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Vet Info - Precious Leaks-Gutierrez
Vet Info CO-Founder / Volunteer / TVAREF - Senior Budget Analyst
404-219-6047
pl@vetinfo.org
https://www.vetinfo.org
Precious.Leaks-Gutierrez1@va.gov
https://www.tampavaref.org/
813-780-2623 Ext. 101
pleaks-gutierrez@tampavaref.org
Vet Info Co-Founder October 2020 / Volunteer
ABOUT TVAREF
Since our creation, the TVAREF
Tampa - Precious Leaks-Gutierrez
TVAREF - Director
404-219-6047
pl@vetinfo.org
https://www.vetinfo.org
Precious.Leaks-Gutierrez1@va.gov
https://www.tampavaref.org/
813-780-2623 Ext. 101
pleaks-gutierrez@tampavaref.org
Vet Info Co-Founder October 2020 / Volunteer
ABOUT TVAREF
Since our creation, the TVAREF
Call 988 Opt. 1
Crisis Line Option 1 for Veterans
988 Opt. 1
Vet Info - Precious Leaks-Gutierrez
Vet Info CO-Founder / Volunteer / TVAREF - Senior Budget Analyst
404-219-6047
pl@vetinfo.org
https://www.vetinfo.org
Precious.Leaks-Gutierrez1@va.gov
https://www.tampavaref.org/
813-780-2623 Ext. 101
pleaks-gutierrez@tampavaref.org
Vet Info Co-Founder October 2020 / Volunteer
ABOUT TVAREF
Since our creation, the TVAREF
Miami - Divine Paws - Thresa McGowan
Divine Paws Foundation, Inc.
(305) 680-4835
info@divinepawsfoundation.org
More Information about Divine Paws
Living Works - Alan Mednick
Suicide Prevention Manager, SE USA
781-8798414
alan.mednick@livingworks.net
http://www.livingworks.net
Suicide Prevention Training
Pastor Emilio Chaviano
Police Chaplin
305-471-2059
eachaviano@msn.com
300 N.Royal Poinciana Blvd., Miami Springs, FL 33166
police Station
9105 NW 25th Street, Room 3089
Doral, FL 33172
Works with those in
Texas / Houston - Drew Helmer
Doctor - Deputy Director of the Center for Innovations
drew.helmer@va.gov
https://vetinfo.org/houston-tx-desert-storm-veteran-research
Quality, Effectiveness and Safety (IQuESt)
100%
Toxic Exposures
100%
Depression and Suicidal Ideation
100%
Dr. Helmer is the Deputy Director of the Center for Innovations in
Religion - Rev. Guillermo Cortes
Reverend
305-282-3850
285 NW 46th Ave.
Miami, FL 33126 ( U.S.A.)
Tampa - Precious Leaks-Gutierrez
TVAREF - Director
404-219-6047
pl@vetinfo.org
https://www.vetinfo.org
Precious.Leaks-Gutierrez1@va.gov
https://www.tampavaref.org/
813-780-2623 Ext. 101
pleaks-gutierrez@tampavaref.org
Vet Info Co-Founder October 2020 / Volunteer
ABOUT TVAREF
Since our creation, the TVAREF
Vet Info - Precious Leaks-Gutierrez
Vet Info CO-Founder / Volunteer / TVAREF - Senior Budget Analyst
404-219-6047
pl@vetinfo.org
https://www.vetinfo.org
Precious.Leaks-Gutierrez1@va.gov
https://www.tampavaref.org/
813-780-2623 Ext. 101
pleaks-gutierrez@tampavaref.org
Vet Info Co-Founder October 2020 / Volunteer
ABOUT TVAREF
Since our creation, the TVAREF
Vet's Place - Thomas Coles-Reyes
Founder / CEO
thomas.coles-reyes@vetsplace.org
954-281-2766
Vet's Place - Sabrina Sweet
Head of Outreach Committee
info@vetsplace.org
561-206-0599
FDVA - Miami VA - Laurel Mclaughen
Veterans' Claims Examiner
305-325-3325
mclaughenl@fdva.state.fl.us
Southern Command Garrison - Evelyn Garcia
Marketing Specialist - Morale, Welfare and Recreation
305-437-1421
Evelyn.garcia34.naf@mail.mil
http://www.miami.armymwr.com
Miami Dade Military Museum - Anthony Atwood, Ph.D.
Executive Director / F.I.U. Resident Military Historian
305-570-2284
anthony.atwood@miamimilitarymuseum.org
http://www.miamimilitarymuseum.org
aatwoood@fiu.edu
http://gordoninsititute.fiu.edu
Florida International University - Marquay Smith
VetSuccess On-Campus Counselor
marquay.smith@va.gov
305-348-2838
Resources
FIU Office of Veteran and Military Affairs
11200 SW 8th Street, TWR 100
Miami,
Florida International University - Amanda Rodriguez
Success Coach
amanrodr@fiu.edu
305-348-5192
The Office of Veteran and Military Affairs (VMA) is committed to delivering
Florida International University - Cheryl Donalson
Success Coach
cdonalso@fiu.edu
305-348-2838
The Office of Veteran and Military Affairs (VMA) is committed to delivering
Miami Dade County County Resources
Veteran Service Program
305-756-2830
https://www.miamidade.gov/global/service.page?Mduid_service=ser1541189005378737
Hospitalization
Burial
Compensation
Pension
Dependence and Indemnity Compensation
Education
VA Home Loan
Broward County Resources
Veteran Service Program
954-357-6622
veterans@broward.org
https://www.https://www.countyoffice.org/broward-county-veterans-service-fort-lauderdale-fl-a57/#:~:text=BrowardCountyVeteransServicesisacomprehensivesupport,helpingveteransaccessfederalstateandlocalbenefits.
