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<url>https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/dhs-logo-black-square-80x80.png</url> <title>Talbot County – DHS News</title> <link>https://news.dhs.maryland.gov</link> <width>32</width> <height>32</height></image> <item> <title>Maryland Department of Human Services Secures USDA Approval for Disaster Food Distribution During COVID-19 Pandemic</title> <link>https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/reports/that/maryland-department-human-services-secures-usda-approval-disaster-food-distribution-covid-19-pandemic/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Garrett Pegg]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2020 17:30:18 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Allegany County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Anne Arundel County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Baltimore City]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Baltimore County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Calvert County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Caroline County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Carroll County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Cecil 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<description><![CDATA[<p>April 23, 2020 Media Contact: Katherine Morris katherine.morris@maryland.gov Maryland Department of Human Services Secures USDA Approval for Disaster Food Distribution During COVID-19 Pandemic 1,000,000 lbs. of Food Being Distributed to... <span class="meta-more"><a href="https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/reports/that/maryland-department-human-services-secures-usda-approval-disaster-food-distribution-covid-19-pandemic/">Read more »</a></span></p><p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/reports/that/maryland-department-human-services-secures-usda-approval-disaster-food-distribution-covid-19-pandemic/">Maryland Department of Human Services Secures USDA Approval for Disaster Food Distribution During COVID-19 Pandemic</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://news.dhs.maryland.gov">DHS News</a>.</p>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-5747" src="/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/dhs-logo-black-square.png" alt="DHS Logo" width="200" height="200" srcset="https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/dhs-logo-black-square.png 200w, https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/dhs-logo-black-square-150x150.png 150w, https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/dhs-logo-black-square-80x80.png 80w, https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/dhs-logo-black-square-144x144.png 144w" sizes="(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px" /></p><p>April 23, 2020</p><p><strong>Media Contact</strong>: Katherine Morris<br /><a href="mailto:katherine.morris@maryland.gov">katherine.morris@maryland.gov</a></p><h3 style="text-align: center;"><strong>Maryland Department of Human Services Secures USDA Approval for Disaster Food Distribution During COVID-19 Pandemic</strong></h3><p style="text-align: center;"><em>1,000,000 lbs. of Food Being Distributed to Areas Hardest Hit by COVID-19</em></p><p><strong>BALTIMORE, MD</strong> — The Maryland Department of Human Services has taken additional action to support Marylanders, announcing today that its request to use USDA foods to operate a Disaster Household Distribution Program during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic was approved. The program is run through The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) and works to feed hungry families more efficiently and safely in times of crisis like the COVID-19 outbreak.</p><p>In partnership with the Maryland Food Bank and Capital Area Food Bank, the Maryland Department of Human Services is distributing 1,000,000 lbs. of food throughout its existing network of food banks, food pantries, and food programs, so as to reach those communities hit hardest by COVID-19.</p><p>“Like the rest of the nation, Maryland has seen an unprecedented surge in unemployment insurance claims following the outbreak of the COVID-19 virus,” said Maryland Department of Human Services Secretary, Lourdes R. Padilla. “Now more than ever, people across Maryland need food assistance, and the ongoing leadership from Governor Hogan and his administration and the continued support from the U.S. Department of Agriculture has proved critical to our Department’s efforts to serve vulnerable Marylanders during this especially difficult time.”</p><p>Jurisdictions receiving the assistance include, but are not limited to, those areas where there were 2,000 or more unemployment insurance claims in the month of March. Eligible jurisdictions may be added as the Department receives additional claims data from the Maryland Department of Labor. Eighteen of Maryland’s twenty-four jurisdictions, including Allegany, Anne Arundel, Baltimore, Calvert, Carroll, Cecil, Charles, Frederick, Harford, Howard, Montgomery, Prince George’s, Queen Anne’s, St. Mary’s, Washington, Wicomico, and Worcester counties, as well as Baltimore City, are currently eligible for the disaster household distribution emergency assistance.</p><p>Disaster food packages are prepared for a household of 1-2 members and include staples such as frozen meat, canned goods, dried and canned beans, rice, cereal, juice, shelf stable milk, fresh fruit, boxed pasta, and canned tomato sauce. For larger households, the Department of Human Services has approval to provide additional food packages based on household size. For example, a household of four could receive two disaster household distribution food packages.</p><p>This additional action taken by the Department is just the latest in a number of efforts it has made to secure every resource available to support Maryland residents during this unprecedented public health emergency. On April 17, the Department of Human Services submitted a request to the USDA Food and Nutrition Service to expedite the capability for Maryland food retailers to accept online purchases made using SNAP benefits. The accelerated timeline will provide SNAP households in Maryland with the opportunity to purchase meals online from approved USDA retailers at no additional cost. On April 3, the Department announced it would provide over $66 million in additional SNAP benefits to more than 319,000 Maryland households in response to COVID-19. Additionally, on March 27, the Department announced it had waived work requirements across all eligibility programs, extended the redetermination requirements for Marylanders receiving cash benefits for an additional six months, and secured approval from the USDA to extend certification periods and adjust reporting requirements for six months for Maryland’s SNAP benefit recipients.</p><p><em>The Maryland Department of Human Services (DHS) is the state’s primary social service provider, annually reaching more than one million people. Through its 24 local departments of social services, the agency pursues opportunities to assist people in economic need, provide preventive services, and protect vulnerable children and adults in each of Maryland’s 23 counties and Baltimore City. Additional information may be found at <a href="http://dhs.maryland.gov"><strong>dhs.maryland.gov</strong></a>.</em></p><p style="text-align: center;">###</p><p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/reports/that/maryland-department-human-services-secures-usda-approval-disaster-food-distribution-covid-19-pandemic/">Maryland Department of Human Services Secures USDA Approval for Disaster Food Distribution During COVID-19 Pandemic</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://news.dhs.maryland.gov">DHS News</a>.