VA & R

Foremost, The American Legion was founded by veterans to help veterans after their discharge from military service. Within this pillar can be found American Legion services and programs, such as:

• Accredited service officers who can provide free VA benefits claims counseling and support
• Advocacy and stakeholder oversight of the VA health-care system, to include a voice in Washington and throughout the country
• GI Bill education benefits
• Volunteer veterans service officers who can refer veterans and their families to agencies, offices and programs that can help them
• Career services, including a nationwide calendar of job fairs and other events, as well as guidance on veteran business ownership (Veterans Career Center)
• Support and help for homeless veterans
• Mentorship and help with Veterans Court
• Food convoy to support our veterans in our homes here in Idaho
• Honor Guard services for funerals of veterans
• Support for veterans coping with PTSD and TBI

SUICIDE CRISIS HOTLINE: 1-800-273-8255 (Press 1)