Cecil County Dept of Social Services

06/12/2026

If you have a feeling that a child or adult is being abused or neglected, please call your local Department of Social Services' abuse & neglect hotline in your area.

If you’re having trouble reaching a local Department of Social Services to report abuse or neglect, call immediately:

- 1-800-91PREVENT (1-800-917-7383)

Let’s keep our community safe.

06/12/2026

June is National Reunification Month.

Throughout the month, we will recognize the children, parents, foster families, kinship caregivers, caseworkers, and community partners who support safe family reunification.

Their strength, commitment, and collaboration help children maintain family connections and achieve lasting stability.

06/12/2026

June is Family Investment Administration (FIA) Appreciation Month at the Maryland Department of Human Services!

FIA helps connect Marylanders with resources and opportunities that support family stability, economic security, and long-term independence.

Throughout the month, we'll highlight the people and programs that make this work possible.

Happy FIA Appreciation Month!

06/12/2026

Now that school has come to an end, please see this flyer for free summer meals for school aged residents.

*Updated Form*

The CCPS Summer Food Service Program will begin on June 22. If you would like to participate in our meal distribution plan, please register through the QR code. If you have any questions regarding our summer feeding programs for children ages 0-18, email [email protected].

06/12/2026

Summer’s almost here! Wondering when your SUN Bucks will arrive?

1️⃣ WHEN: Benefits will be issued in June, July, and August.
2️⃣ HOW: For those with an EBT card, SUN Bucks will be added automatically at the end of each month.

New to SUN Bucks? Watch for a white "Maryland SUN Bucks" card in the mail. Call 1-800-997-2222 to activate your card when it arrives.

Questions? Visit: dhs.maryland.gov/sunbucks

Maryland State Department of Education Maryland Health Connection

06/11/2026

06/11/2026

It’s going to be very hot! Stay cool, drink plenty of water, and take breaks if you're outside.

06/10/2026

EBT cards are being upgraded.

Make sure your mailing address is up to date in the MD Benefits portal so you don’t miss important mail.

Update here: https://benefits.maryland.gov/.

06/08/2026

06/03/2026

PUBLIC NOTICE: MARYLAND SUMMER BURN BAN

Effective June 1 through August 31, Maryland’s annual Summer Burn Ban is in effect.

The burning of brush, leaves, yard debris, and agricultural debris (without approved exceptions) is prohibited during this period.

Residents with questions regarding the burn ban are encouraged to contact Cecil County Health Department before conducting any outdoor burning activities.

Thank you for helping keep our community safe.