Veteran Peer Access Network – Los Angeles County Department of Military and Veterans Affairs

The first-ever community-driven support network serving veterans and their families in the U.S., Veteran Peer Access Network (VPAN) connects county departments, non-profits, the VA and L.A. City Programs.

Led by veterans for veterans, VPAN helps you navigate often complicated systems so that you receive the services you deserve. VPAN prioritizes hiring veterans and their family members as “battle buddies” to connect their brothers and sisters in need with resources that will help.

Resources available include:

Mental Health – Treatment for trauma from combat exposure, military sexual trauma,
relationship and intimacy issues
Substance Misuse Support – Treatment for substance use disorders, including misuse of
alcohol, prescription medication and other drugs
Housing – Help locating temporary and permanent housing for veterans and their families
Workforce Development and Employment – Help with developing interview skills,
resume creation, job coaching, plus volunteer and job opportunities
Healthcare – Enrollment into VA healthcare, transportation to appointments, ensuring
access to prescription medications
Education – Support with school enrollment, vocational training, tuition assistance
Miscellaneous – Food, childcare, transportation, financial assistance and more
Legal Services – Help with eviction prevention, discharge upgrade, applying for VA
benefits, etc.
Social Connection/Recreation – Opportunities to connect with other veterans in a
variety of settings

Download the
2022 VPAN Annual Report.

Download the
2023 VPAN Annual Report.