El Dorado County Veterans Overview

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Veterans of Foreign Wars

The Veterans of Foreign Wars "works across America to improve the quality of life for veterans, service members and their families, and to improve communities worldwide."

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Veterans Community Service & Support

Veteran's Day Ceremony Honors Local Heroes

A Veteran's Day event paid tribute to the brave local veterans of El Dorado County, including MSgt. Jennifer Newman, who was chosen to be Veteran of the Year.

(Nov. 10, 2021) → Read the full Village Life report

Veterans History

‘Mended Wings’ Honors Wartime Pilots

Rescue resident Eddie Hester was one of the airborne heroes interviewed for a new book honoring the contributions of wounded Vietnam War pilots.

(Nov. 3, 2021) → Read the full Village Life report

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STATEWIDE LOCALIST

Celebrating Veterans Every Day

About 1.8 million veterans live in California. Here are some organizations dedicated to serving the needs of those who served America.

Image caption: California is home to many veterans in need of a variety of resources. From housing assistance to mental health services, the Golden State provides avenues to hope and healing.

STATEWIDE EXPLAINER

At Their Service

California‘s veterans are as varied as the nations in which they served—a tapestry of different educational levels, professions, and life experiences. And they all deserve our respect and support.

Image caption: Stand Down events provide veterans with valuable resources including housing assistance, medical care, and a solid community of support.

STATEWIDE EXPLAINER

Veterans in Need ‘Stand Down’

At hundreds of Stand Down events throughout California, veterans agencies and organizations come together to deliver life’s necessities.

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