Mesa Vets Connect - Veterans Resources

National Veterans Crisis Line
Available 24/7 to any service member, veteran, family member experiencing a crisis or are concerned about someone.
Phone: 1-800-273-8255, option 1
Text: 838255

Arizona Coalition for Military Families
Connection point of information and resources for military, government, and community organizations.  Trained Navigators to connect Vets with available services.
Phone: 602-753-8802

Help for Homeless Veterans Line
Available 24/7 to connect service members, veterans, and family members who are homeless or at-risk of becoming homeless to local resources.
Phone: 1-877-424-3838 

Neighbor's Helping Neighbors
A program that offers one-time help to Mesa home owners who are physically and/or financially unable to maintain the exterior of their homes.

Tool Lending Program
A program that offers free tools to lend to Mesa Residents.

Abandoned Bicycle Program
A program that offers abandoned bicycles to nonprofits and community organizations.

Mesa Veterans Court
Veterans Court is a problem solving court that focuses on treatment rather than punishment. The Court, along with Veterans Administration and other organizations, work with the veteran to develop a treatment plan designed for their specific needs.

Addressing Homelessness
Resources and information about homelessness and where to get help.

Arts in Service
Free studio art classes for veterans and service members at Mesa Arts Center.

American Legion, Chapter 26
480-964-8792
505 W 2nd Ave
Mesa, AZ 85210

James Witkowski Post 138 American Legion
602-837-1247
1264 W University Dr
Mesa, AZ 85201

Arizona Department of Economic Security - East Valley Office
Employment placement services (Veterans receive priority service), including Disabled Veterans' Outreach Program Specialists (DVOPs) & Local Veteran's Employment Representatives (LVERs).

Dale Groen, Arizona Veterans Employment Advocate - dgroen@azdes.gov
602-771-6918

Azura Vets Coalition
Through these comprehensive services, Azura Veterans Coalition's resource center is dedicated to empowering veterans and their families to achieve success and fulfillment beyond their military careers. We remain steadfast in our commitment to serving those who have served our country with honor and dedication.

480-969-1307
165 N Centennial Way #101
Mesa, AZ 85201

Bridging AZ
Providing furniture to Veterans and families in need.

Jim Piscopo, Executive Director - jim@bridgingaz.org
480-375-5454
25 N. Extension Rd
Mesa, AZ 85201

COPA Health
Multiple services including assisting family and loved ones through the behavioral health system.

480-969-3800
924 N Country Club Dr
Mesa, AZ 85201

Disabled American Veterans - DAV East Valley Chapter 8
Provides volunteer opportunities, job related opportunities, and other necessary resources to disabled veterans in the greater Phoenix area.

480-890-2424
Fax: 480-615-4900
655 N Gilbert Rd
Mesa, AZ 85203

Laundry Love
Laundry Love (LL) washes the clothes and bedding of low/no income families and person(s) across the U.S. Partnering with diverse groups and laundromats nationwide, we brighten the lives of thousands of people each month through love, dignity, and detergent.

Mesa Community College Office of Veteran Services
Serves as a comprehensive one-stop shop for potential and current MCC Veteran students and military family members. They offer assistance through every step of the higher education process.

480-461-7425

Mesa Vet Center Location - Department of Veteran Affairs
Provides a broad range of counseling, outreach, and referral services to eligible veterans as a pathway to a more satisfying post-war readjustment to civilian life.

480-610-6727 or 877-927-8387
1303 S Longmore Ste 5
Mesa, AZ 85202

The Native American Fatherhood and Families Association
480-833-5007
1215 E Brown Rd
Mesa, AZ 85203
info@aznaffa.org

A New Leaf
Multiple services, including housing, domestic violence shelters, and youth and behavioral health.

480-969-4024
868 E University Dr
Mesa, AZ 85203

Paz de Cristo Community Center
Multiple service provider including meals and housing.

480-464-2370
424 W Broadway Rd
Mesa, AZ 85210

Resurrection Street Ministry
Veteran Ride Service. Free Veterans transportation for homeless, low income, and disabled Veterans in the East Valley to non-emergency medical and other appointments at the Gilbert VA Clinic, Phoenix VA Hospital, and the Veteran's Center in Mesa. Also provides transportation to the Disabled American Veterans (DAV) Chapter 8 and other service related organizations.

