Worcester County Department of Social Services, Foster Care for Children
www.dhs.maryland.gov
Resource Details
Description FOSTER CARE: Places children in either temporary foster homes or group homes when appropriate. Placements are court-ordered or by voluntary parent agreement depending on the nature of the case. Placements are made only for children who are abused, neglected, abandoned or dependent on the state.
Defined coverage areas:
Maryland - Worcester County
 
Hours of operation:
Mon: 8AM 4:30PM
Tue: 8AM 4:30PM
Wed: 8AM 4:30PM
Thu: 8AM 4:30PM
Fri: 8AM 4:30PM
Program
Eligibility At risk children who can no longer remain in their homes. Prospective foster/adoptive parents must be over 21 and self-supporting.
Languages Offered Accommodations possible.
Program Fees None.
Application Process Call for information.
Documents Required Call for information.
Programs at this agency Worcester County Department of Social Services, Adoption
Worcester County Department of Social Services, Adult Protective Services
Worcester County Child Advocacy Center
Worcester County Department of Social Services, Child Support
Worcester County Department of Social Services, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program
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


Contact Information
Fax Number 410-677-6810
Main 410-677-6800
Main Email Address [email protected]
Main Contact Name Detra Kelly
Main Contact Title Assistant Director of Services
Main Contact Phone 410-677-6876
Main Contact Email Address [email protected]
Director or Senior Administrator Name Roberta Baldwin
Director or Senior Administrator Title Director of Services
Director or Senior Administrator Phone 410-677-6806
Director or Senior Administrator Email Address [email protected]
Sites offering this Program 299 Commerce Street