Appeals
Aid & Attendance and Housebound
Burial
Individual Unemplyability (IU)
Disability Compensation
Veterans Pension
Survivors Pension
Dependence and Indemnity
Miami VA - Caregiver Support
Caregiver Support Program
305-575-7137
miamicaregiversupport@va.gov
https://www.va.gov/family-and-caregiver-benefits/health-and-disability/comprehensive-assistance-for-family-caregivers/
https://www.va.gov/miami-health-care/
What are personal care services?
These are services the eligible Veteran needs
Monika Hadvigerova
MRD - Founder and Managing Director
rafael@mrdfl.org
754-217-9666
http://www.mrdfl.org
Miami Beach Florida
MISSION: “To help and heal veterans, one dive at a time”
VISION: “To expose
Pastor Emilio Chaviano
Police Chaplin
305-471-2059
eachaviano@msn.com
300 N.Royal Poinciana Blvd., Miami Springs, FL 33166
police Station
9105 NW 25th Street, Room 3089
Doral, FL 33172
Works with those in
Miami - Divine Paws - Thresa McGowan
Divine Paws Foundation, Inc.
(305) 680-4835
info@divinepawsfoundation.org
More Information about Divine Paws
City of Sweetwater - Stephanie Butka
Director of Community Affairs and Special Projects
305-221-0411 ext. 1203
sbutka@cityofsweetwaterfl.gov
Congressman Diaz-Balart
Member of Congress - FL District 26
Doral Office
305-470-8555
Naples Office
239-348-1620
Washington DC Office
202-225-4211
Contact
https://mariodiazbalart.house.gov/contact-mario
Honor Flight South Florida - John S. Bridgman
Committee Chair
laudvette@gmail.com
954-646-3300
Access Vet Benefits - Major Michael Jones (Ret.)
Executive Director
majorjones@accessvetbenefits.com
954-757-1250
Website
http://www.accessvetbenefits.com
Miami Vet Center - Israel Montanez
Veteran Outreach Program Specialist
305-718-3712
israel.montanez@va.gov
https://www.va.gov/miami-health-care/
WWP - Ofelia Lucas
Outreach Specialist
877.team.wwp
904-524-1314
olucas@woundedwarriorproject.org
CVAF - Edrys Leyva
Grass Roots Engagement Director
eleyva@cv4a.org
561-569-7102
Bob Woodruff Foundation - Emilee Gates
Developmenet Manager
917-565-5136
786-228-1341
Miami Dade Military Museum - Juan Duenas
Outreach Specialist
305-964-3783
jduenas@miamimilitarymuseum.org
Univ. of Miami - Jon Baldessari
Director, Veteran Resource Center
305-284-8727
jon.baldessari@miami.edu
Univ. of Miami - Marisa Ewing
Graduate Assistant / Veteran Resource Center
305-284-8727
marisa.n.ewing@law.miami.edu
Miami Dade College - Samara Alcocer
VA Clerk
305-237-4968
Hialeah Campus
305-237-8631
salcocer@mdc.edu
Southern Command Garrison - Nicole Trolio
Director Family Morale, Welfare and Recreation
305-437-2720
nicole.a.trolio.naf@mail.mil
Southern Command Garrison - Pam Phillips
Financial Coundselor / Army Emergency Relief Officer
305-437-2653
Pamela.m.phillips.civ@mail.mil
Marine Corp. League - Miami Michael Raigoso
Commandant
786-377-4045
commandant@mclmiami.org
Marine Corp. Reserve Miami - GySgt. Louis Slagle
USMC Ret., Toys for Tots Coordinator and Young Marines
305-401-0149
jlcgunny@hotmail.com
Religion - Rev. Guillermo Cortes
Reverend
305-282-3850
285 NW 46th Ave.
Miami, FL 33126 ( U.S.A.)
Tampa - Precious Leaks-Gutierrez
TVAREF - Director
404-219-6047
pl@vetinfo.org
https://www.vetinfo.org
Precious.Leaks-Gutierrez1@va.gov
https://www.tampavaref.org/
813-780-2623 Ext. 101
pleaks-gutierrez@tampavaref.org
Vet Info Co-Founder October 2020 / Volunteer
ABOUT TVAREF
Since our creation, the TVAREF
FDVA - Miami VA - Laurel Mclaughen
Veterans' Claims Examiner
305-325-3325
mclaughenl@fdva.state.fl.us
Miami VA - Caregiver Support
Caregiver Support Program
305-575-7137
miamicaregiversupport@va.gov
https://www.va.gov/family-and-caregiver-benefits/health-and-disability/comprehensive-assistance-for-family-caregivers/
https://www.va.gov/miami-health-care/
What are personal care services?
