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Foster Care and Adoption Program | Garrett County Department of Social Services

12578 Garrett Highway, Oakland, MD 21550

Eligibility

Individuals 21 years and older.

Required documents

Photo ID, income information, background screening.

301-533-3000
Voice

Main

Application process

Call for intake.

Service area

Garrett County, MD

Other Information

Special Populations

Open to All

Payment Options

Free or no-cost care

Age Group

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

Trains and licenses individuals and families who want to become foster or adoptive parents.

Adoption and Foster Care

More information
- Specific guidelines must be met, including a home study and the participation in pre-service training

Providing organization

Garrett County Department of Social Services

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

Foster Care and Adoption Program | Garrett County Department of Social Services