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Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs provides state-level benefits, claims assistance, and services for women veterans statewide. Services include help filing VA disability claims, state veterans benefits, employment assistance, and access to veterans homes. Call 225-219-5000 or visit 602 N 5th St, Baton Rouge. Bring your DD-214, VA card, and any relevant medical records. State veterans service officers provide free claims assistance. Open Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm. No cost for most state veterans services.
225-219-5000 · 602 N 5th St, Baton Rouge, LA 70802 · Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm · Visit Website
Southeast Louisiana Veterans Health Care System in New Orleans provides comprehensive VA healthcare for eligible veterans including dedicated women's health services such as primary care, gynecology, mental health, and MST counseling. Call 504-507-2000 to enroll or schedule appointments. Located at 2400 Canal St. Bring DD-214 and government ID. Community-based outpatient clinics available in nearby areas. Women veterans call center: 1-855-829-6636. Open Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm with urgent care options available.
504-507-2000 · 2400 Canal St, New Orleans, LA 70119 · Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm · Visit Website
Alexandria VA Health Care System provides comprehensive VA medical services for eligible veterans in central Louisiana including women's health, primary care, mental health, and specialty care. Call 318-473-0010 to enroll and schedule appointments. Located at 2495 Shreveport Hwy, Pineville. Bring DD-214 and government-issued ID. Women veterans may request a designated women's health primary care provider. Community outpatient clinics serve surrounding areas. Open Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm.
318-473-0010 · 2495 Shreveport Hwy, Pineville, LA 71360 · Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm · Visit Website
Overton Brooks VA Medical Center in Shreveport provides VA healthcare for eligible veterans in northern Louisiana including women's health services, primary care, mental health support, and specialty care. Call 318-221-8411 to enroll and schedule. Located at 510 E Stoner Ave. Bring DD-214, government ID, and list of current medications. Women veterans can request dedicated women's health providers. Community-based clinics serve the broader region. Open Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm with some extended hours available.
318-221-8411 · 510 E Stoner Ave, Shreveport, LA 71101 · Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm · Visit Website
Louisiana War Veterans Homes operates five state-run veterans homes providing skilled nursing care, memory care, and residential services for eligible Louisiana veterans. Homes are located in Bossier City, Jackson, Jennings, Monroe, and Reserve. Call 225-219-5000 or visit vetaffairs.la.gov for admission information. Bring DD-214, VA determination letter if applicable, and medical records. Priority given to veterans with greatest medical need. Available 24/7 for residents; admission inquiries Mon-Fri 8am-5pm.
225-219-5000 · Multiple LA locations · 24/7 · Visit Website
Veterans of Foreign Wars Louisiana provides free VA claims assistance, advocacy, and community for women veterans across the state through local VFW posts. Service officers are trained to help with disability claims, appeals, and accessing VA benefits. Call 225-925-5095 or find your local post at vfwla.org. Women's auxiliary groups offer peer community. Bring DD-214 and relevant medical records for claims assistance. Open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm. No cost for claims and benefits assistance services.
225-925-5095 · Baton Rouge, LA · Mon-Fri 9am-5pm · Visit Website
VA Women Veterans Health Care provides comprehensive gender-specific healthcare including primary care, gynecology, reproductive health, mental health, and military sexual trauma counseling at VA facilities nationwide. Every VA medical center has a designated women's health program and a women veteran program manager. Call your nearest VA or the Women Veterans Call Center at 1-855-829-6636. Bring DD-214 and insurance info. Visit womenshealth.va.gov for a full list of available services and how to enroll.
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The Women Veterans Call Center at 1-855-VA-WOMEN (829-6636) connects women veterans with VA benefits, services, and local programs Mon-Fri 8am-10pm ET. Trained women veterans staff answer questions about healthcare enrollment, disability claims, education benefits, MST counseling, and VA programs. Also reachable via secure message at va.gov. No cost to call. A dedicated resource for women veterans who prefer speaking with staff who understand women's unique military experiences and healthcare needs.
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The Veterans Crisis Line provides free, confidential 24/7 crisis support for veterans, service members, and their families. Dial 988 then press 1 to reach a VA-trained responder, text 838255, or chat at veteranscrisisline.net. Specially trained staff with military experience respond immediately. Services cover suicidal thoughts, mental health crises, and emergency referrals to local VA services. No VA enrollment required to call. Available every day including holidays. Completely confidential.
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VA.gov is the official portal where veterans can apply for healthcare enrollment, disability compensation, education benefits, home loan certificates, and other VA services. Create a free account to manage claims, view decision letters, and communicate with VA staff securely. Upload supporting documents directly online. Benefits include disability pay, GI Bill education funding, mental health care, and home loan guarantees. Visit va.gov or call 1-800-698-2411. Available 24/7 with online chat support.
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Disabled American Veterans provides free claims assistance, transportation to VA medical appointments through the DAV Volunteer Transportation Network, and advocacy for disabled veterans nationwide. DAV service officers help with disability claims, appeals, and benefits navigation at no cost. Find your local DAV chapter and transportation coordinator at dav.org. Bring DD-214 and medical records for claims help. No membership required to receive free claims and transportation assistance. A vital resource for women veterans with disabilities.
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Veterans of Foreign Wars provides free VA claims assistance through accredited service officers and community through local VFW posts nationwide. Service officers help veterans file disability claims, appeals, and access education and housing benefits at no charge. Find your nearest post and service officer at vfw.org. Bring DD-214 and medical documentation when seeking claims help. Women's auxiliary groups provide community and support for women veterans. No combat requirement to receive claims services.
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Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America connects post-9/11 veterans through advocacy, peer community, and the Quick Reaction Force support team that provides immediate assistance navigating VA and crisis situations. IAVA offers mentoring, health and wellness programs, and policy advocacy for women veterans. Visit iava.org to join the network, access resources, and connect with fellow veterans. Free membership available. Particularly active in advocacy for women veteran issues including MST and gender-specific healthcare.
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Wounded Warrior Project provides free programs for post-9/11 veterans and their families including mental health services, career counseling, peer support groups, adaptive sports, and financial wellness education. Call 1-888-997-2586 or visit woundedwarriorproject.org to register and access programs. Eligibility requires a service-related injury or illness after September 11, 2001. Programs are available nationwide including virtual options. A comprehensive resource for women veterans dealing with physical injuries or mental health challenges.
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Service Women's Action Network advocates for the rights and wellbeing of active-duty servicewomen and women veterans, focusing on sexual assault accountability, equal opportunity, and gender-specific healthcare access. SWAN provides policy resources, survivor support guides, and connects women with legal and advocacy resources. Visit servicewomen.org for advocacy tools and support connections. A national voice for women in the military and veteran community working to change policies that affect women's safety and advancement.
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Military OneSource provides free, confidential 24/7 support for active duty, Guard, Reserve service members and families through its 1-800-342-9647 hotline and online resources. Services include counseling referrals, financial coaching, childcare resources, legal referrals, and deployment support. Non-medical counseling sessions available free of charge. Call any time for immediate assistance. Visit militaryonesource.mil for online resources, webinars, and self-assessment tools. Available in multiple languages.
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