London & Laurel County, Kentucky • Local, State, and Federal Resources
Compiled April 2026 • Updated May 2026 — Complete merged list with all original + all new additions. Every resource sorted alphabetically within each section.
Local American Legion post serving Laurel County veterans with claims help, community programs, and membership.
Address: 1785 Barbourville St (P.O. Box 71), London, KY 40741
Phone: (502) 896-4734 (Legion Riders Director)
Website: https://americanlegionpost16.org
Free VA claims representation for veterans and families through accredited service officers.
Address: 700 N Pennsylvania St, Indianapolis, IN 46204
Phone: 1-800-433-3318
Website: https://www.legion.org
Local chapter with meetings, peer support, events (including Laurel County Veteran Coffee Muster), and claims coordination. Co-located with VA Vet Center London access point.
Address: 300 DAV Lane, London, KY 40741
Phone: (606) 877-1308
Facebook: Search “DAV London KY Chapter #66” for current events
State-level DAV coordination of claims, advocacy, and services for Kentucky disabled veterans.
Address: P.O. Box 129, Shepherdsville, KY 40165
Phone: Contact DAV National: 1-877-426-2838
Website: https://davwebsites.dav.org/ky/
Free VA claims assistance, benefits counseling, and transportation to VA appointments for disabled veterans.
Address: 3725 Alexandria Pike, Cold Spring, KY 41076
Phone: 1-877-426-2838 (1-877-I AM A VET)
Website: https://www.dav.org
Veterans of Foreign Wars local post serving London/Laurel County — claims, community programs, and fellowship.
Address: 3027 West Laurel Rd, London, KY
Phone: Contact VFW National: 1-816-756-3390
Website: https://www.vfw.org/find-a-post
The nation’s largest war veterans service organization. Free claims assistance, advocacy, and community support.
Address: 406 W 34th St, Kansas City, MO 64111
Phone: 1-816-756-3390
Website: https://www.vfw.org
Direct accredited contact for Laurel County veterans (serves Knox, Laurel, Whitley, Bell, Clay, Owsley).
Phone: (606) 344-1003
Email: Joseph.trinetto@ky.gov
Note: Free service — use this direct line in addition to the main KDVA number.
Free, accredited veterans benefits assistance — claims, eligibility consultation, and application help — at no charge.
Address: Travels to and serves Bell, Clay, Knox, Laurel, Owsley & Whitley Counties
Phone: Contact KDVA main at (502) 564-9203
Website: https://veterans.ky.gov/Benefits/Pages/Your-Benefits-Representative.aspx
Kentucky’s primary state agency for veteran benefits, claims assistance, cemeteries, long-term care, and special programs. All 120 KY counties covered by 23 federally accredited Benefits Representatives.
Address: 1111B Louisville Rd, Frankfort, KY 40601
Phone: (502) 564-9203 | Tuition Waiver: (502) 503-7911
Website: https://veterans.ky.gov
Primary federal agency for all veteran benefits: disability compensation, pension, education, housing loans, life insurance, burial, and more.
Address: 810 Vermont Ave NW, Washington, DC 20420
Phone: 1-800-827-1000 (Mon–Fri, 8AM–9PM ET)
Website: https://www.va.gov
Directory of VA-accredited attorneys and claims agents who can represent veterans in claims and appeals.
Phone: 1-800-827-1000
Apply online for disability compensation, GI Bill, home loans, life insurance, and other benefits.
Phone: 1-800-827-1000
Website: https://www.va.gov/disability/
Career counseling, training, and employment assistance for veterans with service-connected disabilities.
Phone: 1-800-827-1000
Website: https://www.va.gov/careers-employment/vocational-rehabilitation/
State veterans cemetery serving central Kentucky.
Address: 2501 N Dixie Blvd, Radcliff, KY 40160
Phone: (270) 351-5115
Website: https://veterans.ky.gov/cemeteries
State veterans cemetery serving northern Kentucky.
Address: 205 Eibeck Lane, Williamstown, KY 41097
Phone: (859) 823-0720
Website: https://veterans.ky.gov/cemeteries
State veterans cemetery serving northeastern Kentucky.