</p>]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title>Maryland Department of Human Services to Provide Over $66 Million in Additional SNAP Benefits to More Than 319,000 Maryland Households in Response to COVID-19</title> <link>https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/reports/that/maryland-department-human-services-provide-66-million-additional-snap-benefits-319000-maryland-households-response-covid-19/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Garrett Pegg]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2020 16:33:32 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Allegany County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Anne Arundel County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Baltimore City]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Baltimore County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Calvert County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Caroline County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Carroll County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Cecil County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Charles County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[DHS News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Dorchester County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Frederick County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Garrett County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Harford County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Howard County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[In this County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Kent County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Montgomery County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Prince George's County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Queen Anne's County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Secretary's Office]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Somerset County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[St. Mary's County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Talbot County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Washington County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Wicomico County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Worcester County]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://news.dhs.mymdthink.maryland.gov/?p=6554</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>April 3, 2020 Media Contact: Katherine Morris katherine.morris@maryland.gov Maryland Department of Human Services to Provide Over $66 Million in Additional SNAP Benefits to More Than 319,000 Maryland Households in Response... <span class="meta-more"><a href="https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/reports/that/maryland-department-human-services-provide-66-million-additional-snap-benefits-319000-maryland-households-response-covid-19/">Read more »</a></span></p><p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/reports/that/maryland-department-human-services-provide-66-million-additional-snap-benefits-319000-maryland-households-response-covid-19/">Maryland Department of Human Services to Provide Over $66 Million in Additional SNAP Benefits to More Than 319,000 Maryland Households in Response to COVID-19</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://news.dhs.maryland.gov">DHS News</a>.</p>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-5747" src="/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/dhs-logo-black-square.png" alt="" width="200" height="200" srcset="https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/dhs-logo-black-square.png 200w, https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/dhs-logo-black-square-150x150.png 150w, https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/dhs-logo-black-square-80x80.png 80w, https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/dhs-logo-black-square-144x144.png 144w" sizes="(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px" /></p><p>April 3, 2020</p><p><strong>Media Contact</strong>: Katherine Morris<br /><a href="mailto:katherine.morris@maryland.gov">katherine.morris@maryland.gov</a></p><h3 style="text-align: center;"><strong>Maryland Department of Human Services to Provide Over $66 Million in Additional SNAP Benefits to More Than 319,000 Maryland Households in Response to COVID-19</strong></h3><p style="text-align: center;"><em>Department secures approval from the USDA to issue SNAP emergency allotments in April and May to households across the State</em></p><p><strong>BALTIMORE, MD</strong> — In its latest effort to support vulnerable Marylanders during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Maryland Department of Human Services announced today that its proposal to the USDA to provide a SNAP Emergency Allotment, benefiting more than 319,000 SNAP households across the state, was approved. As a result, Maryland will receive more than $33 million per month in additional SNAP benefits for the months of April and May.</p><p>“Under Governor Hogan’s leadership, we are being innovative and exhausting all measures to ensure we are securing every resource available to support Marylanders during this unprecedented public health emergency,” said Secretary Padilla. “I am grateful to the Food Nutrition Service (FNS) of the USDA for their responsiveness and approval of our proposal, as we continue to pursue opportunities that empower residents to support themselves and their families across Maryland.</p><p>The SNAP Emergency Allotment is effective immediately, and SNAP households in Maryland should expect to see the additional benefits for the months of April and May, thus increasing their current monthly allotment up to the maximum monthly allotment for a household of that size. Those SNAP households already receiving the maximum monthly allotment for their household size are not eligible. The supplemental benefits will be issued to qualifying SNAP recipients’ EBT cards.</p><p>The Food Nutrition Service (FNS), an agency of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), issued the emergency allotment based on a public health emergency declaration by the Secretary of Health and Human Services under section 319 of the Public Health Service Act related to an outbreak of COVID-19 when a state has also issued an emergency or disaster declaration.</p><p>The request for an emergency SNAP allotment, is just the latest in a series of proactive measures the Department of Human Services has taken to help residents across the state during this crisis. On March 27, the Department announced that it waived work requirements across all eligibility programs, extended the redetermination requirements for Marylanders receiving cash benefits for an additional six months (such as Temporary Cash Assistance and Temporary Disability Assistance), and secured approval from the USDA to extend certification periods and adjust reporting requirements for six months for Maryland's SNAP benefit recipients.</p><p><em>The Maryland Department of Human Services (DHS) is the state’s primary social service provider, annually reaching more than one million people. Through its 24 local departments of social services, the agency pursues opportunities to assist people in economic need, provide preventive services, and protect vulnerable children and adults in each of Maryland’s 23 counties and Baltimore City. Additional information may be found at <a href="http://dhs.maryland.gov"><strong>dhs.maryland.gov</strong></a>.</em></p><p style="text-align: center;">###</p><p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/reports/that/maryland-department-human-services-provide-66-million-additional-snap-benefits-319000-maryland-households-response-covid-19/">Maryland Department of Human Services to Provide Over $66 Million in Additional SNAP Benefits to More Than 319,000 Maryland Households in Response to COVID-19</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://news.dhs.maryland.gov">DHS News</a>.