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Connecting Arizona service members, veterans, families & helpers to information, support and resources.
Support: 866-4AZ-VETS (866-429-8387)
AZ Dept. of Veterans' Services
AZ Dept. of Veterans' Services
AZ Dept. of Veterans' Services
Our Mission is to be the catalyst in response to the evolving needs of Arizona's veterans, service members and their families.
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AZURA Vets Coalition- Mesa
AZURA Vets Coalition- Mesa
ADVS employs more than 40 dedicated Veteran Benefits Counselors (VBCs) statewide, who are dual-accredited by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and the American Legion.
AZURA Vets Coalition- Mesa
AZURA Vets Coalition- Mesa
AZURA Vets Coalition- Mesa
At Azura Veterans Coalition, we are committed to providing a comprehensive range of services to support the diverse needs of veterans and their families. Our center serves as a one stop hub for accessable, tailored assisstance using a case management approach.
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Connecting Arizona service members, veterans, families & helpers to information, support and resources.
Hire + Retain Veterans
Veterans with disabilities can be an asset to any organization.
Creating a Veteran Hiring Program: Program Execution
This course outlines the ways a Veteran hiring program benefits businesses.
Other Resources
Schedule VA Health Appointments
Schedule, cancel, and manage some health appointments online.
Submit or Check your VA Claim or appeal
Sign in with your existing Login.gov, ID.me, DS Logon, or My HealtheVet account.
If you don’t have any of these accounts, you can create a free Login.gov or ID.me account now.
Refill your VA prescriptions, track their delivery, and create lists to organize your medicines online.
Apply or Review your Education Benefits
Find out how to apply for the GI Bill and other VA education benefits as a Veteran, service member, or qualified family member.
Request Military Service Records ( DD214 etc. and Service Related Medical Records)
Apply for Various Types of Veteran ID Cards
There are many types of identification cards you can use to show you’re a Veteran. You only need to have one of them for this purpose. Learn about the different types of VA ID cards and other Veteran ID options.
The Arizona Department of Veterans’ Services is proud to launch the Veteran Tool Kit Program. It was created to help unemployed veterans get the supplies they need to start working. Surveyed veterans repeatedly said they were ready to work, but needed a few things to get them there, ranging from boots and tools to bicycles. Or Visit any Arizona@work office
Intelligent - Veterans Guide to Vocational Schools If you’re a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces, you may have access to educational benefits through veteran assistance programs. In addition to helping veterans attend traditional four-year colleges, these benefits can also be applied to vocational schools and apprenticeships.
Start the career you've dreamed about, or find one you never imagined.
With over 20 years of combined Military experience and multiple deployments, we understand first-hand what it means to serve. We've also experienced first-hand the challenges of leveraging our military backgrounds to launch a civilian career. In our own transitions from Active Duty, we noticed the obvious need for a Veteran-oriented service specializing in professional profile development, starting with a great resume. The existing resources covered everything from balancing a check book to obtaining a home loan, while the resume help was often a single article or blog with general advice for any job seeker.
A Veteran’s Resume and Job Hunting Guide - ResumeBuilder.com The transition from military to civilian life is hard. Veterans are expected to make a big change in their environment, responsibility, and social atmosphere. In our guide, there is essential information on finding a new job as a veteran. In this guide, we will cover many of the difficulties veterans face in their job transition, the best industries for veterans, how to find the right job, and how to prepare for the application process.
Veteran Career-Transition Assistance Program
VetCTAP's mission is to increase the veteran employment rate by helping transitioning veterans, and military spouses build personal confidence and enhance their individual economic stability through job search skills training, practical tools, and one-on-one coaching.
Veterans Business Outreach Center – Small Business Administration
The Veterans Business Outreach Center (VBOC) program is designed to provide entrepreneurial development services such as business training, counseling, and resource partner referrals to transitioning service members, veterans, National Guard & Reserve members, and military spouses interested in starting or growing a small business. SBA has 22 organizations participating in this cooperative agreement and serving as Veterans Business Outreach Centers (VBOC).
As a veteran, many of the skills you learned in the military can be especially helpful in running a business. The wide range of hard and soft skills you acquired through service can be transferred with great success to the private sector. Many veterans are doing just that.
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When you earn your degree part-time at Syracuse University, you’re following in the footsteps of thousands of our alumni who have been making their mark on the world since our founding in 1870. We’ve used that experience to build online programs that reflect the academic quality that is Syracuse University’s standard while also providing flexibility to fit the busy schedules of the modern world.
