Child Protective Services | Howard County Department of Social Services
9780 Patuxent Woods Drive, Columbia, MD 21046
Eligibility
Individuals 17 years or younger.
Required documents
Varies
contact for details.
Hours
Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm.
800-917-7383
Voice·
After-Hours
410-872-4203
Voice·
Main
Application process
Call for information.
Service area
Howard County, MD
Other Information
Age Group
- Infants (0-1)
- Children (2-12)
- Teens (13-19)
Payment Options
- Free or no-cost care
Special Populations
- Justice Involvement
Languages
- Spanish
Provides intervention and support for children who have been neglected or abused by the adults who are responsible for their care.
Protective Services
Last assured
12/16/2025
What's Here
Providing organization
Howard County Department of Social Services
County agency providing social services programs.