Resources
Trusted resources, all in one place
We vet these links so you do not have to. If you cannot find what you need, call us and we will point you to the right door.
Crisis and immediate help
- Veterans Crisis Line(opens in a new tab)Dial 988 then press 1, or text 838255. Free, confidential, 24/7.
- 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline(opens in a new tab)Call or text 988 for anyone in emotional distress.
- National Call Center for Homeless Veterans(opens in a new tab)Call 1-877-424-3838, 24/7 support for veterans at risk of homelessness.
Benefits and claims
- VA.gov(opens in a new tab)Official U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs benefits portal.
- VA Disability Compensation(opens in a new tab)Learn about and apply for disability benefits.
- eBenefits and My HealtheVet(opens in a new tab)Manage your VA benefits and health records online.
- Military Service Records and DD-214(opens in a new tab)Request military service records and replacement discharge paperwork.
Housing
- HUD-VASH Program(opens in a new tab)Housing vouchers paired with VA case management.
- SSVF (Supportive Services for Veteran Families)(opens in a new tab)Rapid rehousing and homelessness prevention.
- VA Home Loan Program(opens in a new tab)VA-backed home loans, refinancing, and help avoiding foreclosure.
Employment and education
- VA Education and GI Bill(opens in a new tab)Education benefits, including the Post-9/11 GI Bill.
- VA Veteran Readiness and Employment(opens in a new tab)Career support and training for veterans with service-connected disabilities.
- National Resource Directory(opens in a new tab)A searchable directory of vetted veteran and military resources.
- CalVet Veterans Services(opens in a new tab)California state benefits, including property tax exemptions and college fee waivers.
Mental health
- VA Mental Health(opens in a new tab)Mental health services and how to access them through the VA.
- Vet Centers (Readjustment Counseling)(opens in a new tab)Community-based counseling for combat veterans and families.
- Make the Connection(opens in a new tab)Veteran stories and resources for mental health challenges.
Families and caregivers
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