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40 Patriots Point Rd.
Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464
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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.

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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.

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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.

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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

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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.

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