Offers the Community Leadership Course for Veterans (CLCV), an initiative of Leadership Pittsburgh Inc. aimed at leveraging the skills and experience of post 9/11 veterans by exposing them to new leadership networks and opportunities for service to our community, and fast-tracking their success in the region as high-potential leaders.

Offers pelvic exams and Pap tests, contraceptives, STD testing and treatment, physical exams, basic menopausal care, mammography referrals, and health information and education.

Provides supportive services to low-income Veterans and their families.

Provides supportive services to veterans and their families in need, or who are experiencing homelessness or at risk if becoming unhoused. Seeks to assist veterans and their families before they lose their housing. Soldier On provides in-home case management, referral services, and temporary financial assistance for housing to veterans facing homelessness.

Provides program designed to re-integrate veterans to college through a three-phased program.

Phase I: participants will complete a ten-week paid research experience, complete a team project, learn 21st century skills in workshops, and prepare to begin classes at a local college. During this time, program participants are offered housing and other family assistance. Participants are also paired with rehabilitation counselors for individual and group counseling sessions to ensure the adequate supports are in place for academic success.

Phase II: participants will continue to refine their academic interests and apply for a formal program at the University of Pittsburgh or an institution of their choice.

Phase III: participants will enroll in a university and prepare to graduate from the ELeVATE program. Participants stay linked to their cohort through study and other support groups. The program encourages past participants to stay linked to the program by serving as a mentor for new ELeVATE participants.

Provides transitional assistance to military members who are reintegrating back into civilian life. Provides essential housing, employment, and other vital supportive services to eligible Veterans, service members, and their families to improve self-sufficiency, sustainability, and quality of life.

Provides planning guides, applications and information to receive financial benefits, and a link to receive temporary emergency financial assistance for Veterans residing in Pennsylvania.

Provides transitional assistance to military members who are reintegrating back into civilian life. Provides essential housing, employment, and other vital supportive services to eligible Veterans, service members, and their families to improve self-sufficiency, sustainability, and quality of life.

Offers career seminar series and job fairs for veterans.

Provides immediate shelter to women Veterans for 30 to 90 days and offers intensive case management services.

Provides planning guides, applications and information to receive financial benefits, and a link to receive temporary emergency financial assistance for Veterans residing in Pennsylvania.

Provides housing as well as life skills training, individualized goal setting, job preparation, and/or employment to homeless, disabled veterans.

Provides transitional assistance to military members who are reintegrating back into civilian life. Provides essential housing, employment, and other vital supportive services to eligible Veterans, service members, and their families to improve self-sufficiency, sustainability, and quality of life.

Provides planning guides, applications and information to receive financial benefits, and a link to receive temporary emergency financial assistance for Veterans residing in Pennsylvania.

Offers programs to assist veterans to obtain stable and competitive employment. Services may include resume development, job search assistance, job placements, and assistance paying for work-related expenses. Various levels of support are available.

Offers veterans assistance with questions regarding their VA benefits to continue scheduling virtual appointments with the Public Contact Team to address specific concerns and claims related inquiries.

Provides supportive services to very low-income Veteran families living in or transitioning to permanent housing.

May provide eligible Veteran families with outreach, case management, and assistance in obtaining VA and other benefits.

Assists payment-troubled and special needs customers obtain necessary social service support and assistance.

Offers professional assistance with VA claims. Staff includes 4 accredited Veterans Service Officers (VSO) with 20+ combined years of experience. A variety of other services are also available.

Assistance for veterans who are having difficulty understanding and/or obtaining the full benefits to which they are entitled by law.

Provides temporary financial assistance to Veterans experiencing a housing crisis.

Provides qualified Veterans and their widows assistance with receiving benefits. They work closely with Veterans, Spouses, and their families to ensure eligibility requirements are fulfilled.

Assists veterans and their dependents in processing claims against the Veterans Administration, such as compensation, pension, widow's burial and educational claims.

Provides legal assistance for individuals and families in need of help with labor law, employment discimination, public assistance, worker's compensation, unemployment benefits, pension and social security benefits, and tax disputes. Services include help with application and appeals, filings, and legal representation.

Provides legal assistance for individuals and families in need of help with labor law, employment discimination, public assistance, worker's compensation, unemployment benefits, pension and social security benefits, and tax disputes. Services include help with application and appeals, filings, and legal representation.

Provides legal assistance for individuals and families in need of help with labor law, employment discimination, public assistance, worker's compensation, unemployment benefits, pension and social security benefits, and tax disputes. Services include help with application and appeals, filings, and legal representation.

Provides legal assistance for individuals and families in need of help with labor law, employment discimination, public assistance, worker's compensation, unemployment benefits, pension and social security benefits, and tax disputes. Services include help with application and appeals, filings, and legal representation.

Provides legal assistance for individuals and families in need of help with labor law, employment discimination, public assistance, worker's compensation, unemployment benefits, pension and social security benefits, and tax disputes. Services include help with application and appeals, filings, and legal representation.

Provides legal assistance for individuals and families in need of help with labor law, employment discimination, public assistance, worker's compensation, unemployment benefits, pension and social security benefits, and tax disputes. Services include help with application and appeals, filings, and legal representation.