</p>]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title>Department of Human Services Ensures Access to Food and Cash Benefits Does Not Stop for Vulnerable Marylanders During COVID-19 Pandemic</title> <link>https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/reports/that/department-human-services-ensures-access-food-cash-benefits-not-stop-vulnerable-marylanders-covid-19-pandemic/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Garrett Pegg]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2020 16:29:22 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Allegany County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Anne Arundel County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Baltimore City]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Baltimore County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Calvert County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Caroline County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Carroll County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Cecil County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Charles County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[DHS News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Dorchester County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Frederick County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Garrett County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Harford County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Howard County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[In this County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Kent County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Montgomery County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Prince George's County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Queen Anne's County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Secretary's Office]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Somerset County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[St. Mary's County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Talbot County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Washington County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Wicomico County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Worcester County]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://news.dhs.mymdthink.maryland.gov/?p=6548</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>March 27, 2020 Contact: Katherine Morris katherine.morris@maryland.gov Department of Human Services Ensures Access to Food and Cash Benefits Does Not Stop for Vulnerable Marylanders During COVID-19 Pandemic State agency issued... <span class="meta-more"><a href="https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/reports/that/department-human-services-ensures-access-food-cash-benefits-not-stop-vulnerable-marylanders-covid-19-pandemic/">Read more »</a></span></p><p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/reports/that/department-human-services-ensures-access-food-cash-benefits-not-stop-vulnerable-marylanders-covid-19-pandemic/">Department of Human Services Ensures Access to Food and Cash Benefits Does Not Stop for Vulnerable Marylanders During COVID-19 Pandemic</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://news.dhs.maryland.gov">DHS News</a>.</p>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-5747" src="/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/dhs-logo-black-square.png" alt="" width="200" height="200" srcset="https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/dhs-logo-black-square.png 200w, https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/dhs-logo-black-square-150x150.png 150w, https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/dhs-logo-black-square-80x80.png 80w, https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/dhs-logo-black-square-144x144.png 144w" sizes="(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px" /></p><p>March 27, 2020</p><p><strong>Contact</strong>: Katherine Morris<br /><a href="mailto:katherine.morris@maryland.gov">katherine.morris@maryland.gov</a></p><h3 style="text-align: center;"><strong>Department of Human Services Ensures Access to Food and Cash Benefits Does Not Stop for Vulnerable Marylanders During COVID-19 Pandemic</strong></h3><p style="text-align: center;"><em>State agency issued a waiver for residents receiving cash benefits, waived work requirements, and secured a 6-month USDA waiver on SNAP benefit requirements</em></p><p><strong>BALTIMORE, MD</strong> — To further support Marylanders during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Maryland Department of Human Services (DHS) has taken a number of steps to expedite services for their customers to lessen the burden of this unprecedented public health emergency. </p><p>Most recently, the Department's request to extend certification periods and adjust reporting requirements for Maryland's SNAP benefit recipients was successfully granted approval by the Food and Nutrition Service (FNS), an agency of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). </p><p>The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) helps low-income households buy the food they need for good health. To receive these benefits, individuals must meet certain federal requirements, including resource and income limits.</p><p>“Like the rest of the world, Marylanders are feeling the effects of this pandemic,” said Department of Human Services Secretary, Lourdes R. Padilla. “However, for Marylanders in need of food, these times can be acutely stressful as they try to navigate these unchartered waters. The actions taken by Governor Larry Hogan and our agency provide timely reassurance to our most vulnerable citizens that their needs will continue to be met.” </p><p>Having successfully obtained the waiver, the state agency extended certification periods for SNAP households that were scheduled to expire in March, April, and May, for six months, until September, October and November 2020 respectively. This adjustment includes households with earned income that, by regulation, cannot normally be certified for more than a six-month period.</p><p>In line with the SNAP waiver, the Department of Human Services also extended the redetermination requirements for those Marylanders receiving cash benefits, such as Temporary Cash Assistance (TCA) and Temporary Disability Assistance (TDAP), for an additional six months.</p><p>Additionally, the Department waived work requirements across all eligibility programs, including TCA and SNAP, and is using emergency assistance to address the needs of residents who may be ineligible for the aforementioned assistance programs. </p><p>“Our agency is aggressively taking every action within our control to ensure this health crisis does not become a food security crisis,” said Netsanet Kibret, Executive Director of the Family Investment Administration for DHS. “We are aware of the trust that Maryland's most vulnerable put in us, and DHS will be with them every step of the way." </p><p>Marylanders can get information, apply for DHS programs and services, and check the status of applications online at <a href="https://mydhrbenefits.dhr.state.md.us/dashboardClient/#/home">mydhrbenefits.dhr.state.md.us/dashboardClient/#/home</a>, and by calling the DHS Call Center at 1-800-332-6347 (TTY 1-800-735-2258), available from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday-Friday. A paper application may also be mailed or faxed to the resident's <a href="http://dhs.maryland.gov/local-offices/">local Department of Social Services Office</a>.</p><p><em>The Maryland Department of Human Services (DHS) is the state’s primary social service provider, annually reaching more than one million people. Through its 24 local departments of social services, the agency pursues opportunities to assist people in economic need, provide preventive services, and protect vulnerable children and adults in each of Maryland’s 23 counties and Baltimore City. Additional information may be found at <a href="http://dhs.maryland.gov"><strong>dhs.maryland.gov</strong></a>.