As Veterans Day approaches, it’s important to take a moment to honor those who have served. Their bravery, heroism and selfless dedication should never be overlooked, as they continue to uphold the values of the United States and protect our freedom. 10 News has compiled a list of a few resources for veterans in our area.

Roanoke

• Tap: 302 2nd St SW, Roanoke, VA 24001 helps veterans and families who are homeless or in danger of eviction to find employment, essential needs, and housing.
• Virginia Western Community College Military Student Center: Webber Hall, Room W212 | 540-857-6278 |Military@virginiawestern.edu| Monday - Thursday, 8 am - 5:30 pm; Friday, 8 am - 5 pm
• Roanoke Vet Center: (Veterans’ Health Care):1401 Franklin Rd SW, Suite 200, Roanoke, 24016 | 540-342-9726 | For assistance after hours, on weekends, and during holidays, call 1-877-WAR-VETS (1-877-927-8387)

Lynchburg

• University of Lynchburg: Offers educational benefits, contact the registrar’s Office, 4th floor, Hall Campus Center by calling 434.544.8218 or emailveteransbenefits@lynchburg.edu.
• Lynchburg Area Veterans Council: The Council provides resources for veterans and their families in the Lynchburg Region, and is comprised of veteran organizations, veterans, nonprofit agencies, businesses and private individuals.
• National Center for Healthy Veterans: The National Center for Healthy Veterans is holistically designed to prevent Veteran suicide, help Veterans overcome the lingering wounds of military service, assist with rebuilding individual Veteran lives and families, and redeploy Healthy Veterans back into America for continued service and fulfillment.

Highland County:

Valley Healthcare System: Valley Healthcare serves all Service Members, Veterans, and their families. It doesn’t matter what the discharge is, whether active service member or veteran, or if you are a family member who wants help

Rockbridge County:

• Rockbridge Area Health Center: The center is honored to support our local veterans by offering high-quality, convenient healthcare as an authorized VA Community Care Network (CCN) provider.
• United Way of Rockbridge

Nelson County:

• Nelson County’s official website has a comprehensive list of resources offered to veterans here.

Amherst County:

• Horizon Wellness Center: Horizon Behavioral Health is committed to supporting service members, Veterans, and their families with a program specifically designed to meet their unique needs.

Appomattox County:

• Piedmont Area Veterans Council and Community Resources: Serves multiple counties including Appomattox

Campbell County:

• National Center for Healthy Veterans

Charlotte County:

• Southern Virginia Workforce: 400 Thomas Jefferson HwyP.O. Box 370 Charlotte Courthouse, VA 23923

Pittsylvania County:

• Veterans Business support Fund: The Danville Pittsylvania Chamber of Commerce Foundation has partnered with American Legion Post 1097 to establish the Veterans Business Support Fund, dedicated to providing resources for veterans and veteran-owned businesses in our community.

Franklin County:

• The Franklin Center: The Franklin Center exists to promote and enhance workforce and economic development through lifelong learning in Franklin County.

Bedford County:

• American Legion Board: Board-Canady Post 54 exemplifies and lives out the mission and vision of the American Legion in our local community of Bedford, Virginia. The Post is built on a promise from men and women who swore with their lives to defend and protect the United States through military service. Their promise that began with service in the U.S. Armed Forces continues after their discharge as veterans in service to community, state, and nation.
• AmericarePlus: AmeriCare Plus is proud to provide In-Home Care assistance to our Veteran clients throughout the Bedford, VA area.

Montgomery County/ New River Valley:

• Virginia Department of Veterans Services - Blacksburg New River Valley Community Services Board, 700 University City Blvd, Room 238, Blacksburg, VA 24060
• Virginia Veteran and Family Support: Monitors and coordinates behavioral health, rehabilitative, and supportive services through an integrated and responsive system of care.

Salem:

• Salem Community College: Offers education benefits to Veterans.

All Virginia veterans can also find resources using the Virginia Department of Veterans’ Services. This is a live list, if you have resources or suggestions let us know.