BALTIMORE, MD — The Maryland Department of Human Services (DHS) announced today that, as the state neared completion of its ...

Stacy L. Rodgers took office as the Acting Secretary of the Maryland Department of Human Services in April 2026. She brings more than 35 years of experience to the job, working at every level of ...

In Maryland, there are approximately 3,800 children and teens in out-of-home care (or foster care). Out-of-home care is intended to be a short-term plan for children and youth until they can reunify ...

On this page, you can learn information about the State of Maryland’s socioeconomic programs, access the Procurement Tracking System Public Dashboard and view open/closed DHS solicitations. Visit ...

Reporting Abuse Reporting abuse and neglect is everyone’s responsibility. If you suspect that a child or adult is being abused or neglected please call 1-800-91Prevent (1-800-917-7383) or 911. Do Not ...

The local Department of Social Services will screen the allegation to determine whether or not what you have reported meets the legal criteria for child abuse and neglect. If the allegation does meet ...

Statewide Nutrition Assistance Equipment Program (SNAEP) 07.02.07 – Child Protective Services—Investigation of Child Abuse and Neglect 07.03.25.04 Critical Medical Needs Program – Application Process ...

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Reporting child abuse and neglect is everyone’s responsibility. Children need us to pay attention to some of the common signs of possible child abuse or neglect. If you suspect that a child is being ...

Statewide Nutrition Assistance Equipment Program (SNAEP) 07.03.25.04 Critical Medical Needs Program – Application Process 07.05.01 – License for Private Child Placement Agencies 07.05.01 – License for ...

Office of Employment and Program Equity 25 South Charles Street Baltimore, Md. 21201 Suite #1860 (410) 767- 7861 Gerald G. Stansbury – Director Tymeana M. Bullock – Deputy Director Cynthia Joseph – ...