Provides legal assistance for individuals and families in need of help with labor law, employment discimination, public assistance, worker's compensation, unemployment benefits, pension and social security benefits, and tax disputes. Services include help with application and appeals, filings, and legal representation.

The Veterans Affairs Office is responsible for compiling and maintaining records of death and burial of Washington County wartime veterans and also assists in securing rights and benefits as established by federal and state regulations.

Assists veterans and their families with career counseling, resume preparation, job search assistance, suicide prevention, information on services and benefits, and one-time financial assistance.

Provides supportive services to very low-income Veteran families living in or transitioning to permanent housing. Also provides eligible Veterans and their families with outreach, case management, and assistance in obtaining VA and other benefits.

Provides financial relief in time of hardship to eligible veterans and their families as a secondary resource when a need has been demonstrated and Veterans Affairs assistance is not available. Hardship grants are reviewed by the board of directors and approved on a case-by-case basis.

Maintains a memorial for the heroes lost on the homefront. Honors the veterans on the wall at the Shine the Light Ceremony. which gives the community a place to remember our fallen soldiers and brings awareness to help those in need

Offers free legal help for low-income and vulnerable residents of Bucks, Chester, Delaware, and Montgomery counties. May handle the following types of cases: bankruptcy, debt relief, and consumer law; child custod and dependency issues; disaster legal aid (including Hurricane Ida); elder law; expungements, pardons, and record sealing; government benefits issues concerning Unemployment Compensation, SSI, SSDI, TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families), SNAP (food stamps), Medical Assistance (Medicaid), and Child Health Insurance Program (CHIP), Housing issues such as landlord-tenant, eviction, habitability, public or subsidized housing, rent-to-own, homeownership, mortgage foreclosure, property tax sales, reverse mortgages, and tangled title; utility problems, and veterans benefits and discharge upgrades.

Offers free legal help for low-income and vulnerable residents of Bucks, Chester, Delaware, and Montgomery counties. May handle the following types of cases: bankruptcy, debt relief, and consumer law; child custod and dependency issues; disaster legal aid (including Hurricane Ida); elder law; expungements, pardons, and record sealing; government benefits issues concerning Unemployment Compensation, SSI, SSDI, TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families), SNAP (food stamps), Medical Assistance (Medicaid), and Child Health Insurance Program (CHIP), Housing issues such as landlord-tenant, eviction, habitability, public or subsidized housing, rent-to-own, homeownership, mortgage foreclosure, property tax sales, reverse mortgages, and tangled title; utility problems, and veterans benefits and discharge upgrades.

Offers free legal help for low-income and vulnerable residents of Bucks, Chester, Delaware, and Montgomery counties. May handle the following types of cases: bankruptcy, debt relief, and consumer law; child custod and dependency issues; disaster legal aid (including Hurricane Ida); elder law; expungements, pardons, and record sealing; government benefits issues concerning Unemployment Compensation, SSI, SSDI, TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families), SNAP (food stamps), Medical Assistance (Medicaid), and Child Health Insurance Program (CHIP), Housing issues such as landlord-tenant, eviction, habitability, public or subsidized housing, rent-to-own, homeownership, mortgage foreclosure, property tax sales, reverse mortgages, and tangled title; utility problems, and veterans benefits and discharge upgrades.

Offers free legal help for low-income and vulnerable residents of Bucks, Chester, Delaware, and Montgomery counties. May handle the following types of cases: bankruptcy, debt relief, and consumer law; child custod and dependency issues; disaster legal aid (including Hurricane Ida); elder law; expungements, pardons, and record sealing; government benefits issues concerning Unemployment Compensation, SSI, SSDI, TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families), SNAP (food stamps), Medical Assistance (Medicaid), and Child Health Insurance Program (CHIP), Housing issues such as landlord-tenant, eviction, habitability, public or subsidized housing, rent-to-own, homeownership, mortgage foreclosure, property tax sales, reverse mortgages, and tangled title; utility problems, and veterans benefits and discharge upgrades.

Offers free legal help for low-income and vulnerable residents of Bucks, Chester, Delaware, and Montgomery counties. May handle the following types of cases: bankruptcy, debt relief, and consumer law; child custod and dependency issues; disaster legal aid (including Hurricane Ida); elder law; expungements, pardons, and record sealing; government benefits issues concerning Unemployment Compensation, SSI, SSDI, TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families), SNAP (food stamps), Medical Assistance (Medicaid), and Child Health Insurance Program (CHIP), Housing issues such as landlord-tenant, eviction, habitability, public or subsidized housing, rent-to-own, homeownership, mortgage foreclosure, property tax sales, reverse mortgages, and tangled title; utility problems, and veterans benefits and discharge upgrades.

