Veteran Resources

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Help is here. Below are trusted resources for crisis support, VA benefits, and local Florida veteran services. If you or someone you know is struggling, reach out — day or night.

In crisis? You are not alone.

The Veterans Crisis Line connects you with caring, qualified responders — many are veterans themselves. Free, confidential, 24/7.

☎ Call 988, then press 1 💬 Text 838255 Chat online

Life-threatening emergency? Call 911. • SAMHSA Helpline (mental health / substance use): 1-800-662-4357

VA Benefits & Services

VA.gov

The official hub for every VA benefit and service.

Disability Compensation

File or check a claim for a service-connected condition.

VA Health Care

Enroll in and manage VA medical care.

Education & GI Bill

Use your education and training benefits.

VA Home Loans

VA-backed home loan eligibility and Certificate of Eligibility.

Pension & Aid

Pension, Aid & Attendance for wartime veterans.

Burials & Memorials

Burial benefits, headstones, and military honors.

VA Benefits Hotline

1-800-827-1000

Florida & Local Help

Florida Dept. of Veterans' Affairs

State benefits, homes, and veteran programs (floridavets.org).

County Veteran Service Officer

Free local help filing VA claims — find your county's VSO.

Dial 2-1-1

Local community services: housing, food, utilities, and more.

FDVA Assistance Line

1-800-507-5539

AMVETS & Veteran Service Organizations

AMVETS National

Programs, advocacy, and membership.

AMVETS Claims Help

AMVETS National Service Officers help file VA claims — free.

DAV

Disabled American Veterans — rides, claims, and support.

Wounded Warrior Project

Programs for post-9/11 wounded veterans and families.

Tell us if a link or number is out of date, or if there's a local resource (county VSO, clinic, or program) you'd like added — contact a Post officer.