Safe Passage Center by JSSA

Supervised visitation and monitored exchanges create a safe space for children to maintain a healthy relationship with their parents regardless of family dynamics.

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Available in:
  • Montgomery County, MD

If challenging family relationships have affected a child’s ability to spend time with a caregiver, a judge may intervene. Families with an eligible Montgomery County Court Order for supervised visitation or monitored exchange have free access to the Safe Passage Center by JSSA—a family-friendly, safe space for children to remain close to their parents regardless of family dynamics. The Center remains neutral and monitors child exchanges or supervises parental visits on-site.

Please call 301-417-8939 or email spc@jssa.org for more information.

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Supervised Visitation

Supervised visits are overseen by trained, neutral visitation monitors inside our center. Visits are scheduled for a maximum of two hours once a week. For consistency for the children, visits will be on the same day/time each week. Scheduled appointments are required for all visits.

Families can qualify for supervised visits with a current Montgomery County Final Protective Order.

Monitored Exchange

Monitored exchanges allow for the safe transfer of children within our center at court-specified times and intervals. JSSA’s Safe Passage Center has separate entrances and waiting areas, and our staff ensures staggered arrival and departure times.

Enrollment

  1. Receive Montgomery County Court Order for services at the Safe Passage Center.
  2. Contact the Safe Passage Center to receive your intake paperwork. DO NOT WALK IN.
  3. Compete and return intake paperwork.
  4. Schedule and complete an in-person intake appointment.
  5. Schedule services.

Security

JSSA’s Safe Passage Center has on-site security staff and indoor and outdoor security cameras. Separate parking lots and entrances allow for court-ordered separation of parties. Walk-in appointments are not available.