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Veterans and U.S. Military Resources

DPSS provides information on local and community-based benefits, services, and resources throughout Los Angeles County to assist those who have served in the military, and their families.

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The LA County Department of Military & Veterans Affairs (MVA) has Veteran Service Officers (VSO’s) that assist veterans, active military, reservists, and their caregivers, dependents, and survivors when seeking federal and state benefits and/or claims such as:

·         Compensation

·         Pension

·         Education, College tuition fee waivers

·         Medical & Mental health care

·         Home loans

·         Burial benefits

·         State license plate designation

MVA also provides referrals for veterans concerning alcohol/drug abuse and post-traumatic stress disorders MVA administers Bob Hope Patriotic Hall, a 10-story building with meeting rooms, auditorium, gymnasium, and banquet facilities available to the public.

Education and Training Services
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If you are a veteran and are looking to further your education or obtain job related training, please click on the Education and Training Services Details button below to obtain information about training opportunities and resources that may help you build new skills and prepare you for a new career.

Disclaimer:  DPSS does not endorse or guarantee the providers or resources listed below.  Veterans should consider many factors including the likelihood of employment after the training, job placement assistance, any costs, loans, fees and time requirements before enrolling or committing to a training or education plan. 

Employment Resources

The Employment Resources button below contains websites with employment information and job opportunites for veterans like you!   Click on the button to learn more. 

Other Veteran Resources

The websites in this section provide information and links to veteran web sites and other veteran programs and services.  To access, please click on the Other Veteran Resources tab below. 

Apply On-Line

The easiest and quickest way is to apply online at BenefitsCal.


Apply By Phone
You can apply by phone. Call the Customer Service Center (CSC) (866) 613-3777 to have an application mailed to you.

Apply In Person
You can apply In person at any Department of Public Social Services (DPSS) District Office or outreach site.
Health Resources

If you need IMMEDIATE/EMERGENCY help for medical, mental health, or crisis concerns, please call 911 or contact the Veterans Crisis Line at 1-800-273-8255 and press 1. You do not need to be enrolled in the VA to access IMMEDIATE help from your local 911 Center or the Veterans Crisis Line.

Housing Resources

The websites in this section provide housing resources and information for veterans looking for veteran loans, housing programs and rental assistance links.  To access, please click on the Housing Resources button below. 

Legal Resources

The websites in this section provide information and links to legal resources, Veteran Court programs, legal assistance for veterans, Proposition 47 services, and more. To access, please click on the Legal Resources button below. 

Board of Supervisors Veterans & Military Liaisons

Hilda L. Solis, 1st District
856 Kenneth Hahn Hall of Administration
500 West Temple St.
Los Angeles, CA 90012
Ph: (213) 974-4111 Fax: (213) 613-1739
E-mail: FirstDistrict@bos.lacounty.gov

Holly J. Mitchell, 2nd District
Constituent Services Team
866 Kenneth Hahn Hall of Administration
500 West Temple St.
Los Angeles, CA 90012
Ph: (213) 974-2222 Fax: (213) 680-3283
E-mail: HollyJMitchell@bos.lacounty.gov

Lindsey P. Horvath, 3rd District
821 Kenneth Hahn Hall of Administration
500 West Temple St.
Los Angeles, CA 90012
Ph: (213) 974-3333 Fax: (213) 625-7360
E-mail: thirddistrict@bos.lacounty.gov

Janice Hahn, 4th District
822 Kenneth Hahn Hall of Administration
500 West Temple St.
Los Angeles, CA 90012
Ph: (213) 974-4444 Fax: (213) 626-6941
E-mail: FourthDistrict@bos.lacounty.gov

Kathryn Barger, 5th District
869 Kenneth Hahn Hall of Administration
500 West Temple St.
Los Angeles, CA 90012
Ph: (213) 974-5555 Fax: (213) 974-1010
E-mail: Kathryn@bos.lacounty.gov