Veterans Services & Resources
Honoring Those Who Served
Fayetteville and Cumberland County are proud to serve more than 60,000 veterans who call our community home. As the "World's First Sanctuary for Soldiers" and home to Fort Liberty, we offer comprehensive support for veterans through VA healthcare, benefits assistance, education, employment services, and a community that deeply honors military service.
Whether you're a recent veteran transitioning from active duty or a long-time resident, Fayetteville provides the resources and support you've earned. Explore our military-friendly community and discover businesses offering military discounts.
Cumberland County Veterans Services Office
The Cumberland County Veterans Services Department provides free assistance to veterans, their spouses, and dependents. With more than 60,000 veterans in Cumberland County, our local Veterans Service Office offers expert guidance to help you access the benefits you've earned.
Location & Contact
Address: 301 E Russell Street, Fayetteville, NC 28301
Services: Free assistance with VA benefits, claims, and appeals
Who We Serve: Veterans, spouses, and dependents
Services Provided
- • VA Claims Assistance: Help submitting claims to the Department of Veterans Affairs for disability compensation, pensions, and benefits
- • Decision Review: Reviewing VA decisions for fairness and accuracy
- • Appeals Writing: Professional assistance writing appeals for disputed VA decisions
- • Claims Tracking: Monitor the status of your VA claims and provide updates
- • Benefits Counseling: Expert advice on federal, state, and local veteran programs
- • Dependent Benefits: Assistance for spouses, children, and surviving family members
North Carolina State Veterans Service Center
The state-operated Fayetteville Veterans Service Center (VSC) provides additional support with access to current federal, state, and local veterans programs. All services are provided free of charge to eligible North Carolina veterans.
Location & Contact
Address: 225 Green Street, Suite 903, Fayetteville, NC 28301
Phone: (919) 664-1130
Cost: All services provided free of charge
Available Assistance
- • Federal veterans benefits information and claims assistance
- • North Carolina state veterans programs and benefits
- • Local veterans programs and community resources
- • Benefit eligibility determination
- • Application preparation and submission
VA Healthcare Services
The VA Fayetteville Coastal Healthcare System provides comprehensive medical care for veterans in Cumberland County and the surrounding region. From primary care to specialized treatment, the VA offers high-quality healthcare services tailored to veterans' unique needs.
Cumberland County VA Clinic
Full-service community-based outpatient clinic (CBOC) providing primary care, mental health services, and specialty care closer to home for veterans in the Fayetteville area.
Services Available
- • Primary Care
- • Mental Health Services
- • Pharmacy Services
- • Laboratory Services
- • Audiology
- • Cardiology
- • Physical Therapy
- • Nutrition Services
Fayetteville Vet Center
The Fayetteville Vet Center provides free, confidential counseling for veterans, service members, and their families. Vet Centers focus on readjustment counseling and outreach services to combat veterans and their families.
Counseling Services
- • PTSD Counseling: Individual and group therapy for post-traumatic stress
- • Depression & Anxiety: Mental health support for mood disorders
- • Military Sexual Trauma (MST): Specialized counseling for MST survivors
- • Readjustment Counseling: Help transitioning to civilian life
- • Marriage & Family Counseling: Relationship support for veterans and families
- • Bereavement Counseling: Support for families who lost a service member
- • Referral Services: Connections to additional VA and community resources
Additional VA Medical Services
- • Womack Army Medical Center: Active duty and eligible beneficiaries can access care at this Fort Liberty facility
- • Telehealth Services: Virtual healthcare appointments for greater convenience
- • Home-Based Primary Care: In-home medical care for eligible veterans
- • Caregiver Support: Programs and resources for family caregivers
- • Women Veterans Healthcare: Gender-specific comprehensive care
Education Benefits & Programs
Fayetteville offers exceptional educational opportunities for veterans using GI Bill benefits and other VA education programs. Our local institutions are military-friendly and experienced in serving veteran students.
