Best Veterans in New York — 16 resources

About Veterans for Women

Women veterans are the fastest-growing segment of the VA system and have access to dedicated Women Veterans Program Managers at every VA medical center. The VA covers gender-specific primary care, maternity care, mental health (including military sexual trauma counseling, free regardless of discharge status), and the Women Veterans Call Center (1-855-VA-WOMEN). The VA Crisis Line (dial 988, press 1) is staffed 24/7. Disability compensation, GI Bill education benefits, VA home loans, and Vocational Rehabilitation are processed through regional VA offices, and state Veterans Service Organizations (American Legion, VFW, DAV) help file claims for free. This directory includes Women Veterans Program Managers, state VSOs, and veteran legal clinics.

Veterans in New York

New York has separate Family Court (for custody, support, paternity, DV) and Supreme Court (for divorce) systems. NYC's Family Court operates in all five boroughs. The Office of Child Support Services runs enforcement. NYC, Buffalo, Rochester, Yonkers, and Syracuse are the major metros. Legal Aid Society of NYC, Sanctuary for Families, NYLAG, and the NYS Coalition Against Domestic Violence serve women.

16 Resources

1. New York State Division of Veterans Services — Free

New York State Division of Veterans Services works with women across New York on VA benefits, military-connected family services, and women-veteran-specific programs. Contact (888) 838-7697 to ask about appointments, documents to bring, and waitlist status. Service hours run Mon-Fri 8am-5pm; ask about after-hours options if needed. No fee for eligible women, with intake handled confidentially.

(888) 838-7697 · 2 Empire State Plaza Suite 2836, Albany, NY 12223 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

2. VA NY Harbor Healthcare System — Free

VA NY Harbor Healthcare System is a New York veterans resource helping mothers with VA benefits, military-connected family services, and women-veteran-specific programs. Phone (212) 686-7500 for case-by-case eligibility, current openings, and next steps. Hours are Mon-Fri 7:30am-4:30pm, and walk-ins may be accepted depending on staffing. Services are offered at no cost to women who meet program criteria.

(212) 686-7500 · 423 E 23rd St, New York, NY 10010 · Mon-Fri 7:30am-4:30pm · Visit Website

3. VA Western New York — Buffalo — Free

VA Western New York — Buffalo works with women across New York on VA benefits, military-connected family services, and women-veteran-specific programs. Reach the team at (716) 834-9200 to schedule a screening. Hours are Mon-Fri 7:30am-4:30pm, and walk-ins may be accepted depending on staffing. Free for qualifying New York mothers and their children.

(716) 834-9200 · 3495 Bailey Ave, Buffalo, NY 14215 · Mon-Fri 7:30am-4:30pm · Visit Website

4. NYC Veterans Alliance — Free

Advocacy and community for NYC veterans. Contact the office or visit in person to learn about services, eligibility, and how to begin. Bring DD-214, VA ID if you have one, and any relevant medical or service records to make your first visit or call as productive as possible. Hours Mon-Fri 9am-5pm — free for qualifying women.

New York, NY · Mon-Fri 9am-5pm · Visit Website

5. Northport VA Medical Center — Long Island — Free

Northport VA Medical Center — Long Island works with women across New York on VA benefits, military-connected family services, and women-veteran-specific programs. Phone (631) 261-4400 for case-by-case eligibility, current openings, and next steps. Service hours run Mon-Fri 7:30am-4:30pm; ask about after-hours options if needed. Services are offered at no cost to women who meet program criteria.

(631) 261-4400 · 79 Middleville Rd, Northport, NY 11768 · Mon-Fri 7:30am-4:30pm · Visit Website

6. Albany VA Medical Center — Free

Albany VA Medical Center works with women across New York on VA benefits, military-connected family services, and women-veteran-specific programs. Call (518) 626-5000 to start intake or ask which services you qualify for. Available Mon-Fri 7:30am-4:30pm; the team can answer questions about documents and timing. Free for qualifying New York mothers and their children.

(518) 626-5000 · 113 Holland Ave, Albany, NY 12208 · Mon-Fri 7:30am-4:30pm · Visit Website

7. Disabled American Veterans — New York — Free

Disabled American Veterans — New York works with women across New York on VA benefits, military-connected family services, and women-veteran-specific programs. Dial (888) 838-7697 for an initial conversation about your situation. Service hours run Mon-Fri 8am-4pm; ask about after-hours options if needed. Services are offered at no cost to women who meet program criteria.

