Veterans in Need
- Mental health, healthcare and other resources designed for veterans and their families.
- The General District Court provides the Veterans Treatment Docket, a voluntary, court-supervised treatment program to help veterans who have been arrested and have substance use issues and/or have other diagnosed mental health conditions.
- Every day, dozens of veterans are experiencing homelessness in our county. We work closely with our community partners, including nonprofits and faith organizations, to provide housing and support services.
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Medical Foster Homes give veterans an alternative to a traditional nursing home care setting, offering a smaller, community-based, family setting in a safe environment.
Tax Resources
- Tax Exemptions for Military
- Real estate tax exemption for disabled veterans or surviving spouses.
- Vehicle exemption/reduced rate for disabled veterans.
- Real estate tax exemption for surviving spouses of member of Armed Forces killed in action or in the line of duty.
Honoring Veterans
We honor veterans and military personnel every day, but most especially in November and on Veterans Day. Visit Fairfax has compiled a list of events in Fairfax County, neighboring counties, D.C. and elsewhere to honor our vets.
The National Museum of the United States Army in Fort Belvoir provides a comprehensive portrayal of Army history and traditions through the eyes of the American soldier.
Purple Star Schools
Eighteen Fairfax County Public Schools have been recognized by the Virginia Department of Education and the Virginia Council on the Interstate Compact on Educational Opportunity for Military Children as 2023 Purple Star Schools.
The Purple Star designation is awarded to military-friendly schools that have demonstrated their commitment to meeting the needs of military-connected students and their families.
Employment, Training and Other Resources
- Veterans preference for Fairfax County Government jobs. Fairfax County is a proud Virginia Values Veterans (V3)-certified organization.
- Our Human Services Resource Guide includes a comprehensive list of services available for veterans.
- The Economic Development Authority has resources to help veterans interested in becoming an entrepreneur develop a business plan.
- Virginia Career Works provides individualized career counseling and job training for local veterans and their spouses.
- Virginia’s Military Home Modification Program - Granting Freedom
- The Virginia Department of Veterans Services also provides information on benefits; veterans education; transition and employment; care centers; veterans cemeteries; the Virginia War Memorial; Veterans ID Card; and the Virginia Veteran and Family Support Program.
- The D.C. Chapter of Blue Star Families provides resources to help active duty, reserve and veteran military families transition, live and thrive in the county.
- U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
- Veterans Crisis Line