How many veterans resources are in Wisconsin?

Women's Corner tracks 17 veterans resources for women in Wisconsin.

Are veterans resources in Wisconsin free?

17 of the 17 listed veterans resources in Wisconsin are explicitly free or low-cost.

Which cities in Wisconsin have veterans resources?

Listings span cities including Milwaukee, Madison, Tomah, King.

What are some examples of veterans resources in Wisconsin?

Featured entries include VA Clement J. Zablocki Medical Center — Milwaukee, William S. Middleton Memorial Veterans Hospital — Madison, Tomah VA Medical Center, Wisconsin Veterans Homes — King, Wisconsin Women Veterans Coordinator.

Do these listings include phone numbers?

7 of 17 Wisconsin 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.

Best Veterans in Wisconsin — 17 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 Wisconsin

Wisconsin circuit courts hear family matters in each of its 72 counties, with Family Court Counseling services providing mediation and custody studies. The Bureau of Child Support operates under DCF. Milwaukee, Madison, Green Bay, and Kenosha are the largest cities. Legal Action of Wisconsin, Judicare, the Legal Aid Society of Milwaukee, and End Domestic Abuse Wisconsin serve women.

17 Resources

1. VA Clement J. Zablocki Medical Center — Milwaukee — Free

Full-service VA healthcare including women's health for eligible veterans in Milwaukee. Services include benefits navigation, mental health support, housing assistance, and peer connection. Bring your DD-214 or other proof of service; eligibility varies by program and discharge status. Open Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm.

414-384-2000 · 5000 W National Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53295 · Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm · Visit Website

2. William S. Middleton Memorial Veterans Hospital — Madison — Free

VA healthcare including women veterans program in the Madison area. Services include benefits navigation, mental health support, housing assistance, and peer connection. Bring your DD-214 or other proof of service; eligibility varies by program and discharge status. Open Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm.

608-256-1901 · 2500 Overlook Terr, Madison, WI 53705 · Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm · Visit Website

3. Tomah VA Medical Center — Free

VA healthcare serving veterans in western and central Wisconsin for women veterans and military families. Services include benefits navigation, mental health support, housing assistance, and peer connection. Bring your DD-214 or other proof of service; eligibility varies by program and discharge status. Open Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm.

608-372-3971 · 500 E Veterans St, Tomah, WI 54660 · Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm · Visit Website

4. Wisconsin Veterans Homes — King — Free

Long-term care for eligible Wisconsin veterans in a skilled nursing facility for women veterans and military families. Services include benefits navigation, mental health support, housing assistance, and peer connection. Bring your DD-214 or other proof of service; eligibility varies by program and discharge status. Available 24/7.

715-258-5586 · N2665 Cty Hwy QQ, King, WI 54946 · 24/7 · Visit Website

5. Wisconsin Women Veterans Coordinator — Free

Dedicated state coordinator helping women veterans access benefits and services in Madison. Services include benefits navigation, mental health support, housing assistance, and peer connection. Bring your DD-214 or other proof of service; eligibility varies by program and discharge status. Open Mon-Fri 7:45am-4:30pm.

800-947-8387 · 2135 Rimrock Rd, Madison, WI 53713 · Mon-Fri 7:45am-4:30pm · Visit Website

6. Dryhootch Coffee House — Milwaukee — Free

Veteran peer support community and wellness center for women veterans and military families in Milwaukee. Services include benefits navigation, mental health support, housing assistance, and peer connection. Bring your DD-214 or other proof of service; eligibility varies by program and discharge status. Open Daily 7am-6pm.

414-763-0493 · 1030 E Brady St, Milwaukee, WI 53202 · Daily 7am-6pm · Visit Website

7. VFW — Wisconsin — Free

Service organization offering claims assistance and community for women veterans in Wisconsin. Services include benefits navigation, mental health support, housing assistance, and peer connection. Bring your DD-214 or other proof of service; eligibility varies by program and discharge status. Open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm.

608-221-5276 · Madison, WI · Mon-Fri 9am-5pm · 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. Services include benefits navigation, mental health support, housing assistance, and peer connection. Available online 24/7 at womenshealth.va.gov with no registration required.

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. Services include benefits navigation, mental health support, housing assistance, and peer connection. Available online 24/7 at womenshealth.va.gov with no registration required.

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 for women veterans and military families. Services include benefits navigation, mental health support, housing assistance, and peer connection. Available online 24/7 at veteranscrisisline.net with no registration required.

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. Services include benefits navigation, mental health support, housing assistance, and peer connection. Available online 24/7 at va.gov with no registration required.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

12. Disabled American Veterans (DAV) — Free

Free benefits assistance, transportation to medical appointments, and advocacy for disabled veterans for women veterans and military families. Services include benefits navigation, mental health support, housing assistance, and peer connection. Available online 24/7 at dav.org with no registration required.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

13. Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) — Free

Service officers help with VA claims; local posts offer community and support for women veterans and military families. Services include benefits navigation, mental health support, housing assistance, and peer connection. Available online 24/7 at vfw.org with no registration required.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

14. Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America — Free

IAVA — connecting post-9/11 veterans, advocacy, and Quick Reaction Force support team for women veterans and military families. Services include benefits navigation, mental health support, housing assistance, and peer connection. Available online 24/7 at iava.org with no registration required.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

15. Wounded Warrior Project — Free

Free programs for wounded post-9/11 veterans and families: mental health, career, and adaptive sports for women veterans and military families. Services include benefits navigation, mental health support, housing assistance, and peer connection. Available online 24/7 at woundedwarriorproject.org with no registration required.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

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

Advocacy and support for active-duty servicewomen and women veterans. Services include benefits navigation, mental health support, housing assistance, and peer connection. Available online 24/7 at servicewomen.org with no registration required.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

17. Military OneSource — Free

1-800-342-9647 — free 24/7 information and confidential support for service members and families for women veterans and military families. Services include benefits navigation, mental health support, housing assistance, and peer connection. Available online 24/7 at militaryonesource.mil with no registration required.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

Frequently Asked

How many veterans resources are in Wisconsin?: Women's Corner tracks 17 veterans resources for women in Wisconsin.
Are veterans resources in Wisconsin free?: 17 of the 17 listed veterans resources in Wisconsin are explicitly free or low-cost.
Which cities in Wisconsin have veterans resources?: Listings span cities including Milwaukee, Madison, Tomah, King.
What are some examples of veterans resources in Wisconsin?: Featured entries include VA Clement J. Zablocki Medical Center — Milwaukee, William S. Middleton Memorial Veterans Hospital — Madison, Tomah VA Medical Center, Wisconsin Veterans Homes — King, Wisconsin Women Veterans Coordinator.
Do these listings include phone numbers?: 7 of 17 Wisconsin 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.