Offers free legal help for low-income and vulnerable residents of Bucks, Chester, Delaware, and Montgomery counties. May handle the following types of cases: bankruptcy, debt relief, and consumer law; child custod and dependency issues; disaster legal aid (including Hurricane Ida); elder law; expungements, pardons, and record sealing; government benefits issues concerning Unemployment Compensation, SSI, SSDI, TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families), SNAP (food stamps), Medical Assistance (Medicaid), and Child Health Insurance Program (CHIP), Housing issues such as landlord-tenant, eviction, habitability, public or subsidized housing, rent-to-own, homeownership, mortgage foreclosure, property tax sales, reverse mortgages, and tangled title; utility problems, and veterans benefits and discharge upgrades.

Works to create sexual violence awareness and prevention education within communities.

Call the toll-free, confidential hotline to access services including counseling support, medical advocacy and legal advocacy, & accompaniment requests for local hospitals and police stations in Adams County.

Assists veterans in applying for Veteran's Administration benefits. Other programs include legislative advocacy, accessibility, spinal cord injury/disease research, bi-monthly newsletter, sports and recreation.

Assists veterans with burial benefits.

Can provide contact information for assistance with VA Benefits, GI Bill Benefits, and VA Healthcare.

Assists veterans with compensation and pension benefits .

Can provide contact information for assistance with VA Benefits, GI Bill Benefits, and VA Healthcare.

Provides assistance for veterans.

Provides assistance for veterans.

Provides assistance for veterans.

Provides assistance for veterans.

The National Resource Directory is a website for connecting wounded warriors, Service Members, Veterans, and their families with those who support them. The Directory is available at https://www.nationalresourcedirectory.gov/ . The Directory provides access to services and resources at the national, state and local levels to support recovery, rehabilitation and community reintegration. Visitors can find information on a variety of topics including benefits & compensation, education & training, employment, family & caregiver support, health, homeless assistance, housing, transportation & travel and other services & resources. The Directory is a partnership among the Departments of Defense, Labor and Veterans Affairs. The information contained within the Directory is from federal, state and local government agencies, Veterans service and benefit organizations, non-profit and community-based organizations, academic institutions and professional associations that provide assistance to wounded warriors and t

Assists veterans and their family members with information regarding federal, state, and local benefits. Services include assistance in filing for and accessing compensation for service connected disability, pension for veterans unable to work, vocational rehabilitation and counseling, payment for education and job training, home loan guaranty, life insurance, "wheelchair homes," burial benefits, dependency and indemnity compensation, and death pension.

Provides civil legal services to individuals and families experiencing homelessness or at risk of becoming homeless. Helps establish eligibility for benefit programs such as SSI, TANF, medical assistance, SNAP, and veterans compensation and pension; upgrades discharge characterizations; enforces custody and other family law rights; assists with shelter and supportive services; helps with replacing or correcting identity documents; and preserves private and subsidized housing eligibility.

Assists veterans and their families with service-connected disability claims, VA pension claims, veteran burial benefits, education benefits, home loan guarantees, healthcare eligibility, and appeals.

Helps with completing required federal paperwork applications and obtaining documents needed.

Provides eligible veteran households with outreach, assessment, case management, advocacy and assistance in obtaining VA and other benefits, which may include housing counseling, legal support, credit repair, financial planning services, and time-limited, temporary financial assistance.

Assists veterans and their families with service-connected disability claims, VA pension claims, veteran burial benefits, education benefits, home loan guarantees, healthcare eligibility, and appeals.

Helps with completing required federal paperwork applications and obtaining documents needed.

Provides eligible veteran households with outreach, assessment, case management, advocacy and assistance in obtaining VA and other benefits, which may include housing counseling, legal support, credit repair, financial planning services, and time-limited, temporary financial assistance.

Assists veterans and their families with service-connected disability claims, VA pension claims, veteran burial benefits, education benefits, home loan guarantees, healthcare eligibility, and appeals.

Helps with completing required federal paperwork applications and obtaining documents needed.

Provides eligible veteran households with outreach, assessment, case management, advocacy and assistance in obtaining VA and other benefits, which may include housing counseling, legal support, credit repair, financial planning services, and time-limited, temporary financial assistance.

Assists veterans and their families with service-connected disability claims, VA pension claims, veteran burial benefits, education benefits, home loan guarantees, healthcare eligibility, and appeals.

Helps with completing required federal paperwork applications and obtaining documents needed.

Provides eligible veteran households with outreach, assessment, case management, advocacy and assistance in obtaining VA and other benefits, which may include housing counseling, legal support, credit repair, financial planning services, and time-limited, temporary financial assistance.

Assists veterans and their families with service-connected disability claims, VA pension claims, veteran burial benefits, education benefits, home loan guarantees, healthcare eligibility, and appeals.

Helps with completing required federal paperwork applications and obtaining documents needed.

Provides eligible veteran households with outreach, assessment, case management, advocacy and assistance in obtaining VA and other benefits, which may include housing counseling, legal support, credit repair, financial planning services, and time-limited, temporary financial assistance.

Assists veterans and their families with service-connected disability claims, VA pension claims, veteran burial benefits, education benefits, home loan guarantees, healthcare eligibility, and appeals.

Helps with completing required federal paperwork applications and obtaining documents needed.

Provides eligible veteran households with outreach, assessment, case management, advocacy and assistance in obtaining VA and other benefits, which may include housing counseling, legal support, credit repair, financial planning services, and time-limited, temporary financial assistance.

