each Monday – 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM
Key Websites and Numbers for Veterans
Wounded Warriors Fellowship Program
Inspired by Casey Owens
USA Jobs
Veterans Crisis Line
(800) 273-8255 PRESS 1
Text: 838255
Confidential chat at VeteransCrisisLine.net
US Department of Veterans Affairs
www.va.gov
Military One Source
www.militaryonesource.mil
Colorado Division of Veterans Affairs
vets.dmva.state.co.us
National Homeless Veteran Call Center
(877) 4AID VET
(877) 424-3838
Grand Junction Vet Center
2472 Patterson Road, Unit 16
Grand Junction, CO 81505
(970) 245-4156
www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records/
Glenwood Springs Workforce Center (Job Listings)
https://www.connectingcolorado.com
(970) 945-8638
Your DD214 (Discharge Certificate)
To access information and services, your DD214 is vital. You can find that form at https://www.archives.gov/files/sf180-request-pertaining-to-military-records-exp-april2018-1.pdf
For help in getting a copy of your DD214, call the Veteran Service Officer for your county (see below).
Civilian Life Transition
Planning for Life After Discharge
www.yourstoragefinder.com/how-to-plan-for-life-after-dischargePlanning for Life
Transition to Civilian Life
www.thezebra.com/insurance-news/6128/military-transition-civilian-life/
Mesothelioma Resources
www.justgreatlawyers.com/mesothelioma-asbestos-lawsuits
Surviving Spouces Resources
www.militaryfamily.org/info-resources/survivors/
Best Jobs for Returning Service Members
www.bigrentz.com/blog/best-jobs-returning-service-members
ASVAB Resources
study.com/asvab/asvab-practice-tests.html
Coffee and Donuts
Attend a Coffee and Donuts meeting; A chance to meet and chat with fellow vets and family members. An opportunity to find out about benefits and local resources. Our three locations are listed below:
CANCELLED DUE TO THE COVID-19 VIRUS UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
Eagle County
Garfield County
Pitkin County
How the WSVC can Help
WSVC provides connection to resources that enhance the lives of veterans and their families. Serving as a portal to programs, educational opportunities, employment and special discounts, WSVC continues to evolve its connection to national, local and regional resources and is expanding these valuable resources monthly.
For example, did you know that WSVC has a resource that will provide a memorial bugler for veterans services free of charge, 365 days a year? This is just one example of the type of resources WSVC is securing on behalf of veterans. Other resources include: (List from website)
For more information on specific resources, visit the Resource Center or call us at (970) 233-8735.
Contact your local Veteran Service Officer. By appointment only.
Phone calls may not be returned immediately, so please be patient. We will contact you as soon as we can. Thank you for your patience.
Serving the Western Colorado areas of Eagle County, Garfield County and Pitkin County