</em></p><p style="text-align: center;">###</p><p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/reports/that/department-human-services-ensures-access-food-cash-benefits-not-stop-vulnerable-marylanders-covid-19-pandemic/">Department of Human Services Ensures Access to Food and Cash Benefits Does Not Stop for Vulnerable Marylanders During COVID-19 Pandemic</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://news.dhs.maryland.gov">DHS News</a>.</p>]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title>Maryland Department of Human Services Continues to Provide All Programs and Services to Marylanders While Closing Buildings to the Public in Response to the COVID-19 Pandemic</title> <link>https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/reports/that/maryland-department-human-services-continues-provide-programs-services-marylanders-closing-buildings-public-response-covid-19-pandemic/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[mdiallo]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2020 17:55:55 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Allegany County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Anne Arundel County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Baltimore City]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Baltimore County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Calvert County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Caroline County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Carroll County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Cecil County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Charles County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[DHS News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Dorchester County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Frederick County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Garrett County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Harford County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Howard County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[In this County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Kent County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Montgomery County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Prince George's County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Queen Anne's County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Secretary's Office]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Somerset County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[St. Mary's County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Talbot County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Washington County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Wicomico County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Worcester County]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://news.dhs.mymdthink.maryland.gov/?p=6534</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>March 18, 2020 Contact: Katherine Morris katherine.morris@maryland.gov Maryland Department of Human Services Continues to Provide All Programs and Services to Marylanders While Closing Buildings to the Public in Response to... <span class="meta-more"><a href="https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/reports/that/maryland-department-human-services-continues-provide-programs-services-marylanders-closing-buildings-public-response-covid-19-pandemic/">Read more »</a></span></p><p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/reports/that/maryland-department-human-services-continues-provide-programs-services-marylanders-closing-buildings-public-response-covid-19-pandemic/">Maryland Department of Human Services Continues to Provide All Programs and Services to Marylanders While Closing Buildings to the Public in Response to the COVID-19 Pandemic</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://news.dhs.maryland.gov">DHS News</a>.</p>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-5747" src="/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/dhs-logo-black-square.png" alt="" width="200" height="200" srcset="https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/dhs-logo-black-square.png 200w, https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/dhs-logo-black-square-150x150.png 150w, https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/dhs-logo-black-square-80x80.png 80w, https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/dhs-logo-black-square-144x144.png 144w" sizes="(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px" /></p><p>March 18, 2020</p><p><strong>Contact</strong>: Katherine Morris<br /><a href="mailto:katherine.morris@maryland.gov">katherine.morris@maryland.gov</a></p><h3 style="text-align: center;"><strong>Maryland Department of Human Services Continues to Provide All Programs and Services to Marylanders While Closing Buildings to the Public in Response to the COVID-19 Pandemic</strong></h3><p style="text-align: center;"><em>Residents Can Continue to Access Services Online and via the Call Center. Decision Supports Governor Larry Hogan’s Executive Orders and Reinforces CDC Guidelines to Slow the Spread of Coronavirus</em></p><p><strong>BALTIMORE, MD</strong> — To further support Governor Larry Hogan’s unprecedented actions to slow the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic, Maryland Department of Human Services Secretary, Lourdes R. Padilla, announced that all buildings at each of the 24 local Departments of Social Services (DSS) would be closed to the public, effective at noon today, March 18, 2020. </p><p>“Across Maryland, our Department’s leadership team and staff are prepared for, and have put into place, measures to ensure the continuity of services during this period of buildings being closed to the public,” said Secretary Padilla. “We are also committed to protecting the public and our staff as we do our part to help slow the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19).” </p><p>The Department of Human Services (DHS), through its 24 local Departments of Social Services, assists people in economic need, provides preventive services, and protects vulnerable children and adults in each of Maryland’s 23 counties and Baltimore City.</p><p>Marylanders can get information, apply for DHS programs and services, and check the status of applications online at <a href="https://mydhrbenefits.dhr.state.md.us/dashboardClient/#/home"><strong>mydhrbenefits.dhr.state.md.us/dashboardClient/#/home</strong></a>. Services include emergency food assistance, cash assistance, SNAP food benefits, child support services, and home energy assistance, among others.</p><p>Residents may also call the DHS Call Center at 1-800-332-6347 (TTY 1-800-735-2258), available from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday-Friday. Medical Assistance and health insurance applications may be submitted at <a href="http://www.marylandhealthconnection.gov"><strong>www.marylandhealthconnection.gov</strong></a>. </p><p>Additionally, Baltimore City Department of Social Services (BCDSS) buildings closed to the public on March 16, in accordance with Mayor Young’s closure of all city government buildings. Montgomery County Department of Social Services buildings, governed by County Executive Marc Elrich, are currently open to the public, but residents are encouraged to use online services to support social distancing.</p><p>The list of ongoing state actions is available at <a href="http://governor.maryland.gov/coronavirus"><strong>governor.maryland.gov/coronavirus</strong></a>. For health resources regarding COVID-19, including case counts and clinician guidance, Marylanders should visit <a href="http://health.maryland.gov/coronavirus"><strong>health.maryland.gov/coronavirus</strong></a>.