Veteran Services
About one out of six older adults in the Unites States served in the armed forces. On this page, we list some of the local, state, and federal agencies and programs working to ensure that US veterans are able to age with dignity and independence. Some of the programs provide services or benefits to veterans while others assist family caregivers or dependents.
Click on the v-shaped arrow to the right of each program description to view more information.
If a veteran is having suicidal thoughts or a mental health crisis, they or someone they know can call 988 and then press 1 to reach the Veterans Crisis Line. A trained responder will listen and provide support and resources. Calling the crisis line is free and confidential.
Cost: no cost
Who Is Eligible: Veterans, service members, National Guard and Reserve members, and those who support them
Phone: 988, then 1 or (800) 273-8255, then 1
Email: can chat with a counselor through the website or text 838255
Website: https://www.veteranscrisisline.net/
Note: this crisis line operates 24/7, 365 days a year
This state agency helps veterans and their families with education, employment, health care, home loans, housing, and accessing other benefits and services. In addition to providing resources and information on its website, CalVet benefits specialists can provide counseling and referral services.
Cost: no cost
Who Is Eligible: US veterans and their family members
Address: 1227 O Street, Sacramento, CA 95814
Phone: (800) 952-5626
Email: can send message through Contact Us page on website
Website: https://www.calvet.ca.gov/
Congressmember Bera provides information and resources for veterans on his official website. Veterans can contact Representative Bera's office for assistance with veterans' issues.
Cost: no cost
Who Is Eligible: anyone
Address: 8950 Cal Center Drive, Building 3, Suite 100, Sacramento, CA 95826
Phone: (916) 635-0505
Email: can send message through Email Me page on website
Website: https://bera.house.gov/helpforvets
The Sacramento Public Library system provides information about veterans benefits and resources through its website and special events. Trained resource specialists can help veterans and family members navigate and access benefits and other assistance.
Cost: no cost
Who Is Eligible: US veterans and family members
Address: Main branch: 828 I Street, Sacramento, CA 95814 (see website for all library locations)
Phone: (916) 264-2920
Email: can send message through Email the Library page on website
Website: https://www.saclibrary.org/Community/Civic-Services/Veterans
This county program helps veterans and dependents apply for federal, state, and local benefits as well as advocates and offers case management services. The webpage also provides fact sheets on various veteran benefits.
Cost: no cost
Who Is Eligible: US veterans and dependents
Address: 3970 Research Drive, Sacramento, CA 95838
Phone: (916) 874-6811
Email: DHA-VET@saccounty.net
Website: https://ha.saccounty.net/benefits/VeteransServices/Pages/VeteranHome.aspx
This center provides both inpatient and outpatient medical and mental health care for veterans. Shuttlebus service and other transportation options are available.
Cost: no cost
Who Is Eligible: US veterans
Address: 10535 Hospital Way, Mather, CA 95655
Phone: (916) 843-7000
Email: can send a message through the Contact Us page on the website
Website: https://www.va.gov/northern-california-health-care/locations/sacramento-va-medical-center/
This center provides free, confidential counseling to veterans, service members, and family members. They also connect clients with VA and community services.
Cost: no cost
Who Is Eligible: US veterans, service members, and family members
Address: 1111 Howe Ave., #390, Sacramento, CA 95825
Phone: (916) 566-7430
Website: https://www.va.gov/sacramento-vet-center/
Note: information about the Mobile Vet Center and the Citrus Heights Vet Center can be found at https://www.va.gov/sacramento-vet-center/locations/
The VA is the main federal government agency that provides a full range of services and benefits to veterans, including healthcare, career and employment support, housing assistance, and disability services.
Cost: no cost
Who Is Eligible: US military veterans who did not receive a dishonorable discharge and family members (eligibility varies by program)
Phone: (800) 698-2411
Email: can send message through Ask VA page on website
Website: https://www.va.gov/
General Caregiver Support includes resources, education, and support for caregivers of veterans. Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers provides resources, education, support, financial stipends, and health insurance to eligible veterans. The VA also offers a Caregiver Support Line to help caregivers find information and services.
Cost: no cost
Who Is Eligible: caregivers and family members of US veterans
Phone: (855) 260-3274
Email: message can be sent through Contact Us page on website
Website: https://www.caregiver.va.gov/
Caregivers for veterans can connect with a local support coordinator for help accessing VA and other services and benefits. The VA also offers caregiver education and support groups.
Cost: no cost
Who Is Eligible: caregivers of veterans in Northern California, including Sacramento County
Address: 10535 Hospital Way, Mather, CA 95655-4200
Phone: (916) 843-9043
Email: nchcscaregiversupport@va.gov
Website: https://www.va.gov/northern-california-health-care/health-services/caregiver-support/
The Women Veterans Program provides gender-specific medical, therapeutic, supportive, and social services to all eligible and enrolled women veterans. The Woman Veterans Call Center is also available to assist with eligibility and enrollment questions or other concerns at (855) 829-6636.
Cost: no cost
Who Is Eligible: U.S. women veterans
Address: 10535 Hospital Way, Mather, CA 95655
Phone: (916) 843-2919
Email: v21macwomenveteransprogram@va.gov
Website: https://www.va.gov/northern-california-health-care/health-services/women-veteran-care/
This program uses golf as a therapy tool for disabled veterans. The group is working to develop a community center and golf training facility.
Cost: no cost
Who Is Eligible: U.S. veterans
Address: 8040 Hoopes Dr., Citrus Heights, CA 95610
Phone: (916) 757-9193
Email: can send message through Contact Us page on website or email jeanne.angelwatch@comcast.net
Website: https://www.veteranscommunitycenterch.com/
Note: the community center is located at 6921 Sylvan Rd, Citrus Heights, CA 95610
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This page was created by Kimberly Conn. Last updated 7/21/2022