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Alternate Name
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Human Services, DHS, DSS, Child Protective Services, CPS
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Description
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ABUSE INVESTIGATIONS: Investigates allegations of physical or sexual abuse and neglect then implements emergency intervention. Ultimate action would be the removal of the child from the situation. Legal mandates require children in neglect cases to be seen within 5 days and in abuse cases within 24 hours. Emergency services may include but are not limited to: placement in sheltered care, court involvement, or may involve counseling with the family to rectify the situation. Provides continuing services to families.
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Defined coverage areas:
Maryland - Washington 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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Neglected or abused 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 for information or to report suspected neglect/child abuse.
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Documents Required
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None.
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Programs at this agency
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Washington County Department of Social Services, Foster Care and Adoption
Washington County Department of Social Services, Family School Partnership
Washington County Department of Social Services, Interagency Family Preservation
Washington County Department of Social Services, Adult Respite Care
Washington County Department of Social Services, Temporary Disability Assistance Program
Washington County Department of Social Services, Project Home
Washington County Department of Social Services, Adult Protective Services
Washington County Department of Social Services, In-Home Aide Services
Washington County Department of Social Services, Social Services to Adults
Washington County Department of Social Services, Child Support Administration
Washington County Department of Social Services, Temporary Cash Assistance
Washington County Department of Social Services, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program
Washington County Department of Social Services, Medical Assistance (Medicaid)
Washington County Department of Social Services, Services to Families with Children
Washington County Department of Social Services, Parenting Support
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Fax Number
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240-420-2549
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Phone
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800-917-7383
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Phone 2
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240-420-2222
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Sites offering this Program
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122 North Potomac Street
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