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Alternate Name
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Worcester County CAC; Worcester County CPS
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Description
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CHILD ADVOCACY: Provides a comprehensive assessment and investigation of child neglect, physical, sexual and mental abuse. Emergency services includes an on site therapist, forensic interviewers and forensic medical exams by a SAFE (Sexual Assault Forensic Examiner) nurse. Also assists with prosecution of offenders when warranted by evidence. Legal mandates require children in neglect cases to be seen within 5 days and in abuse cases within 24 hours.
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Defined coverage areas:
Maryland - Worcester 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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Allegedly abused or neglected children under age 18.
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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 to report suspected abuse or neglect of a child.
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Documents Required
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Call for information.
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Normal Wait Times
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Varies depending on the case.
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Volunteer Requirements
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Call for information.
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Volunteer Duties
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Participate in community outreach.
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Programs at this agency
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Worcester County Department of Social Services, Adoption
Worcester County Department of Social Services, Adult Protective Services
Worcester County Department of Social Services, Child Support
Worcester County Department of Social Services, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program
Worcester County Department of Social Services, Foster Care for Children
Worcester County Department of Social Services, In-Home Aide Services
Worcester County Department of Social Services, Family Preservation
Worcester County Department of Social Services, Medical Assistance
Worcester County Department of Social Services, Project Home
Worcester County Department of Social Services, Emergency Assistance to Families with Children
Worcester County Department of Social Services, Temporary Disability Assistance Program
Worcester County Department of Social Services, Respite Care
Worcester County Department of Social Services, Temporary Cash Assistance
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Phone Hot Line
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800-917-7383
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Phone After Hours
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410-632-1111 or 911
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Fax Number
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410-641-0935
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Main
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410-641-0097
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Main Contact Name
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Lauren Cooper
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Main Contact Title
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Director
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Main Contact Phone
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410-641-0097
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Main Contact Email Address
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[email protected]
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Director or Senior Administrator Name
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Lauren Cooper
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Director or Senior Administrator Title
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Director
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Director or Senior Administrator Phone
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410-641-0097
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Director or Senior Administrator Email Address
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[email protected]
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Sites offering this Program
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PO Box 97
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