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6 December 2021
Resources for Veterans and Military Family Members
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Important Dates and Events
· Now - United Through Reading - Military service members can virtually read books to the children in their lives – Learn More. Schedule a recording session here.
· December 6 – Veteran Support Group, A free, drop in, peer-led support group for Veterans living with mental illness. Joining a Support Group can help you to feel better in any number of ways, such as:
• Knowing that others are going through something similar
• Learning tips on how to handle day-to-day challenges
• Meeting new friends or connecting to others who understand you
• Learning how to talk about things that bother you or how to ask for help
· Through December 6 - Donation Drive for Veterans. Dropoff at Howard County Libraries. The Baltimore Station is an innovative therapeutic residential and outpatient treatment program supporting veterans who are overcoming obstacles to regain self-sufficiency. They provide a variety of services, including mental health, nutrition, workforce development, and more, and serve about 300 men each year. We will be collecting NEW Bath-size towels, Pillows and Underwear (Men’s size: S,M,L,3X)
· December 7 - Virtual Tai Chi for Veterans at 12pm EST. Register
· December 8 - FREE KidsConnex© program, is designed to help children understand they are not alone during a family transition (separation, divorce) and kids will work with other children and counselors to learn ways to be in charge of their feelings and thoughts. 6-7:45pm. To register your child, please complete and sign this registration form. Both parents must sign if sharing legal custody or do not have a legal custody agreement. Deadline to Register: Send completed registration form to info.nfrchelp@gmail.com
NO LATER than Monday morning, December 6. You will receive an email back confirming your child's registration.
· December 8 - Virtual Gentle Yoga and Mindfulness at 5pm EST. Register
· December 11 - Virtual Puppy Yoga Yappy Hour with Warrior Canine Connection - Join us on Facebook Live! No registration is needed. 12pm EST
· December 14 - Virtual Creative Writing Comedy Workshop at 12pm EST Register
· December 14 – Free Screening of the movie, LIKE, 6:30-8pm. LIKE is a film-based education program exploring the impact of social media on our lives and the effects of technology on the brain. The goal of the film is to inspire us to self-regulate. Social media is a tool and social platforms are a place to connect, share, and care … but is that what's really happening? We will be showing the film and including access to further resources and materials.
· December 17 - Gambling is NOT the Solution to Financial Woes: Understanding the Stress of Problem/Disordered Gamblers During the Holidays and in the New Year. Register
· December 18 - Virtual Creative Writing Workshop at 12pm EST
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Recurring Events/Programs
· Monday thru Friday - Veteran Virtual Kiosk, 10am-3pm EST. A daily virtual office where you can connect to our employment professionals and get help with MD Workforce Exchange and find out about available resources. Contact Mr. Anthony Butler Sr.
Virtual—https://meet.google.com/awf-yoqx-mmu
Phone—+1 516-268-6742 PIN: 748 066 507 #
· 2nd Tuesdays & 4th Saturdays of every month, thru December 18 - Virtual Toastmasters for Veterans and Military Communities, Tuesdays at 7 pm & Saturdays at 11:30 am. Please register with Bernadette Garrett at tmspeakerleaderdtm20@gmail.com
· Thursdays beginning Nov 4 - Teen Virtual Therapy Group, National Family Resiliency Center (NFRC), 7-8:15 pm. Group will run for six weeks, with the option to continue. Registration and individual meeting prior to group start date required. Teens in grades 8-12 have an opportunity to explore and resolve concerns related to families in transition, as well as focusing on many issues such as dating, friendships, pandemic stress, decisions about college, careers, etc. Teens who have participated comment about how comfortable it is to talk and be understood by their peers. One session with parent and one with teen prior to group start date is required so that therapists can get to know participants prior to group and answer any questions or concerns. For more information or questions, please email khelt@nfrchelp.org or call 410-740-9553 x208. Sliding scale payment available.
· 2nd Thursday of the Month - Veteran Small Business & Entrepreneur Check-In, 3pm EST. A monthly outreach and support event which brings together vet friendly businesses, small business service organizations and aspiring veteran entrepreneurs to share opportunities advice and resources. Contact Mr. Anthony Butler Sr.
Virtual—https://meet.google.com/coi-hmmo-gqy
Phone—+1 385-645-7116 PIN: 158 654 013 #
· Last Thursday of the Month- Veteran Career Club, 11am EST. A monthly outreach and support event which brings together veteran job seekers, career guides, JVSG employment professionals and veteran service organizations to provide job/career options, information on apprenticeships and training opportunities and share tips and techniques for success. Contact Mr. Anthony Butler Sr.
