Veteran Services
Veteran Information
This section contains different items of information and interest to all veterans. Please click on the respective links to view items of your choice.
Operation Comfort Warriors (replaces “Heroes to Hometowns”)
The American Legion’s Operation Comfort Warriors (OCW) supports wounded, injured, and ill service members and their families by providing comfort items and recovery support during the transition home.
- Focus on practical “comfort” needs that aid recovery and reintegration.
- Delivered through The American Legion’s national network and partners.
Note: The former “Heroes to Hometowns” program has been consolidated into OCW.
Veterans' Grave Medallion
The Department of Veterans Affairs provides a medallion, by request, to be affixed to an existing privately purchased headstone or marker to signify the deceased's status as a Veteran.
If requested, the medallion is furnished in lieu of a traditional Government headstone or marker for Veterans that died on or after November 1, 1990, and whose grave is marked with a privately purchased headstone or marker.
The medallion is made of bronze and available in three sizes: Large, Medium, Small. Each medallion is inscribed with the word VETERAN across the top and the Branch of Service at the bottom. Appropriate affixing adhesive, instructions and hardware are provided with the medallion.
Important: This benefit is only applicable if the grave is marked with a privately purchased headstone or marker. In these instances, eligible Veterans are entitled to either a traditional Government-furnished headstone or marker, or the medallion, but not both.
For family members of eligible Veterans interested in submitting a claim for the medallion, instructions on how to apply for a medallion are on NCA's web site atwww.va.gov/burials-memorials/memorial-items/headstones-markers-medallions. Please use VA Form 40-1330M, Claim for Government Medallion for Placement in a Private Cemetery. A PDF of the form is available for printing below for you convenience.
To print a copy of the General Information Sheet and the Claim Form for the Veterans Grave Medallion, please click on link at right.
VET JOBS
Listed below are websites of job opportunities for veterans.
Veterans' Informational Websites
Below are websites that provide information on Veterans benefits and how to file/ask for them.
Mesothelioma Information Site —www.mesotheliomahelp.org/veterans
Request To Obtain DD214 Online
ONLINE DD-214 ACCESS You can now access your DD-214 online! Military veterans and the next of kin of deceased former military members may now use a new online military personnel records system to request documents. Other individuals with a need for documents must still complete the Standard Form 180, which can be downloaded from the online website. The new web based application was designed to provide better service on those requests by eliminating the records center's mail room processing time. Also, because the requester will be asked to supply all information essential for NPRC to process the request, delays that normally occur when NPRC has to ask veterans for additional information will be minimized. Veterans and next of kin may access this application at:www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records
This new website, and the Form 180 option, should make it simple for most veterans to verify their military service for veteran's benefits and for membership eligibility in service organizations.
Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs Information
This section contains informational items from theLouisiana Department of Veterans Affairs. Please click on the links to view items of your interest.
Veterans License Plate Available For Louisiana Veterans
Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs Announces New “Support Our Veterans” License Plate Now On Sale
The Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs (LDVA) announced that the “Support Our Veterans” Louisiana License Plate is available for purchase through the Louisiana Office of Motor Vehicles. Created with the passage of House Bill 1204 in the 2010 LA Legislative Session, the plate was designed to patriotically honor the men and women who have served our country through their military service.
“Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs is proud to announce the new “Support Our Veterans” license plates are ready for sale,” says LDVA Secretary Lane A. Carson. “LDVA is always looking for more ways to honor our Veterans. This new specialty plate gives everyone who owns a vehicle in Louisiana a way to show their support for our country’s heroes.”
Now available for purchase at all Louisiana State Office of Motor Vehicle locations, online atwww.expresslane.org, or by calling (225) 925-6146, costs for the plates include a one-time $25 fee in addition to regular license plate fees. Proceeds from the sale of these plates will be dedicated to the Military Family Assistance (MFA) fund for various Veterans programs. MFA is managed by LDVA and provides assistance to members of Louisiana National Guard or Louisiana Reservists who experience financial hardships as a result of being placed on active-duty status.
personnel in a traditional combat uniform as well as a female in dress uniform on the left side of the plate. A lightly colored background image of the United States flag serves as a backdrop and a bold red bar featuring the words “SUPPORT OUR VETERANS” in white lettering runs along the bottom portion of the plate.
The mission of LDVA is to provide comprehensive care and quality service to Louisiana’s Veterans and families with regard to health care, education, disability benefits, long term care and burial honors. For more information about LDVA programs and services, please call toll free 1-877-GEAUX-VA (1-877-432-8982) or visitwww.vetaffairs.la.gov.
How to Access Free Parking for Disabled Veterans at Louisiana Airports
To print a copy of the document shown, please click on the links at right. The document has been posted in two formats for your convenience.
Disabled Veterans License Plates Recognized by the State of Louisiana & US Dept. of Veterans Affairs ID Card Indicating Disabled Veteran
To print a copy of the document shown, please click on the links at right. The document has been posted in two formats for your convenience.
