May is Asian-Pacific American Heritage Month
Also of Interest
GENERAL ASSEMBLY PASSAGE OF BILL TO CREATE VETERAN STATUS ON MARYLAND DRIVERS’ LICENSES
Read LT Governor Brown's statement on the passage of the bill
Veterans Dashboard of Maryland Services
Visit our new Veterans Dashboard. It contains links to services available from various Maryland departments and agencies.
Accessible Homes for Seniors: The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD), in partnership with the Maryland Department of Aging (MDOA), is undertaking a project to promote accessibility related improvements to the homes of seniors. For more information and eligibility criteria please click here.
Maryland Access Point (MAP) Website is now available. Here, you can assess, learn and search for long-term support information and services throughout Maryland. MAP state partners include the Maryland Departments of Aging, Disabilities, Health and Mental Hygiene, and Human Resources, as well as the Regional Centers for Independent Living. MAP currently has local service sites in ten counties. This site is a resource for consumers, their families and caregivers, and service staff.
It's time for your Benefits Check Up! If you served in the United States Armed Forces you may be entitled to state and federal benefits. Due to the complexities of veterans laws, it is always prudent to talk with an accredited veterans service officer about your earned benefits. Find your local veterans service office here or call 1-800-446-4926 x 6450. Please encourage your fellow veterans to do the same.
VA Suicide Prevention Hotline is staffed 24/7 by licensed mental health practitioners to assist veterans in crisis. 1-800-273-8255
VA RCS Combat Call Center provides 24/7 referral services to all veterans, their families and any concerned citizens trying to assist veterans. 1-877-927-8387
VA National Homeless Call Center provides free, 24/7 access to trained counselors for local resources and assistance for homeless veterans and those at risk of homelessness. 1-877-424-3838
Skills2Compete Maryland (S2C) is a workforce development vision focused on increasing post-secondary success to strengthen the skills of Maryland’s workforce. Learn more about S2C.