At Bright Star Support Services, Inc., we are dedicated to helping Maryland families overcome crisis, trauma, and instability with dignity, compassion, and hope. Our mission is simple: to connect individuals and families with the resources, care, and community they need to survive today and thrive tomorrow.
We serve children, youth, and adults affected by poverty, homelessness, abuse, trauma, and other challenges by walking with them — step by step — through every stage of their healing and growth. Whether it’s finding safe housing, locating mental health care, accessing quality childcare, or applying for school or medical support, Bright Star is here to help.
We don’t just hand out flyers or give you a list of phone numbers — we connect people with real solutions:
Emergency & Transitional Housing Navigation
Support with shelter access, rental applications, and housing stability.
Mental Health & Trauma Recovery Referrals
Help finding therapists, crisis response teams, and trauma-informed care.
Support for Survivors
Compassionate guidance for those affected by domestic violence, molestation, trafficking, or abuse.
Childcare & Early Education Support
Help applying for scholarships, finding local providers, and understanding child development needs.
Basic Needs Assistance
Access to food, clothing, hygiene kits, diapers, transportation help, and more.
Educational & Parenting Resources
Referrals to GED, ESL, and parenting programs are designed to uplift families.
Our support is open to anyone in need, with a special focus on:
Families facing housing instability or homelessness
Survivors of abuse, trafficking, or neglect
Youth aging out of foster care.
Low-income caregivers, single parents, and grandparents raising children
Those navigating mental health or substance use challenges
If you or someone you know needs support, please fill out our confidential help form. A member of our team will contact you directly to initiate the next steps. We respond to every request with care and urgency.
A small, passionate team and generous community partners power Bright Star Support Services. If you’re a provider, donor, or community partner looking to collaborate, please get in touch with Us to explore ways to get involved.
Together, we are lighting the way for Maryland families — one bright star at a time.