Louisiana Veterans Cemeteries Interment Application & Request to Determine Eligibility for Interment Form
Here is a PDF of the Louisiana Veterans Cemeteries Interment Application & the Request to Determine Eligibility for Interment Form. Please click on the link to print copies of the forms.
Louisiana Veterans Cemeteries Interment ApplicationLouisiana Veterans Honor Medal
The Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs is now in the process of presenting the Louisiana Honor Medal to Louisiana veterans. The Medal, which is distinctly Louisiana, will be given to Louisiana veterans based on their military records. The addition of a silver star will indicate wounded in action and the addition of a gold star will be awarded to next of kin of Armed Forces personnel killed in action. Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs is working to have medal award presentations held in each region of the state. According to LDVA, medals cannot be mailed to recepients. Any questions, please contact American Legion, Department of Louisiana Headquarters at 225-219-1945 or the Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs at 225-219-5001.
SPECIAL NOTE: Only the last 4 numbers of your Social Security number is needed on your application and you can black out all numbers except the last 4 SSN on your Discharge papers (DD-214). Applications are being accepted by MAIL only - please DO NOT FAX APPLICATIONS. Mail applications to the address on the bottom of the application form.
To print an application form for the Louisiana Veterans Honor Medal (updated 1/2017), please click on the button to the right.
Louisiana VA Hospitals and Health Care Facilities
Louisiana VA Hospitals and Health Care Facilities
Louisiana Veterans Homes
Jackson Veterans Home
Louisiana War Veterans Home, 4739 Highway 10, Jackson, LA 70748
225-634-5265
FAX 225-634-4057
Ashlyn Hilburn, Administrator
Email: ashlyn.hilburn@la.gov
The flagship, a 161 bed facility located on 82 serene acres, opened on March 29, 1982 and offers a variety of amenities including two fishing ponds, a greenhouse, a nature trail, and a chapel. The staff provides complete medical care including skilled nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, Alzheimer/Dementia care, an in-house pharmacy, hospice care, and transportation services to VA specialty needs clinics and the VA hospital in New Orleans.
Northeast Louisiana Veterans Home
NE Louisiana Veterans Home, 6700 Highway 165 North, Monroe, LA 71203
318-362-4206
318-362-4241
Marquita Mihaliak, Administrator
This 156 bed state of the art war veteran’s home opened on December 3, 1996 and is located on 20 beautiful acres in north Monroe, Louisiana. It features a pecan grove, fishing pier, chapel, and huge picnic area as well as provides complete medical care including skilled nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, Alzheimer/Dementia care, in-house pharmacy, hospice care and transportation services to VA specialty needs clinics and the VA hospital in Shreveport.
Northwest Louisiana Veterans Home
Northwest Louisiana Veterans Home, 3130 Arthur Ray Teague Parkway, Bossier City, LA 71112
(318) 741-2763
FAX (318) 741-2783
Wesley Pepitone, Administrator
This 156 bed state of the art war veteran’s home opened on April 9, 2007 and is located on 17 pristine acres in Bossier City, Louisiana. It offers a lovely fishing lake with pier, a large chapel, and an activities building with a sports & game lounge. The home provides skilled nursing, physical & occupational therapy, speech therapy, Alzheimer/Dementia care, in-house pharmacy, hospice care, and transportation to VA specialty clinics and the VA hospital in Shreveport.
Southeast Louisiana Veterans Home
Southeast Louisiana Veterans Home, 4080 W. Airline Highway, Reserve, LA 70084
985-479-4080
FAX 985-479-4090
Brian Fremin, Administrator
This 156 bed state of the art war veteran’s home opened on June 4, 2007 and is located on 20 eye-catching acres in Reserve, Louisiana—only 27 miles from New Orleans. It’s adjacent to the St. John’s Parish Senior Citizens Center and the VA Community Based Outpatient Clinic. Amenities include a fishing lake, large chapel, and full medical care: skilled nursing, physical & occupational therapy, speech therapy, Alzheimer/Dementia care, in-house pharmacy, hospice care, and transportation to VA specialty clinics and the New Orleans VA Hospital.
Southwest Louisiana Veterans Home
Southwest Louisiana Veterans Home, 1610 Evangeline Road, Jennings, LA 70546
337-824-2829
FAX 337-824-2581
Matthew Duhon, Administrator
Email: matt.duhon@vetaffairs.la.gov
This 156 bed state of the art war veteran’s home opened on November 14, 2004 and is located on 40 majestic acres in Jennings, Louisiana. In addition to featuring a magnificent 3½-acre fishing lake with two piers, it also has a large chapel and an activities building complete with a sports & game lounge. The home provides skilled nursing, physical & occupational therapy, speech therapy, Alzheimer/Dementia care, in-house pharmacy, hospice care, and transportation to VA specialty clinics and the VA hospital in Alexandria.