These are services the eligible Veteran needs
Miami VA - Mental Health Community Based Outpatient Clinics
Mental Health Contacts
305-575-7000 ext. 17214
Broward
954-475-5500
DEE
954-570-5572 ext. 2921
Homestead
305-248-0874 ext. 2284
Key Largo
305-451-0164
Key West
305-293-4863
Pembroke Pines
954-894-1668 ext. 2320
Hollywood MHC
954-986-1811
Mental Health Clinics - Contacts that fall under the Miami VA Hospital
West Palm Beach VA Hospital - Billie Smith
Healthy Teaching Kitchen Coordinator
https://www.va.gov/west-palm-beach-health-care/programs/the-warrior-wellness-projecttm/
Billie Smith, a native of Central Minnesota, was raised on a working
Marine Corp. Reserve Miami - GySgt. Louis Slagle
USMC Ret., Toys for Tots Coordinator and Young Marines
305-401-0149
jlcgunny@hotmail.com
Call 988 Opt. 1
Crisis Line Option 1 for Veterans
988 Opt. 1
Miami VA - Mental Health Community Based Outpatient Clinics
Mental Health Contacts
305-575-7000 ext. 17214
Broward
954-475-5500
DEE
954-570-5572 ext. 2921
Homestead
305-248-0874 ext. 2284
Key Largo
305-451-0164
Key West
305-293-4863
Pembroke Pines
954-894-1668 ext. 2320
Hollywood MHC
954-986-1811
Mental Health Clinics - Contacts that fall under the Miami VA Hospital
Vet Info - Precious Leaks-Gutierrez
Vet Info CO-Founder / Volunteer / TVAREF - Senior Budget Analyst
404-219-6047
pl@vetinfo.org
https://www.vetinfo.org
Precious.Leaks-Gutierrez1@va.gov
https://www.tampavaref.org/
813-780-2623 Ext. 101
pleaks-gutierrez@tampavaref.org
Vet Info Co-Founder October 2020 / Volunteer
ABOUT TVAREF
Since our creation, the TVAREF
Vet's Place - Thomas Coles-Reyes
Founder / CEO
thomas.coles-reyes@vetsplace.org
954-281-2766
Vet's Place - Sabrina Sweet
Head of Outreach Committee
info@vetsplace.org
561-206-0599
Miami - Divine Paws - Thresa McGowan
Divine Paws Foundation, Inc.
(305) 680-4835
info@divinepawsfoundation.org
More Information about Divine Paws
Southern Command Garrison - Evelyn Garcia
Marketing Specialist - Morale, Welfare and Recreation
305-437-1421
Evelyn.garcia34.naf@mail.mil
http://www.miami.armymwr.com
Living Works - Alan Mednick
Suicide Prevention Manager, SE USA
781-8798414
alan.mednick@livingworks.net
http://www.livingworks.net
Suicide Prevention Training
Miami Dade County County Resources
Veteran Service Program
305-756-2830
https://www.miamidade.gov/global/service.page?Mduid_service=ser1541189005378737
Hospitalization
Burial
Compensation
Pension
Dependence and Indemnity Compensation
Education
VA Home Loan
Broward County Resources
Veteran Service Program
954-357-6622
veterans@broward.org
https://www.https://www.countyoffice.org/broward-county-veterans-service-fort-lauderdale-fl-a57/#:~:text=BrowardCountyVeteransServicesisacomprehensivesupport,helpingveteransaccessfederalstateandlocalbenefits.
Appeals
Aid & Attendance and Housebound
Burial
Individual Unemplyability (IU)
Disability Compensation
Veterans Pension
Survivors Pension
Dependence and Indemnity
America's Vet Dogs - Ronald Green
South Florida Representative
305-926-0119
b2super@yahoo.com
https://www.vetdogs.org/
1-631-930-9000
SERVICE DOGS FOR VETERANS & FIRST RESPONDERS
The service dog programs of America’s
Veteran Esquire Legal Services - Johnathan H. Davis, Esq.
