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Child Protective Services | Cecil County Department of Social Services

170 East Main Street, Elkton, MD 21921

Eligibility

Individuals 18 years and younger.

Required documents

None required.

Application process

Call for intake.

Service area

Cecil County, MD

Other Information

Special Populations

Justice Involvement

Age Group

Teens (13-19)
Infants (0-1)
Children (2-12)

Payment Options

Free or no-cost care

Description

Investigates allegations of sexual abuse or neglect of children.

Protective Services

More information
- The law requires that children in neglect cases be seen within 5 days and those in abuse cases within 24 hours.
- Emergency services may include placement in sheltered care, court involvement, or family counseling.

Providing organization

Cecil County Department of Social Services

Administers all the federally funded social service programs for the county.