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The formation of the Downey Veterans Council was approved by the Downey City Council on March 9, 2021.
The goal of the Veterans Council is to engage the local Veteran community by:
- Increasing awareness and recognition of Downey Veterans and service members;
- Sharing information pertaining to resources and services available to support local Veterans;
- Providing networking opportunities among members; and
- When appropriate, assist the City with its Veteran programs/events such as Memorial Day and Veterans Day ceremonies.
Meetings
The Downey Veterans Council meets regularly, and meetings are open to all local Downey Veteran groups and residents.
The next meeting will take place on October 10, 2024. Location: Downey City Library, Cormack Room.
Questions?
Please call the City Manager's Office at 562-904-7284 or email citymanager@downeyca.org.
Veteran Resources
10330 Pioneer Blvd
Suite 180
Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670-6012
562.347.2200
East Los Angeles Community Based Outpatient Clinic
PTSD Program
5426 E. Olympic Blvd
City of Commerce, CA 90040
323.725.7372
East Los Angeles Veterans Center
Veteran Counseling Services for Combat Veterans
5400 E. Olympic Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90022
323-728-9966
To better serve Veterans and family members, upon request, Vet Centers will provide services after regular work hours and/or on weekends.
For assistance after hours, weekends, and holidays call: 1-877-WAR-VETS (1-877-927-8387)
Please contact the East Los Angeles Vet Center for additional information on the following events:
Mondays: Veterans Services Officer from the VA Los Angeles Regional Office is at the East Los Angeles Vet Center on the 2nd Monday of each month, 9:00 am - 2:00 pm, to help Veterans with their claims.
213.253.2677 ext. 24605
East Los Angeles Veteran’s Clinic
323.725.7372 ext.77303
TELACU Veterans Upward Bound Program
Assisting Veterans Pursuing College Education
323.721.1655