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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.

Hours

Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm.
800-917-7383
Voice·

Main

Application process

Call for intake.

Service area

Cecil County, MD

Other Information

Special Populations

  • Justice Involvement

Age Group

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

Payment Options

  • Free or no-cost care

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.

Last assured

10/09/2025

Providing organization

Cecil County Department of Social Services

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