Looking for military resources in Florida? This page brings together helpful programs and organizations for active-duty service members, veterans and military families. Resources include benefits, employment, education, healthcare, transition support and other services available in Northwest Florida and across the state.
Military Resources Florida for Veterans & Families
Military One Source
Support for Military Personnel and Their Families
Panhandle Warrior Partnership
The Panhandle Warrior Partnership™ (PWP) is committed to improving veterans’ quality of life in Northwest Florida through the coordination of local services and opportunities; from housing and employment to enrollment in VA benefits, healthcare, recreation, and more.
Florida Department of Veteran’s Affairs
With 1.5 million veterans, Florida is the most veteran-friendly state in the nation. The Florida Department of Veterans’ Affairs is the premier point of entry for Florida veterans to access earned services, benefits and support. Thank you for your service. We honor you.
Veterans Florida
Veterans Florida is a state-created non-profit dedicated to helping military veterans successfully transition to civilian life and career paths in the Sunshine State. The organization empowers veterans by providing tailored job placement services, resume and interview preparation, and comprehensive entrepreneurship training to help them launch and grow their own businesses.
Military & Veterans Resource Center of UWF
Recognized as a Gold-level University in the large public school category from Military Friendly® Schools, the University of West Florida is dedicated to supporting our military and veteran students. The UWF Military & Veterans Resource Center (MVRC) serves as the leading campus advocate for military, dependents, and veteran students, working to ensure the needs of these individuals are met through coordination with multiple university offices and services.
Gulf Coast State College Military/Veteran Resource Center
The Military/Veteran Resource Center is a place for veterans, military and those using the GI Bill to study, eat your lunch or just relax. The room was designed to help veterans transition into college life, connect with other veteran students and to support academic success at Gulf Coast State College.
The Veterans Advocacy & Benefits Association
The Veterans Advocacy and Benefits Association is a member-driven organization that connects military veterans, families, and supporters with earned benefits, services, and recognition.
Make the Connection
U.S Department of Veteran Affairs Resources. Support for Living Well.
SAMHSA Behavioral Health Treatment Services
SAMHSA Behavioral Health Treatment Services provides a confidential and anonymous source of information for persons seeking treatment facilities in the United States or U.S. Territories for substance use/addiction and/or mental health problems.
National Resource Directory
National Resource Directory connects wounded, ill & injured Service members, Veterans, their families, and caregivers with those who support them.
Florida Resources for Military Travelers and Veterans
Florida offers abundant resource for military families and veterans-including discounted places to stay, recreation opportunities, even nursing homes. Here’s where to discover organizations, laws and benefits that honor and serve the military and veterans.
Lung Cancer Group
Helping Lung Cancer Victims Find Justice
Each year, thousands are diagnosed with avoidable asbestos-related lung cancer. Many companies knew asbestos was harmful and did nothing. Lung Cancer Group helps lung cancer patients and families find justice and financial aid.
Non-Profit Home Building Programs
- Homes For Our Troops: Builds specially adapted, mortgage-free custom homes nationwide for severely injured post-9/11 veterans.
- Building Homes for Heroes: Constructs, modifies, and gifts mortgage-free homes to severely injured or disabled veterans and Gold Star families.
- Operation Homefront: Offers a Permanent Homes for Veterans program that provides mortgage-free housing and financial counseling to honorably discharged veterans and military families.
- Habitat for Humanity: Runs local “Veterans Build” initiatives and repair projects to partner with military families on affordable housing.
Planning a move to the Emerald Coast? Visit my Military Relocation page for information about PCS moves, nearby bases and housing options in Navarre and surrounding communities.
