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Serves the veterans of Brookhaven by gathering and providing information of benefits offered by the VA, State, County and local governments. This includes, but is not limited to matters pertaining to educational training, employment, health and medical services.

Organization for United States armed forces veterans who served overseas in time of war. Promotes patriotism, and the welfare and interest of veterans.

Through a partnership with a leading provider of e-learning, qualified service members can take free, self-paced classes from among more than 1500 courses available, earning credit toward college degrees, continuing education units and business certifications with the goal of becoming self-sufficient.

Organization for United States armed forces veterans who served overseas in time of war. Promotes patriotism, and the welfare and interest of veterans. Meets on the first and third Tuesday of the month at 8:00pm.

Provides psychotherapy to veterans who have experienced war related trauma. Offers emotional support, individual, group and family support, counseling for military sexual trauma and bereavement, and medical referrals.

Provides three residential treatment facilities exclusively for veterans struggling with chemical dependency, post-traumatic stress disorder and other life challenges. They are located in Manhattan, Richmond Hill, Queens, and Ellenville NY. The Ellenville facility is dedicated to female veterans and offers gender-specific treatment at a safe and encouraging environment for women veterans. Also operates the Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) which provides community-based housing assistance and support services for at-risk veterans and their families. These services include temporary financial assistance, housing counseling, legal service referrals, daily living services, personal financial planning and transportation services.

Assists veterans, members of the armed services, their families and their dependents in securing benefits earned through military service. For more information on Tuesdays and Thursdays Contact Bob Hopkins, SVC.

Offers a program for veterans and surviving spouses to defray costs of assisted living or supportive living services. Veterans and survivors who are eligible for a VA pension and require the aid and attendance of another person or are homebound, may be eligible for additional monetary payment. These benefits are paid in addition to monthly pension and they are not paid without eligibility to pension. Contact local Veterans Center for more information or check website.

Offers veterans, including those with PTSD, support meetings, networking opportunities, creativity and job preparation workshops and social activity experience to promote a healthy transition back to civilian life. A particular focus is placed upon helping veterans showcase their talent and share their experiences through the arts, art shows, photography, music, dance and theatrical events.

Advocates on behalf of all veterans, advises Supervisor and Town Council on veterans' affairs and issues, promotes military observances and holidays to the general public, and educates the community regarding significant contributions by veterans to America's freedom.

Organization for United States armed forces veterans who served overseas in time of war. Promotes patriotism, and the welfare and interest of veterans. Meetings are held the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 6:30pm.

Established to help families of U.S. military personnel who were killed or seriously injured during Operation Iraqi Freedom. Call for more information.

Membership is restricted to the combat wounded, but MOPH provides support to all veterans and their dependents throughout the United States. They help to create jobs, offer scholarships, and maintain continuous liaison with Congress on issues related to veterans. Meetings held 3rd Thursday of month at 8pm.

Provides trauma psychotherapy and bereavement counseling to family members.

Provides emergency relief to help cover expenses such as utility bills, mortgage and rent payments, car payments and repairs, auto insurance, home repair, food and household supplies, medical bills and copayments. Also offers Holiday financial assistance.

Helps foster, encourage and promote the improvement of the condition of all veterans and their families. Meetings are held at Hicksville VFW Hall, 320 South Broadway, 11801, on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 8pm.

Meets first Tuesday of month at 7pm, to help veterans and their families. Sponsors community events and educational programs: Civil War Re-enactment and Voice of Democracy. Affiliated with the National Headquarters of VFW, Kansas City, Mo. Newsletter available to members.

Provides services for veterans with low vision.

Provides transitioning veterans regular one-on-one sessions with a financial coach in order to link their goals and values to their financial dreams, create an action plan and track progress toward the goals mutually set by them.

One of five community-based outpatient clinics offering services to veterans living in the Long Island area. Call for more information.

Provides education, advocacy, information and referral to help veterans with disabilities achieve their goals of independence. Also coordinates a peer mentoring program for veterans.

Offers veterans and their families guidance in matters relating to military service and securing benefits earned through military service.

Helps foster, encourage and promote the improvement of the condition of all veterans and their families. Offers two scholarships annually. Speakers Bureau available upon request. Meeting held at Brookhaven Parks Office, 286 Hawkins Road, Centereach NY 11720, the 4th Friday of each month at 8pm. Call for more information.

Offers peer support and assistance for veterans of all ages and eras who struggle with post-military service transition issues including behavioral health and substance abuse, financial employment, social, and family challenges.

Supports the American Legion and honors the sacrifice of those who serve by enhancing the lives of our veterans, military and their families, both at home and abroad. Advocates for veterans, educates citizens, mentors youth and promotes patriotism, good citizenship, peace and security. Call or visit website for local chapter locations.