Adult Protective Services | Howard County Department of Social Services
9780 Patuxent Woods Drive, Columbia, MD 21046
Eligibility
Individuals 18 years or older.
Required documents
Varies
contact for details.
410-872-4203
Voice·
Main
800-917-7383
Voice·
Hot-Line
Email[email protected]
Application process
Call for information.
Service area
Howard County, MD
Other Information
Age Group
- Adults (31-54)
- Young Adults (20-30)
- Older Adults (55+)
- Teens (13-19)
Payment Options
- Free or no-cost care
Special Populations
- Justice Involvement
Languages
- Spanish
Investigates reports of abuse, neglect, or exploitation of vulnerable adults and provides services to prevent further harm.
Protective Services
Last assured
12/16/2025
What's Here
Providing organization
Howard County Department of Social Services
County agency providing social services programs.