Supporting veterans, service members, and military families is deeply important to us. We know how complex the transition from service to civilian life can be and how often the emotional impact of military culture is carried quietly and alone. The effects of war, deployment, reintegration, and systemic demands show up in relationships, in the body, and in day to day life.
This page brings together a range of resources for veterans and military families, including mental health support, community programs, crisis services, and identity-affirming organizations. Our hope is to offer a starting point, whether you are seeking immediate support, looking for long-term care options, or trying to understand what is available for someone you love.
National Resources
Wounded Warrior Project
Free mental health support, peer groups, case management, and transition resources for post 9/11 veterans.
https://www.woundedwarriorproject.org
Team Rubicon
Veteran-led disaster response organization that provides purpose, connection, and community through service.
https://teamrubiconusa.org
The Headstrong Project
Free, confidential, trauma-focused mental health treatment for veterans and families with no insurance barriers.
https://getheadstrong.org
Give an Hour
Free or low-cost mental health services for veterans, service members, and families through a national volunteer network.
https://giveanhour.org
The Mission Continues
Veterans engage in community service projects to build connection, purpose, and leadership skills.
https://missioncontinues.org
Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS)
Grief support for anyone who lost a loved one in military service, including one-on-one support and retreats.
https://www.taps.org
Cohen Veterans Network
Nationwide outpatient mental health clinics offering evidence-based care for post 9/11 veterans, families, and caregivers.
https://www.cohenveteransnetwork.org
Vets4Warriors
Peer support line staffed entirely by veterans, available 24–7 for service members, veterans, and families.
https://www.vets4warriors.com
PsychArmor
Free education and training for families, clinicians, employers, and communities supporting veterans.
https://psycharmor.org
Code of Support Foundation
Case coordination, resource navigation, financial assistance, and family support.
https://www.codeofsupport.org
Veterans Yoga Project
Mind–body practices, trauma-informed yoga, and mindfulness programs for post-traumatic healing.
https://veteransyogaproject.org
Black Veterans Project
Advocacy, storytelling, data, and community healing focused on racial equity in veteran care.
https://blackveteransproject.org
Minority Veterans of America
Support, advocacy, and community for BIPOC, women, LGBTQ+, and disabled veterans.
https://www.minorityvets.org
Swords to Plowshares
Culturally-responsive services for veterans experiencing homelessness, trauma, disability, or reintegration challenges. Based in San Francisco but provides national resources.
https://www.swords-to-plowshares.org
Local San Diego Community Resources
Courage to Call
Veteran-run peer support, navigation, and crisis assistance for service members, families, and caregivers.
https://www.couragetocall.org
Veterans Village of San Diego
Housing, rehabilitation, recovery, workforce programs, and veteran-centered mental health care.
https://www.vvsd.net
Veterans Beer Club (San Diego)
A social connection and networking group supporting post-service transition through community.
https://veteransbeerclub.org
Local San Diego Food Assistance & Practical Support
Feeding San Diego
Food distributions across the county, including for veterans and military families.
https://feedingsandiego.org
San Diego Food Bank Military Distribution Program
Monthly food distributions specifically for low-income military families and veterans.
https://sandiegofoodbank.org
211 San Diego
Comprehensive directory of food, housing, mental health, and veteran-specific support.
https://211sandiego.org