</p><p><em>The Maryland Department of Human Services (DHS) is the state’s primary social service provider, annually reaching more than one million people. Through its 24 local departments of social services, the agency pursues opportunities to assist people in economic need, provide preventive services, and protect vulnerable children and adults in each of Maryland’s 23 counties and Baltimore City. Additional information may be found at <a href="http://dhs.maryland.gov"><strong>dhs.maryland.gov</strong></a>.</em></p><p style="text-align: center;">###</p><p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/reports/that/maryland-department-human-services-continues-provide-programs-services-marylanders-closing-buildings-public-response-covid-19-pandemic/">Maryland Department of Human Services Continues to Provide All Programs and Services to Marylanders While Closing Buildings to the Public in Response to the COVID-19 Pandemic</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://news.dhs.maryland.gov">DHS News</a>.</p>]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title>Talbot DSS Hosts Conversation about Adverse Childhood Experiences and Building Resiliency</title> <link>https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/reports/that/talbot-dss-hosts-conversation-adverse-childhood-experiences-building-resiliency-newsletter/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Benjamin Orimoloye]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Mon, 05 Nov 2018 18:32:40 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[DHS News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Talbot County]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://news.dhs.mymdthink.maryland.gov/?p=6233</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>On September 13 from 6 to 8 p.m, Talbot County Department of Social Services sponsored an event, “Creating a Conversation about Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and Building Resiliency,”</p><p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/reports/that/talbot-dss-hosts-conversation-adverse-childhood-experiences-building-resiliency-newsletter/">Talbot DSS Hosts Conversation about Adverse Childhood Experiences and Building Resiliency</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://news.dhs.maryland.gov">DHS News</a>.</p>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><iframe style="width: 100%; height: 500px;" src="http://docs.google.com/gview?url=https://news.dhs.mymdthink.maryland.gov/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/Highlights_FALL_2018_DRAFT_-1.pdf&embedded=true" frameborder="0"></iframe><a href="https://news.dhs.mymdthink.maryland.gov/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/Highlights_FALL_2018_DRAFT_-1.pdf">Highlights_FALL_2018_DRAFT_ (1)</a></p><p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/reports/that/talbot-dss-hosts-conversation-adverse-childhood-experiences-building-resiliency-newsletter/">Talbot DSS Hosts Conversation about Adverse Childhood Experiences and Building Resiliency</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://news.dhs.maryland.gov">DHS News</a>.</p>]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title>Talbot County DSS Back Pack Giveaway</title> <link>https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/reports/that/talbot-county-dss-back-pack-giveaway/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[mdiallo]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Tue, 04 Sep 2018 19:15:18 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[DHS News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[In this County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Talbot County]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://news.dhs.mymdthink.maryland.gov/?p=6160</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (EASTON, MD – SEPTEMBER 4, 2018) Contact: Susan Merriken (410) 770-4848 Talbot Community Connection Helps Provide School Packs to Area Children at 11th Annual Event Talbot Community... <span class="meta-more"><a href="https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/reports/that/talbot-county-dss-back-pack-giveaway/">Read more »</a></span></p><p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/reports/that/talbot-county-dss-back-pack-giveaway/">Talbot County DSS Back Pack Giveaway</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://news.dhs.maryland.gov">DHS News</a>.</p>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-5747" src="https://news.dhs.mymdthink.maryland.gov/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/dhs-logo-black-square.png" alt="" width="200" height="200" srcset="https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/dhs-logo-black-square.png 200w, https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/dhs-logo-black-square-150x150.png 150w, https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/dhs-logo-black-square-80x80.png 80w, https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/dhs-logo-black-square-144x144.png 144w" sizes="(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px" /></p><p><strong>FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (EASTON, MD – SEPTEMBER 4, 2018)</strong><br /><strong>Contact: Susan Merriken (410) 770-4848</strong></p><p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Talbot Community Connection Helps Provide School Packs to Area Children at 11<sup>th</sup> Annual Event</strong></p><p>Talbot Community Connections, a non-profit organization of volunteers that was founded to raise monies to meet the kinds of needs that can overwhelm and cause long-term disruption to families, recently supported the Talbot County Department of Social Services (TCDSS) in providing over 269 cinch sacks with school supplies at the agency’s 11<sup>th</sup> annual event. The cinch sacks were filled with school supplies to area school-aged children in grades Pre-K through high school, as well as children ages 0 to three years of age. Vendors at this year’s event included Talbot County Hunger Coalition, Mid-Shore Pro-Bono, Agape Ministries, Priority Partners, Talbot County Health Department, Healthy Talbot, MD Coalition of Families, WIC-Mid Shore, Channel Marker, MD Legal Aid, Chesapeake Multicultural Resource Center, Talbot County Free Library and the Talbot County Sheriff’s Department. In addition, Bay Area Church of Easton and First Baptist Church of Easton were on hand to give out free ice pops. The ACME donated 15 cases of water again this year to event participants.</p><p>Talbot Community Connections provides supplemental funds to the TCDSS to expand the agency’s ability to solve problems. Every year, TCDSS finds citizen need is greater than available governmental funding. The organization also supports the Talbot County Children’s Advocacy Center (TCCAC), a collaborative effort of several Talbot County agencies to provide services to Talbot County children and families victimized by sexual abuse.</p><p>For further information about how you can support Talbot Community Connections, contact Amy Steward at 410-829-0436 or visit <a href="http://www.talbotcommunityconnections.org">www.talbotcommunityconnections.org</a>.</p><p><img loading="lazy" class="alignnone wp-image-6161" src="https://news.dhs.mymdthink.maryland.gov/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/Talbot-County-DSS-Back-Pack-2018-685x1024.jpg" alt="" width="100%" height="auto" /></p><p><strong>Caption: Pictured is an Easton family participating in the Talbot County Department of Social Services 11th annual Back Pack Giveaway. The agency gave away 269 cinch sacks with school supplies the night of the event. Pictured back row left to right are Nelson Taboro, Yadira Sanchez; and James Carter, Facilitator for the Department of Social Services. Pictured front row, left to right are Ruth Taboro, Nelson Espinoza, and Britney Taboro.