Assists veterans and their families with service-connected disability claims, VA pension claims, veteran burial benefits, education benefits, home loan guarantees, healthcare eligibility, and appeals.

Helps with completing required federal paperwork applications and obtaining documents needed.

Provides eligible veteran households with outreach, assessment, case management, advocacy and assistance in obtaining VA and other benefits, which may include housing counseling, legal support, credit repair, financial planning services, and time-limited, temporary financial assistance.

Helps low-income veterans and their families find affordable housing. Financial assistance can include help with back rent, mortgage or utility payments for families struggling to remain in their homes.

Using a housing-first case management model, UESF provides services including housing acquisition and landlord negotiation, VA benefit assistance, mainstream benefits, legal assistance referrals, self-sufficiency education, and temporary financial assistance when needed.

AMVETS implements programs for and advocates on behalf of veterans and their families.
AMVETS National Service Officers (NSOs) are stationed at VA regional offices and medical centers and provide information, counseling and claims assistance to all veterans and their dependents in matters concerning education, disability compensation, employment, hospitalization, rehabilitation, pension and other benefits.

Annually awards scholarships to veterans and their dependents.

Automobile donations are accepted through the national office.

AMVETS implements programs for and advocates on behalf of veterans and their families. A network of AMVETS National Service Officers (NSOs) are stationed at VA regional offices and medical centers and provide information, counseling and claims assistance to all veterans and their dependants in matters concerning education, disability compensation, employment, hospitalization, rehabilitation, pension and other benefits.

Annually awards scholarships to veterans and their dependents. Also conducts programs to teach children about American heritage, civics and citizenship.

Pennsylvania AMVETS CODE Career Center provides asset assessment, resume writing assistance, interview skills training, and exploration into education, training, licensing, and certification opportunities.

Offer assistance in filing claims and employing veterans
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Community-based counseling centers that provides readjustment counseling to make a successful transition from military to civilian life or after a traumatic event experienced in the military. Individual, group, marriage and family counseling is offered in addition to referral and connection to other VA or community benefits and services.

Services include review of legal options available, advocacy, filing Temporary Protection from Abuse (PFA) orders, legal representation at final PFA hearings, assistance with U-Visa petitions, referrals for representation for non-PFA matters, district court accompaniment to the abuser’s criminal proceeding, and assistance applying for crime victims compensation.

Legal services also provides Domestic Violence trainings for local law enforcement.

Promotes housing stability. Provides outreach services, case management services, assistance in obtaining VA benefits, and assistance in obtaining and coordinating other public, and mainstream benefits. Temporary financial assistance may also be available.

Offers a full range of employment readiness services to eligible homeless veterans seeking employment.

Offers transitional housing. Provides case management, goal planning, transportation, referral, and other supportive services.

Educates veterans and their family members on the full range of federal, state, and county veteran's benefits, and assists in processing forms and supporting documentation to obtain these benefits. Coordinates with area funeral directors to ensure burial benefits. May be able to offer a one-time benefit payment (up to $1,600).

Provides information on the full range of federal, state, and county veteran's benefits. Offers financial aid in an emergency and temporary basis. Also coordinates special honors and ceremonies to commemorate veterans.

Provides assistance for veterans who are having difficulty understanding and/or obtaining the full benefits and services to which they are entitled.

Provides civil legal services to low-income individuals and families. Offers representation/legal advice in areas such as the following: Protection from abuse; Child custody/visitation; Landlord/tenant disputes, public housing; Criminal Record Expungement Assistance; Government benefits (TANF, LIHEAP, Food Stamps, and Unemployment Compensation); Utility Shut Offs; Sheriff's sales/levy's; Consumer; Mortgage foreclosures; Low Income Taxpayers Clinic; Guardianships; Legal Services for Veterans - Homeless/Near Homeless; Elder Law.

Provides civil legal services to low-income individuals and families. Offers representation/legal advice in areas such as the following: Protection from abuse; Child custody/visitation; Landlord/tenant disputes, public housing; Criminal Record Expungement Assistance; Government benefits (TANF, LIHEAP, Food Stamps, and Unemployment Compensation); Utility Shut Offs; Sheriff's sales/levy's; Consumer; Mortgage foreclosures; Low Income Taxpayers Clinic; Guardianships; Legal Services for Veterans - Homeless/Near Homeless; Elder Law.

Provides civil legal services to low-income individuals and families. Offers representation/legal advice in areas such as the following: Protection from abuse; Child custody/visitation; Landlord/tenant disputes, public housing; Criminal Record Expungement Assistance; Government benefits (TANF, LIHEAP, Food Stamps, and Unemployment Compensation); Utility Shut Offs; Sheriff's sales/levy's; Consumer; Mortgage foreclosures; Low Income Taxpayers Clinic; Guardianships; Legal Services for Veterans - Homeless/Near Homeless; Elder Law.

Provides civil legal services to low-income individuals and families. Offers representation/legal advice in areas such as the following: Protection from abuse; Child custody/visitation; Landlord/tenant disputes, public housing; Criminal Record Expungement Assistance; Government benefits (TANF, LIHEAP, Food Stamps, and Unemployment Compensation); Utility Shut Offs; Sheriff's sales/levy's; Consumer; Mortgage foreclosures; Low Income Taxpayers Clinic; Guardianships; Legal Services for Veterans - Homeless/Near Homeless; Elder Law.

Provides civil legal services to low-income individuals and families. Offers representation/legal advice in areas such as the following: Protection from abuse; Child custody/visitation; Landlord/tenant disputes, public housing; Criminal Record Expungement Assistance; Government benefits (TANF, LIHEAP, Food Stamps, and Unemployment Compensation); Utility Shut Offs; Sheriff's sales/levy's; Consumer; Mortgage foreclosures; Low Income Taxpayers Clinic; Guardianships; Legal Services for Veterans - Homeless/Near Homeless; Elder Law.

Provides civil legal services to low-income individuals and families. Offers representation/legal advice in areas such as the following: Protection from abuse; Child custody/visitation; Landlord/tenant disputes, public housing; Criminal Record Expungement Assistance; Government benefits (TANF, LIHEAP, Food Stamps, and Unemployment Compensation); Utility Shut Offs; Sheriff's sales/levy's; Consumer; Mortgage foreclosures; Low Income Taxpayers Clinic; Guardianships; Legal Services for Veterans - Homeless/Near Homeless; Elder Law.

Provides civil legal services to low-income individuals and families. Offers representation/legal advice in areas such as the following: Protection from abuse; Child custody/visitation; Landlord/tenant disputes, public housing; Criminal Record Expungement Assistance; Government benefits (TANF, LIHEAP, Food Stamps, and Unemployment Compensation); Utility Shut Offs; Sheriff's sales/levy's; Consumer; Mortgage foreclosures; Low Income Taxpayers Clinic; Guardianships; Legal Services for Veterans - Homeless/Near Homeless; Elder Law.

Provides civil legal services to low-income individuals and families. Offers representation/legal advice in areas such as the following: Protection from abuse; Child custody/visitation; Landlord/tenant disputes, public housing; Criminal Record Expungement Assistance; Government benefits (TANF, LIHEAP, Food Stamps, and Unemployment Compensation); Utility Shut Offs; Sheriff's sales/levy's; Consumer; Mortgage foreclosures; Low Income Taxpayers Clinic; Guardianships; Legal Services for Veterans - Homeless/Near Homeless; Elder Law.

Provides civil legal services to low-income individuals and families. Offers representation/legal advice in areas such as the following: Protection from abuse; Child custody/visitation; Landlord/tenant disputes, public housing; Criminal Record Expungement Assistance; Government benefits (TANF, LIHEAP, Food Stamps, and Unemployment Compensation); Utility Shut Offs; Sheriff's sales/levy's; Consumer; Mortgage foreclosures; Low Income Taxpayers Clinic; Guardianships; Legal Services for Veterans - Homeless/Near Homeless; Elder Law.

Provides civil legal services to low-income individuals and families. Offers representation/legal advice in areas such as the following: Protection from abuse; Child custody/visitation; Landlord/tenant disputes, public housing; Criminal Record Expungement Assistance; Government benefits (TANF, LIHEAP, Food Stamps, and Unemployment Compensation); Utility Shut Offs; Sheriff's sales/levy's; Consumer; Mortgage foreclosures; Low Income Taxpayers Clinic; Guardianships; Legal Services for Veterans - Homeless/Near Homeless; Elder Law.

Provides civil legal services to low-income individuals and families. Offers representation/legal advice in areas such as the following: Protection from abuse; Child custody/visitation; Landlord/tenant disputes, public housing; Criminal Record Expungement Assistance; Government benefits (TANF, LIHEAP, Food Stamps, and Unemployment Compensation); Utility Shut Offs; Sheriff's sales/levy's; Consumer; Mortgage foreclosures; Low Income Taxpayers Clinic; Guardianships; Legal Services for Veterans - Homeless/Near Homeless; Elder Law.

Provides civil legal services to low-income individuals and families. Offers representation/legal advice in areas such as the following: Protection from abuse; Child custody/visitation; Landlord/tenant disputes, public housing; Criminal Record Expungement Assistance; Government benefits (TANF, LIHEAP, Food Stamps, and Unemployment Compensation); Utility Shut Offs; Sheriff's sales/levy's; Consumer; Mortgage foreclosures; Low Income Taxpayers Clinic; Guardianships; Legal Services for Veterans - Homeless/Near Homeless; Elder Law.

Provides civil legal services to low-income individuals and families. Offers representation/legal advice in areas such as the following: Protection from abuse; Child custody/visitation; Landlord/tenant disputes, public housing; Criminal Record Expungement Assistance; Government benefits (TANF, LIHEAP, Food Stamps, and Unemployment Compensation); Utility Shut Offs; Sheriff's sales/levy's; Consumer; Mortgage foreclosures; Low Income Taxpayers Clinic; Guardianships; Legal Services for Veterans - Homeless/Near Homeless; Elder Law.

