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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.
11 Resources
1. Manchester VA Medical Center — Free
The Manchester VA Medical Center is New Hampshire's full-service VA facility offering primary care, mental health, specialty clinics, and outpatient surgery for eligible veterans. Fathers who served can enroll in VA healthcare by calling 603-624-4366 Monday through Friday 7:30am to 4:30pm or visiting the Smyth Road campus. Bring a DD-214, photo ID, and any existing VA paperwork. Community-based outpatient clinics across the state offer care closer to home once enrollment is complete.
603-624-4366 · 718 Smyth Rd, Manchester, NH 03104 · Mon-Fri 7:30am-4:30pm · Visit Website
2. NH Office of Veterans Services — Free
The New Hampshire Office of Veterans Services helps veterans and families access state and federal benefits, including service-connected disability claims, education, employment, and burial benefits. Fathers who served can call 603-624-9230 Monday through Friday 8am to 4:30pm or visit the Park Street Concord office. Bring a DD-214, photo ID, and any existing VA decision letters when applying for help. Appointments recommended but walk-ins accepted when staffing allows.
603-624-9230 · 4 Park St #201, Concord, NH 03301 · Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm · Visit Website
3. Veterans Crisis Line – NH — Free
The Veterans Crisis Line provides free 24/7 confidential crisis support for New Hampshire veterans, service members, and their families. Fathers in crisis or concerned about a loved one can dial 988 then press 1, text 838255, or chat at veteranscrisisline.net. Trained responders include many veterans themselves and can arrange warm handoffs to local VA or community mental health providers. No enrollment in VA healthcare required to access the line or receive follow-up care referrals.
988 (press 1) · 24/7 · Visit Website
4. American Legion – NH Department — Free
The American Legion Department of New Hampshire is a veterans service organization with local posts across the state, offering benefits claims help, camaraderie, and community programs. Fathers who served can call 603-225-4331 Monday through Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm or visit the Storrs Street Concord headquarters to get help filing VA disability claims or locate a nearby post. Bring a DD-214 and photo ID. Service officers assist with claims at no cost to veterans.
603-225-4331 · 22 Storrs St, Concord, NH 03301 · Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm
5. DAV New Hampshire — Free
Disabled American Veterans New Hampshire provides free benefits assistance and claims support for service-connected disabled veterans and survivors. Fathers who served can call 603-624-4366 Monday through Friday 8am to 4pm or visit the Manchester office to meet with a National Service Officer. Bring a DD-214, photo ID, medical records, and any prior VA decision letters. DAV representatives can file initial claims, request reconsideration, and appeal denied decisions at no cost.
603-624-4366 · Manchester, NH 03104 · Mon-Fri 8am-4pm
6. VFW – NH Department — Free
Veterans of Foreign Wars Department of New Hampshire provides advocacy, benefits claims assistance, and community support through local posts across the state. Fathers who served in a foreign conflict can call 603-669-2211 Monday through Friday 9am to 4pm or visit the Manchester office to get help filing VA disability claims or find their nearest post. Bring a DD-214 and photo ID. Service officers assist with claims and appeals at no cost to veterans and eligible family members.
603-669-2211 · Manchester, NH 03101 · Mon-Fri 9am-4pm · Visit Website
7. NH National Guard Family Programs — Free
The New Hampshire National Guard Family Programs office supports Guard members and their families with deployment preparation, reintegration help, financial counseling, childcare resources, and crisis referrals. Fathers serving in the Guard or spouses can call 603-225-1200 Monday through Friday 8am to 4:30pm or visit the Minuteman Way Concord office. Services are free and confidential. Bring a military ID and dependent information when requesting benefits-related help or counseling appointments.
603-225-1200 · 1 Minuteman Way, Concord, NH 03301 · Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm · Visit Website
8. Vet Centers – Manchester — Free
The Manchester Vet Center in Hooksett offers free, confidential readjustment counseling for combat veterans, military sexual trauma survivors, and families. Fathers who served in a combat zone can walk in or call 603-668-7060 Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm to schedule. Services include individual, group, and family therapy plus bereavement support. Bring a DD-214 if you have one, but eligibility is based on service history and can be verified by staff. Not part of a VA medical record.
603-668-7060 · 1461 Hooksett Rd, Hooksett, NH 03106 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website
9. Harbor Homes – Veterans Housing — Free
Harbor Homes in Nashua provides transitional and permanent supportive housing for homeless and at-risk New Hampshire veterans through HUD-VASH, SSVF, and GPD programs. Fathers who served and are experiencing housing instability can call 603-882-3616 Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm or visit the High Street office to request intake. Bring a DD-214, photo ID, and proof of homelessness or at-risk status. Case managers coordinate VA benefits, employment, and healthcare alongside housing.
603-882-3616 · 45 High St, Nashua, NH 03060 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website
10. NH Employment Security – Veterans Services — Free
NH Employment Security's Veterans Services offers priority job placement, career counseling, resume help, and job-search workshops for New Hampshire veterans through NHWorks career centers statewide. Fathers who served can call 603-228-4100 Monday through Friday 8am to 4:30pm or visit the South Main Street Concord office. Bring a DD-214, photo ID, and an up-to-date resume. Specially trained Disabled Veterans Outreach Program staff assist disabled and recently separated veterans first.
603-228-4100 · 45 S Main St, Concord, NH 03301 · Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm · Visit Website
11. Liberty House – Manchester — Free
Liberty House in Manchester provides transitional housing and wraparound support for homeless New Hampshire veterans, including case management, employment help, benefits advocacy, and life-skills training. Fathers who served can call 603-624-0110 anytime for 24/7 residential admissions or visit the Orange Street location. Bring a DD-214, photo ID, and proof of homelessness when applying. Residents work with staff on individualized plans to move into permanent housing and stable employment.
603-624-0110 · 221 Orange St, Manchester, NH 03104 · 24/7 residential · Visit Website