Founder / Manageing Member
1-800-679-0791
https://vejon@veteranesquire.comteranesquire.com/
https://www.veteranesquire.com/
Veteran Esquire Legal Solutions is dedicated to ensuring every Veteran receives all
Texas / Houston - Drew Helmer
Doctor - Deputy Director of the Center for Innovations
drew.helmer@va.gov
https://vetinfo.org/houston-tx-desert-storm-veteran-research
Quality, Effectiveness and Safety (IQuESt)
100%
Toxic Exposures
100%
Depression and Suicidal Ideation
100%
Dr. Helmer is the Deputy Director of the Center for Innovations in
Honor Flight South Florida - John S. Bridgman
Committee Chair
laudvette@gmail.com
954-646-3300
West Palm Beach VA Hospital - Billie Smith
Healthy Teaching Kitchen Coordinator
https://www.va.gov/west-palm-beach-health-care/programs/the-warrior-wellness-projecttm/
Billie Smith, a native of Central Minnesota, was raised on a working
Southern Command Garrison - Nicole Trolio
Director Family Morale, Welfare and Recreation
305-437-2720
nicole.a.trolio.naf@mail.mil
Tampa - Precious Leaks-Gutierrez
TVAREF - Director
404-219-6047
pl@vetinfo.org
https://www.vetinfo.org
Precious.Leaks-Gutierrez1@va.gov
https://www.tampavaref.org/
813-780-2623 Ext. 101
pleaks-gutierrez@tampavaref.org
Vet Info Co-Founder October 2020 / Volunteer
ABOUT TVAREF
Since our creation, the TVAREF
America's Vet Dogs - Ronald Green
South Florida Representative
305-926-0119
b2super@yahoo.com
https://www.vetdogs.org/
1-631-930-9000
SERVICE DOGS FOR VETERANS & FIRST RESPONDERS
The service dog programs of America’s
West Palm Beach VA Hospital - Billie Smith
Healthy Teaching Kitchen Coordinator
https://www.va.gov/west-palm-beach-health-care/programs/the-warrior-wellness-projecttm/
Billie Smith, a native of Central Minnesota, was raised on a working
Texas / Houston - Drew Helmer
Doctor - Deputy Director of the Center for Innovations
drew.helmer@va.gov
https://vetinfo.org/houston-tx-desert-storm-veteran-research
Quality, Effectiveness and Safety (IQuESt)
100%
Toxic Exposures
100%
Depression and Suicidal Ideation
100%
Dr. Helmer is the Deputy Director of the Center for Innovations in
Tampa - Precious Leaks-Gutierrez
TVAREF - Director
404-219-6047
pl@vetinfo.org
https://www.vetinfo.org
Precious.Leaks-Gutierrez1@va.gov
https://www.tampavaref.org/
813-780-2623 Ext. 101
pleaks-gutierrez@tampavaref.org
Vet Info Co-Founder October 2020 / Volunteer
ABOUT TVAREF
Since our creation, the TVAREF
Texas / Houston - Drew Helmer
Doctor - Deputy Director of the Center for Innovations
drew.helmer@va.gov
https://vetinfo.org/houston-tx-desert-storm-veteran-research
Quality, Effectiveness and Safety (IQuESt)
100%
Toxic Exposures
100%
Depression and Suicidal Ideation
100%
Dr. Helmer is the Deputy Director of the Center for Innovations in
Vet Info - Precious Leaks-Gutierrez
Vet Info CO-Founder / Volunteer / TVAREF - Senior Budget Analyst
404-219-6047
pl@vetinfo.org
https://www.vetinfo.org
Precious.Leaks-Gutierrez1@va.gov
https://www.tampavaref.org/
813-780-2623 Ext. 101
pleaks-gutierrez@tampavaref.org
Vet Info Co-Founder October 2020 / Volunteer
ABOUT TVAREF
Since our creation, the TVAREF
Florida International University - Amanda Rodriguez
Success Coach
amanrodr@fiu.edu
305-348-5192
The Office of Veteran and Military Affairs (VMA) is committed to delivering
Florida International University - Cheryl Donalson
Success Coach
cdonalso@fiu.edu
305-348-2838
The Office of Veteran and Military Affairs (VMA) is committed to delivering
Miami Dade County County Resources
Veteran Service Program
305-756-2830
https://www.miamidade.gov/global/service.page?Mduid_service=ser1541189005378737
Hospitalization
Burial
Compensation
Pension
Dependence and Indemnity Compensation
Education
VA Home Loan
Broward County Resources
Veteran Service Program
954-357-6622
veterans@broward.org
https://www.https://www.countyoffice.org/broward-county-veterans-service-fort-lauderdale-fl-a57/#:~:text=BrowardCountyVeteransServicesisacomprehensivesupport,helpingveteransaccessfederalstateandlocalbenefits.
Appeals
Aid & Attendance and Housebound
Burial
Individual Unemplyability (IU)
Disability Compensation
Veterans Pension
Survivors Pension
Dependence and Indemnity
Miami VA - Caregiver Support
Caregiver Support Program
305-575-7137
miamicaregiversupport@va.gov
https://www.va.gov/family-and-caregiver-benefits/health-and-disability/comprehensive-assistance-for-family-caregivers/
https://www.va.gov/miami-health-care/
What are personal care services?
These are services the eligible Veteran needs
West Palm Beach VA Hospital - Billie Smith
Healthy Teaching Kitchen Coordinator
https://www.va.gov/west-palm-beach-health-care/programs/the-warrior-wellness-projecttm/
Billie Smith, a native of Central Minnesota, was raised on a working
Univ. of Miami - Jon Baldessari
Director, Veteran Resource Center
305-284-8727
jon.baldessari@miami.edu
Univ. of Miami - Marisa Ewing
Graduate Assistant / Veteran Resource Center
305-284-8727
marisa.n.ewing@law.miami.edu
Miami Dade College - Samara Alcocer
VA Clerk
305-237-4968
Hialeah Campus
305-237-8631
salcocer@mdc.edu
Veteran Esquire Legal Services - Johnathan H. Davis, Esq.
