18 verified resources.
18 Resources
1. NC Department of Military and Veterans Affairs — Free
State agency providing VA benefits claims assistance, employment services, veterans' education benefits counseling, and advocacy across all 100 North Carolina counties. County Veterans Service Officers are available in every county at no cost. Services include helping file and track VA disability claims, connecting veterans to job training, and providing emergency financial assistance referrals. Call 919-814-0164. Located at 1315 Mail Service Center, Raleigh. Open Mon-Fri 8am-5pm.
919-814-0164 · 1315 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website
2. Veterans Crisis Line — Free
Call 988 then press 1, or text 838255 for 24/7 crisis support specifically for veterans, service members, and their families. Responders are trained VA staff who understand military culture, PTSD, and transition challenges. Chat is available at veteranscrisisline.net. Calls are completely confidential and no personal information is required. Available to all veterans regardless of discharge status or VA enrollment. Fathers who are veterans facing crisis should reach out immediately for support.
988 (press 1) · National · 24/7 · Visit Website
3. Durham VA Health Care System — Paid
Full-service VA medical center providing primary care, mental health, surgery, and specialty care for veterans in the Triangle region. Services include PTSD treatment, substance abuse programs, prosthetics, and women veterans health. Emergency room is open 24/7. Call 919-286-0411 to enroll or schedule appointments. Located at 508 Fulton St, Durham. Bring your DD-214 or military ID for your first visit. Clinic hours Mon-Fri; ER open 24/7. Community-Based Outpatient Clinics also available.
919-286-0411 · 508 Fulton St, Durham, NC 27705 · 24/7 ER; clinic hours Mon-Fri · Visit Website
4. Fayetteville VA Coastal Healthcare System — Paid
VA medical center near Fort Liberty serving veterans in southeastern NC with primary care, mental health, PTSD treatment, and specialty services. Specializes in serving combat veterans and military retirees transitioning from active duty. Emergency room is open 24/7. Call 910-488-2120 to enroll or schedule. Located at 2300 Ramsey St, Fayetteville. Bring DD-214 or military ID for enrollment. Community-Based Outpatient Clinics available throughout southeastern NC.
910-488-2120 · 2300 Ramsey St, Fayetteville, NC 28301 · 24/7 ER; clinic hours Mon-Fri · Visit Website
5. W.G. (Bill) Hefner VA Medical Center (Salisbury) — Paid
VA medical center serving veterans in the Charlotte and Piedmont region with comprehensive mental health, primary care, and long-term care services including nursing home and domiciliary programs. Specializes in geriatric and extended care for older veterans. Call 704-638-9000 to enroll or schedule appointments. Located at 1601 Brenner Ave, Salisbury. Bring DD-214 or military ID for enrollment. Community-Based Outpatient Clinics available in Charlotte and surrounding areas.
704-638-9000 · 1601 Brenner Ave, Salisbury, NC 28144 · Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm · Visit Website
6. Charles George VA Medical Center (Asheville) — Paid
VA medical center serving veterans in western North Carolina providing primary care, mental health, substance abuse treatment, and specialty services in the Asheville area. Emergency care is available on-site. Call 828-298-7911 to enroll or schedule appointments. Located at 1100 Tunnel Rd, Asheville. Bring DD-214 or military ID for your first visit. Community-Based Outpatient Clinics available across western NC in areas including Hickory, Franklin, and Rutherfordton.
828-298-7911 · 1100 Tunnel Rd, Asheville, NC 28805 · Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm · Visit Website
7. Raleigh Vet Center — Free
Community-based readjustment counseling for combat veterans, MST survivors, and their families providing free mental health care outside the VA hospital system in Raleigh. Services include individual therapy, group counseling, family therapy, and referrals to additional VA benefits. Walk-ins are welcome. Call 919-856-4616 to schedule. Located at 1649 Old Louisburg Rd, Raleigh. Open Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm. All services are free for eligible veterans. No VA enrollment required.
919-856-4616 · 1649 Old Louisburg Rd, Raleigh, NC 27604 · Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm · Visit Website
8. Charlotte Vet Center — Free
Readjustment counseling, individual and group therapy, and referrals for veterans and military families in the Charlotte area. Walk-ins are welcome during business hours without a prior appointment. Services include PTSD treatment, MST counseling, bereavement, and family counseling. All services are free for eligible veterans. Call 704-549-8025 to schedule. Located at 2114 Ben Craig Dr, Charlotte. Open Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm. No VA enrollment required to receive Vet Center services.
704-549-8025 · 2114 Ben Craig Dr, Charlotte, NC 28262 · Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm · Visit Website
9. DAV - Department of North Carolina — Free
Disabled American Veterans chapter network across NC providing free VA benefits claims assistance, transportation to VA medical appointments, and veterans advocacy. DAV service officers help veterans file and appeal VA disability claims at no cost. The transportation network provides free rides to VA appointments for veterans who cannot drive. Call 919-832-0827 for claims assistance. Located at 4 N Blount St, Raleigh. Open Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm. All NC veterans are eligible for free claims help.
