Veterans

Veterans Services

We believe that Veterans and their families deserve a coordinated effort to feel secure and stable.

At Mental Health America of Los Angeles (MHALA), we work alongside Veterans and their families to build coordinated support systems that foster stability, security, and a renewed sense of purpose.

We connect Veterans with secure housing, vital healthcare, mental health counseling, job opportunities, and tools for lasting self-sufficiency — helping each Veteran develop a personalized plan that outlines their goals and the steps to succeed at home and in the community.

Our team can help you determine if you are eligible for our services.

Our Services

Service Coordination

We help Veterans and their families access the right combination of resources to support long-term wellness, connection, and stability.

Benefits Assistance

We provide benefits assistance and personal financial planning to assist Veterans and their families obtain Veterans Affairs (VA) and other public benefits. We make connections to VA health, mental health, education and disability sources, and coordinate with other community resources.

Housing Counseling

Through housing counseling, we help families find a permanent place to live. We guide individuals and families through the process of seeking, applying for, and moving into community apartments.

Temporary Financial Assistance

Temporary financial assistance is available for short-term needs that may put housing at risk, based on eligibility and available funding. This includes help with rent, utilities, deposits, moving costs, childcare, transportation, and emergency supplies.

Employment Assistance

Employment assistance supports Veteran families in building a stable income by connecting them to VA work training, job placement, and other skill-building opportunities.

This program is made possible in part by a grant from the Bob Woodruff Foundation, which is dedicated to ensuring that impacted Veterans, service members, their families, and their caregivers thrive long after they return home.