Resources

2025 VA Federal Benefits Guide

Community Organizations

• Central Coast Veterans Helping Veterans (CCVHV)
  Organized to assist veterans residing in San Luis Obispo County, providing mentorship and support for transitioning to civilian life.
  Contact: William Crewe
  Phone: (805) 242-5575
  Website: CCVHV
  
  

• American Legion Post 50
  Provides support and resources for veterans and their families, including assistance with VA hospitals, clinics, pension issues, and healthcare needs.
  Address: 240 Scott Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446
  Phone: (805) 238-4753
  Website: Paso Robles American Legion
  
  

• Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 10965
  Offers camaraderie and support for veterans, including assistance with navigating civilian life and accessing resources and benefits.
  Address: 240 Scott Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446
  Phone: (805) 238-4753
  Website: VFW Post 10965

Counseling Services

• San Luis Obispo Vet Center
  Offers confidential counseling and support for veterans, service members, and their families, including services for PTSD, MST, and bereavement.
  Address: 1070 Southwood Drive, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
  Phone: (805) 782-9101
  Website: San Luis Obispo Vet Center

Educational Programs

• Cuesta College Veterans Resource Center
  Assists veterans and family members with a smooth transition from military to college, offering personalized services in a welcoming environment.
  Address: Highway 1, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
  Phone: (805) 546-3142
  Website: Cuesta College Veterans Services

Employment Resources

• San Luis Obispo Veterans Service Collaborative (SVSC)
  Works to increase employment opportunities by connecting veterans to existing education and training programs.
  Contact: Via website
  Website: SVSC Employment Resources

Health Services

• San Luis Obispo VA Clinic
  Provides primary care and specialty health services, including mental health care, laboratory services, and more.
  Address: 1288 Morro Street, Suite 200, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
  Phone: (805) 543-1233
  Website: San Luis Obispo VA Clinic
  
  

• San Luis Obispo Vet Center
  Offers confidential help for veterans, service members, and their families at no cost, including counseling for depression, PTSD, and other needs.
  Address: 1070 Southwood Drive, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
  Phone: (805) 782-9101
  Website: San Luis Obispo Vet Center

Housing Support

• Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) - CAPSLO
  Provides a range of supportive services to address barriers to stable housing for low-income veterans and those at risk of becoming homeless.
  Address: 1030 Southwood Drive, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
  Phone: (805) 541-4122
  Website: CAPSLO SSVF

Legal Assistance

• San Luis Obispo County Veterans Treatment Court
  A treatment program for veterans suffering from mental health issues, providing alternatives to traditional case proceedings with a focus on rehabilitation.
  Contact: San Luis Obispo County Veterans Services Office
  Phone: (805) 781-5766
  Website: Veterans Treatment Court

VA Benefits Assistance

• San Luis Obispo County Veterans Services Office
  Connects veterans, their dependents, and survivors to federal, state, and local veteran benefits and services.
  Address: 801 Grand Avenue, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408
  Phone: (805) 781-5766
  Website: SLO County Veterans Services

Veterans Administration

• U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Main Website
  Provides comprehensive information on all VA services, benefits, and resources for veterans, service members, and their families.
  Website: VA.gov

• Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
  Offers details about VA health care services, including facility locations, health programs, and how to apply for VA health benefits.
  Website: VHA

• Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA)
  Provides information on VA benefits such as disability compensation, pension, education, home loans, life insurance, and vocational rehabilitation.
  Website: VBA

• National Cemetery Administration (NCA)
  Offers information on burial benefits, scheduling burials, and maintaining national cemeteries for veterans and eligible family members.
  Website: NCA

• VA Facility Locator
  Allows users to search for VA facilities, including medical centers, clinics, and regional offices, by state or service type.
  Website: VA Facility Locator

• VA Benefits A-Z
  Provides an alphabetical index of all VA benefits and services, making it easier to find specific information.
  Website: Benefits A-Z

• VA Regional Offices
  Lists all VA regional offices with links to their websites, offering localized information on benefits and services.
  Website: Regional Offices

• VA Artificial Intelligence
  Showcases VA's initiatives in artificial intelligence aimed at improving services and care for veterans.
  Website: VA Artificial Intelligence

• VA Research & Development
  Highlights VA's research programs and advancements in veteran healthcare.
  Website: VA Research

• VA Careers
  Provides information on career opportunities within the VA, including job listings and application resources.
  Website: VA Careers

VFW Member Resources

• VFW National
  The official website of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, providing resources, advocacy, and support for veterans and their families.
  Website: vfw.org

• VFW Department of California
  The official website of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Department of California, offering support, programs, and advocacy for veterans across the state.
  Website: vfwca.org

• VFW Department of California District 6
  The official website for VFW California District 6, providing resources, events, and support for veterans and posts within the district.
  Website: vfwcadist6.org

• VFW Store
  The official online store of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, offering VFW-branded merchandise, uniforms, awards, and fundraising materials to support veterans and local posts.
  Website: vfwstore.org