State Resources
CRISIS
Alabama Suicide Prevention and Resources Coalition
P.O. Box 360244, Hoover, AL 35236
205-677-6116
Crisis Center (Central Alabama)
- Main Line: 205-323-7777
Teen Line: 205-328-LINK (205-328-5465)
Kids’ Help Line: 205-328-KIDS (205-328-5437)
Senior Talk Line: 205-328-TALK (205-328-8255)
HEALTHCARE
Anniston/Oxford Clinic
96 Ali Way Creekside South, Oxford, AL 36203
256-832-4141
Bessemer CBOC
975 9th Avenue SW, Suite 400, Bessemer, AL 35022
205-428-3495
Birmingham VA Medical Center
700 South 19th Street, Birmingham, AL 35233
205-933-8101
Central Alabama Veterans Health Care System East Campus
2400 Hospital Road, Tuskeegee, AL 36083
334-727-0550 | 800-214-8387
Central Alabama Veterans Health Care System West Campus
215 Perry Hill Road, Montgomery, AL 36109
334-272-4670 | 800-214-8387
Childersburg CBOC
151 9th Avenue NW, Childersburg, AL 35044
256-378-9026
Dothan CBOC
2020 Alexander Drive, Dothan, AL 36301
334-673-4166
Dothan Mental Health Clinic
753 Ross Clark Circle, Suite 4, Dothan, AL 36303
334-678-1933
Gadsden CBOC
206 Rescia Avenue, Gadsden, AL 35906
256-413-7154
Guntersville CBOC
101 Judy Smith Drive, Guntersville, AL 35976
256-582-4033
HealingWaters
A non-profit organization designed to offer therapeutic outdoor recreation for disabled veterans through fly fishing
301-830-6450
Huntsville Clinic
500 Markaview Road NW, Huntsville, AL 35805
256-535-3100
Jasper Clinic
1454 Jones Dairy Road, Jasper, AL 35501
205-221-7384
Lone Warriors
Provides a healthy and positive form of therapy outside through photography for veterans injured during combat or combat training exercises.
205-378-9248
Mobile Outpatient Clinic
1504 SpringHill Avenue, Mobile, AL 36604
251-219-3900
Monroeville CBOC
159 Whetstone Street, Monroeville, AL 36400
251-743-5861 | 251-743-5862
Selma Outpatient Clinic
206 Vaughan Memorial Drive, Selma, AL 36701
334-418-4975
Shoals Area (Florence) Clinic
422 Cox Boulevard, Suite DD, Sheffield, AL 35660
256-381-9055
Tuscaloosa VA Medical Center
3701 Loop Road East, Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
- 205-554-2000 | 888-269-3045
Veterans Recovery Resources
Veterans Recovery Resources
156 SpringHill Avenue, Mobile, AL 36604
866-648-7334
Volunteers of America Southeast
Assists veterans with permanent and transitional housing, case management, and assistance with daily living skills, finding employment, and accessing health care.
Erin Garzelli (Case Manager): 205-377-3080
Angie Forest (SSVF Rapid Resolution Specialist): 205-377-3106
Wiregrass CBOC
Wiregrass CBOC
301 Andrews Avenue, Fort Rucker, AL 36362
800-214-8387 x7831
LEGAL
AMVETS
A congressionally-chartered veterans service organization that advocates for veterans to improve their quality of life, as well as their family’s and community’s quality of life; Membership is open to veterans who honorably served, or currently serve, in the U.S. Armed Forces, including National Guard & Reserves; Assists in filing claims through their group of National Service Officers, advocates for quality healthcare for veterans, assists in job placement for veterans, scholarships, etc.
1-877-726-8387
Jefferson County Veterans Treatment Court
Established to help veterans who have been charged with crimes stemming from mental health and substance abuse issues with being productive members of society and lessen the chance of reoffending.
205-325-5252
Legal Services Alabama
A non-profit designed to assist low-income individuals with civil legal matters.
866-456-4995
Military Officers Association of America
The largest, most influential association of military officers; independent, nonprofit, non-partisan organization that is comprised of active duty, National Guard, Reserve, retired, former officers, and them families that speak for a strong national defense and represent the interests of military officers in them careers.
800-234-6622 | 703-549-2311
Veterans Justice Outreach Program
Program with the intentions of identifying justice-involved veterans and getting them access to VA services at the earliest point; Builds and maintains partnerships between the VA and key elements of the criminal justice system.
