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Respite Care Services | Charles County Department of Social Services

200 Kent Avenue, La Plata, MD 20646

Eligibility

Caregivers of individuals with disabilities who reside in Charles County.

Required documents

Proof of residence and income.

Hours

Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm.
301-392-6400
Voice·

Main

800-332-6347
Voice·

Toll-Free

Application process

Call to apply. Limit of 164 hours funded per 12 months.

Service area

Charles County, MD

Other Information

Special Populations

  • Open to All
  • Justice Involvement

Payment Options

  • Free or no-cost care

Offers financial assistance for short-term respite care. Financial Assistance More information:

  • Families may choose their own caregivers

Last assured

10/06/2025

Providing organization

Charles County Department of Social Services
Administers all the federally funded social service programs for the county.