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PVSON Resource Guide

These resources are compiled by the UWF Military and Veterans Resource Center on behalf of the Pensacola Veterans Support Organization Network. These listings are informational resources for the military community; listings do not imply or constitute endorsement by the University.

Table of Contents

Addiction Services

  • Addiction Resource: Useful information about the addiction treatment options and other materials for Veterans struggling with addictions.
  • Advanced Recovery Systems: 24/7 help
    • 855.520.2898
    • webmaster@drugrehab.com
  • Alcoholics Anonymous: Fellowship of men and women in Pensacola who share their experience with each other to help one another recover from alcoholism. Search for a meeting that fits your schedule.
  • Greater Pensacola Area of Narcotics Anonymous: A fellowship of women and men in Pensacola that share their experiences with one another to help recover from narcotic addiction.
  • Smoke Free Veterans: Information and resources to enable and assist Veterans to quit smoking.
  • SOSA House: Survivors of Substance Abuse (SOSA) is a men’s transitional shelter located in West Pensacola, near the Muldoon Road area. This home can comfortably accommodate up to 15 men who are committed to their recovery and ready to take the next step toward permanent housing.
    • Contact: Robert Johnson, 850.619.5450
  • Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA): Peer support recovery guide to find drug and alcohol rehab centers and support. Offers information about 15 free treatment programs.
  • Veterans Crisis Line: Connects Veterans in crisis, and their families and friends, with qualified, caring Department of Veterans Affairs responders. Call 9.8.8, chat online, or send a text message to 838255 to receive confidential support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and 365 days a year. Support for deaf and hard of hearing individuals is available.

  • Banyan Treatment Centers: Located in Pompano Beach, FL, Banyan offers specific programming for First Responders, Veterans & their families, Active-Duty Personnel, Professionals program, LGBTQ+, and individuals interested in a Christ Centered program. Banyan is in network with all major insurances, Tricare certified, Community Partners with the VA, and accepts some Florida Medicaid policies. Banyan offers a robust alumni program that will follow clients up to a year of post treatment and partner with Veteran Non-profits that will assist with transportation, so there is no cost to the Veteran for travel.
    • 877.721.5585
    • vethelp@banyancenters.com
  • Bradford Health Services: Primary services are substance use disorder treatment (SUD) and provide specific programming for the Veteran and Military community to treat SUD. They also address mental health issues (MI) such as trauma, grief, PTSD, and chronic pain through several different modalities and pathways. In the VA CCN/Optum and Tricare networks. and work closely with the VA Community Care teams, VA hospitals and clinics. Discharge planning is provided to link Veterans and Service Members back to resources in the community, including the VA, Vet Centers, Local 501c3, education and job sources, VA HUDVASH, and their county VSO’S. Residential treatment centers in Alabama, Tennessee, and Mississippi.
    • 866.427.0791
  • Community Drug and Alcohol Council (CDAC): Provides treatment for individuals in the West Florida area who are struggling with addiction. There are locations in Escambia, Okaloosa, Santa Rosa, and Walton counties.
    • 888.994.9944
  • Lakeview Center - Pathway in Shalimar: A highly structured program that focuses on prevention, reduction, and elimination of alcohol or drug use and their associated problems.
    • 1 Eleventh Ave, C2, Shalimar, FL 32579
    • New patient registration: 850.469.3500
    • Program questions: 850.332.5840
  • Lakeview Center - Road to Recovery: A substance misuse program located on Lakeview Center’s main campus in Pensacola, including intensive-outpatient care as well as residential treatment.
    • 1301 W. Lakeview Ave, Second Floor, Pensacola, FL 32501
    • New patient registration: 850.469.3500
    • Program questions: 850.908.3582 / Intensive-outpatient program: 850.712.1350
  • Pathways for Change: A faith-based addiction program in Pensacola for men and women. Provides access to high school, technical, and college courses.
    • 2050 West Blount Street, Pensacola, FL 32501
    • Men’s Residential Treatment Facility: 850.202.0028
    • Family Center: 850.637.1429 
  • SOSA House: Survivors of Substance Abuse (SOSA) is a men’s transitional shelter located in West Pensacola, near the Muldoon Road area. This home can comfortably accommodate up to 15 men who are committed to their recovery and ready to take the next step toward permanent housing.
    • Contact: Robert Johnson, 850.619.5450
  • Twelve Oaks Recovery: Inpatient facility in Navarre, FL for treating drug and alcohol addictions. Provides an outpatient program as well as a detox program.
    • 2068 Health Care Drive, Navarre, FL 32566 
    • 844.524.0062
  • Vets Recover: A community-based mental wellness program that is designed for the specific needs of veterans–regardless of their ability to pay.
    • 1200 Springhill Ave, Mobile, AL 36604 
    • 1.866.648.7334
  • Waterfront Mission: Located in Pensacola, FL and Mobile, AL. Waterfront Mission provides food, clothing, and shelter to the homeless.
    • 850.478.4027 

Advocacy & Referral Services

  • Army Recovery Care Program: Provides recovery care coordinators to assist the Army’s wounded soldiers and veterans through treatment, recovery, and rehabilitation to return to duty or transition to their civilian community.
    • 790 Veterans Way, Pensacola, FL 32507
    • Contact Agustin Maldonado, recovery care coordinator: 334.400.6890
  • BRACE: A community-based disaster coalition that utilizes Veteran volunteers to lead emergency preparedness, response, and recovery efforts in Escambia County.
    • 850.739.3985 
    • veteranscoordinator@bereadyalliance.org
  • ETS Sponsorship Program: Transition service is available to all branches of the Military
    • Contact Bob Foster: BFoster@apogee.us
  • Gulf Coast Veterans Advocacy Council: A large variety of resources and local connections to the Veteran community.
    • 1000 S. Fairfield Drive, Pensacola, FL 32506 
    • Florida Co-Chairman, Robbie Gregg: 888.838.6694, ext 2 
  • Military OneSource: Provides information, answers, and support to help you reach your goals and overcome challenges.
    • 800.342.9647
  • Operation First Response: Empowers Veterans of Northwest Florida through a holistic program of community collaboration designed to connect veterans and their families to the local community through benefits, services, education, jobs, and housing.
    • 888.289.0280
  • Shadows of Strength: 501c(3) nonprofit that combats human trafficking through Intelligence and Operational means: Collect, Identify, and Rebuild are our three pillars.
    • 8668 Navarre Parkway #265, Navarre, FL 32566
    • 850.686.4303
  • United Way of West Florida: Fights for the health, education, and financial stability of every person in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties.
    • 1301 W. Government St., Pensacola, FL 32502
    • 1.844.MYFLVET (693.5838) or 2.1.1 / 850.434.3157
  • USA Cares: Helps bear the burdens of service by providing post-9/11 military families with financial and advocacy support in their time of need.
    • 800.773.0387
  • Vet Centers: Serve Veterans and their families by providing a continuum of quality care, which adds value for veterans, families, and communities.
    • Pensacola Center:
      • 4504 Twin Oaks Drive, Pensacola, FL 32506
      • 850.456.5886
    • Shalimar Center:
      • 6 11th Avenue, Suite G 1, Shalimar, FL 32579
      • 850.651.1000 or 877.927.8387
    • Mobile Center:
      • 3221 Springhill Ave., Bldg. 2, Suite C. Mobile, AL 36607
      • 251.478.5906
    • Biloxi:
      • 288 Veterans Ave, Biloxi, MS 39531 
      • 228.388.9938
  • Veterans Justice Outreach Program: Helps eligible Veterans in contact with the criminal justice system access VA Health Care, Mental Health, and Substance Abuse services.
    • Northwest Florida
      • Mark Ballou, LCSW: 850.207.6880, mark.ballou@va.gov
      • Kathy Monson, LCSW: 850.607.1526. kathy.monson2@va.gov
  • Warrior to Soul Mate Program: VA offers workshops and retreats to help veterans and their spouses/partners strengthen their relationships.
    • VA Chaplain Service: 228.523.5730