Founder / Manageing Member
1-800-679-0791
https://vejon@veteranesquire.comteranesquire.com/
https://www.veteranesquire.com/
Veteran Esquire Legal Solutions is dedicated to ensuring every Veteran receives all
Miami Dade County County Resources
Veteran Service Program
305-756-2830
https://www.miamidade.gov/global/service.page?Mduid_service=ser1541189005378737
Hospitalization
Burial
Compensation
Pension
Dependence and Indemnity Compensation
Education
VA Home Loan
Broward County Resources
Veteran Service Program
954-357-6622
veterans@broward.org
https://www.https://www.countyoffice.org/broward-county-veterans-service-fort-lauderdale-fl-a57/#:~:text=BrowardCountyVeteransServicesisacomprehensivesupport,helpingveteransaccessfederalstateandlocalbenefits.
Appeals
Aid & Attendance and Housebound
Burial
Individual Unemplyability (IU)
Disability Compensation
Veterans Pension
Survivors Pension
Dependence and Indemnity
Marine Corp. League - Miami Michael Raigoso
Commandant
786-377-4045
commandant@mclmiami.org
Veteran Esquire Legal Services - Johnathan H. Davis, Esq.
Founder / Manageing Member
1-800-679-0791
https://vejon@veteranesquire.comteranesquire.com/
https://www.veteranesquire.com/
Veteran Esquire Legal Solutions is dedicated to ensuring every Veteran receives all
FDVA - Miami VA - Laurel Mclaughen
Veterans' Claims Examiner
305-325-3325
mclaughenl@fdva.state.fl.us
Miami Dade County County Resources
Veteran Service Program
305-756-2830
https://www.miamidade.gov/global/service.page?Mduid_service=ser1541189005378737
Hospitalization
Burial
Compensation
Pension
Dependence and Indemnity Compensation
Education
VA Home Loan
Broward County Resources
Veteran Service Program
954-357-6622
veterans@broward.org
https://www.https://www.countyoffice.org/broward-county-veterans-service-fort-lauderdale-fl-a57/#:~:text=BrowardCountyVeteransServicesisacomprehensivesupport,helpingveteransaccessfederalstateandlocalbenefits.
Appeals
Aid & Attendance and Housebound
Burial
Individual Unemplyability (IU)
Disability Compensation
Veterans Pension
Survivors Pension
Dependence and Indemnity
Vet's Place - Thomas Coles-Reyes
Founder / CEO
thomas.coles-reyes@vetsplace.org
954-281-2766
Vet's Place - Sabrina Sweet
Head of Outreach Committee
info@vetsplace.org
561-206-0599
Miami VA - Caregiver Support
Caregiver Support Program
305-575-7137
miamicaregiversupport@va.gov
https://www.va.gov/family-and-caregiver-benefits/health-and-disability/comprehensive-assistance-for-family-caregivers/
https://www.va.gov/miami-health-care/
What are personal care services?
These are services the eligible Veteran needs
Honor Flight South Florida - John S. Bridgman
Committee Chair
laudvette@gmail.com
954-646-3300
Access Vet Benefits - Major Michael Jones (Ret.)
Executive Director
majorjones@accessvetbenefits.com
954-757-1250
Website
http://www.accessvetbenefits.com
Bob Woodruff Foundation - Emilee Gates
Developmenet Manager
917-565-5136
786-228-1341
Marine Corp. League - Miami Michael Raigoso
Commandant
786-377-4045
commandant@mclmiami.org
Veteran Esquire Legal Services - Johnathan H. Davis, Esq.
Founder / Manageing Member
1-800-679-0791
https://vejon@veteranesquire.comteranesquire.com/
https://www.veteranesquire.com/
Veteran Esquire Legal Solutions is dedicated to ensuring every Veteran receives all
Veteran Esquire Legal Services - Johnathan H. Davis, Esq.
Founder / Manageing Member
1-800-679-0791
https://vejon@veteranesquire.comteranesquire.com/
https://www.veteranesquire.com/
Veteran Esquire Legal Solutions is dedicated to ensuring every Veteran receives all
Veteran Esquire Legal Services - Johnathan H. Davis, Esq.
Founder / Manageing Member
1-800-679-0791
https://vejon@veteranesquire.comteranesquire.com/
https://www.veteranesquire.com/
Veteran Esquire Legal Solutions is dedicated to ensuring every Veteran receives all
Veteran Esquire Legal Services - Johnathan H. Davis, Esq.
Founder / Manageing Member
1-800-679-0791
https://vejon@veteranesquire.comteranesquire.com/
https://www.veteranesquire.com/
Veteran Esquire Legal Solutions is dedicated to ensuring every Veteran receives all
Miami Dade County County Resources
Veteran Service Program
305-756-2830
https://www.miamidade.gov/global/service.page?Mduid_service=ser1541189005378737
Hospitalization
Burial
Compensation
Pension
Dependence and Indemnity Compensation
Education
VA Home Loan
Broward County Resources
Veteran Service Program
954-357-6622
veterans@broward.org
https://www.https://www.countyoffice.org/broward-county-veterans-service-fort-lauderdale-fl-a57/#:~:text=BrowardCountyVeteransServicesisacomprehensivesupport,helpingveteransaccessfederalstateandlocalbenefits.
