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Alternate Name
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DSS DHS Guardianship Adoption Kinship
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Description
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OVERVIEW: Initiates temporary or permanent services when a child cannot be safely cared for in their home. - FOSTER CARE: Licenses foster parents for care of non-related children. Places children in foster care when the needs of the child cannot be met, with unification being the primary objective.
- PERMANANCY SERVICES: When reunification is not possible, alternate permanency services are explored such as adoption, guardianship, kinship, and independent living.
- FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Adoptive parents of children with special needs may receive monthly adoption assistance and/or medical assistance for that child.
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Defined coverage areas:
Maryland - Frederick County
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Hours Of Operation
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Lobby is open for walk-in customers to pick-up application, drop-off documents, or schedule appointments.
Mon: 8AM 4PM
Tue: 8AM 4PM
Wed: 8AM 4PM
Thu: 8AM 4PM
Fri: 8AM 4PM
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Fax Number
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301-600-2726
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Main
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301-600-4555f
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Kinship Care Coordinator
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888-635-4372
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Foster Care and Adoption Services
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301-600-2466
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Main Email Address
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[email protected]
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Sites offering this Program
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1888 North Market Street
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