Veteran Resources at The University of Texas at Austin
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Veteran and Military Affiliated Services (VMAS) at The University of Texas at Austin serves as the central hub all veteran and military-affiliated services.
VMAS is dedicated to providing exceptional programs and services to our military-affiliated community, which includes veterans, ROTC members, active-duty service members, National Guard, reservists, and their families. We strive to support campus stakeholders who serve this community, fostering a welcoming and empowering environment across the Forty Acres and beyond.
Location and Hours: VMAS is located in the Student Services Building (SSB), room 4.472. Our customer service hours are Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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Contact:
Phone: 512-232-2835
Email: utveterans@austin.utexas.edu
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Veteran Crisis Hotline 24/7
1-800-273-8255, Press 1
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The Veteran Crisis Line connects veterans in crisis and their families and friends with qualified, caring Department of Veterans Affairs responders through a confidential toll-free hotline, online chat, or text. Please call this hotline if you find yourself in a crisis that needs immediate attention.
Women Veterans Hotline
1-855-VA-WOMEN
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The hotline is staffed by knowledgeable VA employees who can provide information about benefits including health care services for women. Callers can be linked to information on claims, education or health care appointments as well as information about VA cemeteries and memorial benefits. Staff can answer urgent questions and provide referrals to homeless and mental health services as well as provide Vet Center information.
Combat Veterans Hotline
1-877-WAR-VETS
An around the clock confidential call center where combat Veterans and their families can call to talk about their military experience or any other issue they are facing in their readjustment to civilian life. The staff is comprised of combat Veterans from several eras as well as families members of combat Veterans. This benefit is prepaid through the Veteran’s military service.
Veterans of Foreign Wars
1-866-789-6333
The VFW offers a wide range of assistance programs aimed at helping veterans of every generation. Whether that means providing free, professional help filing or appealing a VA claim, offering scholarships for post-secondary education or providing emergency financial relief when times get tough, the VFW is there for America's veterans.
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Texas Veterans Commission
512-823-4080
The Texas Veterans Commission was created in 1927 as the State Service Office to assist veterans of the Indian wars, Spanish-American War and World War I. Our purpose has always been to act as the state appointed advocate as they attempt to secure the benefits rightfully earned in exchange for their service in our nation's armed forces.
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American Legion
800-433-3318
The American Legion was chartered and incorporated by Congress in 1919 as a patriotic veterans organization devoted to mutual helpfulness. It is the nation’s largest wartime veterans service organization, committed to mentoring youth and sponsorship of wholesome programs in our communities, advocating patriotism and honor, promoting strong national security, and continued devotion to our fellow servicemembers and veterans.
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