Address: 100 Veterans Memorial Dr, Grayson, KY 41143
Phone: (606) 929-5354
Website: https://veterans.ky.gov/cemeteries
Closest state veterans cemetery to London/Laurel County. Free burial for eligible veterans; $500 fee for spouses.
Address: 1280 Kentucky Highway 118, Hyden, KY 41749
Phone: (606) 672-2750
Website: https://veterans.ky.gov/cemeteries
State veterans cemetery serving western Kentucky.
Address: 5817 Fort Campbell Blvd, Hopkinsville, KY 42240
Phone: (270) 889-6106
Website: https://veterans.ky.gov/cemeteries
Schedule burial at a national cemetery. VA provides gravesite, opening/closing, grave liner, perpetual care, and headstone/marker at no cost to eligible veterans.
Phone: 1-800-535-1117
Website: https://www.cem.va.gov
VA may reimburse burial and funeral expenses for eligible veterans. Also covers Presidential Memorial Certificates.
Phone: 1-800-827-1000
Outpatient mental health and primary care for eastern Kentucky veterans.
Address: 160 Nautilus Dr, Hazard, KY 41701
Phone: Contact Lexington VA: (859) 233-4511
Website: https://www.va.gov/lexington-health-care/locations/hazard-va-clinic/
Full-spectrum mental health inpatient and outpatient services including PTSD, substance use residential treatment, and crisis stabilization.
Address: 1101 Veterans Dr, Lexington, KY 40502
Phone: (859) 233-4511
Website: https://www.va.gov/lexington-health-care/health-services/
Confidential readjustment counseling, PTSD, MST, bereavement, family counseling, and transition support. No VA health enrollment required for many services. Highly recommended local resource.
Address: 300 DAV Lane, London, KY 40741 (co-located with DAV Chapter #66)
Phone: (859) 253-0717 (call main number for London access point appointments)
Hours: By appointment only (typically Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM)
Provides outpatient mental health counseling, PTSD treatment, and substance use services closest to Laurel County.
Address: 300 Medpark Dr, Somerset, KY 42503
Phone: (606) 676-0786
Website: https://www.va.gov/lexington-health-care/locations/somerset-va-clinic/
VA’s leading resource for PTSD research, education, and treatment information. Includes self-help tools and mobile apps.
Phone: No direct phone; use VA main: 1-800-827-1000
Website: https://www.ptsd.va.gov
Veteran stories of recovery and mental health resources to reduce stigma and connect veterans with support.
Phone: 1-800-827-1000
Website: https://www.maketheconnection.net
VA provides mental health care including PTSD treatment, depression, anxiety, MST counseling, and substance use treatment. Same-day services available.
Phone: 1-877-222-8387 (Mon–Fri, 8AM–8PM ET)
Website: https://www.va.gov/health-care/health-needs-conditions/mental-health/
Free, confidential, 24/7 treatment referral service for mental health and substance use disorders.
Phone: 1-800-662-4357 (1-800-662-HELP) — 24/7, free, confidential
Confidential 24/7 crisis support for veterans and their loved ones. Many responders are veterans themselves. Also text 838255.
Phone: CALL or TEXT 988, then Press 1 | TTY: 711 | Chat: VeteransCrisisLine.net
Website: https://www.veteranscrisisline.net
Post-9/11 GI Bill benefits for children of service members who died in the line of duty on or after 9/11.
Phone: 1-888-442-4551
Website: https://www.va.gov/education/survivor-dependent-education-assistance/
Covers tuition, housing allowance (BAH), and books/supplies for eligible veterans. Can also be transferred to dependents.
Phone: 1-888-442-4551 (1-888-GIBILL1)
Website: https://www.va.gov/education/about-gi-bill-benefits/post-9-11/
Free tuition at any KY public 2-year, 4-year, or vo-tech school for spouses/children/stepchildren of qualifying Kentucky veterans.
