Veterans Services — Orange, CA
Resources, benefits assistance, and support for veterans and their families.
🚨 Veterans Crisis Line
If you or a veteran you know is in crisis, help is available 24/7.
988 — Press 1
Call 988 and press 1 for the Veterans Crisis Line.
Or text 838255 · Chat at VeteransCrisisLine.net
#BeTheOne
The American Legion's "Be the One" campaign is a nationwide initiative to reduce veteran suicide. Approximately 17 veterans die by suicide every day in the United States. That is 17 too many.
Post 132 is committed to this mission. If you know a veteran who is struggling, you can make a difference. Be the one to check in, listen, and connect them with help.
- ★ Ask directly — it's okay to ask a veteran how they are doing
- ★ Listen without judgment — sometimes presence is enough
- ★ Connect them with resources — you don't have to have all the answers
- ★ Follow up — a text or call the next day shows you care
Crisis Resources
Confidential chat available 24/7
Veterans Resources
Connecting veterans and their families with the benefits and services they've earned.
VA Healthcare
Eligible veterans can receive comprehensive healthcare through the VA system. Contact the Long Beach VA Medical Center for enrollment and care.
(562) 826-8000
Disability Compensation
Veterans with service-connected disabilities may be entitled to monthly tax-free compensation. Our accredited service officers can help you file a claim.
through the American Legion
Education Benefits (GI Bill)
The Post-9/11 GI Bill and other VA education benefits can help veterans pay for college, vocational training, and more. Don't leave education benefits on the table.
Chapter 35, and more available
Home Loan Guarantee
VA home loans offer competitive rates with no down payment required for eligible veterans. One of the most valuable benefits available to veterans.
Competitive interest rates
Employment Assistance
The American Legion and VA offer programs to help transitioning service members and veterans find civilian employment and translate military skills.
and career counseling available
Caregiver Support
The VA's Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers (PCAFC) provides support, training, and financial assistance to caregivers of eligible veterans.
and health coverage for caregivers
VA Claims
Assistance
The American Legion has a nationwide network of accredited service officers who provide free assistance to veterans filing VA disability claims, appeals, and other benefits applications.
You should never have to pay someone to file a VA benefits claim. The American Legion's service officers are trained, accredited, and completely free to veterans and their families.
Disability Claims
Filing for service-connected disability compensation — initial claims, increases, and appeals.
Pension Claims
Veterans Pension and Survivors Benefit programs for wartime veterans and their families.
Healthcare Enrollment
Assistance enrolling in VA healthcare and navigating the VA health system.
National Resources
Additional programs and resources from the American Legion and federal agencies.
Need to Share Sensitive Documents?
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- Military-grade AES-256 encryption in your browser
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Looking for Local Orange County Resources?
We've compiled a directory of local Orange County organizations — from free legal help and housing assistance to employment programs and mental health support — all serving veterans in our community.
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