Fayetteville State University (FSU)
One of North Carolina's oldest public historically Black universities, FSU offers flexible programs designed for military and veteran students. The university provides dedicated veteran support services and accepts all VA education benefits.
- • Post-9/11 GI Bill accepted
- • Yellow Ribbon Program participant
- • Dedicated Veterans Affairs Office
- • Flexible class schedules for working veterans
- • Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctoral programs
Methodist University
Private university with strong military and veteran support services. Methodist offers accelerated programs ideal for veterans seeking to complete degrees quickly while using education benefits.
- • All VA education benefits accepted
- • Military and veteran resource center
- • Accelerated degree programs
- • Adult degree completion programs
- • Credit for military training and experience
Fayetteville Technical Community College (FTCC)
Serving over 40,000 students annually, FTCC is North Carolina's 3rd-largest community college and a top choice for veterans seeking technical training, certifications, or associate degrees. All VA education benefits are accepted.
- • 300+ degree and certificate programs
- • GI Bill and VA education benefits accepted
- • Dedicated Veterans Services Office
- • Affordable tuition with veteran discounts
- • Technical training and workforce certifications
- • Transfer pathways to 4-year universities
GI Bill Benefits Available
- • Post-9/11 GI Bill
- • Montgomery GI Bill (Active Duty & Selected Reserve)
- • Vocational Rehabilitation & Employment (VR&E)
- • Survivors' and Dependents' Educational Assistance
- • Yellow Ribbon Program
- • Tutorial Assistance
Employment Services & Career Support
Transitioning from military to civilian employment requires specialized support. Fayetteville offers comprehensive employment services designed specifically for veterans, helping you translate military skills into civilian career success.
Available Employment Services
- • Veterans Employment Center: Dedicated job placement services and career counseling for veterans
- • Skills Translation: Expert help converting military occupational specialties (MOS) and experience into civilian job qualifications
- • Resume Writing Assistance: Professional resume and cover letter preparation tailored to civilian employers
- • Interview Preparation: Mock interviews and coaching to prepare for civilian job interviews
- • Job Fairs: Regular veteran-focused hiring events with military-friendly employers
- • Networking Opportunities: Connections to veteran business owners and professional organizations
- • Federal Employment Preference: Assistance with USAJOBS and veterans' preference for government positions
Entrepreneurship & Small Business Support
Fayetteville supports veteran-owned businesses with resources, training, and contracting opportunities. Explore our local business directory to discover veteran-owned companies in the area.
- • SBA Veteran Programs: Small Business Administration veteran entrepreneurship training
- • Business Plan Development: Free assistance creating business plans
- • Financing Options: Information on SBA loans and veteran business grants
- • Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Certification: Help obtaining federal contracting certifications
- • Boots to Business: Entrepreneurship training program for transitioning service members
- • SCORE Mentoring: Free business mentoring from experienced entrepreneurs
Housing & Financial Assistance
Veterans Service Organizations
Cumberland County is home to active chapters of major veterans service organizations (VSOs) that provide camaraderie, advocacy, and support for veterans and their families.
Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW)
Multiple posts in Cumberland County. Social events, veteran advocacy, community service, and benefits assistance.
American Legion
Active posts throughout the county. Veterans advocacy, community programs, and support services.
Disabled American Veterans (DAV)
Provides free professional assistance with VA claims and representation for disabled veterans.
Military Order of the Purple Heart
Support and advocacy for combat-wounded veterans and their families.
Additional Veteran Resources
Fayetteville and Cumberland County offer extensive resources beyond federal VA services to support veterans in all aspects of life. Discover military-friendly businesses offering discounts, explore downtown Fayetteville, or browse our complete business directory.
Community Resources
Support Services
- • Transportation to VA medical appointments
- • Legal assistance for veterans
- • Financial counseling and debt management
- • Emergency financial assistance
- • Peer support groups and counseling
- • Homeless veteran services and housing