Address: 1111B Louisville Rd, Frankfort, KY 40601
Phone: (502) 503-7911 | Email: kdva.tuitionwaiver@ky.gov
Website: https://veterans.ky.gov/Benefits/Pages/Education-for-Veterans-in-Kentucky.aspx
Pays in-state tuition for full or part-time study at KY public colleges for KY National Guard members while funds are available.
Phone: (502) 564-9203
Website: https://veterans.ky.gov
Monthly education benefit for active duty veterans who contributed to the program while serving.
Phone: 1-888-442-4551
Website: https://www.va.gov/education/about-gi-bill-benefits/montgomery-active-duty/
KCTCS system helps veterans apply for GI Bill, Kentucky Tuition Waiver, and other education benefits. VA certifying officials on staff.
Address: 164 University Dr, Middlesboro, KY 40965 (regional campus near London)
Phone: (606) 248-2112
Website: https://kctcs.edu/education-training/military-veterans/
Educational financial assistance for eligible dependents of veterans who are permanently disabled or died from service-connected conditions.
Phone: 1-888-442-4551
Website: https://www.va.gov/education/survivor-dependent-education-assistance/
Education, training, and employment services for veterans with service-connected disabilities of 10% or higher.
Phone: 1-800-827-1000
Website: https://www.va.gov/careers-employment/vocational-rehabilitation/
Federal job search, career assessment, resume help, and local American Job Center locations with priority of service for veterans.
Phone: 1-877-872-5627
Helps veterans qualify for federal job preferences, Schedule A appointments, and Veterans’ Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) rights.
Phone: Contact OPM: 1-202-606-1800
Website: https://www.fedshirevets.gov
Free employment assistance — resume writing, interview coaching, job placement — for transitioning military, veterans, and military spouses.
Phone: 1-844-634-1520
Website: https://www.hireheroesusa.org
Translates military experience into civilian career options with salary data, job listings, and required skills for 900+ careers.
Phone: Contact CareerOneStop: 1-877-872-5627
Website: https://www.mynextmove.org/vets/
Priority veteran employment services, job search, resume help, training, and career counseling at the local level.
Address: 100 University Drive, KCTCS London Campus, London, KY 40741
Phone: (606) 330-2115
Website: https://kcc.ky.gov/veterans/
Priority of service to veterans. Job search, resume help, training, career counseling, and connections to KY Veterans Employment Preference for state jobs.
Address: Offices statewide (nearest: London, KY area)
Phone: Statewide: 1-877-872-5627
Website: https://kcc.ky.gov/veterans/
150,000+ job opportunities and 44+ accelerated career pathways using military training and experience toward Kentucky civilian credentials.
Phone: (502) 564-9203
Website: https://kcc.ky.gov/veterans/
Tax-exempt monthly benefit for surviving spouses, children, and parents of veterans who died from service-connected causes.
Phone: 1-800-827-1000
Website: https://www.va.gov/disability/dependency-indemnity-compensation/
Veterans with 50%+ service-connected disability receive free 3-year combination hunting/fishing license. 100% disabled veterans pay no fees at state parks.
Phone: KY Dept. of Fish & Wildlife: 1-800-858-1549
Website: https://fw.ky.gov
Emergency small cash grants for utilities, rent, food, and shelter for honorably discharged KY veterans facing homelessness or financial hardship.
Phone: Email: kdvafinancialassist@ky.gov | (502) 564-9203
Website: https://veterans.ky.gov
Veterans may exclude up to $31,110 of military retirement pay from KY state income taxes. Active duty pay is fully exempt.
Phone: KY Dept. of Revenue: (502) 564-4581
Website: https://revenue.ky.gov
Deducts $49,100 from assessed home value for KY veterans with 100% permanent service-connected disability. Apply once — automatic renewal.
Address: Apply at your local Property Valuation Administrator (PVA) Office
Phone: Laurel County PVA: (606) 864-2889
Website: https://revenue.ky.gov/Property/Residential-Farm-Commercial-Property/Pages/Homestead-Exemption.aspx
Additional pension for veterans who need daily personal care assistance or are mostly housebound.
Phone: 1-800-827-1000
Website: https://www.va.gov/pension/aid-attendance-housebound/
Monthly tax-free payments for veterans with service-connected disabilities. Rating from 0–100% determines payment amount.
