Maryland Department of Human Services – Social Services Administration
Child & Family Services — State Child Welfare Agency in Baltimore, Maryland. The Maryland Social Services Administration oversees child welfare services delivered through 24 local departments of social services. Programs include child protective services, in-home services, foster care, adoption, and adult services.
Phone: (410) 767-7000
Address: 311 W Saratoga Street, Baltimore, Maryland, 21201
Website: https://dhs.maryland.gov/social-services
Languages: English, Spanish, additional languages via interpreter
Services offered: Child protective services, in-home family services, foster care, kinship care, adoption, adult services, family investment program oversight
Ages served: Birth–21
Good to know: State child welfare agency headquarters; local services delivered through county/regional offices.
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Frequently asked questions about Maryland Department of Human Services – Social Services Administration
How do I contact Maryland Department of Human Services – Social Services Administration?
You can call Maryland Department of Human Services – Social Services Administration at (410) 767-7000 or visit 311 W Saratoga Street in Baltimore, Maryland. Their website is https://dhs.maryland.gov/social-services.
What services does Maryland Department of Human Services – Social Services Administration offer?
Maryland Department of Human Services – Social Services Administration offers Child protective services, in-home family services, foster care, kinship care, adoption, adult services, family investment program oversight. Serves Birth–21. The Maryland Social Services Administration oversees child welfare services delivered through 24 local departments of social services. Programs include child protective services, in-home services, foster care, adoption, and adult services.
Are services at Maryland Department of Human Services – Social Services Administration free or low-cost?
Many community child & family services providers offer free, sliding-scale, or Medicaid-covered services. Call Maryland Department of Human Services – Social Services Administration at (410) 767-7000 to confirm pricing, accepted insurance, and any income requirements before your visit.
What languages does Maryland Department of Human Services – Social Services Administration support?
Maryland Department of Human Services – Social Services Administration reports providing services in: English, Spanish, additional languages via interpreter. If you need another language, ask about translation services or call 988 for free crisis support in English and Spanish.
Who is eligible for services at Maryland Department of Human Services – Social Services Administration?
Maryland Department of Human Services – Social Services Administration reports serving Birth–21. Eligibility can also depend on income, residency, and the specific service needed — call (410) 767-7000 to confirm before visiting.
What if I'm in crisis right now?
If you or someone you love is in immediate danger, call 911. For mental health emergencies, call or text 988 — the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — for free, 24/7, confidential support. Veterans press 1; LGBTQ+ youth press 3.
In crisis? Call or text 988 for free, 24/7, confidential support. Veterans press 1. For immediate danger call 911.