Vietnam Veterans of America
Offers claims assistance, financial advising, job placement, and advocates for veterans in the medical field as well as the legal field.
301-585-4000
EMPLOYMENT RESOURCES
Alabama Department of Rehabilitation Services
Operates the Alabama Governor’s Committee on Employment of People with Disabilities which is designed to assist veterans returning from World War II.
334-293-7500
Alethia House
Runs Jobs for Vets Program in Birmingham and Montgomery to provide employment training and job placement services to homeless veterans.
205-324-6502
Three Hots and A Cot
A non-profit organization dedicated to aiding veterans while they transition back into civilian society; Assists with meals, showers, laundry, transportation, clothing, job/resume services.
205-520-2356
Veterans Outreach
Offers several programs for veterans that include the Direct Aid Program (assists with shelter, rent, utilities, food, auto maintenance, clothing, relocation), the Outreach Program (helps with finding employment), Heroes’ Closet Program (offers free clothing and personal items), and the Daily Food Pantry Program (through which donated foods are given to veterans in need).
866-3VETNET
Volunteers of America Southeast
Assists veterans with permanent and transitional housing, case management, and assistance with daily living skills, finding employment, and accessing health care.
Erin Garzelli: 205-377-3080 | Angie Forest: 205-377-3106
HOUSING RESOURCES
Alethia House
Partners with homeless shelters, transitional housing programs, and veteran service organization to identify program participants; Eligibility for Homeless Veteran Reintegration Grant is that the individual served one day in the military/military training.
205-324-6502
Ben’s Place
A living facility for veterans that provides assistance with self-care basics, healthcare and physician visits, dietary planning, social activities, and transportation; Veterans are eligible when they are not in need of hospital or nursing care, but cannot live on their own due to medical, psychiatric, or psychosocial reasons and do not have family/friends that will provide for them.
205-836-9493
Jefferson County Department of Human Resources
Applications for Temporary Assistance for Needy Families can be obtained from Jefferson County DHR.
205-423-4200
Habitat for Humanity
Provides housing rehabilitation services for qualified disabled veterans, free of cost for returning veterans with service connected disabilities.
Each office can be found on the website below.
Marine Corps League
Organization dedicated to promoting the interests and preserving the traditions of the United States Marine Corps; Provides funeral honors, supports many military related scholarships, etc.
334-221-3175
One Roof
Organization created to equip and empower the community to prevent and end homelessness through advocacy, education, and coordination of services.
205-254-8833
The Salvation Army
Offers housing for those in need of emergency shelters or transitional housing for those temporarily displaced, chronically homeless, etc.; Also offers financial assistant to cover emergency overnight housing costs in areas where a Salvation Army does not operate a homeless shelter.
205-328-2420 (Birmingham)
Veterans Outreach
Offers several programs for veterans that include the Direct Aid Program (assists with shelter, rent, utilities, food, auto maintenance, clothing, relocation), the Outreach Program (helps with finding employment), Heroes’ Closet Program (offers free clothing and personal items), and the Daily Food Pantry Program (through which donated foods are given to veterans in need).
866-3VETNET
Volunteers of America Southeast
Assists veterans with permanent and transitional housing, case management, and assistance with daily living skills, finding employment, and accessing health care.
Erin Garzelli: 205-377-3080 | Angie Forest: 205-377-3106
National Resources
CRISIS
Coaching Into Care
National telephone service of the VA that aims to educate, support, and empower family members and friends who are seeking care or services for a veteran; services are free of charge and aim to help callers figure out how to motivate the veteran to seek treatment.
1-888-823-7458
Give an Hour
Support group dedicated to addressing the mental health needs of the veteran population; Provides free mental health care to active duty, National Guard, and Reserve service members, veterans, and their families.
National Call Center for Homeless Veterans
24/7 contact center (calling or chat online) for veterans who are homeless or are at risk of homelessness to get information about VA homeless programs, health care, and other services in their area.
1-877-424-3838
Safe Helpline
Crisis support service for members of the Department of Defense who have been affected by sexual assault; Service is live, one-on-one, confidential, anonymous, secure, and available 24/7 worldwide.
1-877-995-5247
Veterans Crisis Line
Free, confidential line for veterans in immediate crisis.
1-800-273-8255
HEALTHCARE
Freedom Service Dogs of America
Organization that provides service dogs to veterans for no charge, specifically veterans suffering from brain injuries and PTSD,
- 1-302-922-6231
Priority Soldier Inc.