Brain Injury

  • Bindu Institute, LLC: Provides a Community Support Specialist (CSS) who helps the Wounded Warriors Project (WWP) alumni with moderate-to-severe traumatic brain injury, spinal-cord injury, or other neurological conditions to increase independence and improve their quality of life, and works with accredited agencies through WWP.
    • 1913 Highway 87, Navarre, FL, 32566
    • 850.816.8122
    • Community Support Specialist Program Manager contact: Dianna Montoya, MHR, dianna@thebinduinstitute.com
  • Brain Injury Florida (formerly Brain Injury Association of Florida): Florida’s only statewide, non-profit organization dedicated to individuals who have survived an acquired brain injury, their families, and caregivers.
    • Office: 813.330.0183
    • Information line: 800.444.6443
  • West Florida Hospital Brain Injury Program: Offers a comprehensive and effective treatment plan designed to help with those affected by brain injury.
    • 8383 N Davis Hwy, Pensacola, FL 32514
    • 850.780.2092

Crisis Help

  • Abuse Registry/Abuse Reporting: For children or adults.
    • 1.800.96.ABUSE or 1.800.962.2873 
  • American Red Cross:
    • 222 N Baylen St., Pensacola, FL 32502
    • 850.432.7601 
  • Eglin CBOC: Provides outpatient mental health and addiction treatment for veterans and military families, including crisis support and therapy services. 
    • 850.609.2650
  • Gary Sinise Foundation:
    • PO Box 368, Woodland Hills, CA 91365
    • 615.575.3500
  • Homeless Veteran Hotline:
    • 1.877.4.AID.VET or 1.877.424.3838 
  • LGBTQ+ Hotline:
    • Mon-Fri, 3-11 p.m. CST, Sat 11 a.m.-4 p.m. CST
    • 888.843.4564
  • National Domestic Violence Hotline:
    • 800.799.7233 
  • Rape, Abuse, and Incest National Network:
    • 1.800.656.HOPE (4673) 
  • Reach Out Hotline (Oklahoma Department of Rehabilitation Services):
    • 1.800.522.9054 
  • Team Rubicon: Disaster response organization
    • 576 Batten Blvd, Pensacola FL, 32507
    • Contact Lou Abney: 843.618.2520, Lou.Abney@TeamRubiconUSA.org
  • VA Caregivers Support Line:
    • 1.855.260.3274 
  • VA Outpatient Clinics: Veterans who enrolled in the VA Gulf Coast Veterans Health Care System and who have had an initial screening visit can utilize walk-in services when in crisis.
    • Pensacola:
      • 790 Veterans Way, Pensacola, FL 32507
      • 850.912.2000, Ext 2316, 2317, 2318 or 866.927.1420
    • Eglin AFB: 
      • 100 Veterans Way, Eglin AFB, 32542
      • 850.609.2600 or 866.520.7359
    • Mobile:
      • 1504 Springhill Ave, Mobile, AL 36604
      • 251.219.3981, 251.219.3900 or 888.201.0110
    • Biloxi: 
      • 400 Veterans Way, Biloxi, MS 39531
      • 228.523.5000 or 800.296.8872
    • Panama City Beach:
      • 2600 Veterans Way, Panama City Beach, FL 32408
      • 850.636.7000 or 888.231.5047
  • Veterans Crisis Line – Suicide Prevention Action Network: Confidential help for Veterans and active duty military and concerned family or friends.
    • 9.8.8 (formerly 1.800.273.8255, which also still works)

Documentation

Education

  • Army Continuing Education System: Provides programs and services to promote lifelong learning opportunities for Soldiers.
  • Army Credentialing Program (COOL): Provides credentialing services for Army Veterans. 
  • Autism Pensacola: Dedicated to support, advocating, educating, networking and providing hope for people affected by autism and related Double-click to Return to Table of Contents 8 disorders of communication and behavior along the Gulf Coast.
    • 10001 N Davis Hwy Bldg. 1, Pensacola, FL 32514
    • 850.434.7171
  • The Best Schools: Helpful tips, links, and additional resources to help you navigate your college career.
  • Campus Toolkit: Provides faculty, staff, and administrators resources to support student Veterans.
  • Community Action Program: Provides services to individuals to help them become self- sufficient.
    • 2501 W Wright St, Pensacola, FL 32505
    • 840.438.4021
  • Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support (DANTES): Assists Veterans in preparing for college and completing their education.
    • 6490 Saufley Field Road, Pensacola, FL 32509
    • dodhra-outreach-dantes@mail.mil
  • Escambia AIDS Services and Education: 
    • Fairfield Service Center, 1295 West Fairfield Drive, Pensacola, FL 32501
    • 850.595.6345
  • Florida SBDC: Provides access to robust databases and resources to help in the navigation of building a business.
    • info@FloridaSBDC.org
    • UWF Location:
      • 9999 University Parkway, Pensacola, Florida 32514
      • 850.474.2528 
    • Downtown Pensacola Location:
      • 220 West Garden St STE #302, Pensacola, FL 32502
      • 850.898.3479 
  • G.I. Bill
    • 1.888.442.4551 
  • Marine Corps Credentialing Program (COOL): Online credentialing program.
    • 640 Roberts Ave, Corry Station, Bldg. 502 Rm 104E, Pensacola, FL 32508
    • 850.452.6337
    • usmccool@navy.mil 
  • Navy Credentialing Program (COOL)
    • 640 Roberts Ave, Corry Station, Pensacola, FL 32511
    • 850.452.6186
    • navycool@navy.mil
  • Patriot Boot Camp: A non-profit agency that provides active-duty members, veterans, and their spouses with access to mentors, educational programming, and a robust community of experts and peers to help them innovate and build impactful businesses.
    • Patriotbootcamp@dav.org 
  • Reserve Educational Assistance Program (REAP): Provides educational assistance to members of the Reserve components called or ordered to active duty in response to war or national emergency declared by the president or Congress.
  • Re-Entry Alliance Pensacola
    • 2615 West Strong St, Pensacola, FL 32505 
    • 850.332.6677
    • Jason.futral@gmail.com 
  • Semper Fi & America’s Fund: Financial, emotional, and tiered support for our injured or ill service members and their families through the following programs: Caregiver Support, Housing Assistance, Adaptive Transportation, Specialized Equipment, Education, and Career Transitioning, Skip's Kids Program, and more.
    • 760.725.3680
  • Student Veterans of America: providing resources, network support and advocacy to, through, and beyond higher education.
  • TRIO, Pensacola State College: The goal of TRIO-Student Support Services is to help you achieve success. By joining our program, you will have access to exclusive services that include one-on-one tutoring and your very own academic advisor/life skills counselor.
    • 1000 College Blvd, Bldg. 6 Rm 620, Pensacola, FL 32504
    • 850.484.2028
  • Veterans Economic Communities Initiative: The goal of the VECI is to increase education and employment opportunities for America's Veterans by bringing together local and national employers to coordinate services for Veterans, service members and military families.
  • Veterans Florida: Develops new job training grant programs in the state of Florida to help businesses hire and prepare Veterans for their positions at every stage of their transition.
    • 930 Thomasville Road, Suite 100 Tallahassee, FL 32503
    • 850.898.1444
    • info@veteransflorida.org
  • Veterans Student Success Center, Pensacola State College: Create a centralized location where student-veterans will have direct access to resources and programs that will enhance their academic success.
    • 1000 College Blvd, Pensacola, FL 32504
    • Contact Tanya Brashers: 850.484.2040, tbrashers@pensacolastate.edu
  • Veterans Upward Bound, Pensacola State College: Assists Veterans in getting accepted into and completing postsecondary education.
    • 1000 College Blvd Building 6, Room 658, Pensacola, FL 32504
    • 850.484.2068
  • Vet to CEO: A non-profit program offered online and in person that assists transitioning veterans with designing their businesses and completing their business plan.
    • 888.677.2765
    • inquiry@vettoceo.org
  • Wounded Warrior Project: Serves warriors and their families to nurture the mind and body and encourage economic empowerment and engagement.
    • 1.877.TEAM.WWP (832.6997)

  • Florida Institute of Ultrasound
    • 8800 University Pkwy, Suite A-4, Pensacola, FL 32514
    • 850.478.7300
  • Fortis Institute
    • 4081 E. Olive Road, Suite B, Pensacola, FL 32514
    • 850.476.7607 
  • George Stone Technical College
    • 2400 Longleaf Dr, Pensacola, FL 32526
    • 850.941.6200
  • Home Builders Institute: Free training program that serves transitioning US military members within 180 days of separation, military spouses, dependents over 17 years old. The program offers CPR, First Aid, AED, OSHA10 National Safety certification, and an introduction to the building trades certificate called a PACT. 
    • 100 College Blvd, Building 520, Niceville, FL, 32578 
    • 850.517.6542
    • myfuture@hbi.org 
  • Locklin Technical College
    • 5330 Berryhill Rd, Milton, FL 32570 
    • 850.983.5700
  • Washington Holmes Technical College
    • 757 Hoyt St, Chipley, FL 32428
    • 850.638.1180 

