Adoption Services | Howard County Department of Social Services
9780 Patuxent Woods Drive, Columbia, MD 21046
Eligibility
Individuals 21 years or older.
Required documents
Varies
contact for details.
Hours
Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm.
410-872-8700
Voice·
Main
Application process
Call or visit website for details.
Service area
Howard County, MD
Other Information
Age Group
- Older Adults (55+)
- Young Adults (20-30)
- Adults (31-54)
Payment Options
- Free or no-cost care
Languages
- Spanish
Special Populations
- Justice Involvement
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
12/16/2025
What's Here
Providing organization
Howard County Department of Social Services
County agency providing social services programs.