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Alternate Name
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Garrett County DSS, Child Protective Services
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Description
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CHILD PROTECTIVE SERVICES: Investigates reports of abuse, neglect or exploitation of vulnerable child and arranges for services to remedy the situation. Risk factors are identified and service plans developed to prevent further risk of harm to the child. Also provides children, parents, and other family members information and referral to emergency, social service, and support resources regarding child abuse, domestic violence, incest and rape.
DEFINITION: Abuse is any physical injury sustained by cruel or inhumane treatment as a result of a malicious act by another person. Neglect is willful deprivation of food, clothing, medical treatment, rehabilitative therapy, shelter, supervision or daily hygiene or grooming needs. Exploitation is the misuse of a vulnerable adult, their money or property.
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Defined coverage areas:
Maryland - Garrett County
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Hours of operation:
Mon: 8AM 4:30PM
Tue: 8AM 4:30PM
Wed: 8AM 4:30PM
Thu: 8AM 4:30PM
Fri: 8AM 4:30PM
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Eligibility
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Abused or neglected children under 18 years.
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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 an appointment or further information.
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Documents Required
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None.
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Programs at this agency
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Garrett County Department of Social Services, Adult Protective Services
Garrett County Department of Social Services, Child Support Bureau
Garrett County Department of Social Services, Emergency Assistance to Families with Children
Garrett County Department of Social Services, Garrett Works Program
Garrett County Department of Social Services, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program
Garrett County Department of Social Services, Foster Care and Adoption Program
Garrett County Department of Social Services, In-Home Aide Services
Garrett County Department of Social Services, Family Preservation Services
Garrett County Department of Social Services, Medical Assistance
Garrett County Department of Social Services, Family Services
Garrett County Department of Social Services, Temporary Disability Assistance Program
Garrett County Department of Social Services, Wheels to Work
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Fax Number
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301-334-5413
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Intake 24/7
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1-800-917-7383
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Garrett County Department od Social Services Main Number
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301-533-3000
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Main Contact Name
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Tamra Canfield
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Main Contact Title
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Assistant Director for Services
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Main Contact Phone
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301-533-3000
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Director or Senior Administrator Name
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Director or Senior Administrator Phone
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Sites offering this Program
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12578 Garrett Highway
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