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title: "Kitsap County Veterans Fund & Advisory Board"
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# Kitsap County Veterans Fund & Advisory Board

Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Skip Ribbon Commands Skip to main content Turn off Animations Turn on Animations   Program Overview ​Kitsap County is proud of its citizens who have served our country. The county is dedicated to providing information and assistance to our veterans who are residents, especially those in need. ​The Kitsap County Veterans Fund (VF) works in coordination with the Veterans Advisory Board (VAB) to host events, provide information to available resources and services, and create opportunities to get involved and support local Veterans and their families in need.   Program Guidance Policies and Procedures Manual for Assisting Veterans in Need   Veterans Assistance Fund ​Kitsap County Department of Human Services administers the VF (formally known as the Soldiers and Sailors or Relief Fund); the money comes from a small portion of property taxes and is dedicated to providing assistance to veterans and their families in need. If you need assistance, please select a link below to get started. Learn more about the types of assistance available through the VF by visiting Kitsap Community Resources, our community partner who works directly with veteran fund applicants . Apply for emergency assistance 2026 Veterans Fund income guidelines   ‭(Hidden)‬ News & Events ​ ​ ​ Kitsap County veterans and their families in need of support are invited to ​join us Saturday, September 26 from 10 A.M - 2 P.M. at the Sheridan Park Community Center, 680 Lebo Blvd, Bremerton. Read the full event announcement and help spread the word.  Are you a veteran in crisis or concerned about one? ​ Dial 9-8-8 then press 1   to connect with the national Veterans Crisis Line to reach caring, qualified responders with the Department of Veterans Affairs specifically trained and experienced in helping Veterans of all ages and circumstances. Many of the responders are Veterans themselves.  Connect by Text at 838255 Online chat is also available  at  www.veteranscrisisline.ne t The Veterans Crisis Line is a free, confidential resource that’s available to anyone, even if you’re not registered with VA or enrolled in VA health care.  Or Call  888-910-0416  to connect to the Kitsap  Need Help Now  crisis line 24/7/365 to get help for you or someone else and connect to local resources including mobile outreach teams.  T o learn more about the issue of Veteran suicide as well as VA mental health resources, please visit  www.mentalhealth.va.gov Additional suicide prevention information and resources can be found by visiting Kitsap County's Suicide Prevention page. ​ Veterans Administration disability claims assistance    Are you looking for assistance with filing a claim for disability compensation through the Veterans Administration? For questions about filing a disability claim please call the VA's Benefits Hotline 800-827-1000 or visit How To File A VA Disability Claim | Veterans Affairs . Use the VA Appointment Scheduler to schedule a virtual or in-person appointment. To request local assistance with filing a disability compensation claim, schedule an appointment or contact Jennifer Doering, Kitsap County Veteran Service Officer (VSO) at 360.337.4535 for assistance. Are you still on Active Duty? Within 180 - 90 days of your discharge date and want to file a "BDD" disability claim? View or print list of contacts to learn more about qualifications to file a claim under this special program.​   Contact Us ​ Main Line:  360.337.5750 Department Reception  (Public Works Bldg.) :  360.337.4604 Kitsap1   is your first call for all other  County services and questions.  Call 360.337.5777 or email  help@kitsap1.com ___________________ ____________________ Need in-person assistance? Kitsap Veteran Resource Center    Steve Corcoran: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.,  Olympic College, building 11, room 110;  schedule an appointment​ or call 360.337.4811 for Veterans Assistance Fund support. or Jennifer Doering: Monday - Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.,  Olympic College, building 11, room 109;  schedule an appointment or call 360.337.4535 for VA claims & benefits assistance. Indigent and homeless veterans welcome. ​ Looking for support for an aging or disabled veteran? Kitsap County's Aging & Long-Term Care (ALTC) provides services for older or disabled adults, their families, and caregivers residing in Kitsap County. Call 1.800.562.6418, email: seniorinfo@kitsap.gov or v isit the ALTC website to learn more . Questions about the Veterans Fund, established to support veterans in need? Contact Steve Corcoran, Veterans Fund Program Coordinator via email at scorcoran@kitsap.gov , call 360.337.4811 for assistance. 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