Links to Other Helpful Sites
Department of Veterans Affairs (VA): The main site for all veterans-related
information. Includes on-line applications, program information, news,
contacts and links. Go to: (http://www.va.gov/)
Veterans Benefits Administration: In partnership with the Veterans Health
Administration and the National Cemetery Administration, provides benefits
and services to the veterans and their families in a responsive, timely
and compassionate manner in recognition of their service to the Nation.
This website has current, detailed information regarding the many Federal
benefits available to veterans and their families. Go to:( http://www.vba.va.gov )
California Department of Veterans Affairs: Full information regarding
California state benefits and programs for veterans and their families.
The site includes details and an on-line application for Cal-Vet Home
Loans, and information regarding the Veterans Home, various memorial
programs and projects, and links to other veterans-related sites. Go
to: (http://www.cdva.ca.gov)
California Employment Development Department (Veterans Program): Eligible
veterans are entitled to receive priority services in job referrals,
referrals to training, and other employment-related services. For details
and links to employment services and job listings. Go to: (http://www.edd.ca.gov/vetind.htm)
National
Personnel Records Center (NPRC): Provides copies of
documents from military personnel and medical records to authorized
requesters, including DD-214 and other discharge papers. This
new
web-based application will provide better service on these requests
by eliminating mailroom processing time.: (http://vetrecs.archives.gov and
select the "Where is...? How do I...?" drop-down to go to veterans
service records.)
THE
NORTH BAY VETERANS RESOURCE CENTER:VIETNAM
VETERANS OF CALIFORNIA. 2455 Bennett
Valley Road, Suite B117, Santa Rosa, CA 95404
(707) 578-2786, Fax: (707) 578-2788
comprehensive supportive and rehabilitative services including:(http://www.vietvets.org/index.htm)
- Employment
Training
- Legal Services
- Rehabilitation
Services
- Alcohol/Drug
Recovery
- Transitional
Housing
- Case Management Services
- Advocacy
and Encouragement
- VBOC
Business Outreach Center
Military.com: “Military.com, the largest online military destination,
offers free resources to serve, connect, and inform the 30 million Americans
with military affinity: active duty personnel, retirees, veterans, reservists,
guard members, defense workers, family members, and those considering
military careers.” The very large site has news, information on
benefits, links, a “buddy-finder” service, job search information
and resources. (http://www.military.com)
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