Veteran Resources
- California Department of Veterans Affairs (CalVet): The official state agency dedicated to serving veterans.
- Veterans Crisis Line: A 24/7 hotline for veterans in crisis. Dial 988 and press 1, text 838255, or chat online.
- County Veterans Service Offices (CVSO): Local offices that provide assistance with benefit claims, counseling, and other veteran-related services. You can find the nearest CVSO here: https://www.calvet.ca.gov/VetServices/Pages/CVSO-Locations.aspx
- VA Caregiver Support Program (CSP): Clinical services to caregivers of eligible and covered veterans enrolled in the VA health care system. There is a CSP team located in every VA facility. For more information, contact (310) 478-3711 ext. 43599.
- CalVet: The Veterans Homes of California offer affordable long-term care to aged and disabled veterans as well as their eligible spouses and domestic partners. Services range from independent living programs with minimal support to 24/7 skilled nursing care for veterans with significant clinical needs. Contact 1-800-952-5626 and visit:
- HUD-VASH: Through public housing authorities, VA provides rental assistance vouchers for privately owned housing to veterans experiencing homelessness.
- Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF): Provides comprehensive supportive services to very low income veterans and their families who are currently experiencing homelessness or are at risk of losing their homes.
- American Legion: Advocates to help veterans achieve meaningful careers, educations, health-care services, friends and stable homes.
- Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW): Foster camaraderie among United States veterans of overseas conflicts. Find a post: https://www.vfw.org/find-a-post
- Disabled American Veterans (DAV): Offers various support programs for veterans. You can search for local chapters or posts in your area.