Veterans
External Links
Crisis Line for Veterans
The Veterans Crisis Line connects veterans in crisis and their loved ones to Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) responders through a confidential toll-free hotline, online chat, or text. The crisis line is available any time day or night, and services are available for Deaf or hard of hearing individuals. By phone: 1 (800) 273-8255 (press 1). By TTY: 1 (800) 799-4889. By Online Chat. By text message: 838255.
Paralyzed Veterans of America (PVA)
Paralyzed Veterans of America (PVA) is a Veterans Service Organization (VSO) with 72 National Service Offices and 34 chapters nationwide, which help veterans access benefits. PVA is also focused on vocational rehabilitation, medical research, adaptive sports, and legislative advocacy on disability rights.
Disabled American Veterans (DAV)
Disabled American Veterans (DAV) is a Veterans’ Service Organization (VSO) with chapters across the United States. DAV offers assistance with filing benefits claims, provides rides to medical appointments, and has Mobile Service Offices, which can travel to veterans with mobility barriers.
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
This United States Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) page offers basic information about Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) and how to receive TBI care through the Polytrauma System of Care and other VA medical centers. The website includes links to a program locater, concussion coach mobile app, and information about screening, admission and referrals.
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Here, the United States Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) provides a page of information and treatment resources for veterans experiencing Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).
United States Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) – eBenefits
Managed jointly by the United States Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the United States Department of Defense (DOD), this page provides an online gateway to benefits information. Using this online tool, a veteran can apply for health, disability, education, pension, vocational rehabilitation and employment services, as well as manage benefits, health care information, prescriptions and appointments.
United States Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)
The United States Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), is the federal government agency charged with serving veterans. Among other programs, the VA provides financial benefits, health care, mental health services, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)-related services, and Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)-related services, through a national network of service offices and medical centers.
Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA)
The Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA) helps connect veterans and their families to the benefits and services they earned through their military service. The WDVA website contains information on topics such as benefits, veterans homes, veterans cemeteries, resources for women veterans, veteran business, and other veterans’ programs.
Puget Sound Health Care System
The Veterans Affairs (VA) Puget Sound Health Care System serves the Puget Sound region of Washington State with seven community-based outpatient sites, and two hospitals located in Seattle and Lakewood.
King County Veterans Program
The King County Veterans Program serves low-income, homeless, and at-risk veterans, as well as veterans with disabilities and their families who live in King County, Washington. Qualified veterans may access resources including emergency financial assistance, case management, veterans’ benefits counseling, and other supportive services.
Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS), Economic Services Administration – Veterans Resources
The Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS), Economic Services Administration (ESA) has compiled a list of veterans’ resources, including links to financial, employment, legal, and housing information.
WorkSource Washington
WorkSource is Washington State’s official site for online career and employment services. Here, veterans can search job listings, get job search help, and access career information.
Northwest Justice Project, CLEAR Hotline
CLEAR is the statewide intake line for free and low-cost civil legal aid in Washington. Individuals with low incomes and legal issues may receive legal resources, information, and referrals to legal services providers in their geographic area. In King County, individuals may access these services by calling 2-1-1. Otherwise, individuals may reach CLEAR by calling 1 (888) 201-1014 or use the online intake form on the website. Seniors (people age 60 and over) can access intake by calling CLEAR*Sr at 1 (888) 387-7111. Veterans may dial 1 (855) 657-8387.
Mental Health Services
The United States Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) offers an array of mental health services. This webpage provides a link to a handbook entitled “Guide to VA Mental Health Services for Veterans & Families,” which describes mental health services and how to access them.