Washington Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA)
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VFW Department of Washington Find Washington statewide and national help with benefits, health care, housing, employment, education, and family support. Browse local resources through the Washington Department of Veterans Affairs county directory. Free, confidential support, 24/7. You do not need to be enrolled in VA benefits or health care. Explore Washington Department of Veterans Affairs county-by-county listings for local assistance, services, and contacts. Availability and eligibility vary by provider. Browse the statewide and national directories below. Confirm services, availability, and eligibility directly with each provider. Search names and descriptions, or narrow results by service category and directory. Browse 167 statewide and national resource listings. Statewide portal for benefits, programs, and assistance. Benefits & Claims · Health Care · Employment & Business · Education & Training WDVA directory of county Veterans assistance programs and contacts. County eligibility and available assistance vary. Benefits & Claims Accredited claims help and appeals for VA benefits. Benefits & Claims · Legal & Justice Assistance for eligible Washington Veterans who served on or after September 11, 2001. Contact WDVA to confirm current financial and other eligibility requirements. Financial & Basic Needs · Employment & Business Paid internships, environmental careers, peer support. Employment & Business · Education & Training · Family & Community Peer mentors at colleges and in communities to connect veterans to care. Education & Training · Family & Community · Mental Health & Crisis Outreach, events, and navigation for women veterans. Family & Community · Health Care Training, outreach, and crisis coordination statewide. Mental Health & Crisis WDVA counseling and wellness information and referrals. Contact WDVA about eligibility and available services. Mental Health & Crisis · Family & Community Skilled nursing and long-term care for eligible veterans and spouses. Health Care · Housing & Homelessness · Long-Term Care WDVA counseling and wellness resources. Confirm the specific service, provider, and eligibility with WDVA. Mental Health & Crisis · Health Care Contact WDVA for benefits information and assistance referrals. Ask about currently available emergency support. Financial & Basic Needs · Housing & Homelessness Court linkage, reentry support, and care coordination. Legal & Justice WDVA directory of tribal Veterans programs and contacts. Tribal membership and service eligibility vary by program. Tribal Veterans · Benefits & Claims Washington certification information for qualifying Veteran- or service member-owned businesses. State certification is separate from federal SBA certification. Employment & Business · Financial & Basic Needs Long-term care campus in Orting. Health Care · Long-Term Care Long-term care and memory care services. Health Care · Long-Term Care Skilled nursing care in Spokane. Health Care · Long-Term Care Neighborhood-style care model for veterans. Health Care · Long-Term Care Statewide community resource directory: housing, food, utilities, crisis. Benefits & Claims · Financial & Basic Needs · Housing & Homelessness Search hospitals, clinics, Vet Centers, and benefits offices. Health Care · Benefits & Claims Tuition waivers, residency, and benefit guidance. Education & Training · Financial & Basic Needs Veteran services at 34 community and technical colleges. Education & Training Trades apprenticeships, credit for prior learning. Employment & Business · Education & Training Veteran priority of service and training funds. Employment & Business · Education & Training Contact WDVA about current HVRP employment support and local provider referrals for eligible Veterans experiencing homelessness. Housing & Homelessness · Employment & Business Housing stability services for eligible low-income Veteran families through CCS Western Washington. Confirm service area, eligibility, and available assistance. Housing & Homelessness · Financial & Basic Needs Tiny house villages and affordable housing connections. Housing & Homelessness Search emergency assistance statewide. Financial & Basic Needs · Housing & Homelessness Civil legal help for veterans and military families. Legal & Justice Free civil legal aid: housing, family, benefits, consumer. Legal & Justice · Housing & Homelessness Civil legal-aid screening for eligible low-income Washington residents. CLEAR generally serves residents outside King County; King County residents should use the intake guidance on NJP’s site. Legal & Justice Self-help legal resources and forms. Legal & Justice Report scams, get financial education and protections. Financial & Basic Needs · Legal & Justice Discrimination complaints and civil rights education. Legal & Justice VA clinicians linking justice-involved veterans to care. Legal & Justice · Mental Health & Crisis Priority of service, job search, and training funds. Employment & Business State-registered apprenticeship programs. Employment & Business · Education & Training Free advising for veteran-owned businesses. Employment & Business Government contracting assistance for Washington businesses. Contact Washington APEX about counseling and eligibility. Employment & Business · Financial & Basic Needs National construction apprenticeship connection resource for eligible military community members. Ask about participating programs in Washington. Employment & Business · Education & Training Registered technology apprenticeship information from Apprenti, operated by WTIA Workforce Institute. Candidate selection and employer requirements apply. Employment & Business · Education & Training Tech training and career connections. Employment & Business Free rides to VA medical appointments. Transportation · Health Care Search food banks, pantries, and emergency help. Financial & Basic Needs · Family & Community Western WA hunger-relief network serving veterans and families. Financial & Basic Needs · Family & Community Statewide food security network. Financial & Basic Needs · Family & Community Disaster relief, blood services, emergency family assistance. Family & Community · Financial & Basic Needs County-by-county listings organized by benefits, housing, claims, counseling, VA facilities, nonprofits and more Benefits & Claims · Mental Health & Crisis · Housing & Homelessness Search resource categories across Washington Family & Community Washington veteran rights and assistance fund explainer Benefits & Claims · Financial & Basic Needs Eligibility, care and enrollment Health Care Disability compensation, status and appeals Phone:800-827-1000 Benefits & Claims GI Bill and education benefits Benefits & Claims · Education & Training VR&E; employment and training Employment & Business · Education & Training WorkSource and veteran priority employment services Employment & Business Housing support, HUD-VASH and SSVF referrals Phone:877-424-3838 Housing & Homelessness Free 24/7 confidential support Phone: 988, then press 1, text 838255 Family & Community Vet Center support and after-hours assistance Phone:877-927-8387 Mental Health & Crisis · Tribal Veterans National and state benefit, legal, housing, health care and local assistance links Benefits & Claims · Health Care · Housing & Homelessness · Legal & Justice Eligibility, enrollment, and locations for VA medical care. Health Care 24/7 confidential support for veterans, service members, and families. Mental Health & Crisis PTSD, MST, TBI, and substance use disorder care resources. Mental Health & Crisis · Health Care Confidential readjustment counseling for eligible Veterans, service members, and their families. Check the Vet Center eligibility criteria. Mental Health & Crisis · Family & Community Evidence-based PTSD treatments and support networks. Mental Health & Crisis Health and wellness information, coaching, and non-medical counseling for eligible military community members. Check program eligibility; this is not direct medical care. Health Care · Mental Health & Crisis Comprehensive military healthcare coverage and benefits. Health Care · Benefits & Claims DoD management of military hospitals and clinics. Health Care · Military & Retirement Integrative health and wellness programs. Health Care Resources, respite, and peer support for caregivers. Family & Community · Health Care Military Sexual Trauma-related counseling and treatment. Mental Health & Crisis · Health Care Government-wide veteran resource directory. Benefits & Claims · Health Care · Family & Community Virtual access to VA doctors and specialists. Health Care · Employment & Business Manage prescriptions, appointments, and medical records online. Health Care · Employment & Business DoD and VA collaboration on traumatic brain injury research. Health Care VA information about military environmental exposures and related health evaluations and registries. Health Care National campaign and local coordinators to reduce suicide risk. Mental Health & Crisis Access to healthcare for rural veterans. Health Care Support for prosthetics, wheelchairs, hearing aids, and vision care. Health Care · Recreation & Adaptive Sports Defense Health Agency information and resources on military psychological health. Mental Health & Crisis Access and manage all VA benefits online. Benefits & Claims File, check status, or appeal VA disability claims. Benefits & Claims · Legal & Justice Pension information for eligible wartime Veterans who meet age or disability and financial requirements. Survivor benefits have separate eligibility and application rules. Family & Community · Financial & Basic Needs Explore GI Bill benefits, eligibility, approved training, and the Yellow Ribbon Program. Education & Training · Benefits & Claims Compare schools and tuition assistance. Education & Training Home purchase, refinance, and Native American Direct Loans. Housing & Homelessness · Financial & Basic Needs Request DD-214 and military service records. Benefits & Claims Appeal VA claim decisions. Legal & Justice · Benefits & Claims Explore VA life insurance options, including VALife and Veterans’ Mortgage Life Insurance, and manage existing policies. Financial & Basic Needs · Benefits & Claims Supports transition from service to civilian life. Employment & Business · Benefits & Claims Army-specific retirement and benefit calculators. Benefits & Claims · Military & Retirement Navy transition and benefits information. Benefits & Claims Personnel, separation, and retirement support. Benefits & Claims Retired pay, VA offsets, SBP, and myPay access. Financial & Basic Needs · Military & Retirement Federal employee and military service credit retirement guidance. Military & Retirement Federal 401(k) plan for military and federal workers. Financial & Basic Needs · Military & Retirement Income protection for survivors of retired service members. Military & Retirement · Family & Community Banking and insurance options for military and veterans. Financial & Basic Needs Life insurance and survivor services. Financial & Basic Needs Residences for retired and disabled enlisted veterans. Housing & Homelessness · Military & Retirement Rehabilitation, education, training, and employment support for eligible Veterans with service-connected disabilities. Eligibility and entitlement are determined by VA. Employment & Business · Education & Training Employment programs and USERRA enforcement. Employment & Business · Legal & Justice Federal hiring paths and veterans preference. Employment & Business Government-wide veterans employment initiative. Employment & Business Entrepreneur training and business development. Employment & Business SBA entrepreneurial training, counseling, and business development resources for eligible Veterans, service members, and military spouses. Employment & Business · Financial & Basic Needs Free mentorship and startup support. Employment & Business Authorized civilian work experience and training opportunities for eligible transitioning service members. Participation requires command approval and program eligibility. Employment & Business · Education & Training Career training, industry certification, and employment support for eligible service members, Veterans, and military spouses. Admission and program requirements apply. Employment & Business · Education & Training One-on-one job coaching and career help. Employment & Business Find apprenticeships with veteran preference. Employment & Business · Education & Training Career support for military spouses. Employment & Business · Family & Community Registered apprenticeship information for service members and Veterans, including guidance on eligible GI Bill use. Employer and benefit requirements vary. Employment & Business Wounded Warrior Project support for eligible post-9/11 wounded, ill, or injured service members and Veterans. Check registration and individual program requirements. Employment & Business HUD rental assistance combined with VA case management and supportive services for eligible Veterans experiencing homelessness. Contact VA about screening and referrals. Housing & Homelessness Housing stability, homelessness prevention, and rapid rehousing through local providers for eligible low-income Veteran households. Available assistance depends on eligibility and provider resources. Housing & Homelessness · Financial & Basic Needs Support for veterans involved in the justice system. Legal & Justice Advocacy and resources for homeless veterans. Housing & Homelessness Civil legal case referrals for eligible junior-enlisted service members through military legal assistance offices. This is not a general legal-aid intake service for all Veterans. Legal & Justice Financial education and protections. Financial & Basic Needs Federal financial education resources for the general public, including information on saving, borrowing, and managing money. Financial & Basic Needs IRS Publication 3 explains tax rules for members of the Armed Forces. It does not cover military pensions or Veterans benefits. Financial & Basic Needs · Legal & Justice Legal protections under SCRA and USERRA. Legal & Justice Find local civil legal-aid organizations. Income, case type, and other eligibility rules vary by