Howard County Department of Community Resources and Services

The nine offices of the Department of Community Resources & Services (DCRS) address the needs of multiple generations, tailor services to different cultural values, and promote full inclusion for individuals with disabilities. Our mission is to ensure that Howard County residents have the resources they need to grow, thrive, and live with dignity. DCRS provides vital human services through its offices of ADA Coordination, Aging and Independence, Children and Families, Community Partnerships, Consumer Protection, Disability Services, Human Trafficking Prevention, Local Children’s Board, and Veterans and Military Families.