Employment

  • 90Works: Assists individuals in a crisis (homelessness, poverty, family violence) to become self-sustaining. Assists in acquiring housing and employment and provides budget counseling.
    • 115 Gregory Square, Pensacola, FL 32502
    • 855.90.WORKS (96757)
  • Bunker Labs: Part of Syracuse University's Institute for Veterans and Military Families (IVMF), Bunker Labs is a highly respected non-profit organization dedicated to supporting veteran and military-spouse entrepreneurs.
  • CareerSource EscaRosa: Online marketplace for job opportunities in the EscaRosa area. Also provides employment counseling if needed.
    • Pensacola:
      • 6913 N.9th Ave. Pensacola, FL 32504
      • 850.607.8700
    • Milton:
      • 5725 Highway 90, Milton, FL 32583
      • 850.983.5325
    • Century:
      • 8120 North Century Blvd, Century, FL 32535
      • 850.256.6259
  • Co: Lab: Provide entrepreneurs with numerous services in the incubator program including full-service facility space, education, mentoring, and connectivity to Co: Lab’s entrepreneurship support ecosystem. 
    • 418 W Garden St., Pensacola, FL 32502
    • 850.696.1314 
  • Community Action Program Committee: Employment and Education support available to residents of Northwest Florida.
    • 2050 W Blount St, Pensacola FL, 32501
    • 866.384.4502 
  • Employ Florida Marketplace: Online marketplace for job opportunities in the state of Florida.
  • Family Endeavors: Provides incentivized employment services to veterans who have served at least one day active or reserve duty. Serves Escambia, Santa Rosa, and Okaloosa. We require a copy of your DD214 or Veterans Benefits Award Letter for verification. You can have any discharge other than dishonorable to qualify. Must meet HUD income guidelines for household family size.
    • 8800 University Parkway, Suite A4, Pensacola, FL 32514
    • 850.988.9892
    • HVPRFL@endeavors.org
  • Feds Hire Vets: Resources for military Veterans and their families to help them find a job with the federal government.
    • 1900 E. Street, NW, Rm 7439-AF, Washington, DC 20415
    • 202.606.7304
  • Helmets to Hardhats: Connects Veterans with building and construction careers. 
    • 866.741.6210
  • Hire a Hero: Job listing catalog for veterans.
  • Hire Our Heroes: Job listings for Veterans; help for employees with active-duty spouses who are being transferred.
  • Hiring Our Heroes: Hiring Our Heroes is a nationwide initiative to help Veterans, transitioning service members, and military spouses to find meaningful employment opportunities.
    • 202.463.5807
    • hiringourheroes@uschamber.com
  • Hire Patriots: Free job board connects Veterans through local job postings by individuals and businesses, transitional training, and entrepreneur mentoring.
    • 760.730.3734
    • ceo@hirepatriots.com
  • Hire Veterans: Online job marketplace for Veterans.
  • NextOp: Founded in 2014 by veteran and industry leaders who sought to build a strong military talent pipeline to industries.
    • 310.455.2002
    • patrick@nextopvets.org
  • Patriot Boot Camp: A non-profit agency that provides active-duty members, veterans, and their spouses with access to mentors, educational programming, and a robust community of experts and peers to help them innovate and build impactful businesses.
    • info@patriotbootcamp.org
  • Recruit Military: Information on upcoming job fairs; database of job openings.
    • 513.683.5020 or 800.226.0841
  • Still Serving Veterans: Free job searches, benefits assistance, case management for severely wounded Veterans with service-connected disabilities requiring discharge from active duty.
    • 1.866.SSV.4MIL (778.7645)
  • Value of a Veteran: Woman Veteran and minority-owned small business that provides human resources consulting and training for organizations that are seeking to improve support, recruitment, and retention of military veterans. 
    • Contact Georgia Jones, program ambassador: 877.681.9960
  • Veterans Employment Center: Helps Veterans translate their military experiences into civilian skills, write resumes, and offers tips for successful interviews. 
    • 855.574.7286
  • Veterans Florida: For Veterans who want to own a business, and assembling a robust network of Veterans’ organizations, service providers, businesses, and individuals to support and mentor Veterans at every stage of their transition. 
    • 930 Thomasville Road, Suite 100 Tallahassee, FL 32503
    • 850.898.1444
    • info@veteransflorida.org
  • Wounded Warrior Project - Warriors to Work Program: Provides warriors and their family members with the resources and assistance they need to be successful in the civilian workforce
    • 4899 Belfort Road, Suite 300, Jacksonville, FL 32256 
    • 1.877.832.6997

End of Life

  • Compassionate Friends: Self-help organization that offers friendship and understanding to bereaved parents.
    • 5725 North 9th Avenue, Pensacola, FL 32504-8920
    • Contact Debbie: 850.516.0810
    • compassionatefriendspensacola@yahoo.com
  • Covenant Care Hospice
    • Pensacola Stand-alone Office:
      • 5041 North 12 th Avenue, Pensacola, FL 32504
      • 850.433.2155 or 24-hour hotline at 855.541.3072
    • Covenant Inpatient Hospice Center at West Florida Hospital
      • 8383 N. Davis Highway, Pensacola, FL 32514
      • 850.202.0920
    • Covenant Inpatient Hospice Center at Sacred Heart Hospital
      • 5151 North 9 th Avenue, Pensacola, FL 32504
      • 850.416.1600
  • Emerald Coast Hospice
    • Pensacola:
      • 5111 N. 12 th Avenue, Suite B., Pensacola, FL 32504
      • 850.995.4664
    • Milton: 
      • 5536 Stewart St, Milton, FL 32570
      • 850.438.2201
  • Peoples Hospice and Palliative Care: Peoples Hospice and Palliative Care: comprehensive hospice care services paid for by VA and Medicare insurances.
    • 213 Wright St, Pensacola, FL 32501
    • 850.378.5618 
  • Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society: Offers financial assistance for individuals with urgent financial needs.
    • 91 Radford Blvd, Bldg. 191, Pensacola, FL 32508
    • 850.452.2300

Financial Resources

  • Air Force Aid Society: Helps Airmen, Guardians, and their families when unexpected financial emergencies arise. The AFAS Falcon Assistance provides an expedited, quick loan approval process for loan amounts up to $1,500. 
    • 1550 Crystal Drive, Suite 809, Arlington, VA 22202
    • 703.972.2650
    • afas@afas-hq.org
  • American Heritage Financial: Assistance with investments, financial planning, insurance, and group benefits.
    • 3155 Gateway Lane, Cantonment, FL 32533
    • 612.730.8632
    • Contact Michael Wimmer: michaelwimmer@ahfplanners.com
  • Catholic Charities of Northwest Florida: Provides financial assistance for rent and utilities for qualifying individuals.
    • Pensacola: 
      • 1815 N. 6 th Avenue, Pensacola, Florida 32503
      • 850.435.3516
    • Fort Walton Beach:
      • 11 First St SE, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
      • 850.244.2825
  • Fleet and Family Support Program: Provides courses on financial management for Veterans and their families. 
    • Pensacola (NAS Pensacola):
      • 151 Ellyson Avenue, Bldg. 625, Pensacola, FL 32508
      • 850.452.5990
    • Milton (NAS Whiting Field):
      • 7551 USS Enterprise Street, Building 3025, Milton, FL 32570
      • 850.623.7177
  • Florida Veterans: Emergency financial assistance for Veterans.
    • 850.782.4305
  • Florida Elks, Army of Hope: Provides aid assistance to the families of deceased, disabled, and deployed members of the military.
    • General Phone: 800.523.1673 
    • Pensacola:
      • 727 S. 72nd Avenue, Pensacola, FL 32506
      • 850.455.5522
    • Gulf Breeze:
      • 661 Pensacola Beach Blvd, Gulf Breeze, FL 32561
      • 850.932.4444
    • Navarre:
      • 2002 Elks Way, Navarre, FL 32566
      • 850.939.2787 
  • Food Assistance: Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Florida DCF ACCESS Florida, etc.
    • 1301 N 9th Ave, Pensacola, FL 32503
    • Pensacola Main Phone: 850.595.8200
    • Call Center: 1.866.762.2237
    • Apply online: www.myflorida.com/accessflorida
  • Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society: Offers financial assistance for individuals with urgent financial needs.
    • 91 Radford Blvd, Bldg. 191, Pensacola, FL 32508
    • 850.452.2300 
  • Semper Fi Fund: Financial, emotional, and tiered support for our injured/ill service members and their families.
    • 760.725.3680
  • United Ministries: Rent/Utility assistance for families with dependent children.
    • 257 B East Lee Street, Pensacola, FL 32513 
    • 850.433.2333
    • client@united-ministries.com

