Find Your Local VA Regional Office
The VA has regional offices in every state, in addition to Puerto Rico and the Philippines.
Contact: 1-800-827-1000
Website: https://www.benefits.va.gov/benefits/offices.asp
Find A VA Health Center Near You
The VA medical system has over 150 medical centers around the country, including Puerto Rico, in addition to approximately 1,400 community-based outpatient clinics.
Contact: 800-698-2411
Website: https://www.va.gov/find-locations/
Veterans Crisis Line
A 24/7 confidential suicide hotline designed to support veterans in crisis. There are also chat and text options.
Contact: 1-800-273-8255
Website: https://www.veteranscrisisline.net/
Resources For Homeless Veterans
The VA has numerous resources for veterans facing homelessness.
Contact: 1-877-424-3838
Website: https://www.va.gov/homeless/resources.asp
Applying For VA Benefits
The VA offers more benefits than just those available through the VA disability benefits system. Check out the list of resources below to find out what types of VA benefits you may qualify for.
Types of Compensation: https://www.benefits.va.gov/compensation/index.asp
VA Pension Information: https://www.benefits.va.gov/pension/index.asp
Life Insurance: https://www.benefits.va.gov/insurance/index.asp
Education and Training: https://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill/
Scholarships For Veterans And Their Families
There are a number of academic and vocational scholarships available for veterans and their family members who are looking to attend higher education or vocational programs.
Scholarships.com: https://www.scholarships.com/financial-aid/college-scholarships/scholarships-by-type/veteran-scholarships/
U.S. Veterans Magazine: https://usveteransmagazine.com/list-of-military-scholarships-for-service-members-spouses-and-dependents/
AMVETS Scholarships: https://amvets.org/scholarships/
Employment
There are multiple resources available to veterans seeking employment, including several programs provided through the VA.
VA Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment: https://www.benefits.va.gov/vocrehab/
VA Employment Programs for Homeless Veterans: https://www.va.gov/homeless/employment_programs.asp
National Veterans Foundation Job Board: https://jobs.nvf.org/
Addiction
For veterans struggling with addiction, these organizations provide recovery support and resources to maintain your recovery.
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA): https://www.samhsa.gov/veterans-military-families
Addiction Resource: https://addictionresource.com/addiction/veterans-and-substance-abuse/
VA Substance Use Treatment: https://www.va.gov/health-care/health-needs-conditions/substance-use-problems/
Social Support
The transition back to civilian life can be hard for many veterans. If you are seeking assistance at this time, please check out the following organizations to find social support in your area.
The Mission Continues: https://www.missioncontinues.org/
Make the Connection: https://www.maketheconnection.net/
American Legions: https://www.legion.org/