</strong> <strong>Talbot Community Connections, a non-profit organization of volunteers that was founded to raise monies to meet the kinds of needs that can overwhelm and cause long-term disruption to families, recently supported the Talbot County Department of Social Services event by providing the cinch sacks.</strong></p><p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/reports/that/talbot-county-dss-back-pack-giveaway/">Talbot County DSS Back Pack Giveaway</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://news.dhs.maryland.gov">DHS News</a>.</p>]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title>Talbot DSS Hosts Conversation about Adverse Childhood Experiences and Building Resiliency</title> <link>https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/reports/that/talbot-dss-hosts-conversation-adverse-childhood-experiences-building-resiliency/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[mdiallo]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Fri, 10 Aug 2018 20:42:30 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[DHS News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[In this County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Talbot County]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://news.dhs.mymdthink.maryland.gov/?p=6145</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (EASTON – AUGUST 10, 2018) CONTACT: Linda Webb, Director, Talbot County Department of Social Services (410-770-4848) Shari Blades, Assistant Director, Talbot County Department of Social Services (410-770-5652)... <span class="meta-more"><a href="https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/reports/that/talbot-dss-hosts-conversation-adverse-childhood-experiences-building-resiliency/">Read more »</a></span></p><p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/reports/that/talbot-dss-hosts-conversation-adverse-childhood-experiences-building-resiliency/">Talbot DSS Hosts Conversation about Adverse Childhood Experiences and Building Resiliency</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://news.dhs.maryland.gov">DHS News</a>.</p>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-5747" src="https://news.dhs.mymdthink.maryland.gov/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/dhs-logo-black-square.png" alt="" width="200" height="200" srcset="https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/dhs-logo-black-square.png 200w, https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/dhs-logo-black-square-150x150.png 150w, https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/dhs-logo-black-square-80x80.png 80w, https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/dhs-logo-black-square-144x144.png 144w" sizes="(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px" /></p><p>FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (EASTON – AUGUST 10, 2018)</p><p>CONTACT: Linda Webb, Director, Talbot County Department of Social Services (410-770-4848)</p><p>Shari Blades, Assistant Director, Talbot County Department of Social Services (410-770-5652)</p><p> </p><p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Talbot DSS Hosts Conversation about Adverse Childhood Experiences and Building Resiliency</strong></p><p>Tonier “Neen” Cain lived for 20 years on the streets filled with hunger, brutality and substance abuse. Incarcerated and pregnant in 2004, someone finally took the time to ask: “what happened to you?” instead of “what’s wrong with you?”</p><p>On September 13 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Easton High School Auditorium, Talbot County Department of Social Services is sponsoring an event, “Creating a Conversation about Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and Building Resiliency,” featuring speaker, Tonier “Neen” Cain-Muldrow, a trauma survivor and internationally-recognized Trauma Informed Care Expert. The event, which will be held in collaboration with the Talbot County Health Department, Talbot County Public Schools, and Talbot Goes Purple, will educate the public about the impact of trauma on the brain and building resilience. The evening will include the airing of the award-winning film, “Healing Neen,” which describes the devastating impact of childhood abuse and Ms. Cain-Muldrow’s emergence from drug addiction, incarceration and homelessness. The evening will also feature remarks from Cain-Muldrow and an ACE master trainer who will discuss the impact of Adverse Childhood Experiences on the brain and the factors that build resilience.</p><p>Tonier Cain-Muldrow’s work has focused on heightening awareness of the characteristics and effects of trauma and improving the performance of service providers, businesses, government agencies and others who interact with trauma victims and survivors.</p><p>According to Linda Webb, director of Talbot County Department of Social Services, “We think this program will speak to every age group in every socio-economic level in our community. This topic should resonate not only with human service providers, but with those in business, as well, as we explore the connection between investing in early childhood and lifelong outcomes that impact the health of Talbot County’s workforce. We hope this film, ‘Healing Neen,’ will be the first in a series of community education events that will begin a conversation about how untreated trauma affects individuals and society at-large, including mental health problems, addiction, homelessness and incarceration, as well as how we can mitigate Adverse Childhood Experiences so children can grow into healthy, resilient and productive members of our community. The event is free to the public. The first 200 participants will also receive a copy of the book, “Healing Neen.” For further information, call 410-770-5750.</p><p><img loading="lazy" class="alignnone wp-image-6146" src="https://news.dhs.mymdthink.maryland.gov/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/Tonier-Cains-Headshot-3-1024x683.jpg" alt="" width="600" height="400" srcset="https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/Tonier-Cains-Headshot-3-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/Tonier-Cains-Headshot-3-300x200.jpg 300w, https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/Tonier-Cains-Headshot-3-768x512.jpg 768w, https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/Tonier-Cains-Headshot-3.jpg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px" /></p><p><strong>Tonier Cain-Muldrow, a trauma survivor and internationally-recognized Trauma Informed Care Expert, will speak at an event, “Creating a Conversation about Adverse Childhood Experiences and Building Resiliency,” on September 13 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Easton High School Auditorium.</strong></p><p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/reports/that/talbot-dss-hosts-conversation-adverse-childhood-experiences-building-resiliency/">Talbot DSS Hosts Conversation about Adverse Childhood Experiences and Building Resiliency</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://news.dhs.maryland.gov">DHS News</a>.</p>]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title>Getting Ahead Program Making a Difference in Talbot County</title> <link>https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/reports/that/getting-ahead-program-making-difference-talbot-county/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[mdiallo]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Fri, 10 Aug 2018 20:29:47 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[DHS News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[In this County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Talbot County]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://news.dhs.mymdthink.maryland.gov/?p=6136</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (EASTON, MD – AUGUST 10, 2018 CONTACT: Paris Quillet, Special Projects Coordinator, TCDSS, at 410-770-5870   Getting Ahead Program Making a Difference in Talbot County “Getting... <span class="meta-more"><a href="https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/reports/that/getting-ahead-program-making-difference-talbot-county/">Read more »</a></span></p><p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/reports/that/getting-ahead-program-making-difference-talbot-county/">Getting Ahead Program Making a Difference in Talbot County</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://news.dhs.maryland.gov">DHS News</a>.