Appeals
Aid & Attendance and Housebound
Burial
Individual Unemplyability (IU)
Disability Compensation
Veterans Pension
Survivors Pension
Dependence and Indemnity
Southern Command Garrison - Pam Phillips
Financial Coundselor / Army Emergency Relief Officer
305-437-2653
Pamela.m.phillips.civ@mail.mil
Florida International University - Marquay Smith
VetSuccess On-Campus Counselor
marquay.smith@va.gov
305-348-2838
Resources
FIU Office of Veteran and Military Affairs
11200 SW 8th Street, TWR 100
Miami,
Florida International University - Cheryl Donalson
Success Coach
cdonalso@fiu.edu
305-348-2838
The Office of Veteran and Military Affairs (VMA) is committed to delivering
Miami Dade County County Resources
Veteran Service Program
305-756-2830
https://www.miamidade.gov/global/service.page?Mduid_service=ser1541189005378737
Hospitalization
Burial
Compensation
Pension
Dependence and Indemnity Compensation
Education
VA Home Loan
Univ. of Miami - Jon Baldessari
Director, Veteran Resource Center
305-284-8727
jon.baldessari@miami.edu
Broward County Resources
Veteran Service Program
954-357-6622
veterans@broward.org
https://www.https://www.countyoffice.org/broward-county-veterans-service-fort-lauderdale-fl-a57/#:~:text=BrowardCountyVeteransServicesisacomprehensivesupport,helpingveteransaccessfederalstateandlocalbenefits.
Appeals
Aid & Attendance and Housebound
Burial
Individual Unemplyability (IU)
Disability Compensation
Veterans Pension
Survivors Pension
Dependence and Indemnity
Miami Dade College - Samara Alcocer
VA Clerk
305-237-4968
Hialeah Campus
305-237-8631
salcocer@mdc.edu
Vet's Place - Thomas Coles-Reyes
Founder / CEO
thomas.coles-reyes@vetsplace.org
954-281-2766
Vet's Place - Sabrina Sweet
Head of Outreach Committee
info@vetsplace.org
561-206-0599
Miami Dade Military Museum - Anthony Atwood, Ph.D.
Executive Director / F.I.U. Resident Military Historian
305-570-2284
anthony.atwood@miamimilitarymuseum.org
http://www.miamimilitarymuseum.org
aatwoood@fiu.edu
http://gordoninsititute.fiu.edu
Florida International University - Amanda Rodriguez
Success Coach
amanrodr@fiu.edu
305-348-5192
The Office of Veteran and Military Affairs (VMA) is committed to delivering
Miami VA - Caregiver Support
Caregiver Support Program
305-575-7137
miamicaregiversupport@va.gov
https://www.va.gov/family-and-caregiver-benefits/health-and-disability/comprehensive-assistance-for-family-caregivers/
https://www.va.gov/miami-health-care/
What are personal care services?
These are services the eligible Veteran needs
Texas / Houston - Drew Helmer
Doctor - Deputy Director of the Center for Innovations
drew.helmer@va.gov
https://vetinfo.org/houston-tx-desert-storm-veteran-research
Quality, Effectiveness and Safety (IQuESt)
100%
Toxic Exposures
100%
Depression and Suicidal Ideation
100%
Dr. Helmer is the Deputy Director of the Center for Innovations in
West Palm Beach VA Hospital - Billie Smith
Healthy Teaching Kitchen Coordinator
https://www.va.gov/west-palm-beach-health-care/programs/the-warrior-wellness-projecttm/
Billie Smith, a native of Central Minnesota, was raised on a working
Miami Dade Military Museum - Juan Duenas
Outreach Specialist
305-964-3783
jduenas@miamimilitarymuseum.org
Univ. of Miami - Marisa Ewing
Graduate Assistant / Veteran Resource Center
305-284-8727
marisa.n.ewing@law.miami.edu
Call 988 Opt. 1
Crisis Line Option 1 for Veterans
988 Opt. 1
Florida International University - Marquay Smith
VetSuccess On-Campus Counselor
marquay.smith@va.gov
305-348-2838
Resources
FIU Office of Veteran and Military Affairs
11200 SW 8th Street, TWR 100
Miami,
Vet Info - Precious Leaks-Gutierrez
Vet Info CO-Founder / Volunteer / TVAREF - Senior Budget Analyst
404-219-6047
pl@vetinfo.org
https://www.vetinfo.org
Precious.Leaks-Gutierrez1@va.gov
https://www.tampavaref.org/
813-780-2623 Ext. 101
pleaks-gutierrez@tampavaref.org
Vet Info Co-Founder October 2020 / Volunteer
ABOUT TVAREF
Since our creation, the TVAREF
Vet's Place - Thomas Coles-Reyes
Founder / CEO
thomas.coles-reyes@vetsplace.org
954-281-2766
Vet's Place - Sabrina Sweet
Head of Outreach Committee
info@vetsplace.org
561-206-0599
Southern Command Garrison - Evelyn Garcia
Marketing Specialist - Morale, Welfare and Recreation
305-437-1421
Evelyn.garcia34.naf@mail.mil
http://www.miami.armymwr.com
Miami Dade Military Museum - Anthony Atwood, Ph.D.
