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Adoption Services | Allegany County Department of Social Services

1 Frederick Street, Cumberland, MD 21502

Eligibility

Individuals 21 years or older.

Required documents

Varies contact for details.

Hours

Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm.
301-784-7122
Voice·

Main

Application process

Call or visit website for details.

Service area

Allegany County, MD

Other Information

Age Group

  • Older Adults (55+)
  • Adults (31-54)
  • Teens (13-19)
  • Young Adults (20-30)

Special Populations

  • Justice Involvement

Payment Options

  • Free or no-cost care

Languages

  • Spanish

Provides adoption services.

Adoption and Foster Services

More information:

  • Adoptive parents must go through a home study process before being approved to adopt
  • Many children who are available for adoption have special needs or disabilities
  • Post-adoption services may include information and referral, outreach assistance and a monthly subsidy

Last assured

12/17/2025

Providing organization

Allegany County Department of Social Services

County agency providing social services programs.