provider. Legal & Justice Free legal offices by service branch. Legal & Justice Employment assistance and connections to community employers for Veterans participating in VHA homeless programs. Employment & Business · Housing & Homelessness Empowerment and outreach for women veterans. Family & Community Ensures equitable access across minority groups. Family & Community Legacy VA LGBTQ+ health information link. Current page and program availability require confirmation with VA. Family & Community · Health Care Advocacy and support for women in service. Family & Community Equity and community building for minority veterans. Family & Community Support for LGBTQ+ military families and veterans. Family & Community VA adaptive sports and therapeutic recreation information. Event eligibility and participation requirements vary. Recreation & Adaptive Sports Healthy lifestyle coaching for veterans. Health Care National fitness and connection network. Family & Community Adaptive recreation programs nationwide. Recreation & Adaptive Sports Adaptive competitions and events. Recreation & Adaptive Sports Therapeutic outdoor recreation. Mental Health & Crisis Wounded Warrior Project support for eligible post-9/11 wounded, ill, or injured service members and Veterans. Check registration and individual program requirements. Family & Community Annual adaptive sports competition for eligible Veterans who use wheelchairs. Review event eligibility and registration requirements. Recreation & Adaptive Sports VA-coordinated adaptive ski and snowboarding event. Recreation & Adaptive Sports Find federal jobs and learn about veterans’ preference and hiring authorities. Employment & Business Central HR and benefits office for federal employees and retirees. Employment & Business · Military & Retirement · Benefits & Claims Guidance on retirement eligibility, benefits, and survivor annuities. Military & Retirement · Benefits & Claims Manages military and retiree pay, myPay accounts, SBP, and W-2s. Financial & Basic Needs · Military & Retirement Secure online access to military and civilian pay statements. Financial & Basic Needs · Military & Retirement Combines pension and Thrift Savings Plan contributions. Military & Retirement · Financial & Basic Needs Civilian federal retirement program with Social Security and TSP components. Military & Retirement · Employment & Business Legacy federal employee retirement system. Military & Retirement Federal group life insurance for employees and retirees. Financial & Basic Needs · Benefits & Claims Federal employee health plan options. Health Care · Benefits & Claims Explains how military service impacts Social Security benefits. Military & Retirement · Financial & Basic Needs Manages government financial policies and savings bonds for veterans. Financial & Basic Needs Purchase and manage savings bonds and Treasury securities. Financial & Basic Needs IRS Publication 3 explains tax rules for members of the Armed Forces. It does not cover military pensions or Veterans benefits. Financial & Basic Needs · Legal & Justice Federal tax filing options for qualifying taxpayers. Veteran status alone does not establish eligibility; review current income and provider requirements. Financial & Basic Needs · Legal & Justice Tax credit information for qualifying workers and families. Income and other requirements apply; this is not a Veterans-only benefit. Financial & Basic Needs Financial protection and complaint assistance for service members and veterans. Financial & Basic Needs · Legal & Justice Administers the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP). Military & Retirement · Financial & Basic Needs Free tax preparation for qualifying taxpayers through VITA and TCE. Check income, age, language, and other program criteria with a local site. Financial & Basic Needs · Legal & Justice Free tax prep, financial counseling, and benefits guidance for service members and families. Financial & Basic Needs · Legal & Justice · Benefits & Claims Pre-separation financial and benefits workshops. Employment & Business · Financial & Basic Needs Employer tax credits for hiring veterans (WOTC program). Employment & Business · Financial & Basic Needs Explains veterans’ preference and hiring authorities. Employment & Business · Benefits & Claims Information on Service-Disabled and Veteran-Owned Small Business certification (SDVOSB/VOSB). Employment & Business · Financial & Basic Needs Assistance for veterans managing VA-related debts and payments. Financial & Basic Needs · Legal & Justice Defense Travel Management Office guidance for authorized government travel card users. This is not a general Veterans credit or assistance benefit. Financial & Basic Needs · Employment & Business
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