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Adoption and Foster Care | Charles County Department of Social Services

200 Kent Avenue, La Plata, MD 20646

Eligibility

Individuals 21 years and older.

Required documents

Photo ID.

301-392-6724
Voice

Main

800-332-6347
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Toll-Free

301-392-6727
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Alternate

Application process

Visit website for intake form.

Service area

Charles County, MD

Other Information

Age Group

Older Adults (55+)
Young Adults (20-30)
Adults (31-54)

Payment Options

Case or Self-payment

Special Populations

Justice Involvement

Languages

American Sign Language

Offers placement services for children in need of homes.

Adoption and Foster Care

More information:
- Recruits, trains, licenses, and supports families interested in becoming adoptive or foster parents.
- Conducts home visits and yearly evaluations.
- Provides family conferencing, activities, and Local Foster Parent Association monthly meetings.

Providing organization

Charles County Department of Social Services

Administers all the federally funded social service programs for the county.