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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.
9 Resources
1. Hershel Woody Williams VA Medical Center — Free
Full-service VA medical center providing primary, specialty, and mental health care for veterans in southern West Virginia and surrounding Kentucky and Ohio counties. Services include behavioral health, substance-use treatment, and caregiver support relevant to veteran fathers. Bring DD-214, photo ID, and insurance/VA cards to your first visit. Located on Spring Valley Drive in Huntington and open Monday through Friday weekday hours.
304-429-6741 · 1540 Spring Valley Dr, Huntington, WV 25704 · Mon-Fri 7:30am-4:30pm · Visit Website
2. Louis A. Johnson VA Medical Center — Free
VA medical center in Clarksburg providing primary care, specialty care, and mental health services to veterans in north central West Virginia. Offers behavioral health, PTSD care, and substance-use treatment that can support veteran fathers and their families. Bring DD-214, photo ID, and insurance/VA cards to enrollment. Located on Medical Center Drive in Clarksburg; open Monday through Friday weekday hours.
304-623-3461 · 1 Medical Center Dr, Clarksburg, WV 26301 · Mon-Fri 7:30am-4:30pm · Visit Website
3. Martinsburg VA Medical Center — Free
VA medical center serving veterans across the Eastern Panhandle, western Maryland, and northern Virginia. Provides primary care, mental health, substance-use treatment, PTSD programs, and homeless veteran services. Bring DD-214, photo ID, and insurance/VA cards to your first appointment. Located on Butler Avenue in Martinsburg; enrollment and clinics run Monday through Friday weekday hours. Veteran fathers can ask about family-focused behavioral health supports.
304-263-0811 · 510 Butler Ave, Martinsburg, WV 25405 · Mon-Fri 7:30am-4:30pm · Visit Website
4. WV Department of Veterans Assistance — Free
State agency helping West Virginia veterans access federal and state benefits, education aid, burial benefits, and long-term care. Trained benefit counselors help veteran fathers file VA claims, appeal denials, and locate supportive services. Based on Kanawha Boulevard East in Charleston with field offices around the state. Bring DD-214, photo ID, and any prior VA correspondence to your appointment. Open Monday through Friday business hours.
304-558-3661 · 1514-B Kanawha Blvd E, Charleston, WV 25311 · Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm · Visit Website
5. Veterans Crisis Line – WV — Free
Free, confidential 24/7 crisis line connecting veterans, service members, and their families to trained responders, many of whom are veterans themselves. Dial 988 and press 1 from any phone in West Virginia, or text 838255. Available around the clock for veteran fathers in acute distress, thoughts of suicide, or who need help navigating VA mental-health resources. Chat also available through the website.
988 (press 1) · 24/7 · Visit Website
6. American Legion – WV Department — Free
State department of the American Legion offering benefits counseling, claims assistance, and camaraderie for West Virginia veterans. Service officers help veteran fathers file VA claims, appeal denials, and connect to community resources. Located on Kanawha Boulevard East in Charleston with posts across the state. Bring DD-214, photo ID, and any prior VA correspondence to appointments. Open Monday through Friday weekday hours.
304-343-7591 · 2016 Kanawha Blvd E, Charleston, WV 25311 · Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm · Visit Website
7. DAV West Virginia — Free
Disabled American Veterans state organization providing free benefits assistance, claims help, and transportation to VA appointments for WV veterans with service-connected disabilities. Veteran fathers can meet with a DAV service officer to file or appeal a VA claim. Based in Huntington and working closely with the VA medical center there. Bring DD-214, photo ID, and any medical or prior VA paperwork. Monday through Friday business hours.
304-429-6741 · Huntington, WV 25704 · Mon-Fri 8am-4pm
8. VFW – WV Department — Free
State department of the Veterans of Foreign Wars providing advocacy, benefits help, and community events for WV combat veterans. Accredited service officers help veteran fathers with VA claims, appeals, and referrals to healthcare, housing, and employment resources. Located on Kanawha Boulevard East in Charleston with posts statewide. Bring DD-214, photo ID, and any prior VA correspondence. Open Monday through Friday weekday hours.
304-345-3700 · 1527 Kanawha Blvd E, Charleston, WV 25311 · Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm · Visit Website
9. WV Vet Center – Wheeling — Free
Free, confidential readjustment counseling for combat veterans, their families, and survivors in northern West Virginia. Services include individual and group counseling, PTSD and military-sexual-trauma support, and bereavement counseling. Veteran fathers can walk in or call to schedule; bring DD-214 or other proof of service. Located on Bethlehem Boulevard in Wheeling and open Monday through Friday weekday hours.
304-232-0587 · 1058 Bethlehem Blvd, Wheeling, WV 26003 · Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm · Visit Website