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Family Services, Garrett County Department of Social Services | Garrett County Department of Social Services

12578 Garrett Highway, Oakland, MD 21550

Eligibility

Families with children 18 years and younger residing in Garrett County.

Required documents

Photo ID, Social Security card for all members of the household, income information, proof of residency.

Application process

Call for intake.

Service area

Garrett County, MD

Other Information

Payment Options

Free or no-cost care

Mental Health - Service Type

Information and Referral

Special Populations

Families with Children

Substance Use - Service Type

Information and Referral

Description

Provides emergency food and shelter support to families with children.

Temporary Shelter

More information:
- Can also help with parenting issues, conflicts between parents and children, and other family issues
- Offers referrals to other community resources that can help

Last assured

09/08/2025

Providing organization

Garrett County Department of Social Services

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

Family Services, Garrett County Department of Social Services | Garrett County Department of Social Services