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Adoption and Foster Care Services | Harford County Department of Social Services

2029 Pulaski Highway, Havre De Grace, MD 21078

Eligibility
Individuals 21 years and older.
Required documents
Photo ID.
410-836-4700
Voice·

Main

Application process
Visit website for intake form.
Service area
Harford County, MD

Other Information

Age Group

  • Older Adults (55+)
  • Young Adults (20-30)
  • Adults (31-54)

Special Populations

  • Justice Involvement

Payment Options

  • Case or Self-payment

Offers placement services for children in need of homes. Adoption and Foster Care More information:

  • Recruits, trains, licenses, and supports families interested in becoming adoptive or foster parents.
  • Conducts home visits and yearly evaluations.
  • Provides family conferencing, activities, and Local Foster Parent Association monthly meetings.
  • Child placement may be court-ordered or through voluntary parent agreement

Last assured
10/07/2025
Providing organization
Harford County Department of Social Services
Administers all the federally funded social service programs for the county.