LZ Basic Support

HOUSING

• • • • For renters: Visit MD Housing Search to find apartment and home rentals
      • For purchasers: Learn more about the VA-backed veteran home loan and contact a loan center representative
      • Transition Assistance Program VA Home Loan Guaranty Program Video
      • For those at risk of homelessness: Learn more about VA Homeless Programs or call the National Call Center for Homeless Veterans (877-424-3838)
      • The Baltimore Station (410-752-4454)- Transitional housing in Baltimore for male veterans
      • Maryland Center for Veterans Education and Training (410-576-9626)- Transitional housing in Baltimore for male and female veterans

MOTOR VEHICLE INFORMATION

• • • • Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration’s One Stop Shop for Military and Veterans
      • Veteran designation on the driver’s license or identification card
      • Vehicle registration information for active duty military personnel
      • Lifetime registration for veterans with a 100% VA disability rating
      • Vehicle emissions inspection program (VEIP) out of area/military waiver

HEALTH

• • • • Print the US Department of Veterans Affairs Welcome Kit
      • Learn more about VA healthcare eligibility and enrollment
      • VA healthcare eligibility for spouses, dependents, and family caregivers
      • Transition Assistance Program: Women’s Health Transition Training Video
      • LGBTQ+ VA Veteran Care Coordinators: More information and find your local coordinator here.
      • Learn more about TRICARE
      • Visit the Maryland Health Benefit Exchange for other healthcare options
      • Learn more about VA mental health services
      • Transition Assistance Program Mental Health for Families Video
      • Combat veteran or military sexual trauma survivor?  Learn how the Vet Centers can help
      • Looking for treatment and support services through the VA, Maryland Department of Health, or the community?  Contact Maryland’s Commitment to Veterans for assistance at 877-770-4801, 24/7.

CHILDREN AND YOUTH

• • • • Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE)
      • MSDE Division of Early Intervention and Special Education Services
      • Maryland Department of Disabilities: Special education services
      • Local school system websites
      • Maryland Homeschool Association
      • Kennedy Krieger Institute: Military Children and Adolescent Behavioral Health Services

NUTRITION

• • • • Struggling with food insecurity? Learn how the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) can help

Still need additional assistance? Call 211 Maryland (211) for help with food insecurity and other human services needs

Still have questions?  Email mdveteransinfo@maryland.gov or call us at 410-260-3838