Education Resources
As a veteran, you may be eligible for up to $52,500 in GI Bill Benefits. Military.com has a search tool; and you can also search here for online programs at accredited colleges and universities that allow you to attend classes and get your degree without leaving home!
Online Education Resources
- And here is a searchable database of FREE online college courses! Use this resource to explore free college level courses if you are undecided about what field of study to pursue or just to supplement your education. The site contains database of college courses from many of the more prestigious colleges and universities such as Oxford, Harvard, MIT and Yale.
Local, Phone, and Internet Resources
To contact the Colfax VFW, go to Colfax Veterans of Foreign Wars California Post 2003 to send an email, send regular mail, or leave a phone message to the attention of the Service Officer
To contact the Colfax American Legion, go to American Legion Colfax Post 192 District #7 and send an email to the attention of the Service Officer
Military.com's free membership connects servicemembers, military families and veterans to all the benefits of service — government benefits, scholarships, discounts, lifelong friends, mentors, great stories of military life or missions, and much more. They also list discounts for veterans.
More discounts here
The Forgotten Soldier Program
Network of Care for Service Members, Veterans & their Families in Placer County (use their advanced search function to locate specific assistance, including food, housing, loans, etc.)
Military Spouse Employment Partnership Job Listings in Placer County
Placer County Veterans' Services or call 916-780-3290 or email. The office is located at 1000 Sunset Blvd. in Rocklin. Office hours are 8 a.m.-noon and 1-5 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Vets for Warriors provides phone support at 1-855-VET-TALK (1-855-838-8255)
Crisis support is available at the Veterans Crisis Line site or call 1-800-273-8255 and Press 1
Vets Prevail provides free counciling by vets for vets
To contact the Colfax American Legion, go to American Legion Colfax Post 192 District #7 and send an email to the attention of the Service Officer
Military.com's free membership connects servicemembers, military families and veterans to all the benefits of service — government benefits, scholarships, discounts, lifelong friends, mentors, great stories of military life or missions, and much more. They also list discounts for veterans.
More discounts here
The Forgotten Soldier Program
Network of Care for Service Members, Veterans & their Families in Placer County (use their advanced search function to locate specific assistance, including food, housing, loans, etc.)
Military Spouse Employment Partnership Job Listings in Placer County
Placer County Veterans' Services or call 916-780-3290 or email. The office is located at 1000 Sunset Blvd. in Rocklin. Office hours are 8 a.m.-noon and 1-5 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Vets for Warriors provides phone support at 1-855-VET-TALK (1-855-838-8255)
Crisis support is available at the Veterans Crisis Line site or call 1-800-273-8255 and Press 1
Vets Prevail provides free counciling by vets for vets
State Resources
Cal Vet (California Dapartment of Veterans Affairs)
Cal Vet Home Loans
VFW California
American Legion California
Cal Vet Home Loans
VFW California
American Legion California
Federal Resources
Make the Connection - shared experiences and support for veterans
Department of Veterans Affairs
Veterans of Foreign Wars USA
American Legion
Disabled Veterans of Foreign Wars
Department of Veterans Affairs
Veterans of Foreign Wars USA
American Legion
Disabled Veterans of Foreign Wars