Executive Director / F.I.U. Resident Military Historian
305-570-2284
anthony.atwood@miamimilitarymuseum.org
http://www.miamimilitarymuseum.org
aatwoood@fiu.edu
http://gordoninsititute.fiu.edu
Florida International University - Amanda Rodriguez
Success Coach
amanrodr@fiu.edu
305-348-5192
The Office of Veteran and Military Affairs (VMA) is committed to delivering
Florida International University - Cheryl Donalson
Success Coach
cdonalso@fiu.edu
305-348-2838
The Office of Veteran and Military Affairs (VMA) is committed to delivering
Miami VA - Caregiver Support
Caregiver Support Program
305-575-7137
miamicaregiversupport@va.gov
https://www.va.gov/family-and-caregiver-benefits/health-and-disability/comprehensive-assistance-for-family-caregivers/
https://www.va.gov/miami-health-care/
What are personal care services?
These are services the eligible Veteran needs
Miami - Divine Paws - Thresa McGowan
Divine Paws Foundation, Inc.
(305) 680-4835
info@divinepawsfoundation.org
More Information about Divine Paws
Honor Flight South Florida - John S. Bridgman
Committee Chair
laudvette@gmail.com
954-646-3300
Access Vet Benefits - Major Michael Jones (Ret.)
Executive Director
majorjones@accessvetbenefits.com
954-757-1250
Website
http://www.accessvetbenefits.com
West Palm Beach VA Hospital - Billie Smith
Healthy Teaching Kitchen Coordinator
https://www.va.gov/west-palm-beach-health-care/programs/the-warrior-wellness-projecttm/
Billie Smith, a native of Central Minnesota, was raised on a working
Miami Vet Center - Israel Montanez
Veteran Outreach Program Specialist
305-718-3712
israel.montanez@va.gov
https://www.va.gov/miami-health-care/
WWP - Ofelia Lucas
Outreach Specialist
877.team.wwp
904-524-1314
olucas@woundedwarriorproject.org
CVAF - Edrys Leyva
Grass Roots Engagement Director
eleyva@cv4a.org
561-569-7102
Bob Woodruff Foundation - Emilee Gates
Developmenet Manager
917-565-5136
786-228-1341
Miami Dade Military Museum - Juan Duenas
Outreach Specialist
305-964-3783
jduenas@miamimilitarymuseum.org
Southern Command Garrison - Nicole Trolio
Director Family Morale, Welfare and Recreation
305-437-2720
nicole.a.trolio.naf@mail.mil
Southern Command Garrison - Pam Phillips
Financial Coundselor / Army Emergency Relief Officer
305-437-2653
Pamela.m.phillips.civ@mail.mil
Marine Corp. League - Miami Michael Raigoso
Commandant
786-377-4045
commandant@mclmiami.org
Marine Corp. Reserve Miami - GySgt. Louis Slagle
USMC Ret., Toys for Tots Coordinator and Young Marines
305-401-0149
jlcgunny@hotmail.com
Tampa - Precious Leaks-Gutierrez
TVAREF - Director
404-219-6047
pl@vetinfo.org
https://www.vetinfo.org
Precious.Leaks-Gutierrez1@va.gov
https://www.tampavaref.org/
813-780-2623 Ext. 101
pleaks-gutierrez@tampavaref.org
Vet Info Co-Founder October 2020 / Volunteer
ABOUT TVAREF
Since our creation, the TVAREF
Pastor Emilio Chaviano
Police Chaplin
305-471-2059
eachaviano@msn.com
300 N.Royal Poinciana Blvd., Miami Springs, FL 33166
police Station
9105 NW 25th Street, Room 3089
Doral, FL 33172
Works with those in
Religion - Rev. Guillermo Cortes
Reverend
305-282-3850
285 NW 46th Ave.
Miami, FL 33126 ( U.S.A.)
Miami VA - Caregiver Support
Caregiver Support Program
305-575-7137
miamicaregiversupport@va.gov
https://www.va.gov/family-and-caregiver-benefits/health-and-disability/comprehensive-assistance-for-family-caregivers/
https://www.va.gov/miami-health-care/
What are personal care services?
These are services the eligible Veteran needs
Southern Command Garrison - Evelyn Garcia
Marketing Specialist - Morale, Welfare and Recreation
305-437-1421
Evelyn.garcia34.naf@mail.mil
http://www.miami.armymwr.com
Miami VA - Caregiver Support
Caregiver Support Program
305-575-7137
miamicaregiversupport@va.gov
https://www.va.gov/family-and-caregiver-benefits/health-and-disability/comprehensive-assistance-for-family-caregivers/
https://www.va.gov/miami-health-care/
What are personal care services?
