American Legion – AL Department

Veterans · Alabama · Free

Veterans service organization providing free benefits assistance, advocacy, and community programs for Alabama veteran fathers at the Jackson Street Montgomery office. Accredited service officers help with VA claims, appeals, and benefits questions. Dads can call or visit during office hours; bring DD-214, VA documents, and any relevant medical records. Services are free for veterans. Office open Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm for appointments.

Contact & Details

Address: 120 N Jackson St, Montgomery, AL 36104

Phone: 334-262-6651

Hours: Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm

About Veterans for Fathers

Veteran fathers have access to a parallel system of benefits and services through the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Healthcare is provided through VA medical centers and community-based outpatient clinics; mental health services including PTSD, depression, and family therapy are covered. The VA Crisis Line (dial 988, press 1) is staffed 24/7 by veterans for veterans. Disability compensation, GI Bill education benefits, VA home loans, and vocational rehabilitation are administered through regional VA offices. State-level Veterans Service Organizations (VSOs) — the American Legion, VFW, DAV, and state VSO offices — help veterans file benefit claims for free. For family law matters, the VA doesn't provide attorneys, but many state bar associations have veteran legal clinics. This directory includes the VA Crisis Line, regional VA centers, state VSOs, and veteran-specific legal and housing services.

Veterans in Alabama

Alabama family law runs through circuit courts in each of its 67 counties, with the Alabama Department of Human Resources handling child support enforcement. Major population centers include Birmingham, Montgomery, Mobile, and Huntsville. Fathers can access free family court help through the Alabama Access to Justice Commission and Legal Services Alabama.

More Veterans in Alabama

  • Central Alabama Veterans Health Care System — VA medical facilities serving veteran fathers in the Montgomery area at the Perry Hill Road campus, offering primary care, mental health, sp
  • Tuscaloosa VA Medical Center — VA healthcare services for veteran fathers in west Alabama at the Loop Road East Tuscaloosa campus, including primary care, psychiatric serv
  • Gulf Coast Veterans HCS – Biloxi/Mobile — VA healthcare serving the Gulf Coast region including southwest Alabama veteran fathers, with primary care, mental health, and specialty ser
  • Veterans Crisis Line – Alabama — Free 24/7 crisis support line for Alabama veteran fathers and their families experiencing emotional distress, suicidal thoughts, or mental h
  • VFW – Alabama Department — Veterans of Foreign Wars department providing benefits assistance, advocacy, and community support for Alabama veteran fathers at the McDono
  • Disabled American Veterans – Alabama — Benefits advocacy and transportation services for disabled Alabama veterans and fathers at the Perry Hill Road Montgomery office. Services i

Veterans — Common Questions

What do I do in a crisis?
Dial 988 and press 1 for the Veterans Crisis Line. Text 838255. Chat at veteranscrisisline.net. Staffed 24/7 by veterans. Also visit any VA emergency department — you'll be seen regardless of enrollment status.
I'm not enrolled with the VA — can I still get help?
Yes. Visit any VA medical center to enroll. Most veterans with an honorable or general discharge qualify for free or low-cost care. Combat veterans within 10 years of separation get enhanced eligibility. Bring your DD-214.
Can the VA help with custody cases?
The VA doesn't provide attorneys for family law, but many state bar associations run free Veteran Legal Clinics. The VA Caregiver Support Program and Vet Centers provide counseling, and Veteran Treatment Courts exist in many jurisdictions for justice-involved vets.
What does a VSO do?
A Veterans Service Organization (American Legion, VFW, DAV, state VSO) helps veterans file disability compensation claims, pension claims, and appeals for free. They're accredited by the VA and often get better outcomes than self-filed claims. Always use a VSO before paying for a claims agent.