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Statement by Secretary Ted Dallas regarding additional safety procedures
“Today, we are announcing steps we are taking to augment existing safety procedures that already include the use of a metal detector and on-site security personnel to monitor all those…
Maryland Announces $11.8 million increase in Child Support Collections
In six months, the Department of Human Resources exceeded the previous year’s gains by $4.2 million BALTIMORE, MARYLAND (April 23, 2012) – The Maryland Department of Human Resources announced today…
Julie Kreit named Washington County DSS 2012 Social Worker of the Year
Julie Kreit, a Family Services Caseworker II at the Washington County Department of Social Services, has been recognized by the Maryland Department of Human Resources as the Washington County’s 2012…
DHR Kicks-Off 12th Annual Information Fair Season With an Informational Expo
DHR to host over thirty-eight public and private sector vendors for the free public event BALTIMORE: April 10, 2012 – The Department of Human Resources (DHR), the state’s social service…
Cecil County child advocacy center earns re-accreditation from National Children’s Alliance
National Children’s Alliance recognizes Cecil County Child Advocacy Center for its ongoing delivery of high quality and effective services to child abuse victims through accreditation The Cecil County Child Advocacy…
Charles County Department of Social Services launches food drive in response to food bank shortage
“If you can, please make a donation. In the wealthiest state in the nation, no one should ever go hungry.” BALTIMORE, MARYLAND (March 9, 2012) – Today, Friday, March 9,…
Talbot County Department of Social Services Share Child Support Successes Through Community Lunch ‘n Learns
The Talbot County Department of Social Services’ Child Support Program is offering a series of “Lunch ‘n Learns …A Conversation About Child Support,” throughout the community to promote program…
Potlucks at Easton Family YMCA Offer Newly Licensed Foster Parents Support
Several new foster parents have been licensed in Talbot County following recent PRIDE (Parents Resource for Information, Development, and Education) trainings. PRIDE, a model for the development and support of…
Six Distinguished Women to be Inducted into the Maryland Women’s Hall of Fame
BALTIMORE – (February 13, 2012) The Maryland Commission for Women will induct six accomplished women into the Maryland Women’s Hall of Fame on Wednesday, March 7, 2012 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30…
Washington County Department of Social Services Encourages Eligible County Residents to Apply for the Earned Income Tax Credit
Credit supports working families; can save up to $5,571 per family Hagerstown, Maryland – Today, the Washington County Department of Social Services (WCDSS) announced that it is encouraging eligible Washington…
