The Texas Veterans Commission administers Texas-specific veteran legal programs and benefits and connects veterans with accredited service officers, state benefits, and local resources.
Texas Veteran Resource Guides
Browse guides to veteran resources and services in Texas.
Housing assistance programs for veterans including emergency shelter, transitional housing, and homeownership support.
VA benefits information including disability compensation, pension, and claims assistance.
Healthcare options for veterans including VA medical centers, community care, and mental health services.
Employment resources for veterans including job training, career counseling, and hiring programs.
Legal assistance for veterans including discharge upgrades, records requests, and pro bono legal services.
Education benefits for veterans including GI Bill, tuition assistance, and vocational training.
Top resources in Texas
Recently verified veteran resources serving Texas.
Dial 2-1-1 or search 211.org for Austin-area emergency shelter, rent and utility assistance, and homeless veteran outreach. Local 2-1-1 specialists screen for veteran-specific programs (HUD-VASH, SSVF, GPD) and connect callers to the nearest intake point.
Accredited county Veterans Service Officer for Dallas area veterans. Free help filing VA disability, pension, dependency, and burial benefit claims. Walk-in and appointment hours vary by office; call before visiting.
U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation Hiring Our Heroes runs hiring fairs, employer fellowships, and corporate fellowship cohorts open to San Antonio-area transitioning service members, veterans, and military spouses.
Local HUD-funded Continuum of Care coordinated-entry intake for San Antonio-area veterans experiencing homelessness. CoCs route veterans to HUD-VASH, SSVF, GPD transitional housing, and local nonprofit partners.
Accredited county Veterans Service Officer for San Antonio area veterans. Free help filing VA disability, pension, dependency, and burial benefit claims. Walk-in and appointment hours vary by office; call before visiting.