• Government Websites for Veterans

• Veteran Organizations

• Veteran Benefits and Services

• Veterans Health and Well-Being

• Veteran Memorials

• Veteran Cemeteries

The Mayor's Veterans Advisory Council was formed in January of 2005 to give Veterans a voice in municipal government, and to identify ways to help provide information on Veterans Benefits to those who need them.

Members of the Council are:

Resources for Veterans in the USA

A veteran is any person who has served in the US Armed Forces during a time of war or a time of peace. This can include the US Army, US Navy, US Marine Corps, US Air Force, US Coast Guard or the National Guard. Veterans, whether they served in a combat zone or not, have all given a portion of their lives to the protection and service of their country. They, and their families, willing signed up to make the ultimate sacrifice for their fellow citizens, and many have suffered physical and mental repercussions because of it – and many have lost their lives. Because of this, the US Government has several programs in place to help them with life after the military.

Veteran Organizations

• American Cold War Vets Provides support and information for veterans of the Cold War.

• National Veteran Owned Business Association Provides support and information, including how to start a business, for veterans who own their own business or run a business.

• Hope for Veterans A group that provides support and encouragement for veterans.

• Iraq and Afghanistan War Veterans A group that protects the rights of veterans who served in the Iraq and Afghanistan wars.

• Paralyzed Veterans of America This group provides information, support and pushes for legal protection of veterans who were paralyzed in the line of duty.

• Veterans for Peace This group is made up of veterans who oppose war.

• Vietnam Veterans of America A group that provides information and resources for veterans of the Vietnam War.

• Veterans of Foreign Wars A veterans organization that provides benefits such as reduced health care and discounts to major retailers with membership.

• Wounded Warrior Project A non-profit organization that collects donations and runs charity drives to help veterans who were wounded in the line of duty.

• Swords to Plowshares An organization that aids veterans and their families with employment issues.

• VETPAC A political action committee that aims to protect the rights of US veterans.

• Veterans Campaign An organization that specializes in preparing veterans to run for public office.

• Service Members Legal Defense Network An organization dedicated to helping veterans who were affected by the “don’t ask, don’t tell” policy.

• Pearl Harbor Survivors Association A group dedicated to providing information and aid to veterans who survived the attack on Pearl Harbor.

• Military Officers Association of America A group made up of veteran officers of the military.

• Herobox An organization that provides care packages to active duty military in war zones and provides helps to veterans once they return home.

• Disabled American Veterans A group made up of disabled veterans that provides support and resources to those who were wounded during service.

• Marine Corp League An organization for veterans of the US Marine Corps.

• American Veterans Provides information and resources concerning government and private organization aid to veterans.

• American Ex-POWS A support group for veterans who were prisoners of war.