LACDMH Veteran & Military Family Services

Veterans & Military Family Services (VMFS) connects County departments, non-profits, the VA and L.A. City programs. Staffed by veterans and their families for other veterans and their families, VMFS helps you navigate often complicated systems so that you receive the services you deserve. VMFS prioritizes hiring veterans and family members as “battle buddies” and systems navigators to connect their brothers and sisters in need with resources that will help. The network embodies the #YouMatter ideal – that veterans deserve hope, well-being and a greater quality of life as valued members of the L.A. County community. Resources available include: Mental Health – Treatment for trauma from combat exposure, military sexual trauma, relationship and intimacy issues Substance Misuse Support – Treatment for substance use disorders, including misuse of alcohol, prescription medication and other drugs Housing – Temporary and permanent housing for veterans and their families, help locating housing Workforce Development and Employment – Help with developing interview skills, resume creation, job coaching, plus volunteer and job opportunities Healthcare – Enrollment into VA healthcare, transportation to appointments, ensuring access to prescription medications Education – Support with school enrollment, vocational training, tuition assistance Miscellaneous – Food, childcare, transportation, financial assistance and more Legal Services – Help with eviction prevention, discharge upgrade, applying for VA benefits, etc. Social Connection/Recreation – Opportunities to connect with other veterans in a variety of settings.