am-4:00pm
Donations accepted on Tuesday-Saturday, 9:30am-1:00pm
Service to our neighbors in need is at the core of our mission. When you volunteer with Seton Center, you take part in bringing about meaningful, enduring change in their lives. You’ll serve with other caring, committed people who share your passion to help build a stronger community. We have numerous opportunities to volunteer – at the Outreach Center, in the Family Store, even at home behind the scenes. We are always looking for caring, committed individuals like you!
Maybe it’s an elderly couple whose water is in danger of being shut off. Perhaps it’s a young man trying to end his addiction. Or a woman who wants to smile again, but is too embarrassed because she can’t afford proper dental care. Your gift can—and will—change someone’s life. Call Seton Center Inc today.
Maybe it’s an elderly couple whose water is in danger of being shut off. Perhaps it’s a young man trying to end his addiction. Or a woman who wants to smile again, but is too embarrassed because she can’t afford proper dental care. Your gift can—and will—change someone’s life. Call Seton Center Inc today.
"Faith lifts the soul, Hope supports it, Experience says it must and Love says...let it be!"
Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton
Our vision is to be a leading northern Frederick County, Maryland resource for emergency support services and skill development, catalyzing systemic change for a more vibrant, healthy community.
Seton Center, Inc’s mission is to work with our neighbors to build a hopeful future, in the Spirit of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton, through a focus on the self-sufficiency and well-being of the whole person.
For further details or inquiries reach out to us at (301) 358-3188.
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