As we recognize the Month of the Military Child, the Maryland DVMF Women Veterans and Inclusion Program proudly honors the strength, resilience, and sacrifice of military-connected children, especially those supported and led by women veterans and military families across our state.
Military children serve in their own unique way. They navigate frequent moves, changing schools, and the absence of loved ones during deployments, all while demonstrating remarkable adaptability and courage. Their experiences shape not only their futures, but also the strength of our military and veteran communities.
Together, we celebrate the young heroes behind the uniform, the military children who continue to inspire us through their resilience, strength, and unwavering spirit.
See how DVMF celebrated this month
To learn more about DVMF and the programs and services offered, visit our website at veterans.maryland.gov
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DVMF staff proudly participated in Purple Up! Day on April 15 in recognition of Month of the Military Child by wearing purple and snapping photos at offices across the state. Purple Up! Day is an annual observance that honors the strength, resilience, and sacrifices of military-connected children. The color purple represents all branches of the military, symbolizing unity and support for these remarkable young people
MCEC supports military-connected children with educational challenges related to mobility, family separation, and transition. It provides research based initiatives, professional development, and resources for parents, educators, and community leaders to help military children thrive. They serve:
- Military families
- Public school districts and private schools
- Colleges and universities
- Small businesses, corporations, and organizations
- Military commands and installations
- Compassionate individuals
Our military kids is a national nonprofit offering extracurricular activity awards to children ages 1-18 of deployed National Guard, deployed Reserve, or Veterans receiving care for combat-related injuries or illnesses.
As a parent, you understand the importance of helping your child develop healthy coping mechanisms to navigate the changing circumstances of military life, like deployments, moves and new schools. Military OneSource has a wealth of support and tools to help you parent at every stage. Find guidance on making moves easier for your children, teaching life skills and building community, supporting your child at school, and talking to teens about important topics like substance abuse, managing stress and establishing safe and healthy relationships.
If you know passionate young people who want to serve our nation, you are encouraged to check out Congresswoman Sarah Elfreth’s Service Academy Nomination Forums. Members of Congress have the opportunity to nominate talented young people in their District to our nation’s distinguished military academies. At each forum, you will be able to ask all of your nomination questions to representatives from the service academies and a panel of experts.
RSVP for the Howard County Forum on May 5th: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/howard-county-service-academy-nomination-forum-tickets-1987707895824
RSVP for the Anne Arundel County Forum on May 21st: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/anne-arundel-county-service-academy-nomination-forum-tickets-1987854711955
Learn more: https://elfreth.house.gov/services/military-academy-nominations
The Women Veterans and Inclusion Program (WVIP) invites women veterans to step away from the demands of daily life and reconnect with themselves and one another at an upcoming One-Day Women Veterans Retreat. Hosted in partnership with The Greenwell Foundation, this retreat offers a welcoming space for reflection, renewal, and meaningful connection.
Space is limited. RSVP to roslyn.jones1@maryland.gov, by May 15th.
Every April, VA recognizes the resilience, strength and sacrifice of military children during the Month of the Military Child. While service members wear the uniform, their children are adapting to new schools, new friendships and new communities, often with little notice.
For military families, spring and summer mark the height of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) season—a time filled with both opportunity and uncertainty.
VA is making it easier than ever to keep your claim on track. With the new Claim Assist Portal, you’ll have a faster, more convenient way to respond when additional information is needed.
If you’ve filed a benefits claim, you may receive an email with a direct link to the portal, helping you respond quickly and confidently so your claim can keep moving forward. No paperwork, scanning or searching through VA.gov required.
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs announced the availability of $7 million in grants for organizations that provide transportation services to rural Veterans.
Grant funding is available to Veteran Service Organizations and State Veterans Service Agencies that provide Veterans transportation services to and from VA or VA-authorized health care appointments. These funds are made available through the Highly Rural Transportation Grants Program which provides transportation programs in counties with fewer than seven people per square mile. There is no cost to participate in the program for Veterans who live in an area where this program is available.
05/04 Carroll County 4th Annual Veterans Celebration
05/05 Univ of MD Global Campus MilVet Net
05/14 DAV & Recruit Military Baltimore Veterans Job Fair
VA Health and Benefits App
Virtual pharmacy appointments
Answers to Common Questions about Food Resources and Other Benefits
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