Foster Youth Bill of Rights & Ombudsman - Maryland

About this resource

An Ombudsman helps to investigate complaints and protect the rights of youth. Maryland's current Ombudsman is Loney Nguyen (pronounced Lonnie Win, pronouns She/Her). As Ombudsman's are supposed to, she works tirelessly to ensure accountability in treatment and service delivery. Please visit the following link for a flyer on Marland's Ombudsman. 
 

To reach Loney:

You can call the number above (if you reach the voicemail, leave your name, number, and best time to contact you) 
Text Loney at (443) 509-0348
Email Loney at the address above 
Fill out a Contact Form at the end of the page, here: https://dhs.maryland.gov/foster-care/youth-resources/foster-youth-ombuds/
Or fill you can submit a confidential inquiry, here: https://docs.google.com/forms/ (form on main website, as well)

PLEASE NOTE: 
All youth have Rights and Protections under law. Please view Maryland Bill of Rights, linked for you. 

Who can use this resource (eligibility)?

No eligibility required. Anyone can call, but Loney is generally a resource for foster youth, former foster youth, and foster parents. 
Resource Tags: Rights & Reporting Complaints