Veteran Resources

​Maryland's Veterans Services Specialist Program

Did You Serve In The Military? Do You Have A Family Member Who Served In The Military? Learn More About The Veterans Services Specialist Program (VSS Program)

All Maryland State Government Departments and Agencies have a Veterans Services Specialist (VSS) or “liaison” who can provide general information to State employees who have served in the military or who have family members who have served in the military with information on veteran-related resources. They can also answer general questions citizens may have about these resources. The Maryland Department of Veterans and Military Families (D​VMF​) Communications, Outreach, and Advocacy Program​ works alongside liaisons to share information and improve veteran services coordination. Please contact your agency’s VSS with questions or inquiries. We are here to support our veteran community!

Maryland Department of Juvenile Services

Who is this Department/Agency’s Veterans’ Services Specialist (VSS)?

Name: Laurita Lesperance
Phone: 410-230-3186
Email:laurita.lespera​nce1@maryland.gov​

What veteran programs/benefits are offered by this Department/Agency?

While the Maryland Department of Juvenile Services does not provide direct services to veterans, you may contact either the designated VSS​ or the DVMF Communications, Outreach, and Advocacy Program​ if you have questions related to veteran benefits or services offered by other Departments/Agencies.

If you have general questions or cannot locate an agency contact, please reach out to the MDVMF Communications, Outreach, and Advocacy Program​. The DVMF Communications, Outreach, and Advocacy Program​ is charged with informing veterans and family members on services, benefits, and assistance available to them from the State and Federal governments. The Communications, Outreach, and Advocacy Program​ is capable of discussing VA benefits and how to connect with a variety of veteran-related resources.

DVMF Communications, Outreach, and Advocacy Program​​

Website: veterans.maryland.gov​​​