Veteran & Military Services

Veteran & Military Support Services

Veterans Crisis Line: 24/7 confidential support is available by dialing 988 and pressing 1 (no VA enrollment required), or by visiting the Veterans Crisis Line online.

Navigating life during or after military service isn’t always easy, but you don’t have to do it alone.

Whether you are an Active-Duty service member, Veteran, Guard, Reservist, or a military family member, we are here to walk alongside you. We’ll help you navigate benefits, secure housing, access healthcare, or simply find someone who understands. Our services are free, completely confidential, and dedicated to getting you the support you’ve earned.

Talk with someone who gets it

Call and ask to speak directly with a dedicated Veteran Peer Specialist who understands military life first-hand.

Call 2-1-1 (Option 10)

Or toll-free: 1-877-698-7838

Available Monday – Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm

Outside these hours, a 211 Community Connector is always available to assist you, 24/7.

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Whether you’re just starting your transition or looking for long-term support, our community database is designed to connect you with exactly what you need in San Diego County.

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Administration & Benefits Transition & Career Healthcare Mental Health Housing Community & Family Resources

ADMINISTRATION & BENEFITS

Navigation assistance, legal advocacy, and claims support to help veterans secure government benefits and records.

Program Category

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Military Records

Help replacing official service records and DD-214 discharge papers.

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Property Tax Exemption Info

Property tax reduction guides for disabled veterans or surviving spouses.

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Consumer Fraud Reporting

Scams, predatory lending, and financial fraud protection for military families.

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Veteran Benefits Assistance

Navigation assistance to apply for state and federal veteran benefits.

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Compensation & Pension Benefits

Monthly payments for disabled veterans or low-income wartime veterans.

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Veteran Survivors Benefits

Financial and educational support for survivors of deceased veterans.

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Veteran Burial Benefits

Help arranging military honors, headstones, and cemetery burials.

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Veteran Membership Groups

Local chapters and national veteran groups for fellowship and advocacy.

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TRANSITION & CAREER

Strategic programs designed to translate military skills into civilian careers and maximize educational benefits.

Program Category

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Veteran Employment Programs

Job training, resume writing, and career placement services for veterans.

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Veteran Education Benefits

Financial aid and GI Bill guides for college, trade, or vocational schools.

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Transition Assistance Programs

Workshops and counseling to help active-duty members return to civilian life.

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HEALTHCARE

Access points for physical health management, outpatient clinics, and military healthcare systems.

Program Category

Description

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Veteran Outpatient Clinics

Local clinics providing primary medical care and checkups for veterans.

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Veteran/Military Health Insurance

Help enrolling in medical coverage like TRICARE or the VA health system.

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MENTAL HEALTH

Confidential counseling, support groups, and immediate crisis hotlines tailored for service-related trauma and reintegration.

Program Category

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Military Family Support Groups

Safe spaces for military spouses and children to share mutual support.

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Veteran Support Groups

Peer support meetings focusing on combat experiences, PTSD, and civilian transition.

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Veteran Reintegration Counseling

Specialized individual and family counseling to help veterans adjust back to civilian life and process deployment experiences.

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Sexual Assault Counseling

Confidential therapy for service members who faced sexual trauma during service.

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Veteran/Military Hotlines

Free, confidential 24/7 crisis and suicide prevention hotlines for military.

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Abused Adults

Crisis shelters, safety planning, and resources for adult domestic abuse survivors.

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HOUSING

Targeted housing assistance ranging from VA home loan information to specialized rapid rehousing and supportive veteran shelters.

Program Category

Description

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Homeless Veterans

Emergency shelter, transitional housing, and outreach designed for veterans.

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Veteran Home Loans

Information on zero-down-payment government VA mortgages.

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Supportive Housing / Veteran Homes

Long-term assisted living and group home facilities for disabled or aging veterans.

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community and family resources

Emergency financial relief, base-connected support centers, and direct social services for military families.

Program Category

Description

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Armed Forces Emergency Services

Emergency communications (like Red Cross messages) to contact deployed personnel.

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Military Family Support Centers

Base-linked offices offering financial, deployment, and moving support.

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Social Services for Military

Emergency basic needs support, financial relief, and casework for personnel.

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Military Donations & Relief

Emergency financial assistance grants and free goods funded by community aid.

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Browse by Military Affiliation

Resources and benefit eligibilities often depend heavily on your exact military affiliation. Select your status below to explore specialized programs, regional networks, and specific support options filtered precisely for your group.

Active Military Reserves Retired Veterans Contractors Family Support Disabled Vets

Additional Resources

If this is an emergency, please dial 9-1-1. For mental health support, dial 9-8-8 and press 1 for Veterans Crisis Line.

San Diego VA Regional Office →

Hidden Heroes (Military Caregivers) →

San Diego County Veterans Resource Page →

How We Can Help

Operating Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm, our Veteran Peer Specialists provide personalized resource navigation, advocacy, program enrollment, and ongoing support to help veterans and military families access the services they need.

Our team connects clients with trusted partners and accredited representatives who specialize in VA benefits and claims support. Through proactive outreach, follow-up, and dedicated advocacy, they help the military community overcome barriers to critical services.

Veterans Serving Veterans

As veterans themselves, our specialists understand the unique challenges of military life. Those in need can call 2-1-1 and choose option 10 to speak with a specialist, or reach us directly at 1-877-698-7838.

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