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you Served U.S. Let Us Serve You.

Free programs and support for veterans in Rochester and the following counties:

Genesee, Livingston, Monroe, Ontario, Orleans, and Wayne.

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Veterans Outreach Center is dedicated to providing high-quality, individualized services to the people who served our country. Whether you wore our nation’s uniform for one day or your entire career, we are here for you. Contact us today to learn how VOC can help you.

From the Blog

VOC Blog
Tips for Veterans to Build and Maintain an Exercise Routine for Lasting Mental Health Benefits
Chris Culver, Fitness Center Coordinator
Tips for Veterans to Build and Maintain an Exercise Routine for Lasting Mental Health Benefits
Chris Culver, Fitness Center Coordinator

It goes without saying that physical activity is necessary to get fit. However, research also shows that it’s a good tool for supporting mental health. Moving your body can help manage stress from service, ease feelings of depression or anxiety, and build resilience. Getting started with an exercise routine can be a big step at first, but making it a regular habit will yield real benefits.

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Chris Culver, Fitness Center Coordinator
Why Economic Stability is a Critical Issue for Female Veterans
Laura Heltz, Executive Director & U.S. Army Veteran
Why Economic Stability is a Critical Issue for Female Veterans
Laura Heltz, Executive Director & U.S. Army Veteran

Rochester—and the nation as a whole—has come a long way in recognizing and honoring military veterans, especially those from the Vietnam era who still carry the pain of a difficult homecoming. But beyond the welcome home lies a deeper, ongoing challenge—particularly for women veterans transitioning back into civilian life: the fight for economic stability.

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Laura Heltz, Executive Director & U.S. Army Veteran
How Outdoor Recreation Provides Relief for Veterans
Jeff Klein, Wellness Programs Manager
How Outdoor Recreation Provides Relief for Veterans
Jeff Klein, Wellness Programs Manager

Outdoor recreation offers a different approach that some veterans find liberating. Research continues to show that it is a powerful and effective tool for veterans.

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Jeff Klein, Wellness Programs Manager
From Scrub Tech to Trailblazing Advocate: Marlene Roll's Unstoppable Service to Veterans
Veterans Outreach Center
From Scrub Tech to Trailblazing Advocate: Marlene Roll's Unstoppable Service to Veterans
Veterans Outreach Center

This Women's History Month, Veterans Outreach Center celebrates Marlene Roll, a woman whose life is a powerful testament to the impact of dedicated service. From her time as an Army Operating Room Technician to her groundbreaking leadership within the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) and beyond, Marlene has consistently broken barriers and championed the cause of her fellow veterans.

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Veterans Outreach Center
Understanding the Female Veteran Homelessness Crisis
Laura Heltz, Executive Director & U.S. Army Veteran
Understanding the Female Veteran Homelessness Crisis
Laura Heltz, Executive Director & U.S. Army Veteran

For female veterans, the transition to civilian life can be full of unique challenges, and for some, it leads to the devastating reality of homelessness. This isn't a simple issue with easy answers; it's a complex web of trauma, economic hardship, and systemic barriers. To truly understand and address this crisis, we have to look deeper than the surface and recognize the specific struggles faced by women who have served.

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Laura Heltz, Executive Director & U.S. Army Veteran

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