Virtual—https://meet.google.com/nog-aidc-bfv
Phone—+1 316-778-8309 PIN: 237 445 104 #
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Support Needed
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Now - Howard County Fallen Heroes Tribute. To honor Howard County residents who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country, the Office of Veteran and Military Families is proud to announce the creation of the Fallen Heroes Tribute page. We hope that you will use this form by sharing their stories of valor which will be highlighted on a future webpage. Fallen Heroes Form
If you would like to research possible heroes and help us recognize them, visit the following sites:
For World War II, the Archives have a list by County.
www.findagrave.com
Howard County Historical Society - https://hchsmd.org/#
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Women Veterans Survey - Please complete so we can better service our female veterans, 5 min and anonymous
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Resources
Mental Health Resources
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Maryland Crisis Hotline, 1-800-422-0009
If you are in immediate crisis, call the Maryland Crisis Hotline.
Maryland Crisis Connect, Call 211 Press Option 1
211 Maryland is a nonprofit health and human services agency that connects individuals to essential services like food, housing and mental health support.
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Grassroots Crisis Intervention Center, 410-531-6677
24-hour crisis intervention and support hotline
Walk-in counseling is available at 6700 Freetown Rd. Columbia, MD 21044
Survivor of suicide loss support group offered twice per month, email amanda@grassrootscrisis.org to register.
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HC DrugFree, 443-325-0040
HC DrugFree provides resources and education on prevention, treatment, recovery, and health and wellness to help Howard County residents develop skills to address behavioral health (substance use and mental health concerns).
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Howard County Bureau of Behavioral Health, 410-313-6202
Resources for behavioral health equity and optimal wellness that is accessible for all who live, work and visit Howard County.
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Maryland Helpline, 1-800-422-0009
A state-wide 24-hour crisis intervention and supportive counseling hotline for SUICIDE, family and relationship problems, shelter needs, violent or threatening domestic situations, loneliness, depression, chemical dependency issues and others.
- National Alliance of Mental Illness (NAMI) Howard County
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Howard County Government -https://www.howardcountymd.gov/health/behavioral-health
- Howard County Health Department
- Maryland Association of Behavioral Health Authorities
- Howard County Public School System Mental Health Resources
https://www.hcpss.org/supports/mental-health-wellness/
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-8255
The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress as well as prevention and crisis resources.
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Crisis Text Line, Text HOME to 741741
Crisis Text Line provides free, 24/7 support via text message for concerns such as anxiety, depression, suicide, etc.
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SAMHSA's National Helpline, 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
SAMHSA’s National Helpline is a free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service (in English and Spanish) for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders.
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Trevor Lifeline (LGBTQ + Youth) 1-866-488-7386 or text START to 678678
The Trevor Project provides 24/7 crisis support services to LGBTQ young people.
Text, chat, or call anytime to reach a trained counselor.
Trans Lifeline, 1-877-565-8860. Trans peer support.
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SAGE LGBT Elder Hotline, 1- 877-360-5428
Hotline responders are certified in crisis response, offer support without judgment, answer questions factually and confidentially, and provide information about community support resources such as healthcare, transportation, counseling, legal services, and emotional support programs.
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Operation Tohidu - Melwood’s flagship veterans program, Operation Tohidu® is a transformative retreat program that promotes “Peace with the Past, through Power in the Present” and encourages participants to reframe their trauma, so that they can approach life with renewed purpose and positivity.
- Fort Meade Education and Resiliency Center
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NAMI Homefront Mental Health Resources for Military Service Members, Veterans and Their Families, a free online suite of resources designed to increase understanding, communication, wellness and advocacy skills.
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Operation Homefront’s Transitional Housing (“Villages”) provides rent-free, two and three bedroom apartments to wounded, ill, and injured warriors and their families as they leave the military in Gaithersburg, MD. The Villages are designed to enable families to heal together, while bridging what can be a lengthy gap between military pay ending and veteran benefits beginning, or when veterans’ disability claims are reviewed and received. Our Villages relieve the financial stress and provide a comprehensive package of individualized family support and financial planning services. Each participating family is provided with: Rent-free, utility-free, fully furnished Apartment, Case management and customized, transition plans, One-on-one financial counseling, Assistance with medical referrals, Employment coaching and educational guidance. Families experience a supportive environment among understanding peers, and most make impressive financial progress during their stay, leaving the Village debt-free, or nearly so, with an emergency savings plan in place.
- Caregiver Support Line 855-260-3274
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Military Veterans and Families - Expedited Licensing. Maryland law requires the Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing to help veterans and active members of the United States armed forces, including their spouses, to obtain occupational and professional licenses in Maryland. Service members include active duty reservists and members of the National Guard. Occupational and Professional Licensing will issue your license within 60 days of receiving a completed application with all supporting documentation. Once an application has been submitted, please direct all inquiries for expedited processing to the boards/commissions, or call 410-230-6221.
