Veteran Support

Connecting veterans with resources, benefits, and local assistance

American Legion Post 171 is committed to supporting veterans by helping connect them with available benefits, services, and local resources. Whether you need assistance navigating VA programs or finding local support, we are here to help.

Get Help With Benefits

Assistance is available for veterans’ seeking information or help with VA benefits, claims, and services.

View State Benefits

Veteran Identification Cards

Veteran Health Identification

When you’re enrolled in VA health care, you’ll use your Veteran Health Identification Card (VHIC) to check in to your appointments at VA medical centers. You may also use this card to get discounts offered to Veterans at many stores, businesses, and restaurants.

Veteran Identification Card

A Veteran ID Card (VIC) is a form of photo ID you can use to get discounts offered to Veterans at many restaurants, hotels, stores, and other businesses.

Maryland Veteran Drivers License

The Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT) Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA) now offers a veteran designation on a driver’s license or identification (ID) card for qualifying veterans.  The designation indicates that you are eligible for state veteran benefits.

Local Support at Post 171

Our Post works with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Maryland Department of Veterans Affairs, and Veterans Service Organizations to help veterans access benefits and services.

  • Assist veterans with obtaining military discharge documents (DD214)
  • Help prepare and submit compensation and pension claims
  • Connect veterans to VA healthcare and community support services
  • Track claims and assist with requested documentation
  • Provide guidance on denied claims, including Notices of Disagreement and appeals

Contact for Assistance

Maryland Veterans Services

  • Burial and memorial benefits
  • Cemetery and memorial programs
  • State veteran assistance programs
Maryland Dept. of Veteran Affairs

Mental Health & Crisis Support

Confidential support is available 24/7 for veterans and families.

Helpful Resources

Virtual Veteran Kiosk

The Maryland Department of Labor offers a Virtual Kiosk to help veterans access employment and support services

Access Veteran Kiosk

National Resources