HAAS Initiative
Homeless Assistance & Support
More than 7,000 individuals in Maryland are without stable housing — including approximately 575 veterans. Beatrice Loving Heart formed an advocacy group dedicated to connecting those individuals with the services, shelter, and support they need to regain stability and move forward.
The need
Why This Work Matters
Homelessness is not just a housing problem — it is a health crisis, a mental health challenge, and a community concern all at once. Beatrice Loving Heart believes that no one should face those challenges without support. Our HAAS team works directly with homeless individuals to help them access the services and stability they deserve.
Accessing a shelter is often the first step toward lasting change. When individuals reach safe shelter, four important things become possible:
- A stable foundation that opens pathways to recovery.
- Access to substance abuse treatment and recovery programs.
- The chance to pursue personal goals and restore a sense of self-worth.
- Employment opportunities and a path toward self-sufficiency.
Our approach
Our Five-Part Approach
BLH's HAAS initiative takes a whole-person view of homelessness. We address the connected needs that keep people from regaining stability, working through five areas of support:
- Housing Assistance
- Facilitating transitions into stable community housing for those without a safe place to live.
- Healthcare Integration
- Connecting individuals with medical, behavioral, and psychological services to support recovery and reduce the cycle of crisis.
- Education Promotion
- Encouraging enrollment in educational programs that build skills, confidence, and long-term opportunity.
- Employment Support
- Partnering with local businesses to create meaningful job opportunities for individuals rebuilding their lives.
- Criminal Justice Prevention
- Providing emergency relief funding to reduce law enforcement contact and help individuals stay on a positive path.
How to help
Ways to Help
Our community initiatives depend on the generosity of people like you. There are several meaningful ways to make a difference:
- Volunteer directly with homeless individuals in our communities.
- Donate clothing, toys, and canned goods for distribution.
- Help raise awareness about homelessness in Maryland.
Contact & apply
Community Initiatives
Reach out or apply for support.
Text BLHCommunityWorks to 74121 to stay connected.
- Phone
- (301) 951-0105 · Ext. 533