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Veteran Resources

There are almost 2 million veterans in California. And with the ongoing conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan, that number is increasing dramatically. Many times, veterans are not aware of the many resources and benefits available to them upon their discharge from service. The California Assembly is committed to connecting veterans and their families with these services.

Whether you have been separated from service for many years, or have just recently come home, I invite you to take a look at the resources on this web page or visit one of my district offices. We will help connect you to agencies and organizations that can direct you to the benefits you've earned.

Please start by filling out a Veterans Reintegration Form. Someone from the California Department of Veterans Affairs will contact you.

You can also visit my office. A member of my staff will get you started, and provide you with a copy of the Veterans Resource Book.

I hope you find these resources helpful.

Thank you for your service and sacrifice.

Sincerely,

Assemblymember Freddie Rodriguez

2017 and 2018 will bring about several new changes for Veterans in California. Two programs that may be of interest to all veterans include:

  • A new Veterans Online Shopping Benefit allows you to sign up for tax-free, online shopping on select clothing, electronics, food and more at the online Exchange.
  • A program honoring California’s veterans by allowing all who are honorably discharged to display a California’s “veteran” designation on state driver’s licenses or identification cards. More information is available through the Department of Motor Vehicles "How to Add the Veteran Designation" page. 

Helpful Links for Veterans and their Families

Veterans Crisis Line
(800) 237-8255 or TEXT 838255

Find a Country Veterans Service Veterans Office Near You

State of California Information

Federal Government Information

Employment Assistance

Local Resources

  • San Bernardino County Veterans Affairs: Chino Office 
    Phone Number:     (909) 465-5241
    Address: 13260 Central Ave. Chino, CA 91710-4165

    Our Veterans Service Representatives are thoroughly trained and accredited by the United States Department of Veterans Affairs to represent you. San Bernardino County Department of Veterans Affairs Representatives are not employees of the federal government. They are county employees ready to assist you with any veterans claim. They will assist you in securing the maximum benefits.
  • Troops to College: Veterans Services- Cal Poly Pomona
    Phone Number: (909) 869-2101
    Address: Veterans Specialist, Registrar's Office Pomona, CA 91768

    The veterans campuses points of contact have varying responsibilities which include the facilitating of GI Bill payments, assistance in registering for classes as a minimum. Many of the campuses veteran contacts do much more, though, which can include academic counseling, readjustment advising, veteran claims advising and community outreach to name a few.
  • Troops to College: Veterans Services Office: Chaffey College
    Phone Number: (909) 941-2485
    Address: 5885 Haven Avenue Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91737

    The veterans campuses points of contact have varying responsibilities which include the facilitating of GI Bill payments, assistance in registering for classes as a minimum. Many of the campuses veteran contacts do much more, though, which can include academic counseling, readjustment advising, veteran claims advising and community outreach to name a few.
  • California Association of County Veterans Services Office, Inc.
    Phone Number    :  (909) 387-5516
    Address: 175 W. 5th St., 2nd floor.  San Bernardino, CA 92415

    The CACVSO promotes state and federal legislation and policy supportive of veterans rights and issues, in harmony with our national obligation to veterans of the United States armed forces. The association provides a medium for the exchange of ideas, information, training and support to facilitate delivery of services to nearly three million California veterans.
  • VFW Memorial Post 11546
    Phone Number:  (909) 626-1093
    Address: 13103 Central Ave., Chino, CA 91710
    Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1239 Chino, CA 91708
  • VFW Post 2085
    Phone Number    : (909 )986-9066  
    Address: 1341 E. "D" Street  Ontario, CA 91764
  • American Legion Post 30
    Phone: (909) 620-0943
    230 E Holt Ave   Pomona, CA 91767

Military Records

Miscellaneous