Veteran Resources


 
 
Ascencia

818-246-7900
1851 Tyburn St
Glendale, CA, 91204

www.ascenciaca.org

Ascencia is dedicated to ending U.S. veteran homelessness in Glendale and surrounding areas.

Services include:

  • Housing search and placement assistance

  • Linking to mainstream financial resources

  • Access to Veteran's health care services, education, employment programs, and training services

  • Vocational and rehabilitation counseling

Didi Hirsch Mental Health Services

818-244-7257
1540 E Colorado St
Glendale, CA 91205

https://didihirsch.org

Didi Hirsch Mental Health Services has provided free mental health, substance use disorder and suicide prevention services since 1942.

Services include:

  • Suicide prevention

  • Mental health

  • Substance abuse 

Verdugo Jobs Center

818-409-0476
1255 South Central Avenue 
Glendale, CA 91204

https://www.glendaleca.gov/government/departments/community-services-parks/verdugo-jobs-center 

The Verdugo Jobs Center’s mission is to transform lives, businesses, and the community through innovative workforce services.
Services include:  

  • Help with developing or polishing resumes and cover letters

  • General job search guidance

  • Information on licensure, certification and apprenticeships

  • Direct referrals to job openings

  • Referrals to other state and federal agencies for additional services

Wellness Works

818-247-2062
540 West Broadway
Glendale, CA 91204

Wellness Works engages the community in restoring hope and a sense of wholeness of body and soul to veterans and their families. 
Services include:

  • Cranio Sacral Therapy

  • Acupuncture

  • Pranic Healing

  • Emotional Freedom Technique

  • Psychotherapy

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Links to Regional and National Resources

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) - Register with the VA to access federal veterans’ benefits

California Department of Veterans Affairs (CalVet) - Contact CalVet for assistance with Federal, State, County and private veterans’ benefits.

Veterans Crisis Line - 1-800-273-8255 and Press 1 or text to 838255
Free, confidential support for Veterans in crisis and their families and friends.

National Archives: Veterans' Service Records -  Request Military Service Records and learn how to replace lost medals and awards. 

National Cemetery Administration - Learn about death and burial benefits for veterans.

211 LA Veterans Resource Portal  - Search for and access services or receive assistance by chatting online with a trained Community Resource Advisor.

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) – Glendale’s chapter of NAMI provides support groups, education, and a robust resource page for veterans and active duty service members. 

California Veterans Resource Book  

Veteran Peer Access Network (VPAN) - The Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health offers resources and services specifically for veterans and military family members.

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Updated February 2025