Columbia County Resource Guide

VA Benefits Administration

Veterans benefits help Veterans and their families file income claims that help buy homes, earn degrees, start careers, stay healthy, and more.

(800) 698-2411 USVA Admin Line

https://benefits.va.gov/benefits/

VA Caregiver Support Services

VA Caregiver Support Services offers the Program of General Caregiver Support Services (PGCSS) that provides education, resources, and support to caregivers of Veterans who do not need to have a service-connected condition.

(855) 260-3274 Client Services

http://www.caregiver.va.gov/Care_Caregivers.asp

VA Claims and Separation Benefits Assistance – VFW

VFW – VA Claims and Separation Benefits Assistance offers nationwide services, providing assistance in filing for disability, rehabilitation, education, pension benefits, and notices of disagreement.

(503) 255-5808 Main

http://www.vfwor.org/di/vfw/v2/default.asp?pid=14164

VA Home Loans

VA Home Loans offers eligible Veterans and their survivors home loan guaranty benefits and housing-related programs.

(877) 827-3702

http://www.benefits.va.gov

Vernonia Cares -Food Pantry

Vernonia Cares Food Pantry provides food boxes through Columbia Pacific Food Bank. The service is available to everyone with no age restriction and is located in Columbia.

(503) 429-1414 Main

http://www.cpfoodbank.org/pantry/vernonia-cares

Vernonia Library

(503) 429-1818 Main Line

http://www.www.vernonia-or.gov

Vernonia Medical Clinic

Vernonia Medical Clinic offers primary and urgent care services to patients of all ages, located in Vernonia, Oregon, operating Monday through Friday.

(503) 429-1953

(503) 429-1956 Fax

http://www.adventisthealth.org/locations/medical-office-vernonia

Vernonia Medical Office

Adventist Health – Vernonia Medical Office provides medical services to the Vernonia community, offering primary care, behavioral health, lab, and radiology services.

Vernonia Police Department

The Vernonia Police Department provides law enforcement services to the city of Vernonia, Oregon. They work with the community to maintain a safe and secure environment 24/7.

(503) 429-7335 Non-Emergency Office Line

(800) 696-7795 Toll-free Dispatch

Emergency 911

http://www.vernonia-or.gov

Vernonia Rural Fire Protection Dist.

Vernonia Rural Fire Protection District provides fire protection and emergency medical services to the Vernonia community and surrounding areas 24/7.

(503) 429-8252 Main Line

https://www.vernoniarfpd.us/about

Vernonia School District 47

Vernonia School District 47 provides K-12 education services to students in Vernonia, Oregon, with a focus on academic excellence and community involvement.

(503) 429-1333

http://www.vernonia.k12.or.us

Vernonia Senior Center

County residents. Services available Monday through Friday

(503) 429-3327 Main

http://www.vernoniaseniorcenter.org

VETcare Veterans Home and Resource Center

VETcare Veterans Home and Resource Center provides transitional housing, life skills and substance abuse recovery training, reintegration programs, employment, intensive and housing case management, and suicide prevention services to veterans aged 18 and above. Available on weekdays from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, and catering statewide.

(503) 364-1728 Main

http://www.westcare.com/page/where-we-serve_OR_01d

Veteran Affairs Health Care System

The Veteran Affairs Health Care System is a comprehensive health care system that offers a wide range of services including mental health, surgical, medical specialties and rehabilitation care. With no age restriction, the system is available nationwide and offers urgent and primary care services as well.

(503) 220-8262 Main

(800) 949-1004 Toll Free

http://www.va.gov/health-care/about-va-health-benefits/where-you-go-for-care/ http://www.portland.va.gov/patients/eligibility.asp

Veteran Burial and Memorial Benefits

VA National Cemetery Administration offers burial and memorial benefits, gravesite locators, and funeral services to veterans and their families.

(800) 698-2411 Admin Line

(800) 273-8255 Crisis Line

http://www.cem.va.gov/

Veteran Careers and Employment Assisstance

Veterans Careers and Employment offers nationwide services to veterans and their families including educational and career counseling, information about Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment programs, support for veteran-owned businesses, and assistance for dependent family members of veterans.

(800) 827-1000 Toll Free

(844) 698-2411 Helpline

(000) 000-0711 TTY/TDD

http://www.facebook.com/VeteransBenefits http://www.vets.gov/employment/

Veteran ID Card

The Veteran ID Card service, provided by the VA, offers eligible veterans a physical ID card that verifies their military service. This service is available online and can be used to confirm eligibility for certain benefits and discounts.

Veteran Network

Reveille Foundation is an online search tool that provides free services for transitioning military, guard, reservists, veterans, spouses, and families across the state. Users can easily search for essential services like housing, food, transit, healthcare, work, and education.

(623) 207-7420 Information Line

http://www.vetnet.org https://reveillefoundation.org/