Swords to Plowshares

  • Nonprofit

Swords to Plowshares is a nonprofit organization based in San Francisco that provides crucial services to veterans, with a focus on those experiencing homelessness or facing challenges in their transition to civilian life. Their services include:

  1. Housing Support: Swords to Plowshares offers affordable housing programs and assistance to veterans experiencing homelessness, helping them secure stable housing.

  2. Employment Services: They provide job training, placement assistance, and support to help veterans find meaningful employment opportunities.

  3. Legal Aid: The organization offers legal assistance to veterans dealing with issues like VA benefits, discharge upgrades, and legal challenges.

  4. Mental Health and Wellness: Swords to Plowshares provides mental health counseling, substance abuse treatment, and wellness programs to address the unique needs of veterans.

  5. Benefits Advocacy: They help veterans access the benefits they've earned, including healthcare, disability compensation, and housing support.

  6. Social Services: Comprehensive case management and social services are available to address individual needs and promote self-sufficiency.

Swords to Plowshares plays a vital role in supporting veterans' successful reintegration into civilian life, addressing the challenges they face, and ensuring they have access to the resources they need to thrive.


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Swords to Plowshares

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Swords to Plowshares provides vital services to 3,000+ veterans in the San Francisco area every year, including housing support, employment assistance, legal aid, mental health services, benefits advocacy, and social services. They focus on helping veterans overcome challenges in transitioning to civilian life and achieving self-sufficiency. - Health & Wellness - https://www.swords-to-plowshares.org/services/health-and-wellness - Housing - https://www.swords-to-plowshares.org/services/housing - Legal - https://www.swords-to-plowshares.org/services/legal - Jobs for Vets - https://www.swords-to-plowshares.org/services/jobs-for-vets

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Info@swords-to-plowshares.org

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Phone number

(415) 252-4788