919-832-0827 · 4 N Blount St, Raleigh, NC 27601 · Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm
10. Fayetteville Vet Center — Free
Readjustment counseling serving the Fort Liberty military community with individual, group, and family counseling for combat veterans and MST survivors. Services include PTSD treatment, deployment readjustment support, bereavement counseling, and benefit referrals. Walk-ins are welcome. All services are free for eligible veterans. Call 910-488-6252 to schedule. Located at 2301 Robeson St, Fayetteville. Open Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm. No VA enrollment required to access Vet Center services.
910-488-6252 · 2301 Robeson St, Fayetteville, NC 28305 · Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm · Visit Website
11. American Legion Department of North Carolina — Free
State-level American Legion providing veterans advocacy, free service officer assistance with VA claims, and community programs for veterans and their families across NC. Accredited service officers help veterans file disability claims, navigate appeals, and access education and pension benefits at no cost. Posts across NC hold regular meetings and community events. Call 919-832-7506 for assistance. Located at 4 N Blount St, Suite 200, Raleigh. Open Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm.
919-832-7506 · 4 N Blount St, Suite 200, Raleigh, NC 27601 · Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm · Visit Website
12. VFW Department of North Carolina — Free
Veterans of Foreign Wars state organization with posts across NC providing free VA claims assistance, emergency financial aid, and community support for veterans and their families. VFW service officers help with disability claims, appeals, and survivor benefits at no cost. Posts hold regular meetings and organize community events for veterans. Call 919-781-7191 for assistance. Located at 7 Battleground Ct, Suite 300, Greensboro. Open Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm.
919-781-7191 · 7 Battleground Ct, Suite 300, Greensboro, NC 27408 · Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm · Visit Website
13. Greensboro Vet Center — Free
Readjustment counseling for combat veterans, MST survivors, and family members in the Greensboro-Triad area offering individual and group therapy. Services include PTSD treatment, deployment readjustment support, bereavement counseling, and benefit referrals. All services are free for eligible veterans. Walk-ins welcome. Call 336-333-5366 to schedule. Located at 3515 W Market St, Suite 120, Greensboro. Open Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm. No VA enrollment required.
336-333-5366 · 3515 W Market St, Suite 120, Greensboro, NC 27403 · Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm · Visit Website
14. NC Serves - Charlotte — Free
Coordinated network connecting Charlotte-area veterans and military families to housing, employment, mental health, legal, and social services through a single point of contact. NC Serves navigators assess needs and make warm referrals to the most appropriate local resources. The system is based on the AmericaServes model used across major cities. Call 704-943-6730 or apply online at americaserves.org/ncserves. Located in Charlotte. Open Mon-Fri 8am-5pm. Free for all veterans.
704-943-6730 · Charlotte, NC · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website
15. Fort Liberty Soldier and Family Assistance Center — Free
Comprehensive support center for active duty soldiers, veterans, and families at Fort Liberty providing VA benefits counseling, employment help, family advocacy, and transition assistance. Services include resumé building, VA claims guidance, housing referrals, and financial counseling. Call 910-907-2602 to schedule. Located at 2817 Desert Storm Dr, Fort Liberty. Open Mon-Fri 7:30am-4pm. Services are free for active duty, veterans, and military families assigned to Fort Liberty.
910-907-2602 · 2817 Desert Storm Dr, Fort Liberty, NC 28310 · Mon-Fri 7:30am-4pm · Visit Website
16. Camp Lejeune Marine & Family Programs — Free
Comprehensive support services for Marines and families at Camp Lejeune including family advocacy, individual counseling, financial management, and transition assistance. Programs address deployment stress, family communication, and post-service planning. Call 910-451-2864 to schedule. Located at Bldg 14, Camp Lejeune. Open Mon-Fri 7:30am-4:30pm. All services are free for Marines and their families. Active duty, Reserve, and retired Marine families are eligible for most programs.
910-451-2864 · Bldg 14, Camp Lejeune, NC 28547 · Mon-Fri 7:30am-4:30pm · Visit Website
17. NC Division of Veteran Affairs - County Veterans Service Officers — Free
Each of NC's 100 counties has a Veterans Service Officer providing free assistance with VA disability claims, benefits navigation, and referrals to local services. VSOs help veterans file initial claims, gather evidence, and appeal denied claims. No cost for any services. Call 919-814-0164 or contact your local county government to find your county VSO. Open Mon-Fri 8am-5pm statewide. Services are available to all veterans regardless of discharge status or income level.
919-814-0164 · Statewide (contact local county office) · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website
18. Wilmington Vet Center — Free
Readjustment counseling for combat veterans and MST survivors in the Wilmington and southeastern NC area offering individual, group, and family counseling. Services include PTSD treatment, deployment readjustment support, bereavement counseling, and referrals to VA benefits. All services are free for eligible veterans. Walk-ins welcome. Call 910-392-6505 to schedule. Located at 2127 S 17th St, Wilmington. Open Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm. No VA enrollment required.
910-392-6505 · 2127 S 17th St, Wilmington, NC 28401 · Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm · Visit Website