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California Veterans Benefits

VA disability, healthcare, education, and state-level veteran programs. Each program is listed with the official source link so you can apply or verify eligibility directly.

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Advocating for Veterans Since 1919

American Legion Los Angeles

Founded by an Act of Congress after World War I, The American Legion fiercely advocates for the unique needs of every generation of veterans, service members, and their families who pledge to protect our nation. Today, we are committed to destigmatizing mental health support, offering peer-to-peer resources, and empowering everyone to Be The One in the fight to prevent veteran

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Korean War Veteran and Legionnaire Royce Williams May Finally Receive Medal of Honor

American Legion San Francisco

UPDATE: The House of Representatives and Senate have passed the 2026 National Defense Authorization Act. It now awaits President Trump's signature. Retired Navy Capt. Royce Williams may soon receive the Medal of Honor for a feat that remained hidden for decades after...

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Korean War Veteran and Legionnaire Royce Williams May Finally Receive Medal of Honor

American Legion Orange County

UPDATE: The House of Representatives and Senate have passed the 2026 National Defense Authorization Act. It now awaits President Trump's signature. Retired Navy Capt. Royce Williams may soon receive the Medal of Honor for a feat that remained hidden for decades after...

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RAND Report Reveals Changing Veteran Demographics and Rising Challenges for Younger Veterans

American Legion Orange County

A new RAND report offers an updated look at the changing makeup of America’s Veteran population and the challenges different groups are experiencing. The study, A Summary of Veteran-Related Statistics – Second Edition, analyzes national datasets to compare Veterans...

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VA Expands Access to Gynecology Care for Women Veterans

American Legion San Francisco

The VA announced on December 4 that Women Veterans can now schedule appointments directly with VA gynecology specialists without first obtaining a referral from a primary care provider. The change takes effect immediately and removes a step that often caused delays...

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RAND Report Reveals Changing Veteran Demographics and Rising Challenges for Younger Veterans

American Legion San Francisco

A new RAND report offers an updated look at the changing makeup of America’s Veteran population and the challenges different groups are experiencing. The study, A Summary of Veteran-Related Statistics – Second Edition, analyzes national datasets to compare Veterans...

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VA Expands Access to Gynecology Care for Women Veterans

American Legion Orange County

The VA announced on December 4 that Women Veterans can now schedule appointments directly with VA gynecology specialists without first obtaining a referral from a primary care provider. The change takes effect immediately and removes a step that often caused delays...

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VA Research Explores Treatment Options for Gastric Cancer, Kidney Disease, and MS

American Legion Orange County

The VA Office of Research and Development has released three new research briefs covering progress in cancer treatment, chronic kidney disease care, and multiple sclerosis detection. The studies, conducted by VA researchers across the country, focus on improving...

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VA Research Explores Treatment Options for Gastric Cancer, Kidney Disease, and MS

American Legion San Francisco

The VA Office of Research and Development has released three new research briefs covering progress in cancer treatment, chronic kidney disease care, and multiple sclerosis detection. The studies, conducted by VA researchers across the country, focus on improving...

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Veteran Benefits

VFW Sacramento

VFW Service Officers located at the VA Regional Offices in San Diego and Sacramento are accredited and certified by the VA and fight for the rights of our Nation's veterans on a daily basis.

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Veteran Benefits

VFW San Diego

VFW Service Officers located at the VA Regional Offices in San Diego and Sacramento are accredited and certified by the VA and fight for the rights of our Nation's veterans on a daily basis.

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