Food Pantries

  • Escambia Chapel AME Zion ESC Food Pantry: Open the last Friday of every month, 9 a.m. – 11 a.m.
    • 2901 East Johnson Avenue, Pensacola, FL 32514
    • 850.473.1166
  • Ever‘man Food Voucher: Individuals must be 55 years of age or older and qualify based on income. If you qualify, you must attend a two-hour nutrition class. Schedule appointment to apply by calling 850.438.4021, Ext #104.
    • Pamela McKenzie, case manager: p.mckenzie@capc-pensacola.org
  • Feeding the Gulf Coast (formerly Bay Area Food Bank)
    • 5709 Industrial Blvd., Milton, FL 32583
    • 850.626.1332
  • First United Methodist Church: Hosts a hot lunch each Monday and Thursday beginning at 11 a.m.
    • 6 East Wright Street, Pensacola, FL 32501
    • 850.432.1434
  • Food for Veterans Inc.: Open the third consecutive Friday and Saturday of each month from 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
    • 300 Mary Esther Blvd #41J, Mary Esther, Fl 32569
    • 850.420.0170
  • Harvest House: Provide food, clothing, and shelter to those who are less fortunate, and at a point of need in their life.
    • 300 Mountain Drive, Destin, FL 32540
    • 850.837.2277
  • Little Flower Catholic Church: Offers a walk-in food pantry with clothing and prepackaged food every Wednesday and Friday, 9- 11:30 a.m. Those in need should bring a photo ID, proof of residence, and Social Security number for all members in the house requesting help. Those receiving food assistance may return every 30 days. Patrons must complete an application for food via Mother Theresa of Calcutta Outreach Mission.
    • 6495 Lillian Highway, Pensacola, FL 32506
    • 850.455.5641
  • Loaves and Fishes Food Pantry: Food assistance for the homeless. Breakfast is served at Monday through Friday at 7 a.m., lunch is served on Saturday at 11:30 a.m., and dinner is served on Sunday, Monday, and Wednesday evenings at 5 p.m.
    • 257 E Lee Street, Pensacola, FL 32503
    • 850.438.7616
  • Manna Food Pantry (Pensacola, FL): By appointment only. Call 850.432.2053 to make an appointment Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
    • 3030 N. E Street, Pensacola, FL 32501
  • Manna Food Pantry (Milton, FL): First come, first served. Mondays from 10 a.m.-noon and Fridays noon-3 p.m.
    • Community of Christ, 6656 Raymond Hobbs Rd., Milton, FL 32570
  • Manna Food Pantry (Jay, FL): First come, first served. Every first and second Tuesday from 9:30-11:30 a.m.
    • First Baptist Church, 214 South Alabama Street, Jay, FL 32565
  • Myrtle Grove Baptist Church: Pantry is walk-in on Tuesdays from 9-11 a.m., must bring a photo ID.
    • 5920 Lillian Highway, Pensacola, FL 32506

Government and Benefits

  • AFSOC HQ – Community Resource Coordinator: We provide support to active duty members, their families, and the families of deceased SOF veterans/service members. Our team coordinates resources, shares information on available services, and helps facilitate resiliency events and training.
    • 850.884.2539
    • 427 Cody Ave, Hurlburt Field, FL 32544
  • Fleet and Family Support Center: Provides courses on financial management for Veterans and their families.
    • Hotline: 1.877.471.7240 
    • NAS Pensacola
      • 151 Ellyson Ave, Pensacola, FL 32508
      • 850.452.5990
    • Whiting Field
      • 7511 Enterprise Street, Building 3025, Milton, FL 32570
      • 850.623.7177
  • Florida Senate: Visit the website to find your representative. 
    • District Office: 418 West Garden Street, Room 403, Pensacola, FL 32502
    • Don Gaetz, 850.595.1036
  • Florida First District 
    • 805 East James Lee Rd, Crestview, FL, 32539
    • 850.479.1183
  • Florida House of Representatives: Visit the website to find your representative.
    • 3212 South Highway 95-A, Cantonment, FL 32533
    • Michelle Salzman: 850.717.5110 or 850.941.6091
  • Military Benefits: Download VA letters, transfer post 9/11 education benefits, and update direct deposit and contact information, VA home loan certificate of eligibility.
    • Pensacola Vet Center: 790 Veterans Way, Pensacola, FL 32507
    • 1.800.827.1000
  • Office of the Public Defender: Visit the website to find your representative.  
    • 190 West Government Street, Pensacola, FL 32502
    • 850.595.4100