</p>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-6137" src="https://news.dhs.mymdthink.maryland.gov/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/talbot_fn.png" alt="" width="261" height="262" srcset="https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/talbot_fn.png 261w, https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/talbot_fn-150x150.png 150w, https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/talbot_fn-80x80.png 80w, https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/talbot_fn-200x200.png 200w, https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/talbot_fn-144x144.png 144w" sizes="(max-width: 261px) 100vw, 261px" /></p><p> </p><p><strong>FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (EASTON, MD – AUGUST 10, 2018</strong></p><p><strong>CONTACT: Paris Quillet, Special Projects Coordinator, TCDSS, at 410-770-5870</strong></p><p> </p><p style="text-align: left;">Getting Ahead Program Making a Difference in Talbot County</p><p>“Getting Ahead in a Just-Gettin’- By World,” a collaborative program of the Talbot County Department of Social Services (TCDSS) and Talbot Family Network (TFN), enters its second year with new community sessions starting September 4 and running through November 27, 2018. This program allows participants to explore the impact that poverty and low wages have and what it takes to move from just getting by, to getting ahead and realizing the future that they really want.</p><p>According to Cawaina Friend, <em>Getting Ahead in a Just-Gettin’-By World</em> Facilitator, “The program is not just for people in poverty, but for people who have been impacted by life’s trials. The program helps participants network with community resources and develop relationships with one another to gain financial stability and to advance their careers.”</p><p>Individuals can sign up on their own or be referred by one of the programs community partners, like Chesapeake Multicultural Resource Center, Talbot Interfaith Shelter, Mid-Shore Fresh Start Program, Inc., the Talbot County Department of Social Services, or the Talbot County Detention Center.</p><p>A 34-year old female who was referred to the program from Talbot Interfaith Shelter (TIS) comments, “After spending eight months at TIS and then being in their transitional apartments for three years, I decided to participate in the program. It has helped me a lot and given me confidence. I learned interviewing skills which have helped me progress to the next step in the interviewing process for a job. I am also looking forward to attending Chesapeake College.” She adds, “The money management information was also very impactful to me.”</p><p>Participants take part in a 13-week workshop, meeting two hours a week in small groups where they have problem-solving discussions and investigations. Weekly stipends, childcare, dinner and transportation assistance are offered to participants in the program.</p><p>For a 35-year old man who was referred through the Fresh Start Program, the program has helped him step outside of his comfort zone and to think outside of the box. He states, “I came from an urban environment and the culture is different on the Eastern Shore. I have learned how to network and develop relationships with people here. It has helped me grow.”</p><p>Now with a job and a vehicle and 17 months in recovery, he states, “As a recovering addict, I have learned I need other people and resources to help me in the recovery process. When I let go of things, new doors opened.”</p><p>Friend adds, “The program has helped people facing homelessness, illness, and even literacy issues. By the end of the program, the group is close-knit and are helping one another. It’s about gaining the knowledge and resources to get ahead.”</p><p>The “Getting Ahead in a Just-Gettin’- By World” program meets at the Easton Family YMCA in Easton on Tuesdays from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. beginning on September 4. Persons interested in participating in this program or individuals or organizations wishing to refer individuals to the program should contact Paris Quillet, Special Projects Coordinator, TCDSS, at 410-770-5870 or email <a href="mailto:paris.quillet@maryland.gov">paris.quillet@maryland.gov</a>.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/reports/that/getting-ahead-program-making-difference-talbot-county/">Getting Ahead Program Making a Difference in Talbot County</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://news.dhs.maryland.gov">DHS News</a>.</p>]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title>Talbot County Dept. of Social Services Partners with Community Agencies to Support Senior Supply Drive</title> <link>https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/reports/that/talbot-county-dept-social-services-partners-community-agencies-support-senior-supply-drive/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[mdiallo]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Fri, 02 Mar 2018 16:02:59 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[DHS News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[In this County]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Talbot County]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://news.dhs.mymdthink.maryland.gov/?p=6052</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>For immediate release: March 2, 2018 Contact: Paula Tolson paula.tolson@maryland.gov (410) 767-8947 Talbot County Dept. of Social Services Partners with Community Agencies to Support Senior Supply Drive Easton, Md.—The Talbot... <span class="meta-more"><a href="https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/reports/that/talbot-county-dept-social-services-partners-community-agencies-support-senior-supply-drive/">Read more »</a></span></p><p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/reports/that/talbot-county-dept-social-services-partners-community-agencies-support-senior-supply-drive/">Talbot County Dept. of Social Services Partners with Community Agencies to Support Senior Supply Drive</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://news.dhs.maryland.gov">DHS News</a>.</p>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-thumbnail wp-image-6034" src="https://news.dhs.mymdthink.maryland.gov/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/DHS2-150x150.png" alt="" width="150" height="150" srcset="https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/DHS2-150x150.png 150w, https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/DHS2-80x80.png 80w, https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/DHS2-200x200.png 200w, https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/DHS2-144x144.png 144w" sizes="(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px" /></p><p><strong>For immediate release:</strong><br />March 2, 2018</p><p><strong>Contact: </strong><br />Paula Tolson<br /><a href="mailto:paula.tolson@maryland.gov">paula.tolson@maryland.gov</a><br />(410) 767-8947</p><p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Talbot County Dept. of Social Services Partners with Community Agencies to Support Senior Supply Drive</strong></p><p><strong>Easton, Md.</strong>—The Talbot County Department of Social Services (DSS) is pleased to announce its partnership with the Talbot County Commission on Aging (TCCOA), the Talbot Health Department and Maryland Access Point in hosting a drive to collect supplies for vulnerable seniors in Talbot County.