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Alternate Name
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Anne Arundel County DSS, Foster Home Approval
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Description
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SCREENING: Assists individuals in participating in the foster/adoptive program for children and families in need. Seeks individuals offering to provide a safe and nurturing environment to children until they are reunited with their families. Provides an orientation meeting, pre-service training and other important information to complete the process. Upon completion, a DSS approval for those families providing 24-hour care of children in state custody is provided. Once approved, foster parents receive board payments, a Medical Assistance card and a clothing allowance for the support of the foster child.
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Defined coverage areas:
Maryland - Anne Arundel County
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Hours of operation:
Mon: 8AM 5PM
Tue: 8AM 5PM
Wed: 8AM 5PM
Thu: 8AM 5PM
Fri: 8AM 5PM
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Eligibility
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Individuals must be 21 years or older to be a foster parent.
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Languages Offered
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Interpretation services available.
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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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Representative Payee Program, Anne Arundel County
Anne Arundel County Department of Social Services, Foster/Adoption
Anne Arundel County Department of Social Services, Adult Services
Anne Arundel County Department of Social Services, Emergency Assistance to Families with Children
Anne Arundel County Department of Social Services, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program
Anne Arundel County Department of Social Services, Foster Care
Anne Arundel County Department of Social Services, In-Home Family Services
Anne Arundel County Department of Social Services, Emergency Services
Anne Arundel County Department of Social Services, Temporary Disability Assistance Program
Anne Arundel County Department of Social Services, Temporary Cash Assistance
Anne Arundel County Department of Social Services, Homeless Services
Child Advocacy Center, Anne Arundel County
Anne Arundel County Department of Social Services, Medical Assistance
Anne Arundel County Department of Social Services, Community Initiatives & Programs
Anne Arundel County Department of Social Services, Protective Services Screening
Anne Arundel County Homeless Street Outreach Program
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Fax Number
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410-222-4231
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Main
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410-897-3950
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Alternate #
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410-897-3909
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Main Email Address
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annearundel.fostercare@maryland.gov
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Main Contact Name
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Tracy Madera
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Main Contact Title
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Foster Care Recruitment Specialist
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Main Contact Phone
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410-897-3909
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Main Contact Email Address
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annearundel.fostercare@maryland.gov
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Director or Senior Administrator Name
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Director or Senior Administrator Title
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Director or Senior Administrator Phone
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Director or Senior Administrator Email Address
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Sites offering this Program
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2666 Riva Road
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