Health and Therapy Resources

  • Addus HomeCare: Provides a comprehensive range of home-care services.
    • 2160 Creighton Road, Pensacola, FL, 32504
    • 850.475.9000
  • Agency for Persons with Disability 
    • 160 W Government St #410, Pensacola, FL 32502
    • 850.595.8351
  • Amedisys Home Health of the Panhandle
    • 4900 Bayou Blvd, Suite 201, Pensacola, FL 32503
    • 850.477.1082
  • Baptist Health Care: A certified veteran safe place through “The Fire Watch” program. Several of our team members are Watch standers and/or veterans. Baptist offers inpatient psychiatric and mental health care.
    • 123 Baptist Way, Pensacola FL 32503
    • Andy Barret: 448.227.8478, andy.barrett@bhcpns.org
  • Eglin CBOC: Provides outpatient mental health and addiction treatment for veterans and military families, including crisis support and therapy services. 
    • 850.609.2650
  • Florida Dept. of Health, Area 1 HIV/AIDS Program: Provides services to persons living with HIV and AIDS in Escambia, Santa Rosa, Okaloosa, and Walton counties in Northwest Florida.
    • 1295 West Fairfield Drive, Pensacola , FL 32501
    • 850.595.6500
  • Brain Injury Florida: Serves as a critical lifeline for the thousands of Floridians. The Center provides one-stop access to information, education, advocacy and community-based support for survivors, their families, and caregivers.
    • 19321 US HWY 19 North, Suite 307, Clearwater, FL 33764
    • 1.800.444.6443
  • Center for Independent Living
    • 21 South Tarragona St, Pensacola, FL 32501
    • 850.595.5566
  • Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinics at Centerstone: Provides targeted behavioral health care for post 9/11 Veterans, National Guardsmen, Reservists, their families, and active-duty military families. Our clinic provides care for anxiety, depression, PTSD, trauma, grief, transitional issues, family/relationship challenges, child behavioral issues and local resource referrals.  
    • Outreach Director, Michael P. Fleming, Brigadier General (ret)
    • 7011 A.C. Skinner Parkway, Jacksonville, FL 32256
    • 904.431.3500
  • Clear Captions: Provides caption-enabled telephones at no cost to veterans with any form of hearing loss.
    • 866.246.7850
  • Council on Aging of West Florida
    • 875 Royce St, Pensacola, FL 32503
    • 850.432.1475
  • Crestview Health Center
    •  800 Hospital Drive, Crestview, Florida 32539
    • 850.682.1164
  • Disabled American Veterans Chapter 57
    • 5296 Hare St, Crestview, FL 32539
    • 850.682.0982
  • Emerald Coast Behavioral Hospital
    • 2004 Lewis Turner Blvd, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547
    • Military Liaison: 850.819.5333
    • Main Phone: 850.763.0017
  • Grand Boulevard Health & Rehab Center
    • 138 Sandestin Ln, Miramar Beach, FL 32550
    • 850.267.2887
  • Gulf Coast Veterans Health Care System
    • 400 Veterans Avenue, Biloxi, MS 39531
    • Main phone: 228.523.5000
    • VA Health connect: 833.363.1063
    • Mental health care: 228.523.5223
  • Health & Hope Clinic: Serves uninsured individuals and the medically underserved. Offers therapeutic services to include individual counseling and group counseling.
    • 1718 East Olive Road, Pensacola, Florida 32514
    • 850.479.4456
  • Health Benefits Office Naval Hospital Pensacola
    • 6000 West Highway 98, Pensacola, FL 32512
    • 850.505.6601
  • Health Care for Reentry Veterans
    • 1500 E Woodrow Wilson Drive, Jackson, MS 39216
    • 1.877.424.3838
    • 601.362.4471
  • Leaning Post Ranch: Equine-facilitated therapy 
    • 4150 Cedar Springs Rd, Molino, FL 32577
    • 850.530.55521
  • Medi Home Health Agency
    • 8333 N Davis Highway (6th Floor) Pensacola, FL 32503
    • 850.475.5392
  • The Mission Continues: Connects veterans who are a part of under-resourced communities. Programs deploy veteran volunteers to work alongside nonprofit partners and community leaders to address issues such as improving educational resources, tackling food insecurity, and fostering neighborhood identity.
    • 314.588.8805
  • National Center for PTSD
    • Information: 802.296.6300
    • ncptsd@va.gov
  • NWF Area Agency on Aging
    • 5090 Commerce Park Cir, Pensacola, FL 32505
    • Resource Center: 866.531.8011
    • For volunteer opportunities or to make donations: 850.494.7100
  • Operation HOPE: Non-profit organization that teaches classes and one-on-one counseling in financial literacy, budgeting, credit establishment and repair, and small business development. All services are free of charge to the participant.
    • 4890 Bayou Blvd, Pensacola, FL, 32503
    • 850.429.3396
    • Mark Robinson: Mark.robinson@operationhope.org
  • PATH International: Provides equine-assisted therapies for individuals with special needs. 
    • 1.800.369.RIDE (7433)
  • Primary Care House Calls: A service that provides in-home primary care visits for people with barriers to care, including transportation issues, difficulty with mobility, breathing problems, etc. Services for adults living in private homes and assisted living facilities. 
  • Sacred Heart Medical Group: The Military Patient Navigator at this organization is responsible for helping with the active-duty and veteran population.
    • 5151 N. 9th Avenue, Pensacola, FL 32504
  • Shield and Stripes: A no-cost 501(c)(3) nonprofit offering trauma-informed, holistic rehabilitation at for active-duty service members, veterans, and first responders. Their program includes a three-week in-person intensive with therapy, fitness, nutrition, and mindfulness support; a nine-week telehealth follow-up providing continued mental health and occupational therapy; and lifelong alumni integration for ongoing peer support and community connection. The goal is to help participants heal from visible and invisible wounds, restore purpose, and rebuild identity.
    • PO Box 1474, Carthage, NC 28327
    • 208.598.5445
  • St. Joseph's Clinic: 
    • 131 W Intendencia St, Pensacola, FL 32502
    • 850.434.8162
  • VA Outpatient Clinics and Medical Centers: Offers medical and mental health hospitalization, specialty outpatient care, extended care for older Veterans, and short-term residential treatment for PTSD and/or substance use.
    •  Mobile
      • 4444 Demetropolis Road, Mobile, AL 36619
      • 251.219.3900
    • Pensacola
      • 790 Veterans Way, Pensacola, FL 32507
      • 850.912.2000
    • Biloxi
      • 400 Veterans Way, Biloxi, MS 39531
      • 228.523.5000
    • Eglin
      • 100 Veterans Way, Eglin Air Force Base, 32542
      • 850.609.2600
    • Panama City
      • 2600 Veterans Way, Panama City Beach, FL 32408
      • 850.636.7000
  • Veterans’ Health Administration
    • 1.877.222.VETS (8387), press 1 when prompted for enrollment
  • Veterans Justice Outreach Program
    • 790 Veterans Way, Pensacola, FL 32507
    • 1.877.424.3838
    • Gulf coast contact: mark.ballou@va.gov
  • Women Veterans Program, Gulf Coast VA: Provides comprehensive primary care for women and their unique needs.  
    • Women Veterans Program Manager, Dr. Donna Maxwell: 850.912.2219, Donna.Maxwell@va.gov

Housing

  • 90Works: Assists individuals in a crisis (homelessness, poverty, family violence) to become self-sustaining. Assists in acquiring housing and employment and provides budget counseling.
    • 115 Gregory Square, Pensacola, FL 32502
    • 855.90.WORKS (96757)
  • Air Force Enlisted Village: Provide a safe, secure home for surviving spouses of retired enlisted USAF Airmen.
    • 92 Sunset Lane, Shalimar, FL 32579
    • Toll-free: 1.800.258.1413
    • 850.651.3766
  • Alfred Washburn Center: Food, supplies, and showers for the homeless. Provides Identification cards to homeless individuals and serves as a mailing address to the homeless as well.
    • 31 Murphy Lane, Pensacola, FL 32505
    • 850.435.7427
  • Semper Fi Fund: Financial, emotional, and tiered support for our injured or ill service members and their families through the following programs: Caregiver Support, Housing Assistance, Adaptive Transportation, Specialized Equipment, Education, and Career Transitioning, Skip's Kids Program, and more.
    • 760.725.3680
  • Building Homes for Heroes®: The organization builds or modifies homes, and gifts them, mortgage-free, to Veterans and their families. 
    • Main Office: 3333 McCoy Rd. Orlando, FL 32812
    • 516.684.9220
  • Children’s Home Society Transitional Living Program: Works with youth ages 16-21 who are homeless, at risk of homelessness, or aging out of foster care. Provides job training, educational support, life skills, and housing.
    • 1300 N. Palafox St, Suite 103, Pensacola, FL 32501
    • 850.266.2700
  • Community Action Program: Provides services to individuals to help them become self-sufficient.
    • 2501 West Wright St, Pensacola, FL 32505
    • Toll-free: 1.866.384.4502
    • 850.438.4021
  • Currie House: A short-term residential shelter for abused, neglected, truant, and runaway youth ages 10-17. They work with agencies, youth, and families in the community to bring about positive change. 
    • 4610 West Fairfield Dr, Pensacola, FL 32505
    • 850.453.2772
  • Escambia AIDS Services and Education: 
    • 1295 West Fairfield Drive, Pensacola, FL 32501
    • 850.595.6345
  • Family Promise of Santa Rosa: Provides shelter and comprehensive services to low-income and homeless children and families in Santa Rosa County.
    • 5736 Stewart Street Milton, FL 32570
    • 850.623.5300
  • Favor House of NWF, Inc: Provides shelter for female victims of domestic violence
    • Pensacola:
      • 2001 West Blount Street, Pensacola, FL 32501
      • 850.434.1177
    • Milton:
      • 6480 Carolina Street, Milton FL 32570
      • 850.626.5600
  • Gary Sinise Foundation: Request support on a case-by-case basis.
    • 615.575.3500
  • Heavenly Blessings Mission: Christian-based shelter for anyone needing a place to stay.
    • 1614 N T Street Pensacola, Fl 32505
    • 850.341.5039
  • HER Foundation: Provides housing for women veterans and ensures they have what they need as they transition back into the community.
    • 6150 W. Fairfield Dr, Pensacola, FL 32506 
    • 866.944.9561
  • Department of Housing and Urban Development (Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing)
    • 877.4AIDVET or 877.424.3838
  • Loaves and Fishes: Soup kitchen and emergency shelter.
    • 257 E Lee St, #A, Pensacola, FL 32503
    • 850.438.7616
  • Mary’s Shelter: For pregnant women and youth.
    • 14004 Boros Rd, Elberta, AL
    • 251.986.6200
  • Opening Doors NWFL: Assists homeless individuals in finding housing and other services from the community.
    • 3702 N. Pace Blvd, Pensacola, FL 32505
    • 850.439.3009
  • Priority Veteran: For low-income veterans, Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) provides case management and supportive services to prevent the imminent loss of a veteran's home or identify a new, more suitable housing situation for the individual and their family; or rapidly re-house veterans and their families who are homeless and could remain homeless without this assistance.
    • 375 N. 9th Avenue, Suite A, Pensacola, FL 32502
    • 1.866.460.3827
    • floridaveterans@priorityveteran.org
  • Salvation Army Lodge: Emergency and transitional shelter which houses and assists adult men and women who need a temporary place to stay. 
    • 1501 North Q Street, Pensacola, FL 32505
    • 850.432.1501
  • Shelter House: Supports victims of domestic and sexual violence by providing shelter, intervention and primary prevention programs to the community through education, awareness and advocating for social change.
    • Domestic Violence: 850.863.4777
    • Sexual Assault: 850.226.2027
    • Program Office, Fort Walton:
      • 16 Furry Road SE, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
      • 850.243.1201
    • Outreach Office, Crestview:
      • 850.240.5581
  • Supportive Service for Veteran Families (SSVF): VA-funded case management services that promote self-sufficiency and prevent homelessness.
    • 90Works:
      • 115 Gregory Square, Pensacola, FL 32502
      • 855.909.6757
    • Housing First:
      • 279-B N. Washington Ave., Mobile, AL 36603
      • 251.450.3345
  • The Realty Medics: Website for Veteran home-buying resources.
  • The Upside of Florida 
    • 222 West Main Street, Pensacola, FL 32502 
    • 311 or 850.435.1603 
  • VA/Grant & Per Diem Coordinator: Case management and promotes the development and provision of supportive housing and services with the goal of helping homeless Veterans achieve residential stability, increase their skill levels and/or income, and obtain greater self-determination.
    • GPDgrants@va.gov
  • Visiting Nurse/Navy-Marine Corps
    • 91 Radford Blvd, Bldg 191, Pensacola, FL 32508 
    • 850.452.2300
    • Arbutus.Mullins@nmcrs.org 
  • Volunteers of America: Transitional housing for homeless veterans in a beautiful complex of studio apartments. Services include mental health counseling, substance abuse relapse prevention, assistance with job placement, and education/retraining. Participants must have an honorable discharge; meet homeless criteria and income guidelines. Vetting interviews are conducted every Wednesday 9 a.m.-12 p.m., no appointment necessary. Veterans must be registered with the VA and provide a photo ID with a copy ofDD214. 
    • 1617 Blackwell Lane, Pensacola FL 32514 
    • 850.452.2300