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Creative Forces: NEA Military Healing Arts Network Virtual Exhibition Featuring Military Service Member and Veteran Artwork - The National Endowment for the Arts proudly presents Creative Forces: Healing the Invisible Wounds of War—an interactive exhibition of visual art, music, and performances by military service members and veterans who are current or former participants in the Creative Forces®: NEA Military Healing Arts Network.
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Newsletters, Articles and other Information
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Employment Opportunities
· Serving Together’s parent organization, EveryMind is hiring for several new and exciting positions. Applications now being accepted for:
· NAMI Family Program & Outreach Coordinator (18 hours per week) Programs:
Recruit, manage, support, data report, and outreach/market for the following NAMI recovery programs: Family-to-Family, and Basics education courses, Family Support Groups (includes FSG, PSG and TAY), Ending the Silence (ETS) presentations to youth and parents, File program reports with NAMI MD and NAMI National at completion of every class and support groups monthly, Liaison to state and national NAMI for changes, trainings, and initiatives related to the family programs, including monthly coordinator calls with Peer Program Coordinator to secure volunteers for ETS
· Community Outreach: Conduct outreach to Howard County schools to coordinate and help provide ETS presentations to youth and parents, Coordinate volunteers for participation in fairs and festivals, Triage volunteer applications, maintain volunteer database and work with staff to determine ongoing volunteer needs, Work with Peer Program Coordinator to develop a Volunteer Recognition program.
· Communication: Work with staff and Executive Director to create and maintain a monthly social media calendar, Compose and manage social media posts for Facebook and Instagram (3x per week), Draft event flyers as needed (fundraisers, Education Forums) and monthly e-newsletter and bi-monthly news
· General: Participate in NAMI HC organizational and fundraising events, Provide support and resources to callers and walk-ins (Helpline), Other duties as assigned by Executive Director
Please send resume and cover letter to Denise Giuliano: dgiuliano.namihc@gmail.com
· Amazon Careers - My Amazon Warrior Story: Preparing transitioning service members, Veterans and military spouses for civilian careers
· Dobbs Defense Solutions, an IT company aimed at hiring veterans and placing them in the workforce. Based in Prince George’s County, the company not only focuses on providing customer satisfaction and creating niche solutions for cybersecurity and business intelligence, but also provides a safe environment for veterans to enter the workforce. The company provides “Work and Learn” programs to help train veterans to retool and retrain themselves, giving them crucial skills to enter into employment. These programs allow members of the military to learn new skill sets, network with others, and explore opportunities to open new doors. In addition to the multitude of services the company provides for the veteran community, Dobbs Defense also supplies IT, cybersecurity, and business intelligence services across the nation, including Alabama, Florida, Washington, D.C., and Virginia. The virtual environment the COVID-19 pandemic has created has been a wonderful growth opportunity for the company as most of its services can be offered in a digital setting. The company’s list of clients has grown to include the U.S. Department of Defense, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, and the United States Navy, and is continually increasing.
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Howard and Anne Arundel County Career ReStart program - Traditional job searching is no longer effective. We can teach you how to proactively campaign for jobs, just like politicians do. Through AAWDC’s Career ReStart training you will develop powerful self-marketing tools and implement strategies that promote confidence and courage that result in rapid employment. Military spouses, transitioning service members and veterans are encouraged to apply. Four 2.5 hour group sessions over 2 weeks. A new step is introduced at each session, Self-paced online assignments that build on what you learned in each session. Successful completers who submit all assignments will receive a stipend
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Job Title: Investigator, Office of the Attorney General - Investigator Independent Investigations Division, Posting Date: October 1, 2021 Closing Date: October 15, 2021 Location: Office of the Attorney General 200 St. Paul Place, Baltimore, Maryland 21202 Position Type: Regular Full Time
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Project Scope: Understanding the Security Clearance Process for students, parents and veterans.
- New Training & Resources Center for Veterans Starting Businesses
The Veterans Business Outreach Center (VBOC) program is designed to provide entrepreneurial development services such as business training, counseling and resource partner referrals to transitioning service members, veterans, National Guard & Reserve members and military spouses interested in starting or growing a small business. The SBA has 22 organizations participating in this cooperative agreement and serving as Veterans Business Outreach Centers (VBOC). For more info:
Coverage: Washington, D.C., Maryland, Delaware, Pennsylvania
Address: Maryland Innovation Center, 6751 Columbia Gateway Dr, Suite 500, Columbia, MD 21046
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Veteran Staffing Network - connects veterans and military spouses to employers using a veteran staffing agency model. We work with employers to fill temp-to-perm, contract, and direct-hire positions.
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Veteran Employment Resource Center - Resume-writing tutorials & guidelines specific for military members and veterans, How-to / Instructional videos, Interviewing techniques and best practices guidance and list of career fairs.
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Military Spouse Resource Center - Resume-writing tutorials & guidelines specific for military spouses, How-to / Instructional videos, Interviewing techniques & guidance and a list of career fairs.
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