Provides a support group for mothers, adoptive mothers, step-mothers, foster-mothers, grandmothers or legal guardians who have or have had children serving in the United States military

Assists with local veterans projects and events including Memorial Day and Nevada County Stand Down Vets.

Funded by the United States Department of Veterans Affairs, the Supportive Services for Veteran Families program is administered through Volunteers of America to provide supportive services to extremely low or very low-income veterans and veteran families who are homeless or are at immediate risk of becoming homeless.

To receive veterans supportive services a person must be: a veteran, homeless or at immediate risk of becoming homeless, very low income not to exceed 50% AMI (Area Median Income).

Eligible Veteran families are provided with outreach, case management, and assistance in obtaining VA and other benefits, which may include:

• Supportive Services
• Transportation services
• Child care services
• Housing Assistance

The California State University offers unlimited opportunities to help veterans, active-duty service members and their families meet their personal and professional goals. With 23 campuses and more than 1,800 degree programs, the CSU is committed to providing:

• Supportive institutional values and administration
• Academic support programs and services, such as veteran-focused advising, mentoring and counseling
• Financial support and advice specifically for veterans
• Priority admission and registration, and academic credit granted for military courses and experience
• Extensive opportunities in student leadership

More than 2.5 million students have graduated from the CSU and have helped to shape the future of California and the nation. That’s why a CSU education is more than just a learning experience - it’s an opportunity to make a difference.

If you are on active duty, a veteran, or are a military spouse or family member with questions about completing your degree at the CSU, find out more on… [read more]

In an effort to provide educational opportunities for the men and women who serve in our Armed Forces, the University of California has partnered with Governor Schwarzenegger, the California State University, California Community Colleges and the California Department of Veterans Affairs to implement the California Veterans Education Opportunity Partnership.

This partnership brings together the higher education, veterans and military communities to make the transition from military service to college a seamless one.

The University of California welcomes individuals who have served or are currently serving in the U.S. Armed Forces to apply for educational opportunities at any of our 10 world-class campuses.

Each UC campus provides detailed admission and transfer requirements for veterans, as well as dedicated veteran coordinators who can aid in the benefits process after admission.

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Provides a program to link veterans and military families to civilian career transition assistance. Offers employment workshops, personalized career coaching, and job matching. Available for transitioning U.S. military members and honorably-discharged U.S. military veterans.

The purpose of the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States is to preserve and support the patriotic and historical interests of our country, our communities and our veterans; to strengthen the common bonds of the men and women who have served and who are currently serving in our military; to assist them and their families to enhance their quality of life; to maintain true allegiance to the Constitution and laws of the United States of America and defend her from all enemies, whomsoever.

The Veterans Service Office is part of the Human Services Division (one of six Divisions) of the County of Placer Health & Human Services Department.

The office promotes the interest and welfare of veterans, their dependents, and their survivors by enhancing their quality of life through counseling, education, benefits assistance, and advocacy.

The office connects Veterans to their benefits by assisting in their interactions with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and hopes to make easier the process of applying for benefits like Veterans Health Care and Veterans Pension. Any Veteran, or any Veteran's family member, is encouraged to visit the office if they're interested in applying for their benefits.

8/10/22 - https://www.nevadacountyca.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=5048

On August 10, 2022, President Biden signed The Sergeant First Class (SFC) Heath Robinson Honoring our Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxins Act (PACT Act) into law.

The Nevada County Veterans Services Office (NCVSO) has been planning for the passage of this bill since June 2022.  Not all elements of this new bill take effect immediately and most elements will be phased in over the next few years.  However, if you served in the US Military and were exposed to environmental hazards, you are encouraged to contact the NCVSO to determine if you may be entitled to benefits.

Contact David West, Nevada County Veterans Service Officer, at (530) 265-1446 or david.west@co.nevada.ca.us. The Nevada County Veteran’s Services Office, located at 988 McCourtney Road in Grass Valley, is open from 8am to noon and 1-5pm, Mon-Fri.
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Assists veterans, survivors, and dependents in obtaining Federal, State, and… [read more]

The Veterans Service Office is part of the Human Services Division (one of six Divisions) of the County of Placer Health & Human Services Department.

The office promotes the interest and welfare of veterans, their dependents, and their survivors by enhancing their quality of life through counseling, education, benefits assistance, and advocacy.

The office connects Veterans to their benefits by assisting in their interactions with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and hopes to make easier the process of applying for benefits like Veterans Health Care and Veterans Pension. Any Veteran, or any Veteran's family member, is encouraged to visit the office if they're interested in applying for their benefits.