Legal

  • Alpha Center: Provides adoption and pregnancy support. 
    • 6004 Pernella Road, Pensacola, FL 32504 
    • 850.479.4391 
  • Baldwin County Veterans Court: A hybrid drug and mental health court using the concepts of required treatment and individual accountability to provide specialized care for Veterans.
    • Roberta Speh, Veterans advocate: 251.943.4114
    • Mailing Address: PO Box 1203, Foley, AL 36536
    • Bay Minette Location:
      • 104 Hand Avenue, Bay Minette, AL 36507
    • Robertsdale Location:
      • 21985 Hibbing Road, Robertsdale, AL 36567
  • Department of Children and Families (DCF):
    • 160 Governmental Center Suite #611, Pensacola, FL 32502
    • Toll-free: 1.800.955.8771
    • 850.487.1111 
  • Legal Services of North Florida: Provides representation to the low-income in civil matters.
    • 1741 N Palafox St, Pensacola, FL, 32501
    • 850.432.8222 

Mental Health

  • The Anchor Clinic: A comprehensive mental health clinic with offices located in Downtown Pensacola and Navarre, Florida.  
    • 890 South Palafox Street, Suite 300, Pensacola, FL 32502 
    • 850.433.1656 
  • Autism Pensacola: Dedicated to supporting, advocating, educating, networking and providing hope for people affected by autism and related disorders of communication and behavior along the Gulf Coast.  
    • 10001 N. Davis Hwy, Building 1 , Pensacola, FL 32514 
    • 850.434.7171 
  • Banyan Treatment Centers: Located in Pompano Beach, FL, Banyan offers specific programming for First Responders, Veterans & their families, Active-Duty Personnel, Professionals program, LGBTQ+, and individuals interested in a Christ Centered program. Banyan is in network with all major insurances, Tricare certified, Community Partners with the VA, and accepts some Florida Medicaid policies. Banyan offers a robust alumni program that will follow clients up to a year of post treatment and partner with Veteran Non-profits that will assist with transportation, so there is no cost to the Veteran for travel.
    • 888.515.7705
    • vethelp@banyancenters.com
  • Behavioral Health Acute Inpatient Unit (Biloxi)
    • 400 Veterans Blvd, Biloxi, MS 39530
    • 228.523.5727 
  • Behavioral Health Outpatient Clinic:
    • 790 Veterans Way, Pensacola, FL 32507 
    • 850.912.2000 or 850.912.2317
    • Eglin/Fort Walton Beach: 850-609-2600, Ext 32622 
  • Bradford Health Services: Primary services are substance use disorder treatment (SUD) and provide specific programming for the Veteran and Military community to treat SUD. They also address mental health issues (MI) such as trauma, grief, PTSD, and chronic pain through several different modalities and pathways. In the VA CCN/Optum and Tricare networks. and work closely with the VA Community Care teams, VA hospitals and clinics. Discharge planning is provided to link Veterans and Service Members back to resources in the community, including the VA, Vet Centers, Local 501c3, education and job sources, VA HUDVASH, and their county VSO’S. Residential treatment centers in Alabama, Tennessee, and Mississippi.
    • 205.607.8563
  • Brain Injury Florida (formerly Brain Injury Association of Florida): Florida’s only statewide, non-profit organization dedicated to individuals who have survived an acquired brain injury, their families, and caregivers.
    • Office: 813.330.0183
    • Information line: 800.444.6443
  • Community Drug and Alcohol Council (CDAC): Provides treatment for individuals in the West Florida area who are struggling with addiction. There are locations in Escambia, Okaloosa, Santa Rosa, and Walton counties.
    • 888.994.9944
  • Compassionate Friends of Pensacola: Offers support and aid bereaved parents in the positive resolution of grief from the death of their child and to foster the physical and emotional health of the bereaved family members. Meetings are held at Cokesbury Methodist Church on 2nd Tuesday of each month from 6:30-8 p.m.
    • 7979 N 9th Ave, Pensacola FL 32514
    • Contact Debbie: 850.516.0810
    •  compassionatefriendspensacola@yahoo.com
  • Covenant Care (Bereavement Counseling): Offers a variety of services at no cost for bereaved individuals in the Ft. Walton Beach, Crestview, Niceville, and Pensacola areas.
    • 1.855.CARE.365 (1.855.227.3365)
  • Eglin CBOC: Provides outpatient mental health and addiction treatment for veterans and military families, including crisis support and therapy services. 
    • 850.609.2650
  • Emerald Coast Behavioral Hospital: Provides acute inpatient and outpatient psychiatric services in Panama City, Florida and specializes in child, adolescent, adult, active duty military/Veteran, and geriatric psychiatry.
    • 1940 Harrison Ave, Panama City, FL 32405 
    • 850.763.0017
  • Epilepsy Foundation of Florida: Serves as the lead advocate for the rights and needs of people with epilepsy and seizure disorders. Provides services to individuals and families, regardless of financial situation, including advocacy, case management, information, referral and support, medical services, neuropsychological services, prevention and education, individual and family counseling, research, development and fundraising, resource materials, support groups and children’s camp.
    • Help Line: 1.800.332.1000
  • Healing Hoof Steps: The clinical equine assisted mental health counseling uses licensed counselors, non-riding activities, an immersive outdoor setting and a working herd of horses. Veterans may qualify for counseling scholarships with no out of pocket costs or co-pays.
    • 3942 Jace Drive, Crestview, FL, 32539
    • 850.764.1005 
  • Honor Vets: Offers programs that improve the mental and physical health of wounded warriors.
    • 7950 Cowboy Way, Jackson, WY 83001
    • 307.413.3951
    • honorvets00@gmail.com
  • Kindred Spirit Therapy Minis: Use miniature horses to bring joy and a sense of comfort to those who may be suffering or just need an emotional hug.
    • 5411 Hilton Rd N., Baker Fl, 32531
    • 850.830.4199
  • Lakeview Center - Pathway in Shalimar: A highly structured program that focuses on prevention, reduction, and elimination of alcohol or drug use and their associated problems.
    • 1 Eleventh Ave, C2, Shalimar, FL 32579
    • New patient registration: 850.469.3500
  • Leaning Post Ranch: Equine-facilitated therapy. 
    • 4150 Cedar Springs Rd, Molino, FL 32577
    • 850.530.5521
  • Mental Health Association of Okaloosa & Walton Counties: The association educates the public, advocates for excellence and equality in treatment, and supports individuals and families living with mental health disabilities. All services are free of charge. 
    • 571 Mooney Road NE, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547
    • 850.244.1040
  • National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 24/7 crisis support in the United States. 
    • Call 988
    • Contact the Crisis Text Line by texting the word “HOME” to 741741 for free
  • Pathways for Change: A faith based addiction program that provides access to High School, Technical, and college courses.
    • Men's Facility: 
      • 30 S spring St., Pensacola, FL 32501
      • 850.202.0028
    • Family Center: 
      • 2050 W. Blount Street, Pensacola, FL 32501
      • 850.637.1429
  • The Pavilion: A 73-bed, full service psychiatric hospital located on the West Florida Hospital campus. Although physically adjoined to West Florida Hospital, The Pavilion is a separate facility, ensuring confidentiality and patient privacy.
    • 8383 North Davis Highway, Pensacola, FL 32514
    • 850.494.4000 
  • Real Warriors Campaign: Encourages help-seeking behavior among service members, veterans and military families coping with invisible wounds.
    • Psychological Health Resource: 988
    • Military Crisis Line: 988, then press 1
  • Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinics at Centerstone: Provides targeted behavioral health care for post 9/11 Veterans, National Guardsmen, Reservists, their families, and active-duty military families. Our clinic provides care for anxiety, depression, PTSD, trauma, grief, transitional issues, family/relationship challenges, child behavioral issues and local resource referrals.  
    • Michael P. Fleming, Brigadier General (ret), Outreach Director
    • 7011 A.C. Skinner Parkway, Jacksonville, FL 32256
    • 904.431.3500
  • Semper Fi Fund: Financial, emotional, and tiered support for our injured or ill service members and their families through the following programs: Caregiver Support, Housing Assistance, Adaptive Transportation, Specialized Equipment, Education, and Career Transitioning, Skip's Kids Program, and more.
    • 760.725.3680
  • Vet Centers: 
    • Pensacola:
      • 4918 Mobile Highway, Pensacola, FL 32506
      • 850.456.6113
    • Okaloosa County:
      • 6 11th Avenue, Suite G 1, Shalimar, FL 32579
      • 850.651.1000 or 877.927.8387
    • Mobile:
      • 3221 Springhill Ave., Bldg. 2, Suite C. Mobile, AL 36607
      • 251.478.5906
    • Biloxi:
      • 288 Veterans Ave, Biloxi, MS 39531
      • 228.388.9938
    • Bay County: 
      • 850.522.6102 or 877.927.8387
  • Vets Recover: A community-based mental wellness program that is designed for the specific needs of veterans – regardless of their ability to pay.
    • 251.405.3677
  • Veterans Student Support Services at Pensacola State College: Services provide advising and counseling, learning lab peer torturing, cultural field trips, and grant aid. 
    • 1000 College Blvd, Pensacola FL, 32504 
    • 850.484.1970
  • Warrior to Soul Mate Program: VA offers workshops and retreats to help veterans and their spouses/partners strengthen their relationships.
    • 228.523.5730 
  • Wounded Warrior Project - Warriors to Work Program: Provides warriors and their family members with the resources and assistance they need to be successful in the civilian workforce
    • 4899 Belfort Road, Suite 300, Jacksonville, FL 32256 
    • 1.877.832.6997

