Community Resources

The following is by no means an exhaustive list of community-based resources. Please let us know of other veteran-friendly services that we might want to include on this site. Cal Poly Pomona does not endorse any particular agency, entity, organization or service.

For general information…

	United States Department of Veterans Affairs The premier site for all things related to veterans. The first place to go for answers related to benefits and services provided to U.S. veterans.
	California Department of Veterans Affairs The CDVA provides aid and assistance to California veterans and families in presenting claims for veterans' benefits; provide beneficial opportunities through direct low-cost loans to acquire farms and homes; provide aged or disabled veterans with rehabilitative, residential, and medical care and services at California Veterans Homes.
	Today's GI Bill Today’s GI Bill is designed to help you make the most of your education benefits by providing clear yet comprehensive guidance.
	IAVA: Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America The nation's first and largest group dedicated to the Troops and Veterans of the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, and the civilian supporters of those Troops and Veterans.
	Military.com A comprehensive resource for information related to military life, including military news, benefits information, spouse and family resources, classified job postings, etc.

Getting involved with other Student-Veterans…

	Facebook The Cal Poly Pomona Veterans Club very own Facebook site. Come check it out…
	Student Veterans of America A coalition of student veterans groups from college campuses across the United States that works to develop new student groups, coordinate between existing student groups, and advocate on behalf of student veterans at the local, state, and national level. Dealing with personal issues…

Facebook

The Cal Poly Pomona Veterans Club very own Facebook site. Come check it out…

Student Veterans of America

A coalition of student veterans groups from college campuses across the United States that works to develop new student groups, coordinate between existing student groups, and advocate on behalf of student veterans at the local, state, and national level.

Dealing with personal issues…

Securing needed support…

	Cal Poly Pomona Counseling and Psychological Services Personal counseling and assistance provided by Cal Poly Pomona’s counseling and psychological services.
	Cal Poly Pomona Disability Resource Center The campus authority to verify disabilities and to prescribe specific accommodations for students with documented disabilities. Individualized programs enable students to compete academically on an equal basis with their non-disabled peers. Academic accommodations and support services are available to students with mobility, visual, or hearing impairments, chronic health conditions, and/or attention, learning or psychological disorders.
	Cal Poly Pomona Student Health Services A wide range of services, that include early treatment of illnesses and injuries; diagnostic and preventive care; and health promotion programs/outreach services through the Wellness Center.
	Disabled American Veterans Grassroots advocacy and services in communities nationwide. From educating lawmakers and the public about important issues to supporting services and legislation to help disabled veterans.
	Blind Veterans of America Assistance for blinded veterans and their families in overcoming challenges of disabilities associated with the loss of sightedness.
	USO: United Service Organizations A bridge between the American people and the U.S. military, providing morale, welfare and recreation-type services to men and women in uniform.
	United States Department of Veterans Affairs Free readjustment counseling and outreach services to veterans and their family members.
	The National Coalition for Homeless Veterans A coalition for homeless veterans that seeks to end homelessness among veterans by shaping public policy, promoting collaboration, and building the capacity of service providers.
	National Center for PTSD Research & education on the prevention, understanding, and treatment of PTSD.
	National Suicide Prevention Hotline A free, 24-hour hotline available to anyone in suicidal crisis or emotional distress.
	Red Para La Prevencion de Suicidio Nacional Las llamadas son gratis, y nuestras líneas funcionan las 24 horas todos los días de la semana, y es disponible a cualquier persona en crisis suicidio o estado emocional.