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VETERAN RESOURCES

• Veterans in Crisis: If you’re a Veteran in crisis or concerned about one, connect with our caring, qualified Veterans Crisis Line responders for confidential help. Many of them are Veterans themselves. This service is private, free to use, and available 24/7.

• The Veterans Benefits Administration
• The Veterans Affairs Official Website
  • Getting Started with the VA: Whether you transitioned out of service recently or decades ago—or you’re the family member or caregiver of a Veteran—read this page to get started.
  • Learn About VA Health Benefits
  • Find VA Locations - search by Zip Code or a City and State, select the facility type and click search to view results.
  • Local VA Health Care Clinics (for qualified veterans)
    • Grand Rapids: Century Ave VA Clinic: 620 Century Ave SW. Call 269-966-5600 ext 39201 or VA health connect: 833-940-1624.
    • Wyoming: 5838 Metro Way SW.  Call 616-249-5300 or VA health connect: 833-940-1624.
• Disabled American Veterans
• Kent County Veteran Services
• Michigan Veteran Homes at Grand Rapids: 2950 Monroe Avenue NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49505, phone: 616-345-6107.
• West Michigan Veteran's Assistance 
• West Michigan Veterans Coalition

AMERICAN LEGION INFORMATION & RESOURCES

Since 1919, The American Legion has operated with a clear and enduring purpose: to serve those who have served, strengthen the nation, and uphold the values that define American democracy. That purpose is built on four foundational pillars: Veterans Affairs & Rehabilitation, National Security, Americanism, and Children & Youth. These pillars guide the organization’s advocacy, outreach, and service across thousands of local posts and millions of members nationwide.  Use the links below, or use the search option available on the website's menu. 

• Membership in The American Legion opens the door to services and resources designed to assist both members and all veterans, while building camaraderie through access to local posts.
• Veteran Benefits
• Find an Amerian Legion Service Officer in your area, or call (833) 648-3826, Option 1.
• Family Support Network - The American Legion Department of Michigan
• Member Discounts page, or Digital Member Discounts Brochure
• Flag Advocacy: Learn about the Pledge of Allegiance, flag folding procedure, the flag code and more.
• American Legion Emblem Sales Shop for American flags, apparel and more for The American Legion and it's entities. Their mission is to give financial support to the American Legion programs that enhance the quality of life for America's veterans, their families, and their communities.

More Ways to Connect with The American Legion & It's Entities

• American Legion Departments and Department of Michigan
• Amerian Legion Auxiliary  and Michigan American Legion Auxiliary
• Sons of the American Legion and SAL Michigan
• American Legion Riders
• Facebook pages and groups are a great way to stay up to date. Some of these require a request to join and post membership: