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Description
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CHILD SUPPORT: Provides services which establish and enforce child support orders. Searches for the non-custodial parent; proves the paternity of the child; gets a court order for support; collects support payments and enforces the court order and reviews and modifies the court order. Persons applying for Temporary Cash Assistance (TCA) and Medical Assistance must file for child support before they can receive cash assistance.
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Defined coverage areas: Maryland - Dorchester County
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Hours of operation: Mon: 8:30AM 4PM Tue: 8:30AM 4PM Wed: 8:30Am 4PM Thu: 8:30Am 4PM Fri: 8:30AM 4PM
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Eligibility
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Parent or guardian that is seeking financial support from the other parent.
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Languages Offered
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Language Line.
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Program Fees
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$15 application fee may apply if client does not receive TCA or Medical Assistance.
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Application Process
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Apply online or in the office.
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Documents Required
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Documents can be found online, mailed, or requested in the office.
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Programs at this agency
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Dorchester County Department of Social Services, Adoption Dorchester County Department of Social Services, Office of Home Energy Programs Dorchester County Department of Social Services, Adult Services Dorchester County Department of Social Services, Child Protective Services Dorchester County Department of Social Services, Emergency Assistance to Families with Children Dorchester County Department of Social Services, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Dorchester County Department of Social Services, Foster Care for Children & Licensing Dorchester County Department of Social Services, In-Home Aide Services Dorchester County Department of Social Services, Medical Assistance Dorchester County Department of Social Services, Temporary Cash Assistance
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Toll Free Number
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800-332-6347
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Fax Number
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410-901-1029
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TTY
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410-901-1266
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Main
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410-901-4100
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Main Email Address
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dorchesterdss.childsupport@maryland.gov
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Sites offering this Program
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2737 Dorchester Square
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