Veterans

County of San Diego Office of Military & Veterans Affairs

Our Forgotten Heroes

Men and women who served our country should never have to sleep on sidewalks or under freeways, but veterans at risk of or experiencing homelessness may not realize the wealth of benefits and support services available to them. The County of San Diego OMVA works with partner organizations to help vets find emergency and permanent housing, as well as access financial, medical and employment assistance.

Published December, 2020

County of San Diego Office of Military & Veterans Affairs

Our Hidden Heroes

The San Diego Office of Military and Veterans Affairs is the vanguard for finding and security benefits and services to military, veterans and their families.

Published March, 2020

Kern County Veterans Service Department

Giving Back to Those Who Served

The Kern County Veterans Service Department is a one-stop shop that serves veterans of all ages and from all branches of the military. The department can help veterans learn about and apply for state and federal benefits, including insurance, medical care, disability payments, home loan guaranties and educational assistance. But it only happens once you walk through those doors. Take a look inside at how you can access benefits after serving your country.

Published January, 2019

Riverside County Department of Veterans' Services

You Served Your Country. Now Let Us Serve You.

Those who serve are trained to leave no man or woman behind. That doesn't change for veterans when their active duty service is through. At the Riverside County Department of Veterans' Services offices, veterans will find other veterans ready and able to assist them in obtaining the benefits they have earned. Click through to learn more about what you may be eligible for!

Published December, 2018

Santa Clara Veterans

Chúng Tôi Hiểu Rõ Quý Vị

Văn Phòng Dịch Vụ Giúp Cựu Chiến Binh hạt Santa Clara (VSO) hiểu rõ nhu cầu của các cựu chiến binh hiện ở trong Hạt Santa Clara. Cho dù quý vị đã phục vụ tại Việt Nam hay Afghanistan, cho dù quý vị đã phục vụ trong một cuộc chiến hoặc tại quê hương – quý vị đã tích góp được phúc lợi cho mình.

Published October, 2018

Santa Clara Veterans

Nosotros lo comprendemos

La Oficina de Servicios para Veteranos del Condado de Santa Clara (VSO) entiende las necesidades de los veteranos aquí en el Condado de Santa Clara. Si usted sirvió en Vietnam o Afganistán, si sirvió en una guerra o en casa — usted ha ganado estos beneficios.

Published October, 2018

Santa Clara Veterans

We Get You

Santa Clara County Veteran Services Office (VSO) understands the needs of Veterans here in Santa Clara County. Whether you served in Vietnam or Afghanistan, whether you served in a war or at home — you earned benefits. Learn more about what the VSO can do for you!

Published October, 2018

County of San Diego Office of Military & Veterans Affairs

Uncommon Heroes. Common Virtues.

The County of San Diego Office of Military & Veterans Affairs honors veterans of the Vietnam War.

Published September, 2018

San Joaquin County Veterans Service Office

Here to Serve

The San Joaquin County Veterans Service Office serves those who have served our nation.

Published September, 2018

County of San Diego Office of Military & Veterans Affairs

We Salute You

San Diego County is a great place to be a veteran, thanks in large part to the County of San Diego Office of Military & Veterans Affairs. With numerous locations where vets and their families can access services, the military community has a wide network of support. This publication celebrates the contributions and sacrifice of female veterans who make up the 3.2 million residents of San Diego County associated with the military.

Published October, 2017

San Mateo County Veterans Service Office

If You Served, You Earned

The men and women who have made sacrifices to serve their country deserve the benefits they have earned. However, sometimes they are unaware of the benefits and services they are entitled to, or face challenges accessing them. San Mateo County is a leader in offering services for veterans and their families. As part of the county’s Human Services Agency, the VSO offers support for veterans and their families through connecting veterans to state and federal benefits and referrals to services from the county Human Services Agency. The VSO wants every San Mateo County veteran to walk through their doors and get all the support they deserve — and that goal is only achievable through the community's support.

Published October, 2016

County of Santa Cruz Veteran's Services Office

A Mission to Serve Veterans

Veterans often don’t claim benefits because they are too proud or think they’ll deprive more needy veterans from financial assistance. But the truth is benefits never run out and often veterans fall on hard times and need this assistance. It is best to apply for benefits before a veteran reaches crisis, and Santa Cruz Veterans Services Office is here to help.

Published June, 2016

County of Santa Cruz Veteran's Services Office

La misión de Servir a los Veterans

Veterans often don’t claim benefits because they are too proud or think they’ll deprive more needy veterans from financial assistance. But the truth is benefits never run out and often veterans fall on hard times and need this assistance. It is best to apply for benefits before a veteran reaches crisis, and Santa Cruz Veterans Services Office is here to help.

Published June, 2016

San Joaquin County Veterans Service Office

We Know VA Benefits

If you are a veteran in San Joaquin County and haven’t connected with San Joaquin County Veterans Services, you may be missing out on a valuable resource in our community. San Joaquin County Veterans Services is able to advocate for veterans and help them navigate the Veterans Affairs system to help them get the benefits they have earned. Unfortunately, many veterans don’t connect with the department until they are in crisis. Even if they are unsure if they qualify, veterans should contact the department as soon as possible to find out what they are entitled to.

Published June, 2016

County of San Diego Office of Military & Veterans Affairs

Back at Home, We Have Your Back

San Diego County is a great place to be a veteran. With 15 locations, San Diego Office of Military & Veterans Affairs serves a vast community of America's service members: 40% of the population of San Diego county (1.2 million people) are veterans or family of a vet. Many know that benefits are available, but they don’t know what they are or where to begin. Others think they don’t qualify or don’t deserve these benefits. The San Diego County Office of Military & Veterans Affairs is here to help, with knowledgeable staff that can help veterans claim all the benefits they are eligible for. This publication will educate veterans and family members on the benefits available to them and encourage them to not go it alone.

Published May, 2016

Northern Nevada Veterans Resource Center

A Home for the Brave

Veterans served our country with duty and purpose. But once they exit the military, they face a transition that can be challenging without support. Some veterans become homeless, and there are nearly 50,000 of them living on the streets of America on any given night. Northern Nevada Veterans Resource Center has a plan to address homelessness among veterans as well as prevent it.

Published December, 2015