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Description
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CHILD PROTECTIVE SERVICES: Investigates allegations of physical or sexual abuse and neglect of children under age 18. 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 sheltered care or court involvement, or may involve counseling with the family to rectify the situation.
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Defined coverage areas:
Maryland - Kent 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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See notes.
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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 for information.
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Normal Wait Times
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See notes.
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Volunteer Requirements
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21 and older. Must pass criminal background check.
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Volunteer Duties
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Provide family support, teach appropriate parenting responses and assist families in accessing community resources.
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Programs at this agency
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Kent County Department of Social Services, Office of Home Energy Programs
Kent County Department of Social Services, Adoption
Kent County Department of Social Services, Adult Protective Services
Kent County Department of Social Services, Child Support Enforcement
Kent County Department of Social Services, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program
Kent County Department of Social Services, Foster Care for Children
Kent County Department of Social Services, In-Home Aide Services
Kent County Department of Social Services, Temporary Disability Assistance Program
Kent County Department of Social Services, Social Services to Adults
Kent County Department of Social Services, Emergency Assistance to Families with Children
Kent County Department of Social Services, Medical Assistance
Kent County Department of Social Services, Temporary Cash Assistance
Kent County Department of Social Services, CARES Foundation
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Phone After Hours
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410-758-1101
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Fax Number
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410-778-1497
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Main
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410-810-7600
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Main Email Address
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christina.russell1@maryland.gov
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Main Contact Name
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Christina Russell
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Main Contact Title
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Supervisor of Family Services
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Main Contact Phone
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410-810-7600
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Main Contact Email Address
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christina.russell1@maryland.gov
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Director or Senior Administrator Name
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Nikki Strong
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Director or Senior Administrator Title
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Assistant Director of Services
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Director or Senior Administrator Phone
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410-810-7654
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Director or Senior Administrator Email Address
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nikki.strong@maryland.gov
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Sites offering this Program
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350 High Street
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