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Local Veterans Organizations

Air Force Sergeants Association
3rd Tuesday, 11:00 AM, Goodfellow Event Center
Contact: Afsa.chapter1066@gmail.com
Call: 325-654-5797 or 325-654-5051
 
All Veterans Council
3rd Tue of the month, 5:30pm
Contact: kfiscus@cvworkforce.org
Call: 325-370-8093

American Ex-Prisoners of War, Concho Valley Chapter
Meetings: call for info
c/o Stella Webb
218 C.R. 459
Ballinger TX 76821
Call: 325-365-5306 or 325-944-4002

American Legion, Smith-Bryant Post 572
1st Tue 6pm at 616 N Washington St
Contact: adjutant@txlegion572.org
Call: 325-617-2572
Website: Smith-Bryant Post 572
 
Combat Veterans Organization
Contact: breagleeye@yahoo.com
Call: 325-617-7199
 
Combat Vets Motorcycle Association, Chapter 23-12
Contact: info@cvma21-12.org
   

Concerned Veterans for America, San Angelo
215 S Koenigheim St
San Angelo, TX 76903
Call: (325) 657-9342

Concho Valley Women Veterans Association
12th of month, 5:30 pm 616 N Washington St
Contact: Commander@cvwomenveterans.com

Freedom Through Vigilance Association, Heritage Chapter
1st Thursday, 7:00 PM, call for location.
Contact: rggraha@hotmail.com 
Call: 325-651-4236
Website: http://ftva-heritage.wabasco.net/
 
Fleet Reserve Association, Branch 295
3rd Sat 11 am at Elks Lodge 2121 S Chadbourne St
Contact: Tnmc99@suddenlink.net
Call: 325-942-8036
 

Military Family Support Liaison
202 Henry O. Flipper St
San Angelo, TX 76903
Contact: totineru@cvworkforce.org
Call: (325) 703-2445
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm

Military Veteran Peer Network
Call: (325) 812-5241
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm
Website: Service Member, Veteran and Family Services – MHMR Concho Valley
 

Team Red, White and Blue San Angelo
Contact: brenda.tyler@teamrwb.org
Website: Team Red, White & Blue | Get Involved Today

Texas Veteran Leadership
202 Henry O. Flipper St
San Angelo, TX 76903
Contact: jason.clark@twc.texas.gov
Call: 325-653-2321 ext.1288   
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm
 
The EC-47 History Site
4213 Green Meadow Dr
San Angelo, TX 76904
Contact: info@ec47.com
Call: (325) 450-4476 
Website: The EC-47 History Site
 
TVC Veteran Career Advisor
202 Henry O. Flipper St
San Angelo, TX 76903
Call: (325) 653-2321
 
Veterans of Foreign Wars, Fort Concho Post 1815
3rd Saturday, 10:00am, VFW, 125 S Browning St
Contact: Savfw1815@gmail.com
Call: (325) 655-6550
Website: VFW Post 1815
 
Vietnam Veterans of America, chapter 457
1st Thursday, 7:00am, 119 N. Chadbourne
Call: (325) 944-8983

 

RELATED ORGANIZATIONS

Goodfellow AFB Spouses Club
PO Box 44199
Goodfellow AFB TX 76908
Contact: presidentofgsc@gmail.com
   

Airman and Family Readiness Center
Building 145, Goodfellow AFB
Contact: FSC.Programs@us.af.mil
Call: (325) 654-3893

 

Useful Links

Department of Veterans Affairs
Official VA Web site.  Information on VA heath and benefits programs, eligibility requirements, news and press releases, downloadable VA and related forms, locations of VA facilities and offices, links to other related Internet resources, and more.
The purpose of this Web page is to assist Texas veterans, their dependents and survivors, in contacting the regional office to inquire about their veterans benefits or health care services.

Information about the VAMC serving this area.

Accredited Online Schools and Universities
A comprehensive resource that provides Veterans with tons of information about using the money awarded to them by the GI Bill to help pursue a university education. It contains a database that allows our service men and women to search for Online Colleges.
Information on applying for the education benefit.

Information on the Texas state programs for veteran land and home purchases, including loans for home remodeling.  An alternative to the VA guaranteed home loan.
Information on VA programs as well as programs specific to Texas veterans.  Includes information on veterans service organizations and county offices.
Information on veterans resources available across the country.

Frequently Asked Questions


I just separated from the service and need to “register” as a veteran.

That could mean different things.  There is no process to “register” as a veteran – your DD214 or military separation document establishes your veteran status.  Veterans are encouraged to record their original DD214 at the County Clerk’s office where they reside. This will ensure that a certified copy is readily available when needed now or in the future.  Different VA benefits – health care, education, disability benefits, and various others – have different application forms and criteria.  It’s best to consult with your Veterans County Service Office for assistance.

I never had my DD214/separation document recorded.   Now I can’t find it/my ex-wife threw it out/it burned up in a fire/my dog ate it.  How can I get a copy?

You can request it by mail using a Standard Form 180 (PDF) or online from the National Personnel Records Center at http://www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records/.

Where is the nearest VA Clinic/Hospital to San Angelo?

The VA has an Outpatient Clinic in San Angelo, located at 4240 Southwest Blvd., San Angelo, TX.  The phone number is (325) 658-6138.  The clinic offers Primary Care and Mental Health care, by appointment only.  You must be enrolled in the West Texas VA Healthcare System before you can get an appointment.  The San Angelo VA Clinic’s parent facility is the VA hospital at Big Spring, 87 miles north of San Angelo (phone 1-800-472-1365).  
For services that cannot be provided at Big Spring, you will be referred to the VA Medical Center at Albuquerque NM, another VA facility, or in certain cases, a private facility at VA expense.

How do I sign up for VA medical care?

You must complete an application, VA Form 10-10EZ and submit to the local VA Clinic located at 4240 Southwest Blvd., or you can apply online at VA.

Who do I contact to arrange for a military funeral, honor guard, etc.?

The funeral home is generally the point of contact for making these arrangements.  You will probably need a DD214 or similar proof of the veteran’s military service.

How do I apply for a VA home loan?

“VA loans” are not actually made by the VA. They are made by private lenders such as banks, savings and loans associations, or mortgage companies. The VA guarantees a portion of the amount you borrow, often allowing you to get better terms than a conventional loan. To get a loan, you apply to the lender.  In many cases they can verify your eligibility through an automated system. If not, it may be necessary to request a Certificate of Eligibility using a VA Form 26-1880 (PDF). Home loans are also available to Texas veterans (you must have been a Texas resident for at least one year) through the Texas Veterans Land Board. Check them out at Texas Veterans Land Board.