Provides civil legal services to low-income individuals and families. Offers representation/legal advice in areas such as the following: Protection from abuse; Child custody/visitation; Landlord/tenant disputes, public housing; Criminal Record Expungement Assistance; Government benefits (TANF, LIHEAP, Food Stamps, and Unemployment Compensation); Utility Shut Offs; Sheriff's sales/levy's; Consumer; Mortgage foreclosures; Low Income Taxpayers Clinic; Guardianships; Legal Services for Veterans - Homeless/Near Homeless; Elder Law.

Provides an emergency shelter allowance to stop eviction from home/apartment or foreclosure to house. May also help find a long-term or short-term place to live, if necessary. Amount of the one time payment depends on needs, situation, and emergency.

Overseeks standards for licensure, complaints/questions concerning a faciliyt/regulation.

Operates a short-term treatment program designed to help clients through an intensive treatment option.

Provides emergency aid, in the form of either a direct grant (a cash gift, not to be repaid) or an interest-free loan, and by giving college scholarships to children of soldiers.

Offers programs, activities and services including: lunch time congregate meal, transportation
, health and wellness workshops and screenings, nutrition education, line dancing, walking group, computer classes, arts and cultural programs, pool table, ping pong, Bible study, book group, local and long distance trips, advisory council, volunteer and intergenerational opportunities. Provides support with individual, group, and caregiver counseling, information and assistance with benefits counseling, veterans support group, caregiver information and support, grandparents raising grandchildren information and support.

Offers a variety of classes and activities to promote a healthy lifestyle to persons of all ages and abilities.

Assists veterans and their dependents and survivors to obtain benefits from the federal, state and local agencies administering programs for veterans. Assistance includes: Preparing and submitting Compensation and Pension applications, Education and GI Bill information, Veterans Health Care, Prescription Enrollment, Burial Benefits, Veterans Headstones, Markers, and Flags, Veterans Widow Benefits, Discharges and Medals replacement, Real Estate Tax Exemption for VA Disabled wartime veterans, Blind or Paralyzed Veterans Pensions, Hunting and Fishing Licenses for Disabled Wartime Veterans. Answers questions concerning Veterans' Benefits and Services.

Assists veterans and their family members with information regarding federal, state, and local benefits. Offers assistance in filing for and accessing the following benefits: compensation for a service-connected disability, pension for veterans unable to work, vocational rehabilitation and counseling, payment for education and job training, home loan guaranty, life insurance, "wheelchair homes," burial benefits, dependency and indemnity compensation, and death pension.

Assists veterans and/or their dependents in receiving education benefits. Provides financial assistance to either the children of honorably discharged veterans or the veteran themselves.

Assist veterans and their dependents in obtaining available benefits. Discusses and submits applications for entitled benefits, including but not limited to compensations and pension, hospitalization and out-patient care, education, home loans, insurance and special housing and automobile grants.

The Health Dept. offers a wide variety of educational and preventive programs and consulting services. Programs are available to schools, businesses, community organization, etc., and can be tailored to fit most health topics. Available programs include cancer prevention, cardiovascular health and screenings, childhood lead poisoning prevention, dental health, falls prevention, tobacco control, nutrition and physical activity, Lyme Disease and osteoporosis.

Administers benefit programs for veterans and assists with applying for these benefits.

Provides services to veterans and their families who are homeless or at risk of homelessness and/or lacking the resources for housing stability. Through the development of a service plan, assistance is provided with rent, utilities, emergency support, moving expenses, education, transportation and/or child care. Also networks with Veterans Affairs, churches and community groups to provide additional supports, benefits and services for Veterans and their families.

Assist veterans and their family members with information regarding federal, state and local benefits. Services include assistance in filing for and accessing the following federal benefits: compensation for service connected disability; pension for veterans unable to work; and burial benefits. The benefits for family members of deceased veterans include dependency and indemnity compensation and survivor's pension.

Assists the county commissioners in administering the provisions that relate to the burial of a deceased service person and their spouse, and the furnishing markers for their graves.

Assists war veterans and their families in securing their rights in matters relating to their person, property, and care of family. Offers one-time benefit payment of up to $1,600.

Assists veterans and their dependents when applying for federal, state, and county benefits. Offers a one-time benefit payment (up to a max of $1,600).

Prescreens and check pre-requisites for class opportunities in nursing aide, trucking, and forklift.

Provides licensed nurse, assistance with activities of daily living (dressing, bathing, grooming.)
, wellness programs, assistance with prescribed medications, diabetic management
, private or shared accommodations, three meals daily, plus snacks
, planned social, educational and recreational activities
, transportation for scheduled activity outings, assistance with Veterans Benefits (VA) application, for those eligible
, access to on-site salon services (fee for services)
, linen and personal laundry
, housekeeping
, cable services
and all utilities.

Focusing on service to veterans, service members and communities. Programs for Family, Youth, Community and National Affairs. Help with VA claims, assistance in finding employment, support for current members of the military, and financial advice.

Awards annual scholarship ($600 for 4 years, total: $2,400) to children of veterans.

Focusing on service to veterans, service members and communities. Programs for Family, Youth, Community and National Affairs. Help with VA claims, assistance in finding employment, support for current members of the military, and financial advice.

