The Cecil County Division of Human Services offers a variety of programs and services to meet the needs of residents. If you are facing a crisis, experiencing domestic violence, or suspect human trafficking, this division can provide support and resources. The division includes the Help Center, the Child Advocacy Center, The Bridge (Domestic Violence Rape Crisis Center), the Human Trafficking Task Force, and the Child and Adult Care Food Program.
Click on the badges below to learn more about the services provided by Cecil County DHS.
Cecil County Division of Human Services works cooperatively with the following:
The Community Services Foundation of Cecil County, Inc.
Originally formed in 1993 as the Commission on Aging Foundation, the Community Services Foundation (CSF) was reorganized in 2015 to expand its focus. As a 501(c)(3) organization, CSF welcomes support from businesses, organizations, and individuals throughout Cecil County.
Mission: The CSF’s mission is to foster, support, and develop programs that improve the lives of children, families, older adults, persons with disabilities, and the county’s animal population. The Foundation works closely with the Cecil County Division of Community Services to address the evolving needs of the community.
Family Violence Coordinating Council
The Cecil County Family Violence Coordinating Council (FVCC) was born in 1995 when a task force identified family violence as a major health problem in our community. This task force merged with an existing Domestic Violence Advisory Committee in 1998, forming the FVCC.
Mission: The FVCC aims to reduce incidents of family violence by coordinating community responses and establishing a zero-tolerance standard within Cecil County.
Membership Consists Of: District and Circuit Courts, State’s Attorney’s Office, State & Local Law Enforcement, Social Services, Health Department, Counseling Services, Union Hospital, Public Schools, Parole & Probation, and Citizens.
For more information or to attend a meeting, please contact [email protected].
Donations
When you donate to the Cecil County Division of Human Services, you become part of a caring community dedicated to helping those in need. Your contribution empowers local organizations to offer vital services, providing support and hope to individuals and families facing difficult circumstances.
Each program within Cecil County DHS has unique needs. To learn more about donating to the Help Center, The Bridge, or the Child Advocacy Center, click the links below:
The Maryland Network Against Domestic Violence (MNADV) funded this project under the sub-award number FVPA-2023-0015. All points of view in this document are those of the author and do not necessarily represent the official position of any State or Federal Agency.
The Maryland Coalition Against Sexual Assault (MCASA) in accordance with the Governor’s Office of Crimes Prevention, Youth, and Victim Services funded this project under the sub-award GFRCC-2023-002. All points of view in this document are those of the author and do not necessarily represent the official position of any State or Federal Agency.
