Nationwide
Vet Centers
Confidential counseling and readjustment support; combat experiences, PTSD, military sexual trauma and family reintegration.
https://www.vetcenter.va.gov
Veterans Resources
Printable Resource Guide
Updates: https://www.phiers.org/veterans-resources
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Veterans Crisis Line
24/7. No VA health-care enrollment required.
https://www.veteranscrisisline.net
Immediate danger: call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.
Want to connect with another veteran?
Nationwide
Team Red, White & Blue
Fitness, community and social connection.
https://teamrwb.org
Nationwide
The Mission Continues
Local service projects and purpose through community service.
https://missioncontinues.org
Nationwide
Veterans of Foreign Wars
Find a local post. Claims assistance.
https://www.vfw.org
Nationwide
American Legion
Find a local post. Benefits assistance.
https://www.legion.org
Sacramento/Northern California
Sacramento Vet Center
Counseling and readjustment support. After-hours call center: 877-927-8387.
https://www.vetcenter.va.gov
Mental health
Nationwide
Vet Centers
Confidential counseling and readjustment support; combat experiences, PTSD, military sexual trauma and family reintegration.
https://www.vetcenter.va.gov
Nationwide
VA Mental Health Services
Depression, anxiety, PTSD, anger, grief and relationship support.
https://www.va.gov/health-care/health-needs-conditions/mental-health
Nationwide
National Center for PTSD
Research-backed information and self-help tools.
https://www.ptsd.va.gov
Nationwide
PTSD Coach
VA-developed app with tools for anxiety, sleep, flashbacks and emotional regulation.
https://www.ptsd.va.gov/appvid/mobile/ptsd-coach-app.asp
Nationwide
Cohen Veterans Network
Counseling for military-connected people and families.
https://www.cohenveteransnetwork.org
Nationwide
Give an Hour
Counseling resources.
https://giveanhour.org
Sacramento/Northern California
VA Northern California Health Care
Health services. Mather Sacramento VA Medical Center: 916-843-7000.
https://www.va.gov/northern-california-health-care/health-services/
Sacramento/Northern California
Sacramento Vet Center
Counseling and readjustment support. After-hours call center: 877-927-8387.
https://www.vetcenter.va.gov
Housing
Nationwide
National Call Center for Homeless Veterans
24/7. Housing assistance and local resources for veterans experiencing or at risk of homelessness.
https://www.va.gov/homeless
Nationwide
HUD-VASH
Housing assistance with supportive services.
https://www.va.gov/homeless/hud-vash.asp
Nationwide
Supportive Services for Veteran Families
Homelessness prevention and housing support.
https://www.va.gov/homeless/ssvf
Nationwide
Volunteers of America
Find available veteran housing and support services.
https://www.voa.org
Nationwide
FindHelp
Local assistance search by ZIP code.
https://www.findhelp.org
Sacramento/Northern California
211 Sacramento
Shelter, food, rent assistance and other local services.
https://www.211sacramento.org/211/online-database/categories/military/
Sacramento/Northern California
Nation’s Finest, Sacramento
Housing support serving Sacramento, Yolo, Placer and Nevada counties.
https://nationsfinest.org/locations/sacramento/
Bills and financial help
Nationwide
USA Cares
Financial assistance for eligible veterans and military families.
https://usacares.org
Nationwide
Operation Homefront
Financial assistance; program eligibility and availability apply.
https://operationhomefront.org
Nationwide
PenFed Foundation
Veteran assistance and transition support.
https://penfedfoundation.org
Nationwide
FindHelp
Local assistance search by ZIP code.
https://www.findhelp.org
Sacramento/Northern California
211 Sacramento
Shelter, food, rent assistance and other local services.
https://www.211sacramento.org/211/online-database/categories/military/
Food
Nationwide
Feeding America
Food bank locator.
https://www.feedingamerica.org/find-your-local-foodbank
California
CalFresh
California food assistance benefits.
https://www.getcalfresh.org
Nationwide
FindHelp
Local assistance search by ZIP code.
https://www.findhelp.org
Sacramento/Northern California
211 Sacramento
Shelter, food, rent assistance and other local services.
https://www.211sacramento.org/211/online-database/categories/military/
Jobs and training
Nationwide
Hiring Our Heroes
Career transition support.
https://www.hiringourheroes.org
Nationwide
RecruitMilitary
Veteran-focused employment.
https://recruitmilitary.com
Nationwide
Onward to Opportunity
Training and certifications.
https://ivmf.syracuse.edu/programs/career-training
Nationwide
Department of Labor Veterans Programs
Employment and training pathways.
https://www.dol.gov/agencies/vets
California
California EDD Veterans Employment Services
Job search, careers, training and employer connections.