By appointment only: 480-615-2799 or ResurrectionStreetMinistry@gmail.com

Save the Family (East Valley)
Provides multiple support services to assist low-income veteran families.
480-898-0228 X110

Streets of Joy
A faith-based non-profit organization operating successful transitional programs valley wide for those experiencing homelessness, substance abuse, sexual exploitation and social re-entry.

S.T.U.F.F. Thrift
480-615-2790
1135 E Main St
Mesa, AZ 85203

Veterans Affairs Health Care Clinics

Veterans of Foreign Wars
480-964-9937
Dode Morris Post 1760
65 S MacDonald
Mesa, AZ 85210

Arizona 2-1-1
Arizona's key source of integrated community information and referral services that brings people and services together to meet vital needs.

Arizona's Department of Veteran's Services
Enriches and honors Arizona's Veterans and their families through education, advocacy, and service, as well as provides information and assistance with federal and state benefits to veterans and their dependents.

Arizona Department of Economic Security Employment Services
Employment placement services (Veterans receive priority service), including Disabled Veteran's Outreach Program Specialists (DVOPs) & Local Veteran's Employment Representatives (LVERs).

Law for Veterans
A one-stop clearinghouse for access to legal and other important Veteran benefit information.

Phoenix Chapter of Team RWB- Team Red, White, and Blue
Our chapters and communities deliver consistent, local opportunities for Veterans and the community to connect through physical and social activity. They host weekly fitness activities, monthly social events, and participation in local races and events together.

Veterans Affairs Homeless Programs
The HUD-VASH program is for chronically homeless veterans and their families. The Veterans Administration (VA) in Phoenix provides case management and clinical services at its medical centers and community clinics. For VASH housing program and other veteran services, go to the VA Community Resource & Referral Center at:
1500 E. Thomas Rd., Suite 106,
Phoenix, AZ 85014
Monday - Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Phone: 602-248-6040 or 602-568-7843

Veterans Business Outreach Center - Arizona Region
business training and counseling services to active-duty personnel, veterans from any era, and military spouses who want to learn more about, then start and grow a small business of their own.

Veterans Health Administration
Provides health care to eligible Veterans.

Veterans Medical Leadership Council
Provides support for medical and mental health care for Veterans in Maricopa County. Provides financial assistance for housing, transportation to medical appointment, and job training.

Best Colleges
If you served in the military and want to earn your degree, it's likely that you qualify for several governmental or institutional educational awards. Best Colleges can provide a list detailing educational assistance programs available to veterans, service members, their spouses, and their dependents.

Helping Hands for Freedom
The mission of Helping Hands for Freedom is to provide military children and families the financial assistance necessary when dealing with a family member lost, wounded, or currently deployed.

Home Modification Assistance
Maricopa County Human Services Department (MCHSD) is please to offer Veterans assistance with modifying their home to provide greater accessibility. Funding for the Housing Opportunity for Service Disabled Veterans Program (HOSDV) is made available through the Arizona Attorney General's Office. Program approval is dependent on availability of funds.

602-506-5911

Mesothelioma Guide
Mesothelioma Guide is an advocacy organization dedicated to helping patients diagnosed with asbestos illnesses. They specialize in connecting patients with doctors and treatment options that are best suited for them. Their services are free to patients and family members.

Military One Source
Provides assistance nation-wide to active military, as well as Veterans transitioning within a six-month discharge period.

National Disabled American Veterans
Provides volunteer opportunities, job related opportunities, and other necessary resources to disabled veterans in the greater Phoenix area.

602-678-0333

National Personnel Records Center (NPRC)
Request DD-214s online.

Personal Branding Resume Engine
A free online tool that translates your military experience into relatable job qualifications.

Service Animals - What you need to know
Service dogs can reduce stress and anxiety levels and help veterans mitigate the symptoms of Post-Traumatic Stress (PTS) and Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) that all-too-often arise when they return home from the battlefield. Unfortunately, there is a great deal of confusion around service dogs that can lead to discrimination against our nation’s veterans.

Veterans Benefits Administration
Provides benefits to eligible Veterans and dependents, including compensation & pension, home loans, vocational rehabilitation & employment, education, and insurance.

800-827-1000

Veterans of Foreign Wars National
Provides a wide range of services to Veterans including troop support, youth activities, volunteerism, and scholarship programs.