Veterans Day is a federal holiday observed annually on November 11 to pay tribute to military veterans who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. It is a day of celebration to honor America's veterans for their patriotism, love of country, and willingness to serve and sacrifice for the common good. Join the City of Issaquah for a Veterans Day ceremony by raising of the colors in front of City Hall on Nov. 11, 11-11:30 am.
To learn more about the history of Veterans Day, visit here and to find services through Veterans Affair visit https://www.va.gov/.
Resources for Veterans
Helplines
1 (877) 904-8387 or 206-454-2799 King County hotline to connect veterans to federal and local programs
1 (877) 424-3838 veterans affair 24/7 hotline for homeless or at-risk veterans
1 (800) 273-8255 or text 838255 veteran's crisis line
1 (888) 823-7458 a confidential line for families and friends seeking service for a loved one
Shelters and Housing Assistance
Veteran’s Transitional Housing Program
Michael’s Place is a male only transitional housing program for veterans
HUD-VASH Support Services receive housing assistance through public agencies
YWCA Veteran’s Supportive Services for low-income veterans support towards housing stability
Financial Assistance and Employment Assistance
Veterans Rapid Retraining Assistance Program 12 months of tuition and housing allowance
Veterans of Foreign War funds up to $1500 grant for basic life needs
Counseling and Psychiatric Care
Seattle Vet Center offers individual and group counseling for veterans
Therapeutic Health Services Eastside Branch (425) 747-7892 or 1 (833) 278-HELP
Seattle VA Medical Center Mental Health Clinic: (206) 764-2007
Benefit and Claims Assistance
Call VFW Post 3436 (425) 837-9478 for assistance with applying for VA claims and benefits
Call VA Benefits Counselors 1 (800) 827-1000 for benefit application assistance
Events on Veterans Day
Museum of Flight Veterans Day Celebration November 11 free admission for veterans and active duty
Other Veterans Day Discounts and Deals: Applebee’s, Backwoods Brewing Co., Brown Bear Car Wash, Buffalo Wild Wings, Chili’s, Denny's, Dick's Drive In, IHOP, IKEA, Ivar's, Little Cesar’s, Olive Garden, Pagliacci Pizza, Point Defiance Zoo, Washington State Parks, Woodland Park Zoo