Phone: 1-800-827-1000
Website: https://www.va.gov/disability/
Multiple VA life insurance programs for veterans and service members.
Phone: 1-800-419-1473
Website: https://www.va.gov/life-insurance/
Monthly needs-based pension for wartime veterans with limited income and net worth who are disabled or age 65+.
Phone: 1-800-827-1000
Website: https://www.va.gov/pension/
All veterans should apply for VA health care enrollment, regardless of disability status or income.
Phone: 1-877-222-8387 | Apply online at VA.gov
Primary care services for eastern Kentucky veterans. As of May 2026, significantly upgraded to a modern ~30% larger facility with enhanced primary care, mental health, women’s health, physical therapy, and telehealth.
Address: 160 Nautilus Dr, Hazard, KY 41701 (confirm current address on VA.gov)
Phone: Contact Lexington VA: (859) 233-4511
Website: https://www.va.gov/lexington-health-care/locations/hazard-va-clinic/
Additional Lexington VA campus providing healthcare services to Kentucky veterans.
Address: 2250 Leestown Rd, Lexington, KY 40511
Phone: (859) 233-4511
Full-service VA Medical Center including inpatient, outpatient, specialty care, surgery, PTSD residential, substance use, and geriatric services.
Address: 1101 Veterans Dr, Lexington, KY 40502
Phone: (859) 233-4511
Primary care and mental health services. Approximately 45 miles from London, KY. Mon–Fri 8AM–4:30PM.
Address: 300 Medpark Dr, Somerset, KY 42503
Phone: (606) 676-0786
Website: https://www.va.gov/lexington-health-care/locations/somerset-va-clinic/
120-bed state veterans nursing home offering long-term care, rehabilitation, memory care, and social services. Closer option for many Laurel County veterans.
Address: 200 Veterans Drive, Hazard, KY 41701
Phone: (606) 435-6196
Website: https://veterans.ky.gov/Veterans-Centers/Eastern-Kentucky/Pages/default.aspx
State-operated skilled nursing facility for qualifying veterans. Services include long-term care, memory care, therapy, and social services. Nearest to London area.
Address: 100 Veterans Dr, Wilmore, KY 40390
Phone: (859) 858-2814
Support, education, and financial stipends for family members and friends who serve as caregivers for eligible veterans.
Phone: 1-855-260-3274
Website: https://www.caregiver.va.gov
When VA cannot provide care, eligible veterans may receive it from community providers at VA expense through the MISSION Act.
Phone: 1-866-606-8198
Website: https://www.va.gov/communitycare/
VA-covered treatment for alcohol, drugs, and prescription medication misuse.
Phone: 1-800-827-1000 | SAMHSA: 1-800-662-4357
Website: https://www.va.gov/health-care/health-needs-conditions/substance-use-problems/
Specialized healthcare and services for women veterans including MST counseling, reproductive health, mental health, and benefits assistance.
Phone: 1-855-829-6636
Website: https://www.va.gov/womenvet/
VA outreach and case management for homeless veterans connecting them to VA healthcare, mental health, and housing services.
Phone: 1-877-424-3838
Website: https://www.va.gov/homeless/hchv.asp
Combines HUD Housing Choice Vouchers with VA case management for homeless veterans seeking permanent housing.
Phone: 1-877-424-3838
Website: https://www.hud.gov/helping-americans/housing-choice-vouchers-homeless-veterans
Veterans Emerging Towards Transition — Housing Choice Vouchers for qualifying homeless veterans in 87 KY counties.
Address: 1231 Louisville Rd, Frankfort, KY 40601
Phone: (502) 564-7630 | 1-800-633-8896
Website: https://www.kyhousing.org/Programs/Pages/Veterans-Programs.aspx
SSVF program covering Laurel County — rental/utility deposits, eviction prevention, emergency rental assistance, and case management.
Address: Richmond, KY (serves 21 counties including Laurel)
Phone: (859) 408-7017
Website: https://foothillscap.org/programs/supportive-services-for-veteran-families/
24/7 hotline connecting homeless or at-risk veterans to emergency shelter, supportive housing, health care, and other resources.
