Official Government Resources

1. VA.gov – Central hub for U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs services: health care, disability claims, education benefits, home loans, and more.

2. ebenefits.va.gov – Apply for benefits, manage claims, and track applications.

3. My HealtheVet – Secure online access to VA health care records and communication with providers.

Health and Mental Wellness

1. Veterans Crisis Line – 24/7 support for veterans in crisis. Call 988 and press 1.

2. Make the Connection – Veteran-to-veteran mental health stories, plus resources by condition and experience.

3. Give an Hour – Free mental health services from volunteer professionals.

Employment and Education

1. Hire Heroes USA – Free career coaching and job search help for veterans and military spouses.

2. USAJobs.gov – Federal job listings, with veteran hiring preferences highlighted.

3. Student Veterans of America – Resources and support for veterans in higher education.

Housing and Financial Assistance

1. HUD VASH – Housing assistance for homeless veterans.

2. Military OneSource – Financial counseling, tax prep, housing info, and more (for active duty, recently separated, and families).

Veteran Service Organizations (VSOs)

1. American Legion

2. VFW (Veterans of Foreign Wars)

3. Disabled American Veterans (DAV)