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Description
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CHILD PROTECTIVE SERVICES: Investigates allegations of physical or sexual abuse, mental injury, and neglect of children and adolescents. Legal mandates require children in neglect cases to be seen within 5 days and in abuse cases within 24 hours. Emergency services may include placement in shelter care, court involvement, or counseling with the family to rectify the situation.
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Defined coverage areas:
Maryland - Somerset 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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Allegedly abused or neglected children under age 18.
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Languages Offered
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Accommodations Possible (with advance notice).
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Program Fees
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None.
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Application Process
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Call and ask for intake. After hours, call local police department or after hours line.
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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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Somerset County Department of Social Services, Adoption
Somerset County Department of Social Services, Adult Protective Services
Somerset County Department of Social Services, Office of Child Support
Somerset County Department of Social Services, Emergency Assistance to Families with Children
Somerset County Department of Social Services, Temporary Cash Assistance
Somerset County Department of Social Services, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program
Somerset County Department of Social Services, Foster Care for Children & Licensing
Somerset County Department of Social Services, In-Home Aide Services
Somerset County Department of Social Services, In-Home Family Preservation
Somerset County Department of Social Services, Medical Assistance
Somerset County Department of Social Services, Social Services to Adults
Somerset County Department of Social Services, Temporary Disability Assistance Program
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Toll Free Number
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1-800-917-7383
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Phone Hot Line
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1-800-91-PREVENT
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Phone After Hours
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410-651-0707
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Fax Number
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410-677-4265
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Main
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1-800-917-7383
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Main Email Address
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somerset.dss@maryland.gov
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Sites offering this Program
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30397 Mount Vernon Road
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