</p><p>The TCCOA has designated six drop-off locations within the county where items can be donated.The drive partnership is specifically in need of gloves, incontinence briefs/underwear, incontinence pads, disposable wipes and disposable underpads. Volunteers will visit the drop-off locations and collect the donated items which will then be delivered to a large storage facility generously provided by the county, followed by distribution thereafter throughout Talbot County by the Department of Social Services, the Health Department, and Maryland Access Point.</p><p>If senior participants already have or subsequently receive donated supplies that they are unable to use, they are encouraged to pass those supplies along to those in need in Talbot County, or to contact Kate Stinton at the Health Department at 410-819-5631 or <a href="mailto:kate.stinton@maryland.gov">kate.stinton@maryland.gov</a>; Stinton is serving as the donation liaison.</p><p>Donations will be accepted from March 1 through April 30, and participation is greatly appreciated. The Talbot County Senior Care program currently supports an average of 135 Talbot County Seniors with some of these program services. About 15% of the direct service funds for the program are spent on incontinence supplies. Donated supplies offset this cost so limited funds can be used to assist more seniors, or to help them with other needs.</p><p>Drop-off locations: <em>Brookletts Place – Talbot Senior Center</em> (400 Brookletts Ave. Easton); <em>Home Instead Senior Care</em> (8626 Brooks Dr. Suite 202 Easton); <em>Mid-Atlantic Tire</em> (8105 Teal Dr. Suite A Easton); <em>Talbot County Health Department</em> (100 S. Hanson St. Easton); <em>Graul’s Market </em>(1212 S. Talbot St. Saint Michaels); <em>St. Michaels Family YMCA</em> (1013 S. Talbot St. Saint Michaels).</p><p style="text-align: center;">###</p><p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://news.dhs.mymdthink.maryland.gov/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/Senior-Supply-Drive-Poster.pdf"><strong>Senior Supply Drive Poster</strong></a></p><p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/reports/that/talbot-county-dept-social-services-partners-community-agencies-support-senior-supply-drive/">Talbot County Dept. of Social Services Partners with Community Agencies to Support Senior Supply Drive</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://news.dhs.maryland.gov">DHS News</a>.</p>]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title>Foster Parent Myths Debunked in Upcoming Info Session</title> <link>https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/reports/that/foster-parent-myths-debunked-upcoming-info-session/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[mdiallo]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Mon, 17 Jul 2017 19:26:50 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Adoption and Foster Care]]></category> <category><![CDATA[DHS News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Talbot County]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://news.dhs.mymdthink.maryland.gov/?p=5759</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 17, 2017 Contact: Paris Quillet paris.quillet@maryland.gov (410) 770-5870 Information Session to Debunk Myths about Foster Parenting Talbot County to host open house July 25 Easton, Md.—Talbot... <span class="meta-more"><a href="https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/reports/that/foster-parent-myths-debunked-upcoming-info-session/">Read more »</a></span></p><p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/reports/that/foster-parent-myths-debunked-upcoming-info-session/">Foster Parent Myths Debunked in Upcoming Info Session</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://news.dhs.maryland.gov">DHS News</a>.</p>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE</strong><br />July 17, 2017</p><p><strong>Contact:</strong> Paris Quillet<br />paris.quillet@maryland.gov<br />(410) 770-5870</p><p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Information Session to Debunk Myths about Foster Parenting</strong><br /><em>Talbot County to host open house July 25</em></p><p><strong>Easton, Md.</strong>—Talbot County does not have enough foster parent resource homes to accommodate the number of children in need of emergency placement due to unexpected family circumstances. Often, people think there are too many roadblocks to becoming a foster parent and don’t pursue the training and screening necessary to be licensed. Some of the myths surrounding becoming a foster parent are that you need to be married or be a two-parent family; you need to own your own home; you need to have a high income; and you need to have separate bedrooms in your home.</p><p>“Many of these myths keep people from coming to our information sessions to learn more about becoming a foster or adoptive parent,” said Paris Quillet, Special Projects Coordinator with the Talbot County Department of Social Services (TCDSS). “We have foster parents of all races and ethnicities, all religious beliefs, and all sexual orientations. They live in million-dollar homes and they live in subsidized housing.”</p><p>Glenda Dawson of Easton has been a foster parent for 12 years with the Talbot County Department of Social Services. After raising her own family of four children as a single parent, working two jobs to pay her rent, she discovered Habitat for Humanity and was able to finally purchase her own home. Dawson, who had more love to give, was then licensed as a foster mother to care for her two great nieces and one great nephew. Eventually, through a kinship adoption, she was able to adopt all three children. She continues to provide respite and foster care for the children of Talbot County.</p><p>“I did this for the love of family and the importance of keeping these children all together as a family,” recalls Dawson. “You just go step by step. If it’s something you really want to do, you go for it. I am proud of what I have accomplished with these children in providing them with a safe and stable home.”</p><p>According to Dawson, the support of her extended family and the Department of Social Services has enabled her to manage her second family while continuing to work. Family members help with respite care when she needs a break, and the Department helps provide what Dawson needs for the children when things come up. They are also a resource to her for advice and encouragement.</p><p>On July 25, 2017 from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m., TCDSS will be hosting an open house for anyone who is interested in becoming a foster or adoptive parent at its location at 301 Bay Street, Unit #5, Easton, MD 21601. For further information, call the Talbot County Department of Social Services at (410) 820-7371.</p><p><img loading="lazy" class="alignnone wp-image-5760 size-medium" src="//news.dhs.mymdthink.maryland.gov/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Shorebirds-2017-225x300.jpg" alt="" width="225" height="300" srcset="https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Shorebirds-2017-225x300.jpg 225w, https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Shorebirds-2017-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Shorebirds-2017.jpg 960w" sizes="(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px" /></p><p><em>Foster and adoptive parents Brandon and Susan Angell with their children, pictured with TCDSS staff at a foster parent appreciation event a Shorebirds game in Salisbury</em></p><p>###</p><p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://news.dhs.maryland.gov/reports/that/foster-parent-myths-debunked-upcoming-info-session/">Foster Parent Myths Debunked in Upcoming Info Session</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://news.dhs.maryland.gov">DHS News</a>.</p>]]></content:encoded> </item> </channel></rss> If you would like to create a banner that links to this page (i.e. this validation result), do the following:
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