Phone: 1-877-424-3838 (24/7)
Website: https://www.va.gov/homeless/
VA-backed home loans with no down payment required, no PMI, and competitive rates for eligible veterans.
Phone: 1-877-827-3702
Grants up to $109,986 (FY2024) for severely disabled veterans to build, buy, or modify a home for independent living.
Phone: 1-800-827-1000
Website: https://www.va.gov/housing-assistance/disability-housing-grants/
Rapid re-housing and homelessness prevention including temporary rental assistance, deposits, and utility help for very low-income veteran families.
Phone: 1-877-424-3838
Website: https://www.va.gov/homeless/ssvf/
SSVF services promoting housing stability for very low-income veteran families — rental assistance, utility help, case management.
Address: Lexington: 2473 Fortune Dr, Ste 110, Lexington, KY 40509
Phone: (859) 254-3469 | Louisville: (502) 384-0868
Website: https://www.voamid.org/locations/supportive-services-for-veterans-and-families-program-kentucky/
KY state office partnering with legal agencies to provide legal services to veterans across the Commonwealth.
Address: 1111B Louisville Rd, Frankfort, KY 40601
Phone: (502) 564-9203
Website: https://veterans.ky.gov
Free civil legal services for low-income individuals including veterans in eastern Kentucky.
Address: 301 E Main St, Lexington, KY 40507
Phone: (859) 278-3551 | 1-800-928-4556
Website: https://lablaw.org
Directory of VA-accredited attorneys and claims agents who can represent veterans in claims and appeals.
Phone: 1-800-827-1000
Emergency communication, financial assistance, counseling referrals, and support for active duty, veterans, and families.
Phone: 1-877-272-7337
Website: https://www.redcross.org/get-help/military-families.html
VSO serving veterans of all eras — claims representation, scholarships, legislative advocacy, and community programs.
Address: 4647 Forbes Blvd, Lanham, MD 20706
Phone: 1-877-726-8387
Website: https://www.amvets.org
Provides highly trained assistance dogs for veterans with disabilities at no cost.
Address: North Central Training Center serves Kentucky
Phone: 1-800-572-2275
Website: https://caninecompanions.org
Free transportation to and from VA medical appointments for disabled veterans through DAV’s volunteer driver program.
Phone: 1-877-426-2838
Free lodging for military and veteran families near VA hospitals while loved ones receive treatment.
Phone: 1-888-294-8560
Website: https://www.fisherhouse.org
Programs supporting severely wounded warriors, building smart homes for disabled veterans, and supporting first responders.
Phone: 1-310-893-0130
Website: https://www.garysinisefoundation.org
Advocacy and services for post-9/11 veterans including mental health, benefits navigation, and community connection.
Phone: 1-855-91-RAPID (1-855-917-2743)
Website: https://iava.org
Kentucky nonprofit providing outdoor healing activities (hunting, fishing, travel) to honor and support the emotional wellness of wounded veterans, first responders, and EMS.
Address: P.O. Box 43048, Louisville, KY 40253
Phone: Contact via website
Website: https://kentuckywoundedheroes.net
Represents combat-wounded veterans in VA claims and provides service programs.
Phone: 1-703-642-5360
Website: https://www.purpleheart.org
Connects veterans with volunteer service platoons, giving veterans a continued sense of purpose and community.
Phone: 1-314-588-8805
Website: https://missioncontinues.org
Crisis intervention, case management, and direct services for veterans in need via 24/7 toll-free helpline.
Phone: 1-888-777-4443 (Lifeline for Vets — 24/7)
Website: https://nvf.org
Financial assistance, transitional housing, and long-term stability programs for military families including emergency relief.
Phone: 1-210-659-7756
Website: https://www.operationhomefront.org
Benefits advocacy and resources specifically for veterans with spinal cord injury or disease.
Address: 801 18th St NW, Washington, DC 20006
Phone: 1-800-424-8200
Website: https://www.pva.org
Physical and social activity programs connecting veterans to community. Chapters across Kentucky.