Mobility

Pets

  • Dogs on Deployment: Provides a central network for military members to find volunteers willing to board their pets while they are deployed or have other service commitments, making them unable to temporarily care for their pets 
    • 619.800.3631 
    • veterans@dogsondeployment.org
    • Pensacola contact:
      • Janet Watson: 954.558.6178, FL-Pensacola@dogsondeployment.org
  • Grace Rides: Provides equine-assisted activities and therapies.
    • 2061 Corbin Gainy Road, Defuniak Springs, FL 32435
    • Sherry Hall, executive director: 850.259.9195 
  • Healing Hoof Steps: The clinical equine assisted mental health counseling uses licensed counselors, non-riding activities, an immersive outdoor setting and a working herd of horses. Veterans may qualify for counseling scholarships with no out of pocket costs or co-pays.
    • 3942 Jace Drive, Crestview, FL, 32539
    • 850.764.1005 
  • Independence for the Blind: Empower people who are blind or visually impaired.
    • 3107 North Davis Highway, Pensacola, FL 32503 
    • 850.477.2663 
    • raven.holloway@ibwest.org
  • K9s for Warriors: provides highly-trained Service Dogs to Veterans suffering from PTSD, traumatic brain injury and/or military sexual trauma.
    • 904.686.1956
  • Kindred Spirit Therapy Minis: Use miniature horses to bring joy and a sense of comfort to those who may be suffering or just need an emotional hug.
    • 5411 Hilton Rd N., Baker Fl, 32531
    • 850.830.4199
  • Paw and Stripes: Provides service dogs for wounded Veterans with post- traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and traumatic brain injury (TBI) through integrating service dog training and education with mental health support.
    • 505.999.201, Ext 301
    • veterandogs@pawsandstripes.org
  • Warrior Canine Connection: An organization that utilizes clinically based canine connection therapy to help wounded warriors reconnect with life, their families, their communities, and each other. 
    • 14934 Schaeffer Road, Boyds, MD 20841 
    • 301.260.1111
    • info@warriorcanineconnection.org

Recreation

  • BRACE: A community-based disaster coalition that utilizes Veteran volunteers to lead emergency preparedness, response, and recovery efforts in Escambia County.
    • 850.739.3981 
    • veteranscoordinator@bereadyalliance.org
  • Gary Sinise Foundation:
    • PO BOX 40726, Nashville, TN 37204
    • 615.575.3500
  • Honor Vets: Offers programs that improve the mental and physical health of wounded warriors.
    • Mail to 7950 Cowboy Way, Jackson, WY 83001 
    • 307.413.3951
    • honorvets00@gmail.com
  • Project Healing Waters: Dedicated to the physical and emotional rehabilitation of disabled active military service personnel and disabled veterans through fly fishing and associated activities including education and outings. No cost for disabled veterans.
    • Pensacola contact: Mick Milo, program lead, mick.milo@projecthealingwaters.org
  • Semper Fi Fund: Financial, emotional, and tiered support for our injured or ill service members and their families through the following programs: Caregiver Support, Housing Assistance, Adaptive Transportation, Specialized Equipment, Education, and Career Transitioning, Skip's Kids Program, and more.
    • 760.725.3680
  • Team RWB (Team Red, White & Blue): Enriches the lives of America’s veterans by connecting them to their community through physical and social activity. 
    • Pensacola contact: Alan Como, alan.como@teamrwb.org
  • United Services Organization (USO): An organization that has catered to the military community for over 75 years by providing a variety of services to help service members, their families and Veterans.
    • 850.455.8280
  • Veterans Dive Locker: A non-profit organization in Pensacola designed to help improve the lives of injured veterans returning from Iraq & Afghanistan. We provide these heroes with a challenging & rewarding activity that can help facilitate the rehabilitation process & promote mobility.
    • 850.261.1177
  • Wounded Warrior Project: A holistic approach when serving warriors and their families to nurture the mind and body, and encourage economic empowerment and engagement.
    • 4899 Belfort Road, Suite 300, Jacksonville, FL 32256 
    • 1.877.832.6997

Reintegration Support

  • Air Commando Foundation: Supporting Air Commandos and their families.
    • 2502 Highway 98 W, Mary Esther, FL 32569
    • Mailing Address: PO Box 7, Mary Esther, FL 32569
    • 850.581.0099
  • Air Force Recovery Care Coordinator/Hurlburt Field, FL: Provides non-medical case management services for Air Force Wounded Warriors, seriously ill and injured service members and their families. An advocate to oversee, coordinate, and monitor all phases of care and services as the Airman moves from recovery to the rehabilitation and reintegration stages. 
    • 427 Cody Ave, AFSOC North Annex, Hurlburt Field, FL, 32544 
    • 850.884.4416
  • Brain Injury Florida (formerly Brain Injury Association of Florida): Florida’s only statewide, non-profit organization dedicated to individuals who have survived an acquired brain injury, their families, and caregivers.
    • Office: 813.330.0183
    • Information line: 800.444.6443
  • BRACE: A community-based disaster coalition that utilizes Veteran volunteers to lead emergency preparedness, response, and recovery efforts in Escambia County.
    • 850.739.3981 
    • veteranscoordinator@bereadyalliance.org
  • ETS (Onward Ops): Transition service available to all Branches of the Military.
    • contact@onwardops.org
  • Fleet & Family Support Center: Meeting your needs. At home and at sea. 
    • 7511 USS Enterprise Street, Milton, FL 32570
    • 850.623.7177
  • Gary Sinise Foundation: Request support on a case-by-case basis.
    • 615.575.3500
  • Gulf Coast Veterans Advocacy Council: A large variety of resources and local connections to the Veteran community.
    • 1000 S. Fairfield Drive, Pensacola, FL 32506 
    • 888.838.6694, Ext 2 for Florida Co-Chairman, Mr. Robbie Gregg
  • Honor Vets: Offers programs that improve the mental and physical health of wounded warriors.
    • 7950 Cowboy Way, Jackson, WY 83001 
    • 307.413.3951
    • honorvets00@gmail.com
  • Semper Fi Fund: Financial, emotional, and tiered support for our injured or ill service members and their families through the following programs: Caregiver Support, Housing Assistance, Adaptive Transportation, Specialized Equipment, Education, and Career Transitioning, Skip's Kids Program, and more.
    • 760.725.3680
  • Special Operations Warrior Foundation: Provides in-home tutoring and full financial assistance for college, trade or technical schooling for surviving children of fallen Army, Navy, Marine Corps and Air Force special operation warriors.
    • 1137 Marbella Plaza Drive, Tampa, FL 33619
    • 813.805.9400
  • Post 9/11 Transition and Care Management Program: Formerly called OEF/OIF/ND, this program helps returning veterans.
    • Contact Melissa Dennison: melissa.dennison@va.gov, 785.220.7508
  • Wounded Warrior Project: Provides warriors and their family members with the resources and assistance they need to be successful in the civilian workforce.
    • 4899 Belfort Road, Suite 300, Jacksonville, FL 32256 
    • 1.877.832.6997