https://edd.ca.gov/en/Jobs_and_Training/Services_for_Veterans
Benefits
Nationwide
Veterans of Foreign Wars
Find a local post. Claims assistance.
https://www.vfw.org
Nationwide
American Legion
Find a local post. Benefits assistance.
https://www.legion.org
Nationwide
VA Benefits Hotline
Disability claims, compensation, pension and survivor benefits.
https://www.va.gov
Nationwide
VA Health Care Enrollment
VA health care enrollment.
https://www.va.gov/health-care
California
California County Veterans Service Offices
Claims, appeals, dependency and survivor-benefit assistance.
https://www.calvet.ca.gov/VetServices/Pages/CVSO-Locations.aspx
Nationwide
Disabled American Veterans
Claims assistance.
https://www.dav.org
Nationwide
Women Veterans Call Center
Benefits, health care, eligibility and referrals. Call or text.
https://www.womenshealth.va.gov
Sacramento/Northern California
VA Northern California Health Care
Health services. Mather Sacramento VA Medical Center: 916-843-7000.
https://www.va.gov/northern-california-health-care/health-services/
Sacramento/Northern California
Placer County Veterans Service Office
County veterans services.
https://www.calvet.ca.gov/VetServices/Pages/CVSO-Locations.aspx
Sacramento/Northern California
Sacramento County Veterans Services
County veterans services.
https://ha.saccounty.gov/us/en/services/veterans-services/AboutVS.html
Transportation
Sacramento/Northern California
DAV transportation, VA Northern California
Scheduled VA appointment transportation; check availability, requirements and scheduling.
https://www.va.gov/northern-california-health-care/dav-vans-transportation-for-veterans/
Legal help
Nationwide
National Veterans Legal Services Program
Veterans legal resources and assistance pathways.
https://www.nvlsp.org
Nationwide
Veterans Justice Outreach
Support connecting justice-involved veterans to services; not a promise of legal representation.
https://www.va.gov/homeless/vjo.asp
Sacramento/Northern California
Legal Services of Northern California
Civil legal assistance and intake information. Direct local intake information for Sacramento.
https://lsnc.net
https://lsnc.net/office/sacramento
California
State Bar veterans resources
Legal-aid resources for veterans and service members.
https://www.calbar.ca.gov/public/legal-resources/resources-veterans-and-service-members
Substance-use support
Nationwide
SAMHSA National Helpline
24/7 treatment referral and information.
https://www.samhsa.gov
Nationwide
Alcoholics Anonymous
Find meetings and peer support.
https://www.aa.org
Nationwide
Narcotics Anonymous
Find meetings and peer support.
https://www.na.org
Nationwide
SMART Recovery
Recovery meetings and support.
https://www.smartrecovery.org
Nationwide
Celebrate Recovery
Faith-based recovery support.
https://www.celebraterecovery.com
Women veterans
Nationwide
Women Veterans Call Center
Benefits, health care, eligibility and referrals. Call or text.
https://www.womenshealth.va.gov
Nationwide
Women Veterans Alliance
Connections and resources.
https://www.womenveteransalliance.org
Nationwide
Service Women’s Action Network
Resources and support for service women and veterans.
https://www.servicewomen.org
Caregivers
Nationwide
VA Caregiver Support
Information, education and caregiver-service connections.
https://www.caregiver.va.gov
Nationwide
Elizabeth Dole Foundation
Support for military and veteran caregivers.
https://www.elizabethdolefoundation.org
Nationwide
Military OneSource
Support for eligible military-connected people; check eligibility with the service.
https://www.militaryonesource.mil
Toxic exposure
Nationwide
PACT Act information
Benefits and eligibility information.
https://www.va.gov/resources/the-pact-act-and-your-va-benefits
Nationwide
VA Toxic Exposure Screening
Ask a VA provider for screening; exposure information.
https://www.publichealth.va.gov/exposures
Students
Nationwide
Student Veterans of America
Student-veteran resources and connection.
https://studentveterans.org
Nationwide
GI Bill
Education benefits.
https://www.va.gov/education
Disability
Nationwide
Disabled American Veterans
Claims assistance.
https://www.dav.org
Nationwide
VA Disability Compensation
Disability compensation.
https://www.va.gov/disability
Community and purpose
Nationwide
Team Red, White & Blue
Fitness, community and social connection.
https://teamrwb.org
Nationwide
The Mission Continues
Local service projects and purpose through community service.
https://missioncontinues.org
Nationwide
Team Rubicon
Veterans serving communities after disasters.
https://teamrubiconusa.org
Offer local mentoring through schools, youth groups, faith communities and nonprofits.
Before you call
Start by explaining what you need. If available, keep nearby your location and a safe contact method, any deadline or appointment, and relevant service or benefits documents. Ask: “What is the next step, who handles it, and when should I follow up?”