Phone: 1-877-809-7922
Website: https://www.teamrwb.org
State-level VFW coordination providing advocacy, claims help, community programs, and emergency grants.
Phone: 1-816-756-3390 (National)
Website: https://www.vfw.org
Programs supporting post-9/11 injured veterans: mental health, career counseling, peer support, physical wellness, and family support.
Address: National HQ: 4899 Belfort Rd, Ste 300, Jacksonville, FL 32256
Phone: 1-888-997-2586 (WWP Resource Center)
(Already listed above in Section 1 — duplicate for reference)
Active local chapter serving Vietnam-era and all-era veterans with advocacy, camaraderie, and community programs.
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1168, London, KY 40743
Phone: (606) 862-9440
Email: pjtuta@aol.com
National treatment referral, information, and support services for veterans struggling with substance use and mental health issues.
Phone: 1-800-662-4357 (24/7)
Website: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-support/how-to-cope/veterans
VA provides residential, intensive outpatient, and outpatient SUD treatment for alcohol, opioids, and other substances.
Phone: 1-800-827-1000
Website: https://www.va.gov/health-care/health-needs-conditions/substance-use-problems/
DAV coordinates volunteer drivers to provide free transportation for veterans who have no other way to get to their VA medical appointments.
Phone: 1-877-426-2838
Kentucky state program providing transportation assistance for veterans to reach medical and behavioral health appointments.
Phone: (502) 564-9203
Website: https://veterans.ky.gov
VA reimburses eligible veterans for travel costs to VA appointments.
Phone: Contact Somerset VA: (606) 676-0786 or Lexington VA: (859) 233-4511
Website: https://www.va.gov/health-care/get-reimbursed-for-travel-pay/
Request copies of military discharge papers (DD-214) and other service records essential for benefits applications.
Address: National Personnel Records Center, 1 Archives Dr, St. Louis, MO 63138
Phone: 1-314-801-0800
Website: https://www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records
Veterans can have ‘VETERAN’ designation added to their KY driver’s license or ID card as proof of service.
Address: Apply at any KY Circuit Court Clerk / DMV Office
Phone: KY Transportation Cabinet: (502) 564-1257
Website: https://transportation.ky.gov
Official VA-issued photo ID for veterans with honorable discharge. Free and accepted as proof of service at many businesses for discounts.
Phone: 1-800-827-1000
Website: https://www.va.gov/records/get-veteran-id-cards/vic/
Kentucky state programs and outreach specifically addressing the unique needs of women veterans.
Address: 1111B Louisville Rd, Frankfort, KY 40601
Phone: (502) 564-9203
Website: https://veterans.ky.gov
Free counseling for any veteran who experienced military sexual trauma — regardless of when it occurred or whether reported.
Phone: 1-800-827-1000
Website: https://www.va.gov/health-care/health-needs-conditions/military-sexual-trauma/
Dedicated line for women veterans to ask questions about VA benefits, health care, Military Sexual Trauma (MST), and services.
Phone: 1-855-829-6636 (Mon–Fri, 8AM–10PM | Sat 8AM–6:30PM ET)
Website: https://www.va.gov/womenvet/
Community action programs in the eastern Kentucky region connecting low-income residents and veterans to utility assistance, food, and housing resources.
Address: Eastern KY region
Phone: (606) 886-2374
Website: Contact regional CAP agencies
Total Resources: 85+ (Original + All New Additions)
Last Updated: May 29, 2026
County government resource for local programs, emergency assistance referrals, and community services for Laurel County residents including veterans.
Address: 203 S Main St, London, KY 40741
Phone: (606) 864-5158
Website: https://www.laurelcounty.org
Free internet access, printing, and public resources for veterans seeking online benefits applications, research, or community connections.
Address: 116 E 4th St, London, KY 40741
Phone: (606) 864-5759
Website: https://laurellibrary.org
Local 211 helpline connecting Laurel County residents including veterans with health, human services, housing, food, and financial assistance.
Address: London, KY area
Phone: Dial 2-1-1
Website: https://uwbg211.org