Park University Gilbert Campus: Veteran Admissions
The Global Warrior Center is a one-stop shop for Park's military students and families, whether on campus, online or at one of our 39 centers. Dedicated support staff with military service knowledge help you make the most of your benefits, transition in or out of active duty military service and find specialized support services tailored to your needs.
ASU Tillman Veterans Center
Supporting military and veteran-affiliated students at Arizona State University.
Boulder Crest Foundation – Sonoita, AZ
Boulder Crest understands trauma and stress. We know that traumatic stress is debilitating. Our mission is to help struggling veterans, first responders, and their families rediscover hope, purpose, and a belief in a future that is truly worth living. Our team at Boulder Crest uses the science of Posttraumatic Growth to train participants through a proven process of transformation.
At Heal the Hero Foundation, we believe communities thrive when our first responders are mentally and physically resilient. Neighborhoods become safer and more vibrant places to live, work, and play. And at the heart of every crisis, residents can find a hero to help when they are in need.
PTSD Foundation of America
Bringing hope and healing to Combat Veterans and their families suffering from the effects of combat-related Post Traumatic Stress.
Shields & Stripes
Prioritizes the health and wellness of Veterans, Law Enforcers and First Responders and brings Special Operations resilience experience to care for first-line defenders. Their innovative solution treats a sub-population suffering in silence to increased levels of mental health issues and encourages help-seeking culture change among the service members, veterans, and first responder community. Their compassion and determination decrease negative perceptions, minimizing bias and eliminating discrimination against those isolated and in pain don't get left behind. The Heroes Journey Program is 4-weeks in-person Physical, Mental, Emotional and Cognitive therapies, 12-weeks of individual and family-centered virtual performance therapies.
At Military OneSource, we have one mission – to connect you to your best MilLife. We’re here to help, with information and resources vetted by the Department of Defense. Military OneSource connects you to programs, services and products developed to help you navigate military life. This page provides links to the benefits found throughout the Military OneSource website.
We show our appreciation by offering a 50% discount to active or retired military and law enforcement. **Tricare members: we offer 6 ketamine infusions for free with an approved course of TMS treatment as part of our commitment to the military. We make Ketamine as affordable as possible. Providing the initial infusion at no charge is a commitment we have made to the success of Ketamine treatment.
We offer golf clinics to our combat wounded veterans and their families. Our clinics follow a “teach, play, compete” model that allows combat wounded veterans to learn how to play, demonstrate their skills, and engage in friendly competition against their fellow companions.
Forging America's Leading Health & Wellness Community for Veterans
Arizona Coalition of Military Families
Building Arizona’s statewide capacity to care for, serve and support service members, veterans, their families and communities.
Shields & Stripes
Prioritizes the health and wellness of Veterans, Law Enforcers and First Responders and brings Special Operations resilience experience to care for first-line defenders. Their innovative solution treats a sub-population suffering in silence to increased levels of mental health issues and encourages help-seeking culture change among the service members, veterans, and first responder community. Their compassion and determination decrease negative perceptions, minimizing bias and eliminating discrimination against those isolated and in pain don't get left behind. The Heroes Journey Program is 4-weeks in-person Physical, Mental, Emotional and Cognitive therapies, 12-weeks of individual and family-centered virtual performance therapies.
Senior Helpers of Gilbert & Chandler is helping senior Veterans to understand how they can qualify and apply for the VA’s Aid & Attendance Benefit, which pays seniors for the in-home senior care they need to live comfortably and safely.
We solve the challenges that business leaders face. By bringing community influencers together and supporting business-friendly initiatives, we can inspire business leaders, raise the next generation of local leadership and build a stronger Gilbert.
With a rich history of more than 130 years, the Mesa Chamber of Commerce has remained committed in bringing top-of-the-line networking opportunities to the community. Existing to improve, promote, and advocate for businesses in Mesa, the Chamber offers a wide variety of programs and events throughout the year to ensure local success.
Queen Creek Chamber of Commerce
The Queen Creek Chamber is focused on connecting the community with local businesses. The Chamber’s goal is to provide resources and relief to its members and keep the community informed and involved.
Southwest Veterans Chamber of Commerce
The Southwest Veterans Chamber of Commerce is a non-profit organization whose mission is to improve business opportunities and enhance the economic environment of Veterans, Veteran Owned and Veteran Supportive businesses in the Southwestern United States.
