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Foster Services | Wicomico County Department of Social Services

201 Baptist Street, Suite 27, Salisbury, MD 21801

Eligibility

Individuals 21 years or older.

Required documents

Varies contact for details.

Hours

Monday-Friday 8am-5pm.
410-713-3900
Voice·

Main

Application process

Call or visit website for details.

Service area

Wicomico County, MD

Other Information

Age Group

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

Payment Options

  • Free or no-cost care

Languages

  • Spanish

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

12/10/2025

Providing organization

Wicomico County Department of Social Services

County agency providing social services programs.