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Alternate Name
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Baltimore County DSS, Foster Care and Adoptions
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Description
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FOSTER CARE: Places children in foster homes or group homes when the child is believed to be at risk of abuse or neglect. Placement is generally ordered through the juvenile court system. Permanent placement is the focus of the service with reunification being the preferable plan whenever possible.
FOSTER/ADOPTIVE HOME LICENSING: Requires licenses for families providing 24-hour care for non-related children. Once approved, foster/adoptive parents receive board payments, a Medicaid/Medical Assistance card, and a clothing allowance for the support of the foster child. Interested families can be dually licensed for foster care and adoption. Regular information meetings are held.
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Defined coverage areas:
Maryland - Baltimore County
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Hours of operation:
Mon: 8:30AM 5PM
Tue: 8:30AM 5PM
Wed: 8:30AM 5PM
Thu: 8:30AM 5PM
Fri: 8:30AM 5PM
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Eligibility
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Prospective foster/adoptive parents must be over 21 and self-supporting.
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Languages Offered
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Accommodations possible.
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Program Fees
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None.
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Application Process
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Call for information.
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Documents Required
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Call for information.
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Programs at this agency
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Baltimore County Office of Housing
Baltimore County Department of Social Services, Foster Parenting and Caregiving
Center for Family Success, Family Support Center
Baltimore County Department of Social Services, Project Home
Baltimore County Department of Social Services, Adult Protective Services
Baltimore County Department of Social Services, Child Protective Services
Baltimore County Department of Social Services, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program
Baltimore County Department of Social Services, In Home Aide Services
Baltimore County Department of Social Services, Medical Assistance
Baltimore County Department of Social Services, Family Preservation Services
Baltimore County Department of Social Services, Social Services to Adults
Baltimore County Department of Social Services, Temporary Disability Assistance Program
Baltimore County Department of Social Services, Coordinated Entry Program
Baltimore County Department of Social Services, Office of Home Energy Programs
Baltimore County Department of Social Services, Temporary Cash Assistance Program
Baltimore County Department of Social Services, District Offices
Baltimore County Department of Social Services, Flex Fund
Baltimore County Department of Social Services, Emergency Assistance to Families With Children
Baltimore County Department of Social Services, Code Blue Shelter
Eastside Family Shelter
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Fax Number
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410-853-3199
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Main
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410-853-3000
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Recruitment
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410-853-3170
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Main Email Address
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teresa.cunningham@maryland.gov
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Main Contact Name
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Sandra Stewart
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Main Contact Title
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Administrator of Placement and Support Resources
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Main Contact Phone
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410-853-3966
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Main Contact Email Address
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sandra.stewart@maryland.gov
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Director or Senior Administrator Name
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Teresa Cunningham
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Director or Senior Administrator Title
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Assistant Director
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Director or Senior Administrator Phone
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410-853-3961
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Director or Senior Administrator Email Address
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teresa.cunningham@maryland.gov
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Sites offering this Program
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6401 York Road
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