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Alternate Name
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Washington County DSS, TCA and EAFC
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Description
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NOTE: Persons applying must file for child support against the absent parent before they can receive cash assistance.
OVERVIEW: Provides temporary cash assistance for children in need and their parents or other adult caretakers. Parents or other adult recipients must find employment or be in an acceptable work activity to receive benefits. A personal work plan is developed to identify needs and a course of action to reach employment and self-sufficiency goals.
EAFC: (Emergency Assistance to Families with Children): Provides assistance to families with children to resolve specific emergencies such as eviction, foreclosure or utility cut-offs. Provides assistance with water bills only if bill is in customer's name and there is a cut-off notice.
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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
Mon: 8AM 4:30PM
Tue: 8AM 4:30PM
Wed: 8AM 4:30PM
Thu: 8AM 4:30PM
Fri: 8AM 4:30PM
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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Low income individuals and families. Must meet income guidelines.
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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 or visit web site for information. May apply on line @ mydhrbenefits.dhr.state.md.us.
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Documents Required
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Birth certificate and social security cards for all household members. Call for further details.
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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, Child Protective Services
Washington County Department of Social Services, Family School Partnership
Washington County Department of Social Services, Interagency Family Preservation
Washington County Department of Social Services, 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, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program
Washington County Department of Social Services, Medical Assistance
Washington County Department of Social Services, Families with Children
Dads Connection
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Fax Number
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240-420-2299
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Main
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240-420-2330
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Washington County Department of Social Services
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240-420-2100
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Main Contact Name
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Sharon Shafer
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Main Contact Title
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Family Investment Supervisor II
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Main Contact Phone
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240-420-2320
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Main Contact Email Address
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sharon.shafer@maryland.gov
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Director or Senior Administrator Name
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Director or Senior Administrator Title
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Director or Senior Administrator Phone
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Director or Senior Administrator Email Address
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Sites offering this Program
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122 North Potomac Street
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