American Legion – Arkansas Department

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State department of the American Legion offering veterans service officer help with VA claims, appeals, and benefits across Arkansas posts. Fathers who served wartime periods are typically eligible for membership and free claims assistance. Call or visit the Victory Street office in Little Rock to be matched with a service officer. Bring DD-214, photo ID, and any prior VA decision letters or claim paperwork.

Contact & Details

Address: 100 N Victory St, Little Rock, AR 72201

Phone: 501-375-1104

Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30am-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 Arkansas

Arkansas circuit courts hear family law matters in all 75 counties, with the Office of Child Support Enforcement under the Department of Finance and Administration. Little Rock, Fort Smith, and Fayetteville are the largest metros. Legal Aid of Arkansas and the Center for Arkansas Legal Services provide free civil representation to eligible fathers statewide.

More Veterans in Arkansas

  • VA Fayetteville Medical Center — VA medical center serving veterans across northwest Arkansas and surrounding areas with primary care, mental health, specialty clinics, and
  • Arkansas Department of Veterans Affairs — State agency providing benefits counseling, claims assistance, and advocacy for Arkansas veterans and their families. Fathers who have serve
  • Veterans Crisis Line – Arkansas — Confidential 24/7 crisis line for veterans, service members, National Guard, Reserve, and their families, staffed by trained responders incl
  • DAV Arkansas — Disabled American Veterans state organization providing free benefits assistance, transportation to VA medical appointments, and advocacy fo
  • VFW – Arkansas Department — Veterans of Foreign Wars state department offering advocacy, community events, and free VA claims help through accredited service officers a

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.