Designed to help soldiers and their families cope with the problems of withdrawal, fear, depression, and isolation or anything that is getting progressively worse and is affecting their re-entrance into civilian life; Educates, advocates, and coordinates holistic efforts addressing critical issues through education, healthcare, and economic development.
- 205-540-1691
Coalition to Salute America’s Heroes Foundation
Coalition to Salute America’s Heroes Foundation
Helps severely-wounded veterans and families of Operation Enduring Freedom, Operation Iraqi Freedom, and Operation New Dawn recover from their injuries and illnesses.
- 1-888-447-2588
LEGAL
American Corporate Partners
Free mentoring program that connects post-9/11 veterans, active duty spouses, and eligible military spouses with corporate professionals for customized mentorships; Assists them on their path towards fulfilling long-term careers through resume review and interview preparation, career exploration, career advancement, work-life balance, networking, small business development, and leadership/professional. communication.
212-752-0700
AMVETS
A congressionally-chartered veterans service organization that advocates for veterans to improve their quality of life, as well as their family’s and community’s quality of life; Membership is open to veterans who honorably served, or currently serve, in the U.S. Armed Forces, including National Guard & Reserves; Assists in filing claims through their group of National Service Officers, advocates for quality healthcare for veterans, assists in job placement for veterans, scholarships, etc.
1-877-726-8387
Blinded Veterans Association
Considered the exclusive voice for blinded veterans nationwide; Chartered by U.S. Congress to speak and write on behalf of blinded veterans in national legislative affairs.
- 1-800-669-7079
Disabled American Veterans
Organization dedicated to empowering veterans by leading high-quality lives; Services offered include providing free & professional assistance to veterans/their families in obtaining benefits and services earned through their military service, providing outreach services, representing the interests of disabled veterans and their families in a legal capacity, etc.
Helmets to Hardhats
National nonprofit that connects National Guard, Reserve, retired and transitioning active-duty military service members with skilled training and quality career opportunities in the construction industry.
866-741-6210
Hire a Hero
Online resource to assist and aid veterans in their employment search and also provide assistance in resume building skills.
844-634-1520
Hire Heroes USA
Organization built to empower U.S. military members, veterans, and spouses to succeed as civilian’s in the workforce; trains veterans in self-marketing and supports their career search.
844-634-1520
Hire Veterans
Online resource to help connect veterans to good jobs through job searches and job fairs, as well as providing assistance to employers seeking veteran employees.
Military Officers Association of America
The largest, most influential association of military officers; independent, nonprofit, non-partisan organization that is comprised of active duty, National Guard, Reserve, retired, former officers, and them families that speak for a strong national defense and represent the interests of military officers in them careers.
800-234-6622 | 703-549-2311
National Coalition for Homeless Veterans
Resource and technical assistance center for a national network of community-based service providers and local, state, and federal agencies that provide emergency and supportive housing, food, health services, job training, placement assistance, legal aid, and case management for homeless veterans.
202-546-1969
Office of Veterans Business Development
Devoted to promoting veteran entrepreneurship through the use of all Small Business Administration programs; the SBA programs provide access to capital and preparation for small business opportunities.
Paralyzed Veterans of America
Congressionally chartered organization that is a leading advocate for quality healthcare, research and education addressing spinal cord injury/dysfunction, benefits available as a result of member’s military service, and civil rights and opportunities that maximize the independence of members/veterans.
1-800-424-8200
USA Cares
Program designed to pay for the basic expenses of veterans diagnosed with PTSD, TBI’s, and MST’s while they receive treatment, help individuals transition into their careers, prevent foreclosures and evictions for post-9/11 veterans and their families, and assist in paying essential bills when emergency assistance is needed.
1-800-773-0387
US Veterans Initiative
Private, non-profit organization that provides housing, employment, and counseling services for veterans who served from World War II to the current conflict in Afghanistan.
213-542-2600
VA Center for Women Veterans
Center that acts as the primary advisor to the Secretary of Veterans Affairs on all matters related to policies, legislation, programs, issues, and initiatives affecting women Veterans.
855-829-6636
Vet Jobs
Center that acts as the primary advisor to the Secretary of Veterans Affairs on all matters related to policies, legislation, programs, issues, and initiatives affecting women Veterans.
877-838-5627
Vietnam Veterans of America
Offers claims assistance, financial advising, job placement, and advocates for veterans in the medical field as well as the legal field.
301-585-4000
Warriors to Work with WWP
Veteran employment program that provides career guidance and support services to wounded warriors, their families, and caregivers interested in transitioning to the civilian workforce.