These are services the eligible Veteran needs
Southern Command Garrison - Nicole Trolio
Director Family Morale, Welfare and Recreation
305-437-2720
nicole.a.trolio.naf@mail.mil
Southern Command Garrison - Pam Phillips
Financial Coundselor / Army Emergency Relief Officer
305-437-2653
Pamela.m.phillips.civ@mail.mil
CareerSource South Florida - Alexis Cruz
Local Veterans' Employment Representative (LVER)
alexis.cruz@careersourcesfl.com
786-264-4765
https://www.careersourcesfl.com/
8485 SW 40th Street, 2nd Flr., Miami, FL 33155
CareerSource Broward (CSBD), the administrative entity of the Broward Workforce Development Board,
CareerSource Broward - Debra Nunez, M.S. ED, FCWP
Sr. Management Analyst Supervisor/VETS Program Manager
dnunez@careersourcebroward.com
954-202-3830 Ext. 3129
www.careersourcebroward.com
2890 W. Cypress Creek Road, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33309
CareerSource Broward (CSBD), the administrative entity of the Broward Workforce Development Board,
Vet's Place - Thomas Coles-Reyes
Founder / CEO
thomas.coles-reyes@vetsplace.org
954-281-2766
Vet's Place - Sabrina Sweet
Head of Outreach Committee
info@vetsplace.org
561-206-0599
Living Works - Alan Mednick
Suicide Prevention Manager, SE USA
781-8798414
alan.mednick@livingworks.net
http://www.livingworks.net
Suicide Prevention Training
Florida International University - Marquay Smith
VetSuccess On-Campus Counselor
marquay.smith@va.gov
305-348-2838
Resources
FIU Office of Veteran and Military Affairs
11200 SW 8th Street, TWR 100
Miami,
Miami - Divine Paws - Thresa McGowan
Divine Paws Foundation, Inc.
(305) 680-4835
info@divinepawsfoundation.org
More Information about Divine Paws
West Palm Beach VA Hospital - Billie Smith
Healthy Teaching Kitchen Coordinator
https://www.va.gov/west-palm-beach-health-care/programs/the-warrior-wellness-projecttm/
Billie Smith, a native of Central Minnesota, was raised on a working
Veteran Esquire Legal Services - Johnathan H. Davis, Esq.
Founder / Manageing Member
1-800-679-0791
https://vejon@veteranesquire.comteranesquire.com/
https://www.veteranesquire.com/
Veteran Esquire Legal Solutions is dedicated to ensuring every Veteran receives all
Vet's Place - Thomas Coles-Reyes
Founder / CEO
thomas.coles-reyes@vetsplace.org
954-281-2766
Vet's Place - Sabrina Sweet
Head of Outreach Committee
info@vetsplace.org
561-206-0599
Miami Dade County County Resources
Veteran Service Program
305-756-2830
https://www.miamidade.gov/global/service.page?Mduid_service=ser1541189005378737
Hospitalization
Burial
Compensation
Pension
Dependence and Indemnity Compensation
Education
VA Home Loan
Broward County Resources
Veteran Service Program
954-357-6622
veterans@broward.org
https://www.https://www.countyoffice.org/broward-county-veterans-service-fort-lauderdale-fl-a57/#:~:text=BrowardCountyVeteransServicesisacomprehensivesupport,helpingveteransaccessfederalstateandlocalbenefits.
Appeals
Aid & Attendance and Housebound
Burial
Individual Unemplyability (IU)
Disability Compensation
Veterans Pension
Survivors Pension
Dependence and Indemnity
City of Sweetwater - Stephanie Butka
Director of Community Affairs and Special Projects
305-221-0411 ext. 1203
sbutka@cityofsweetwaterfl.gov
Congressman Diaz-Balart
Member of Congress - FL District 26
Doral Office
305-470-8555
Naples Office
239-348-1620
Washington DC Office
202-225-4211
Contact
https://mariodiazbalart.house.gov/contact-mario
America's Vet Dogs - Ronald Green
South Florida Representative
305-926-0119
b2super@yahoo.com
https://www.vetdogs.org/
1-631-930-9000
SERVICE DOGS FOR VETERANS & FIRST RESPONDERS
The service dog programs of America’s
Miami - Divine Paws - Thresa McGowan
Divine Paws Foundation, Inc.
(305) 680-4835
info@divinepawsfoundation.org
More Information about Divine Paws
Miami Dade County - Pets for Vets
Pet Adoption
311
America's Vet Dogs - Ronald Green
South Florida Representative
305-926-0119
b2super@yahoo.com
https://www.vetdogs.org/
1-631-930-9000
SERVICE DOGS FOR VETERANS & FIRST RESPONDERS
The service dog programs of America’s
Miami - Divine Paws - Thresa McGowan
Divine Paws Foundation, Inc.
(305) 680-4835
info@divinepawsfoundation.org
More Information about Divine Paws
Golf - PGA HOPE
( 561) 729-0544
https://www.sfpgagolf.com/pga-hope
https://www.sfpgagolf.com/contact
New in 2015, the South Florida PGA Foundation’s military pillar, PGA HOPE
Sailing - Veteran Sailing Association
Sailing Certification
( 305 )-619-3433
https://www.veteransailing.com/theship.php
https://www.veteransailing.com/contact.php
90791 Old Hwy #1 Tavernier, FL 33070
V.S.A. -My mission is clear – Learn to sail with exemplary ASA sailing
Southern Command Garrison - Nicole Trolio
Director Family Morale, Welfare and Recreation
305-437-2720
nicole.a.trolio.naf@mail.mil
Southern Command Garrison - Evelyn Garcia
Marketing Specialist - Morale, Welfare and Recreation
305-437-1421
Evelyn.garcia34.naf@mail.mil
http://www.miami.armymwr.com
Monika Hadvigerova
MRD - Founder and Managing Director
rafael@mrdfl.org
754-217-9666
http://www.mrdfl.org
Miami Beach Florida
MISSION: “To help and heal veterans, one dive at a time”
VISION: “To expose