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Adoption and Foster Care Services | Cecil County Department of Social Services

Resource Name:Adoption and Foster Care Services | Cecil County Department of Social Services

address

170 East Main Street, Elkton, MD 21921

Eligibility

Individuals 21 years or older.

Required documents

Photo ID.

Hours

Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm.
410-996-0349

Voice

·

Main

Application process

Call for details.

Service area

Cecil County, MD

Other Information

Age Group

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

Payment Options

  • Case or Self-payment

Special Populations

  • Justice Involvement

Offers placement services for children in need of homes. Youth Placement Services 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
  • Child placement may be court-ordered or through voluntary parent agreement

Last Assured

10/05/2026

Providing organization

Cecil County Department of Social Services

County social services agency.