Foster Services | Howard County Department of Social Services
9780 Patuxent Woods Drive, Columbia, MD 21046
Eligibility
Individuals 21 years or older.
Required documents
Varies
contact for details.
410-872-8839
Voice·
Main
Email[email protected]
Application process
Call or visit website for details.
Service area
Howard County, MD
Other Information
Age Group
- Older Adults (55+)
- Adults (31-54)
- Young Adults (20-30)
Languages
- Spanish
Payment Options
- Free or no-cost care
Special Populations
- Justice Involvement
Offers foster placement services for children in need of homes, and training and licensing to individuals wanting to foster.
Adoption and Foster Services
More information:
- Child placement may be court-ordered or through voluntary parent agreement
- Recruits, trains, licenses, supports, and encourages families interested in becoming foster parents
Last assured
12/16/2025
What's Here
Providing organization
Howard County Department of Social Services
County agency providing social services programs.