Short and Long-Term Housing at MCVET
If you need short-term or long-term housing, the Maryland Center for Veterans Education and Training (MCVET) offers a:
- drop in facility
- emergency shelter
- transitional housing
- single room occupancy
Case managers are provided with some of the programs, and MCVET also has a reentry program for Veterans who were incarcerated.
Counseling and recovery classes are also available, and the case manager works with the Veteran to obtain VA benefits.
Education and employment are also components of care at MCVET.
Learn about the various programs at MCVET.
Drop In
Homeless Veterans can drop in for the day to connect with other Veterans and access home amenities, such as showers, clothing, water, vending machines, and crisis intervention counseling.
Emergency Shelter
For immediate housing, homeless Veterans can go to the emergency shelter. They'll be assigned a case manager to address needs and barriers to receiving support.
Transitional Housing
During the transitional housing phase of the MCVET program, residents continue to work with a case manager, begin training programs, and look for a job.
This program lasts about 18-24 months.
Single Room Occupancy (SRO)
This provides Veterans long-term housing in an independent living space. At this point, case management is not required, and an income-based housing agreement is arranged.
Homeless Veteran Hotlines
Trained responders with the National Call Center for Homeless Veterans can connect homeless veterans to resources. Call 1-877-424-3838.
There's also the National Coalition for Homeless Veterans. They help Veterans find the services that they need by giving information to connect them with local community organizations. Call 1-800-435-7838.
Affordable Housing Programs
If you're a Veteran looking for affordable housing, you can use the MD Housing Search locator or contact a Veteran-specific housing program.
Get help with home payments
If you are having trouble paying your mortgage, don’t wait. Get assistance as soon as possible.
The MD HOPE Hotline may be able to get you in touch with a housing counselor in your area to help you work out a plan to pay your mortgage. The key is to ask for help early and persistently.
Free and confidential foreclosure prevention assistance is available at many locations across Maryland. Housing counselors can help you understand your mortgage documents, explain the options you have and help you negotiate a “Workout Plan” with your lender.
Call the MD HOPE Hotline at 1-877-462-7555.
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