Focusing on service to veterans, service members and communities. Programs for Family, Youth, Community and National Affairs. Help with VA claims, assistance in finding employment, support for current members of the military, and financial advice.

Focusing on service to veterans, service members and communities. Programs for Family, Youth, Community and National Affairs. Help with VA claims, assistance in finding employment, support for current members of the military, and financial advice.

Focusing on service to veterans, service members and communities. Programs for Family, Youth, Community and National Affairs. Help with VA claims, assistance in finding employment, support for current members of the military, and financial advice.

Focusing on service to veterans, service members and communities. Programs for Family, Youth, Community and National Affairs. Help with VA claims, assistance in finding employment, support for current members of the military, and financial advice.

Focusing on service to veterans, service members and communities. Programs for Family, Youth, Community and National Affairs. Help with VA claims, assistance in finding employment, support for current members of the military, and financial advice.

Provides information and referral for Veterans and dependents to other federal, state, county agencies and organizations that might further assist them.

Provides 14 agencies under one roof providing an array of services and supports, including mental health and drug and alcohol counseling, a food pantry, and other agencies that serve families, seniors, and veterans.

Provides employment and educational services. Offers training programs for certifications, support for dislocated workers, employment-related transportation, and job retraining assistance. Assists with applying for benefits through the Department of Human, filing initial Unemployment Claims, and Workers' Compensation Benefits.

Provides employment and educational services. Offers training programs for certifications, support for dislocated workers, employment-related transportation, and job retraining assistance. Assists with applying for benefits through the Department of Human, filing initial Unemployment Claims, and Workers' Compensation Benefits.

Provides employment and educational services. Offers training programs for certifications, support for dislocated workers, employment-related transportation, and job retraining assistance. Assists with applying for benefits through the Department of Human, filing initial Unemployment Claims, and Workers' Compensation Benefits.

Provides employment and educational services. Offers training programs for certifications, support for dislocated workers, employment-related transportation, and job retraining assistance. Assists with applying for benefits through the Department of Human, filing initial Unemployment Claims, and Workers' Compensation Benefits.

Provides employment and educational services. Offers training programs for certifications, support for dislocated workers, employment-related transportation, and job retraining assistance. Assists with applying for benefits through the Department of Human, filing initial Unemployment Claims, and Workers' Compensation Benefits.

Provides employment and educational services. Offers training programs for certifications, support for dislocated workers, employment-related transportation, and job retraining assistance. Assists with applying for benefits through the Department of Human, filing initial Unemployment Claims, and Workers' Compensation Benefits.

Provides employment and educational services. Offers training programs for certifications, support for dislocated workers, employment-related transportation, and job retraining assistance. Assists with applying for benefits through the Department of Human, filing initial Unemployment Claims, and Workers' Compensation Benefits.

Provides employment and educational services. Offers training programs for certifications, support for dislocated workers, employment-related transportation, and job retraining assistance. Assists with applying for benefits through the Department of Human, filing initial Unemployment Claims, and Workers' Compensation Benefits.

A national program of contributory social insurance. Employees, employers and the self-employed pay contributions that are pooled in special trust funds. These funds provide income to workers and dependents in the event of retirement, disability or death. SSA also administers medicare and the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program for the aged, blind and disabled. Local offices accept applications, determine eligibility, hear appeals and are available to assist individuals trying to access benefits.

A national program of contributory social insurance. Employees, employers and the self-employed pay contributions that are pooled in special trust funds. These funds provide income to workers and dependents in the event of retirement, disability or death. SSA also administers medicare and the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program for the aged, blind and disabled. Local offices accept applications, determine eligibility, hear appeals and are available to assist individuals trying to access benefits.

A national program of contributory social insurance. Employees, employers and the self-employed pay contributions that are pooled in special trust funds. These funds provide income to workers and dependents in the event of retirement, disability or death. SSA also administers medicare and the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program for the aged, blind and disabled. Local offices accept applications, determine eligibility, hear appeals and are available to assist individuals trying to access benefits.

A national program of contributory social insurance. Employees, employers and the self-employed pay contributions that are pooled in special trust funds. These funds provide income to workers and dependents in the event of retirement, disability or death. SSA also administers medicare and the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program for the aged, blind and disabled. Local offices accept applications, determine eligibility, hear appeals and are available to assist individuals trying to access benefits.

Provides the following services:
* Processes and makes determination on all types of applications for Social Security retirement, survivors disability, and Medicare benefits
* Processes claims for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits
* Informs employers, employees, and self-employed persons of their rights and responsibilities under the Social Security program
* Assists beneficiaries with necessary reporting of events which might affect continuing eligibility
* Accepts applications for original and duplicate social security numbers
* Explains the right to the appeal process to dissatisfied clients
* Investigates possible collusion, impersonation, misrepresentation, or fraud in connection with claims under the Social Security Act
* Maintains an informational resource file and makes appropriate referrals
* Accepts initial applications for Black Lung Benefits
* Burial Benefits:

A national program of contributory social insurance. Employees, employers and the self-employed pay contributions that are pooled in special trust funds. These funds provide income to workers and dependents in the event of retirement, disability or death. SSA also administers medicare and the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program for the aged, blind and disabled. Local offices accept applications, determine eligibility, hear appeals and are available to assist individuals trying to access benefits.