Veterans Medical Leadership Council
The Returning Warrior Program started in 2005 to financially assist Veterans transitioning back into the civilian community who were experiencing difficulty meeting their basic needs. The program is primarily for Veterans that are registered at the Phoenix VA Health Care System and are working with a social worker. Social workers will help make sure the Veteran is taking full advantage of their benefits and evaluate each request for assistance. Once approved, all checks are mailed directly to the payee (e.g., landlord, utility company).
Support Services for Veteran Families - Community Bridges Az.
This program provides:
- Assistance paying for housing
- Assistance finding housing
- Case management
- Connection to additional veteran's benefits
- Connection to additional community support
Alternative Veteran and Families Site
Save A Suit. Free Suit
Save A Suit is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that provides veterans and transitioning service members with business suits, professional attire, and other clothing resources they need to achieve job security.
American Corporate Partners
American Corporate Partners (ACP) is a national nonprofit organization focused on helping returning veterans and active duty spouses find their next careers through one-on-one mentoring, networking and online career advice. More than 1 million veterans are expected to transition from the armed forces to civilian life over the next five years. ACP engages the American people in a unique volunteer opportunity to provide career guidance to returning military as they transition back into civilian life. We believe that the biggest issue facing our returning service members is not unemployment – it’s underemployment. ACP focuses on helping veterans and active duty spouses find meaningful employment opportunities and develop long-term careers.
Shields & Stripes
Prioritizes the health and wellness of Veterans, Law Enforcers and First Responders and brings Special Operations resilience experience to care for first-line defenders. Their innovative solution treats a sub-population suffering in silence to increased levels of mental health issues and encourages help-seeking culture change among the service members, veterans, and first responder community. Their compassion and determination decrease negative perceptions, minimizing bias and eliminating discrimination against those isolated and in pain don't get left behind. The Heroes Journey Program is 4-weeks in-person Physical, Mental, Emotional and Cognitive therapies, 12-weeks of individual and family-centered virtual performance therapies.
List of Veteran and military discounts are good all year round and will be updated as we learn of more. These discounts are being shared so that Veterans, military members, their families, caregivers and survivors are aware of all resources available to them. Discounts were last verified in October 2021.
**Note: While these resources have been vetted to meet certain criteria, they are not affiliated with or endorsed by Vets4Vets.
True Life Harmony Hypnotherapy is a tool like any other within your reach. It can be used to stop smoking, manage weight issues, increase focus, motivation, confidence, and your desire to be better overall. Although Hypnotherapy is not a covered service by VA, or Traditional Medical Insurance, 20% Discounts are offered to Veterans.
Working with Disabled Combat Veterans. They take them on Hunting and Fishing Trips
Ray Powell – East Valley Field Representative for Az Chapter 660-232-1512
Sheila Martin Pres. Of Az. Chapter 928-715-5718 | smartin@veteranssportsmanalliance.org
They do Scuba Diving in the Bahamas twice a year for Veterans
Neysa Grzywa 602-576-0129 | neysa@deepseavalkyries.com
Tom Slaughter 480-628-9977 | funtoshoot@gmail.com
Shields & Stripes
Prioritizes the health and wellness of Veterans, Law Enforcers and First Responders and brings Special Operations resilience experience to care for first-line defenders. Their innovative solution treats a sub-population suffering in silence to increased levels of mental health issues and encourages help-seeking culture change among the service members, veterans, and first responder community. Their compassion and determination decrease negative perceptions, minimizing bias and eliminating discrimination against those isolated and in pain don't get left behind. The Heroes Journey Program is 4-weeks in-person Physical, Mental, Emotional and Cognitive therapies, 12-weeks of individual and family-centered virtual performance therapies.
VETERANS COMMUNITY AZ was created to connect Veterans to their community and veteran resources. We accomplish this by building camaraderie through engagement in local community events, volunteer activities and veteran resource events where we strive to provide our veterans the info and resources needed to help garner employment, education and a multitude of other helpful resources.
Federico ( Derick ) Anies (USN / Ret.)Veteran Outreach Specialist 602-640-2981
MISSION
Soldier’s Best Friend provides U.S. military veterans living with combat-related Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) or Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) with Service or Therapeutic Companion Dogs, most of which are rescued from local shelters. The veteran and dog train together to build a trusting relationship that saves two lives at once and inspires countless others.
Grounded No More Veteran Flight Lift
These flights are completely free and provided to our veterans as my family's way of thanking them for keeping us free. Your donations are helping us fund our Veteran Ministry. As of February 2022, we have given a free flight to over 458 veterans. God Bless you for your support.
No matter what you may be experiencing, there is support for getting your life on a better track. Many, many Veterans have found the strength to reach out and make the connection.
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