Despite this years’ COVID-19 related challenges, the Maryland Department of Veterans Affairs (MDVA) Outreach and Advocacy Program moved its mission forward. Historically, much of the education and outreach to veterans and community providers has been in person. So in March, upon transitioning to full time telework status, we quickly learned to navigate Google Meet, Zoom, […]
Thank You From the Maryland Department of Veterans Affairs
Message from Secretary George Owings: As the year ends, we here at the MDVA would like to thank all who have supported veterans in Maryland; everyone who has volunteered to help at Charlotte Hall Veterans Home and with the Cemetery & Memorials Program; and the many who have donated to the Maryland Veterans Trust Fund […]
Maryland Launches “Ask the Question”
Campaign to Identify and Connect More Service Members, Veterans and Families to Programs Lt. Governor Boyd Rutherford joined the Maryland Department of Veterans Affairs (MDVA) and the Maryland Department of Health (MDH) for a discussion on efforts to prevent suicide and to launch the “Ask the Question” Campaign. The “Ask the Question” Campaign is one […]
Tyler Appointed to Lead Maryland Veterans Commission
New Chairperson Appointed to Lead Maryland Veterans Commission On July 20, 2020 at the close of the Maryland Veterans Commission meeting, the new Chairperson appointed by Governor Hogan to lead the Commission was announced. Chairman KT Tyler, served as the Commissioner representing the National Association of Black Veterans (NABVETS), before being appointed as the Chairman. […]
MDVA Bids Fond Farewell to Fred Shinbur
A Fond Farewell to the Chairman of Maryland Veterans Commission Fred Shinbur, a Vietnam Veteran who retired from the US Army with the rank of Chief Warrant Officer 5 (CW5), has been serving on the Maryland Veterans Commission since 2006 when then Governor Ehrlich appointed him to the AMVETS seat on the Maryland Veterans Commission. […]
MDVA Cemetery Visitation Hours Return to Normal
Effective June 29, 2020 all five state veteran cemeteries operate as follows: Administration buildings will be open to the public. All visitors to the cemeteries and committal service guests will be required to adhere to social distancing guidelines, if not in the same household. All visitors must wear a face covering and those entering administration […]
Memorial Day Will Look Different This Year
But still a solemn observance In person Memorial Day Ceremonies and Parades have been suspended this year, but there are many opportunities to read about, view messages and reflect on the importance of remembering those who sacrificed their lives in service to our country. MDVA will be providing a virtual Memorial Day observance which includes […]
MDVA Opens New Veterans Service Office at MDOT MVA
Veterans and their dependents now have an additional resource to help them apply for benefits and receive other services. The Maryland Department of Veterans Affairs (MDVA), in partnership with the Maryland Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Administration (MDOT MVA), today celebrated the opening of a new Veterans Service Office inside the MDOT MVA Salisbury branch […]
State Employees Joined ‘Day to Serve’
On October 2, 2019 State Employees joined together for a Day to Serve. The project this year was the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in South Baltimore. The Memorial is managed by the MDVA Cemetery & Memorials program. The day turned out to be the hottest on record for that date, but that did not deter all […]
Spotlight on MDVA Staff – Sharon Murphy
Secretary George Owings has requested that Maryland Department of Veterans Affairs (MDVA) staff be highlighted in upcoming editions of the MDVA e-newsletter, so you learn a little bit about us and our commitment to serving Maryland Veterans. Today, we focus on Sharon Murphy, Director of Charlotte Hall Veterans Home. Sharon Murphy began her State career […]