Religious Counseling

  • Alpha Center: Provides one-on-one mentoring, crisis intervention and men’s ministry. Alpha center also provides community referrals and networking.
    • 6004 Pernella Road, Pensacola, FL 32504
    • 850.479.4391
  • Catholic Charities of Northwest Florida: Confidential counseling services to individuals, groups, families and children in the context of the Catholic tradition. Provides opportunities for therapeutic change and growth in an atmosphere of acceptance and caring. Also offers educational programs, consultation, and referrals to resources within our organization as well as to community resources.
    • 1815 N. 6 th Avenue, Pensacola, FL 32503
    • 850.436.3516
  • East Brent Baptist Church
    • 4801 N. Davis Hwy, Pensacola, FL 32503
    • 950.477.5812
  • First Baptist Church on Bayshore
    • 622 Bayshore Dr, Niceville, FL 32578
    • 850.678.4621
  • Gulf Breeze United Methodist Church
    • 75 Fairpoint Dr, Gulf Breeze, FL 32561
    • 850.932.3594
  • Health and Hope Clinic: Serves neighbors regardless of their religious affiliation or non-affiliation.
    • 1718 E. Olive Road, Pensacola, Florida 32514
    • 850.479.4456
  • Interfaith Ministries
    • 4439 Gulf Breeze Pky, Gulf Breeze, FL 32563
    • 850.934.8385
  • Ministry Village at Olive: Provides for the financial, spiritual, and physical needs of poor and hurting individuals.
    • 1716 E. Olive Road, Pensacola, FL 32514
    • 850.473.4466
  • Navarre United Methodist Church
    • 9474 Navarre Pkwy, Navarre, FL 32566
    • 850.939.2028
  • Striving 4 Perfection Ministries (S4P)
    • 24 Bass Avenue SW, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
    • 850.862.3899

Transportation

  • Community Action Program - Pensacola: Provides services to individuals to help them become self-sufficient.
    • 2501 West Wright St, Pensacola, FL 32505
    • Toll-free: 866.384.4502
    • 850.438.4021
  • Escambia County Area Transit (ECAT)
    • 1515 West Fairfield Drive, Pensacola, Florida 32501
    • 850.595.3228
  • The Mission Continues: Connects veterans who are a part of under-resourced communities. Programs deploy veteran volunteers to work alongside nonprofit partners and community leaders to address issues such as improving educational resources, tackling food insecurity, and fostering neighborhood identity.
    • Mailing Address: P.O. Box 776792, Chicago, IL 60677
    • 314.588.8805
    • Info@missioncontinues.org
  • Opening Doors NWFL: Assists homeless individuals in finding housing and other services from the community.
    • 1020 North New Warrington Rd, Pensacola, FL 32506
    • 850.439.3009
  • Semper Fi Fund: Financial, emotional, and tiered support for our injured or ill service members and their families through the following programs: caregiver support, housing assistance, adaptive transportation, specialized equipment, education, and career transitioning, Skip's Kids Program, and more.
    • 760.725.3680

Veterans Claims

  • American Veterans (AmVets)
    • 877.726.8387
  • Pensacola Claims Examiner (VA): Assistance with questions regarding benefits.
    • 790 Veterans Way FDVA Rooms 1a-102/3/114, Pensacola, FL 32507 
    • Keith Ledger, 850.912.2051
    • Steve Davis, Primary: 850.912.2051 / Fax: 850.912.2493
  • Gulf Coast Veterans Advocacy Council: A large variety of resources and local connections to the Veteran community.
    • 1000 S. Fairfield Drive, Pensacola, FL 32506 
    • 888.838.6694, then press 709
  • Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinics at Centerstone: Provides targeted behavioral health care for post 9/11 Veterans, National Guardsmen, Reservists, their families, and active-duty military families. Our clinic provides care for anxiety, depression, PTSD, trauma, grief, transitional issues, family/relationship challenges, child behavioral issues and local resource referrals.  
    • 7011 A.C. Skinner Parkway, Jacksonville, FL 32256
    • 904.431.3500

Vocational Rehab

  • Autism Pensacola: Dedicated to supporting, advocating, educating, networking and providing hope for people affected by autism and related disorders of communication and behavior along the Gulf Coast.  
    • 10001 N. Davis Hwy, Bldg 1, Pensacola, FL 32514
    • 850.434.7171 
  • CareerSource EscaRosa: Online marketplace for job opportunities in the EscaRosa area. Also provides employment counseling if needed.
    • Pensacola:
      • 6913 N.9th Ave. Pensacola, FL 32504
      • 850.473.0939
  • Veterans Affairs – Pensacola
    • 790 Veterans Way, Pensacola, FL 32507
    • 850.912.2000
  • VA Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment: Checks for eligibility of Vocational Rehabilitation benefits and helps you in finding a career.
    • 1009 N 12th Ave, Pensacola, FL 32501
    • 850.432.0740

Veteran Affairs and Veteran Service Officers

  • Bay County VSO – John Deegins 
    • 840 W 11 th St., Panama City, FL 32401
    • 850.248.8280, call for appointments
    • jdeegins@baycountyfl.gov
  • Escambia County VSO – Andy Huffman
    • Monday-Thursday are appointment only, Friday walk-ins are from 9 a.m. -3 p.m.
    • 3363 West Park Place, Pensacola, Florida 32505
    • 850.595.2409
    • VSO@myescambia.com
  • Leon County VSO – Ben Bradwell
    • 615 E. Paul Russell Road, Tallahassee, FL 32301
    • 850.606.1940
    • Bradwellb@leoncountyfl.gov
    • Minority Veterans Program
      • 400 Veterans Ave, Biloxi, MS, 39531
      • Contact Marthena Moffett: 228.523.5545, marthena.moffett@va.gov
  • Okaloosa County VSO – Beatrice Love-Moore
    • Shalimar Location: 1250 N. Eglin Pkwy Suite 302, Shalimar, FL 32579
    • Crestview Location: 601-A N. Pearl Street, Suite 100, Crestview, FL 32536
    • 850.651.7258
    • blovemoore@myokaloosa.com
  • Panama City American Legion
    • 840 W. 11th St, Panama City, FL 32401
    • 850.248.8280
  • Pensacola Frank Marston American Legion Post 3
    • 1401 West Intendencia Street, Pensacola Florida, 32502
    • 850.207.7115
  • Santa Rosa County VSO – Andy Anderson
    • 6051 Old Bagdad Hwy., Suite 204, Milton, FL 32583
    • 850.981.7155
    • andya@santarosa.fl.gov
  • Santa Rosa County VSO – Laurie Schulze
    • 6051 Old Bagdad Hwy., Suite 204, Milton, FL 32583
    • 850.981.7155
    • lauries@santarosa.fl.gov
  • Walton County VSO – Mark Kelly
    • 47 N 6 th Street, DeFuniak Springs, FL 32433
    • 850.892.8140
    • kelmark@co.walton.fl.us
  • Walton County VSO – Jennifer Anderson
    • 47 N 6 th Street, DeFuniak Springs, FL 32433
    • 850.892.8140
    • andjenifer@co.walton.fl.us

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