LGBTQIA+ Veteran Support

Trans Lifeline Need emotional or financial support? Call (877) 565-8860 Monday through Friday between 1pm to 9pm EST.

The Maryland Department of Veterans & Military Families strives to provide all service members and their families with an inclusive and​ safe environment to live their lives authentically and fr​ee from discriminatory policies and practices.

“All Veterans, all people, have a basic right to be identified as they define themselves. This is essential for their general well-being and overall health. Knowing​ the gender identity of our patients helps us better understand the population we serve.”—former VA Secretary Denis McDonough​

​Welcome and thank you for your service! The Maryland Department of Veterans & Military Families strives to provide all servicemembers and their families with an inclusive and safe environment to live their lives authentically and free from discriminatory policies and practices.

Do you qualify for discharge upgrade?

Veterans who believe the characterization of their discharge from military service was unjust, erroneous, or warrants an upgrade are encouraged to apply for a discharge upgrade or correction simultaneously at BOTH the federal and state level. 

Click here​, to learn more information about the Restoration of Honor Act.

​​LGBTQIA+​ Veteran Resources

​Need
​Resource
​Employment

​Healthcare
  • Schedule an initial appointment with one of our accredited veteran benefits specialists to see if you may be eligible for benefits. They can help you enroll in VA benefits at a local DVMF office or virtually at no cost.
  • If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, please call the US Department of Veterans Affairs’ Veterans Crisis Line by dialing 988, press #1​

​Financial Support

​Legal Assistance
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