Veterans Resources
Veterans Resources at Patriots Point
At Patriots Point, we are proud to honor and support the veterans who have served our country. Our mission goes beyond preserving history – we are committed to providing resources and fostering connections that empower veterans to thrive. Through these efforts, we aim to create lasting opportunities for veterans to find support, connect with local chapters of veterans' services, and continue their service to the community.
Veteran Services and Benefits
South Carolina Department of Veterans Affairs
The South Carolina Department of Veterans Affairs provides veterans with access to crucial benefits, including health services, housing assistance, education benefits, and more. This department works tirelessly to ensure veterans in the state receive the care and support they deserve.
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Charleston County Department of Veterans Affairs
Charleston County Veterans Affairs is the local arm of veteran services for the Charleston area. They offer resources such as assistance with VA claims, healthcare services, and information on various community programs available to veterans. Their goal is to provide a seamless connection to the right resources for veterans in the area.
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Healthcare and Wellness Support
Ralph H. Johnson VA Health Care System
The Ralph H. Johnson VA Health Care System in Charleston offers a comprehensive range of services, from routine check-ups to specialized treatments. Veterans can access world-class care through this system, which is dedicated to providing top-tier healthcare to those who served.
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Big Red Barn Retreat
The Big Red Barn Retreat provides Post-Traumatic Growth-based training and services for veterans, active-duty military members, National Guard and Reserve soldiers, first responders, and their families.
Visit the Big Red Barn Retreat
Warrior Surf Foundation
The Warrior Surf Foundation, founded in 2015 by combat veterans and surfers in Folly Beach, South Carolina, offers free surf therapy, yoga, and wellness programs to veterans, active-duty service members, and their families. Their 12-week program combines experiential learning with psychological support to help participants build resilience, enhance mindfulness, and foster a strong sense of community.
Assistance and Family Support
Lowcountry Veterans
Lowcountry Veterans is a network that brings together veterans from across the Charleston area. It provides information on local services, social gatherings, and ways for veterans to stay connected to each other. This is an essential hub for veterans to find the support they need and participate in local events.
Operation Homefront
Operation Homefront is dedicated to building strong, stable, and secure military families so they can thrive—not simply struggle to get by—in the communities they have worked so hard to protect. They provide financial assistance, housing support, and recurring family programs to help military families
Entrepreneurship and Business Support
SC Veterans Business Outreach Center
The SC VBOC focuses on three main areas: 1) delivering the Small Business Administration’s Boots-2-Business (B2B) program, 2) offering business consultations to our clients, and 3) connecting clients with our SBA Resource Partners. The B2B program provides essential entrepreneurship training to transitioning military members, their families, and National Guardsmen interested in starting or growing a business.