Child Protection Services | Charles County Department of Social Services
200 Kent Avenue, La Plata, MD 20646
Eligibility
Individuals 18 years and younger.
Required documents
None required.
800-917-7383
Voice·
Main
Email[email protected]
Application process
Call for intake.
Service area
Charles County, MD
Other Information
Age Group
- Infants (0-1)
- Teens (13-19)
- Children (2-12)
Special Populations
- Justice Involvement
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
10/06/2025
What's Here
Providing organization
Charles County Department of Social Services
Administers all the federally funded social service programs for the county.