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Adult Protective Services | Howard County Department of Social Services

9780 Patuxent Woods Drive, Columbia, MD 21046

Eligibility

Individuals 18 years or older.

Required documents

Varies contact for details.

Hours

Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm.
800-917-7383
Voice·

Hot-Line

410-872-4203
Voice·

Main

Application process

Call for information.

Service area

Howard County, MD

Other Information

Age Group

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

Payment Options

  • Free or no-cost care

Languages

  • Spanish

Special Populations

  • Justice Involvement

Investigates reports of abuse, neglect, or exploitation of vulnerable adults and provides services to prevent further harm.

Protective Services

Last assured

12/16/2025

Providing organization

Howard County Department of Social Services

County agency providing social services programs.