(888) 838-7697 · Multiple locations statewide · Mon-Fri 8am-4pm · Visit Website

8. VA Women Veterans Health Care — Free

Comprehensive primary care, gender-specific healthcare, and mental health services at every VA facility nationwide for women veterans and military families. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women veterans and military families who need vetted, plain-language information on VA benefits assistance, healthcare enrollment, mental health support, and claims help. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

9. Women Veterans Call Center — Free

1-855-VA-WOMEN (829-6636) — connecting women veterans to VA benefits and services. Mon-Fri 8am-10pm ET. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women veterans and military families who need vetted, plain-language information on VA benefits assistance, healthcare enrollment, mental health support, and claims help. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

10. Veterans Crisis Line — Free

Dial 988 then press 1 — 24/7 free confidential support for veterans in crisis. Text 838255 or chat online. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women veterans and military families who need vetted, plain-language information on VA benefits assistance, healthcare enrollment, mental health support, and claims help. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

11. VA.gov — Find Benefits — Free

Apply for disability, healthcare, education, home loans, and other VA benefits. Manage your claim online for women veterans and military families. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women veterans and military families who need vetted, plain-language information on VA benefits assistance, healthcare enrollment, mental health support, and claims help. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

12. Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) — Free

Service officers help with VA claims; local posts offer community and support for women veterans and military families. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women veterans and military families who need vetted, plain-language information on VA benefits assistance, healthcare enrollment, mental health support, and claims help. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

13. Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America — Free

IAVA — connecting post-9/11 veterans, advocacy, and Quick Reaction Force support team. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women veterans and military families who need vetted, plain-language information on VA benefits assistance, healthcare enrollment, mental health support, and claims help. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

14. Wounded Warrior Project — Free

Free programs for wounded post-9/11 veterans and families: mental health, career, and adaptive sports. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women veterans and military families who need vetted, plain-language information on VA benefits assistance, healthcare enrollment, mental health support, and claims help. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

15. Service Women's Action Network (SWAN) — Free

Advocacy and support for active-duty servicewomen and women veterans. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women veterans and military families who need vetted, plain-language information on VA benefits assistance, healthcare enrollment, mental health support, and claims help. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

16. Military OneSource — Free

1-800-342-9647 — free 24/7 information and confidential support for service members and families. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women veterans and military families who need vetted, plain-language information on VA benefits assistance, healthcare enrollment, mental health support, and claims help. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

Frequently Asked

How many veterans resources are in New York?
Women's Corner tracks 16 veterans resources for women in New York.
Are veterans resources in New York free?
16 of the 16 listed veterans resources in New York are explicitly free or low-cost.
Which cities in New York have veterans resources?
Listings span cities including Albany, New York, Buffalo, Northport.
What are some examples of veterans resources in New York?
Featured entries include New York State Division of Veterans Services, VA NY Harbor Healthcare System, VA Western New York — Buffalo, NYC Veterans Alliance, Northport VA Medical Center — Long Island.
Do these listings include phone numbers?
6 of 16 New York veterans listings include phone numbers.
Are there VA benefits specifically for women veterans?
Yes. Every VA Medical Center has a Women Veterans Program Manager (WVPM) who coordinates primary care, gynecology, maternity, mental health, and MST (Military Sexual Trauma) services. Call the Women Veterans Call Center at 1-855-829-6636 — staffed by women veterans — for benefits, claims, and referrals.
I experienced MST — what help is available?
Every VA facility provides free MST counseling and treatment regardless of discharge status, length of service, or whether you reported it at the time. You don't need a service-connected disability rating. Call the Vet Center hotline at 1-877-927-8387 for confidential counseling, or 988 then press 1 for the Veterans Crisis Line.
How do I file a VA disability claim?
File online at VA.gov/disability or with help from an accredited Veterans Service Officer (VSO) — DAV, AMVETS, VFW, and American Legion all provide free claim filing. Don't pay anyone for claim help — it's illegal for non-accredited people to charge. Average wait is 4–6 months. Appeals are common; don't give up after a first denial.
Is there housing help for homeless women veterans?
Yes. HUD-VASH provides Section 8 vouchers paired with VA case management for homeless veterans. SSVF (Supportive Services for Veteran Families) prevents and ends homelessness with rapid rehousing funds. Call 1-877-4AID-VET (1-877-424-3838) — the National Call Center for Homeless Veterans, 24/7.