A national program of contributory social insurance. Employees, employers and the self-employed pay contributions that are pooled in special trust funds. These funds provide income to workers and dependents in the event of retirement, disability or death. SSA also administers medicare and the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program for the aged, blind and disabled. Local offices accept applications, determine eligibility, hear appeals and are available to assist individuals trying to access benefits.

A national program of contributory social insurance. Employees, employers and the self-employed pay contributions that are pooled in special trust funds. These funds provide income to workers and dependents in the event of retirement, disability or death. SSA also administers medicare and the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program for the aged, blind and disabled. Local offices accept applications, determine eligibility, hear appeals and are available to assist individuals trying to access benefits.

A national program of contributory social insurance. Employees, employers and the self-employed pay contributions that are pooled in special trust funds. These funds provide income to workers and dependents in the event of retirement, disability or death. SSA also administers medicare and the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program for the aged, blind and disabled. Local offices accept applications, determine eligibility, hear appeals and are available to assist individuals trying to access benefits.

Provides housing and supportive services to veterans with histories of homelessness, substance use, and/or varying degrees of behavioral health challenges. Programs include Hospital to Housing, Intensive Transitional Housing, Bridge Housing, Emergency Residential Services, and Transitional Housing for Veterans with Serious Mental Illness.

Provides housing and supportive services to veterans with histories of homelessness, substance use, and/or varying degrees of behavioral health challenges. Programs include Hospital to Housing, Intensive Transitional Housing, Bridge Housing, Emergency Residential Services, and Transitional Housing for Veterans with Serious Mental Illness.

Provides housing and supportive services to veterans with histories of homelessness, substance use, and/or varying degrees of behavioral health challenges. Programs include Hospital to Housing, Intensive Transitional Housing, Bridge Housing, Emergency Residential Services, and Transitional Housing for Veterans with Serious Mental Illness.

A one-stop job center that provides an array of employment and training services for veterans and anyone seeking employment. Services include job counseling, testing and assessment; resume preparation assistance, interview training and other pre-employment guidance services; job matching and referral; unemployment insurance and job registration; labor market and career information; information on financial aid for education and training; and referral for job training, transportation, child care, personal and financial counseling, health care and other human services resources in the community.

Community-service organization of organizations to support the Lehigh Valley’s active and reserve component military service members, its veterans, and their families.

Both a forum and as a focal point organization, that provides the opportunity for an entire regional community “not only a veterans-based one“ to care for its own. Teaches others to help in meaningful ways and advocates on behalf of a substantial, local military-veteran community on issues of relevance and importance. Organizes or supports programs which tackle the support of local military units when deployed, the support of families of service members, the transition of returning veterans, and the recovery of veterans requiring additional help.

Provides assistance to veterans and their families in obtaining benefits, information, and services.

Provides information and assistance in applying for Veteran's benefits including aid and attendant care, health care, home loans, education loans, emergency funds, service connected disability, non-service connected disability, pension, funeral costs and grave markers.

Provides local opportunities for veterans and the community to connect through physical and social activity. Hosts weekly fitness activities, monthly social events, and participates in local races and events together.

Provides a Veteran's outpatient clinic. Services include primary care, routine lab tests, patient education, social work services. No emergency services at this location.

Provides information on benefits and services for veterans and their beneficiaries in Pennsylvania.


Main Office
Department of Military and Veterans Affairs
Building S-O-47, Fort Indiantown Gap
Annville, PA 17003-5002
Phone: 717-861-8901
Fax: 717-861-8589
Toll Free: 800-547-2838


Philadelphia Field Office
Veterans Administration Center
PO Box 42938, Philadelphia, PA 19101-2938
Phone: 215-381-3040
Fax: 215-381-3492
Toll Free: 866-754-8637


Pittsburgh Field Office
Moorehead Federal Building
1000 Liberty Avenue, Suite 1612
Pittsburgh, PA 15222-4003
Phone: 412-395-6225
Fax: 412-395-6224

The Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veteran Affairs provides resources and assistance to Pennsylvania's one million veterans and their families, and provides quality care for aging and disabled veterans.

On April 24, 2006, House Bill 1820 was signed into law as Act 29 of 2006. This Bill establishes the Persian Gulf Conflict Veterans Benefit Act. On November 7, 2006, Pennsylvania voters gave overwhelming approval to a ballot question to fund the program. The bond issue created a fund for the payment of compensation to, or on behalf of, eligible current and former members of the United States Armed Forces, a reserve component of the United States Armed Forces, or the Pennsylvania National Guard.

Eligible Pennsylvania veterans of the Persian Gulf Conflict are entitled to receive:

• A one-time benefit of $75 per month for each month (or major fraction thereof) of active service in the Persian Gulf Conflict Theater of Operations during the covered period. The maximum compensation is $525.

Provides real estate tax exemption for any honorably discharged veteran who is 100% disabled, a resident of the Commonwealth and has a financial need.