Resources for Veterans & Families
Community Partners & Support Organizations
Trusted organizations, programs, and services that support veterans, service members, families, and the broader community across Rhode Island and beyond. Explore the resources below to connect, get support, and get involved.
Veteran Support
Organizations that provide direct services, benefits assistance, and community for veterans.
Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW)
VFW membership is open to all veterans of foreign wars including military service members from active duty, the national guard and reserve forces. The VFW assists members in accessing their federal and state benefits and provides a welcoming place for veterans and families to connect.
RI Military Organization (RIMO)
A 100% volunteer non-profit organization operating the RIMO Military Lounge at TF Green International Airport and offering transition services for military, assisting with enrollment in VA Healthcare for all earned benefits.
RI Office of Veterans Services
The State's hub for serving veterans, active duty, reservists and military families with navigating veterans benefits, military ID/documentation and referral services, including the Military Home in Bristol RI and Veterans Memorial Cemetery.
Family & Survivor Support
Organizations that support military spouses, families, and survivors with community, resources, and connection.
RI Blue Star Families
An online military community for families, offering support, resources and connection. Blue Star Families helps military-connected families thrive through programs, resources and a nationwide network.
Gold Star Families
Honoring Fallen Heroes through events and workshops that provide networking, learning and support for Veteran and Gold Star Families. These events offer guidance, insight and an opportunity to connect with others who understand.
Helping Hands Community Partners
We educate people about home ownership and help arrange financing for purchase, refinance and reverse mortgage loans. We also work with government agencies and banks to support renovations for veterans and families.
Society of St. Vincent de Paul Rhode Island
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul Rhode Island has provided hope and assistance to Rhode Island neighbors in need since 1853. Through its community network, the organization helps individuals and families access essentials such as food, clothing, household necessities, and assistance with housing and utility needs.
Advocacy & Counseling
Organizations that provide advocacy, counseling, and essential support services.
Disabled American Veterans (DAV)
DAV helps veterans file claims with the VA for healthcare, compensation and disability pensions. They assist with burial benefits, caregiver services, vocational readiness and employment benefits.
RI Coalition Against Domestic Violence
Provides statewide referrals to member agencies offering individual and group counseling services to victims of sexual assault free of charge. Individual counseling is available to victims ages 13 and up.
Rhode Island Indian Council
One of the largest Indian and Native American-funded non-profits in the country, dedicated to supporting the social, economic, and cultural well-being of tribal communities across Rhode Island and the Northeast.
Crisis & Emergency Resources
Immediate, confidential support is available 24/7 for veterans and community members in crisis.
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
The 988 Lifeline is available 24/7/365. Your conversations are free and confidential. Whether you're facing mental health struggles, emotional distress, alcohol or drug use concerns, or just need someone to talk to, our caring counselors are here for you. You are not alone.
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