Learn about performance objectives that are tied to the County's policy priorities.

Learn about the County's broader initiative to create an environment of expanded government openness and transparency.

Planning for long-term services includes knowing your options, planning wisely, and taking action before a crisis happens. Begin by scheduling a planning session with an Options Counselor at your local Howard County MAP office 410-313-1234.

Consultations, Assessments and Interventions to help residents remain living at home in the community.

A Conference for Human Service Professionals, Early Educators, Community Partners, and Youth 

Explore these resources for early care and education professionals.

LOCATE: Child Care is a free, personalized resource and referral counseling service designed to help parents choose a quality child care program.

The Healthy Families and Parents as Teachers Home Visiting programs focus on supporting a parent's role in promoting their child's school readiness and healthy development.

Find important information on child care, early childhood education, and school readiness. Also provides updates for parents, caregivers and agencies working with families. 

The Howard County Child Care Resource Center helps parents, child care professionals and the community find licensed child care by providing information and expert advice, by offering training for child care professionals, and more.