888-997-2586 | 904-405-1213
Wounded Warrior Project
Organization dedicated to helping veterans who incurred a physical or mental injury, illness, or wound on or after 9/11 with mental & physical wellness, career & VA benefits counseling, and their independence through their independence program.
877-832-6997
EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION RESOURCES
Coast Guard Exchange Scholarship Program
Established to provide additional financial resources to dependent children of Coast Guard personnel embarking on undergraduate college/university studies.
757-842-4793
Health Care for Re-entry Veterans Services and Resources
Program designed to promote success and prevent homelessness among veterans returning home after incarceration; Services include outreach & pre-release assessments, referrals for medical, mental health, social, and employment services, and short-term case management upon release.
Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America
The leading post-9/11 veteran empowerment organization with the most diverse and rapidly growing membership in America; Strives to create a country that honors and supports veterans of all generations through education, advocacy, and community building.
212-982-9699
Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society
Nonprofit, volunteer service organization that works in partnership with the Navy and Marine Corps to provide financial, educational, and other types of assistance to members of the Naval Service of the U.S., eligible family members, and survivors.
1-800-654-8364
Priority Veteran
Created to help veterans with finding permanent housing, accessing medical/mental health services, enrolling in veteran’s benefits, finding jobs, maintaining finances, etc.
- 866-460-3827 | Chantel Smith: 205-362-5285
Still Serving Veterans
Assists veterans and veteran’s spouses with job skills, gaining employment, accessing benefits, and finding resources to fit their needs.
866-778-4645
Troops to Teachers
Assists transitioning service members and veterans in beginning new careers as K-12 school teacher’s in public, charter, and Bureau of Indian Affairs schools; Provides counseling and referral services for participants to help them meet education and licensing requirements thereby helping them secure a teaching position.
1-800-231-6242
HOUSING RESOURCES
AMVETS
A congressionally-chartered veterans service organization that advocates for veterans to improve their quality of life, as well as their family’s and community’s quality of life; Membership is open to veterans who honorably served, or currently serve, in the U.S. Armed Forces, including National Guard & Reserves; Assists in filing claims through their group of National Service Officers, advocates for quality healthcare for veterans, assists in job placement for veterans, scholarships, etc.
1-877-726-8387
Army Woman’s Foundation
Volunteer organization for today’s Army women and veterans, dedicated to empowering, honoring, and advocating for women in the Army.
804-734-3078
Building for America’s Children of Fallen Patriots Foundation
Independent charity scholarship program for children who lost a parent in the line of duty.
866-917-2373
Coast Guard Foundation
National nonprofit organization that supports the men and women of the U.S. Coast Guard and their families; Focuses on the well-being, education, and morale of the men and women of the Coast Guard, empowers and educates Coast Guard families, provides critical support during times of injury and loss, and serves to promote the mission of the Coast Guard.
860-535-0786
Folds of Honor
Provides educational scholarships to spouses and children of America’s fallen and disabled service members.
918-274-4700
Marine Corps League
Organization dedicated to promoting the interests and preserving the traditions of the United States Marine Corps; Provides funeral honors, supports many military related scholarships, etc.
703-207-9588
National Call Center for Homeless Veterans
24/7 contact center (calling or chat online) for veterans who are homeless or are at risk of homelessness to get information about VA homeless programs, health care, and other services in their area
1-877-424-3838
National Coalition for Homeless Veterans
Resource and technical assistance center for a national network of community-based service providers and local, state, and federal agencies that provide emergency and supportive housing, food, health services, job training, placement assistance, legal aid, and case management for homeless veterans.
202-546-1969
Priority Soldier Inc.
Organization designed to help soldiers and their families cope with the problems of withdrawal, fear, depression, and isolation or anything that is getting progressively worse and is affecting their re-entrance into civilian life; Educates, advocates, and coordinates holistic efforts addressing critical issues through education, healthcare, and economic development.
- 205-540-1691
Specially Adaptive Housing Grant
Assists veterans with certain service-connected disabilities to live independently in a barrier-free environment.
877-827-3702
Veterans of Foreign Wars
Nonprofit veterans service organization that is made up of eligible veterans and military service members from active duty, guard, and reserve forces.
1-833-839-8387
Wounded Warrior Project
Organization dedicated to helping veterans who incurred a physical or mental injury, illness, or wound on or after 9/11 with mental & physical wellness, career & VA benefits counseling, and their independence through their independence program.
877-832-6997
