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Military & Veterans

With Fort Belvoir in our backyard and the Pentagon as a neighbor, there are an estimated 65,000 military veterans who live in Fairfax County (as well as 13,000 active personnel), according to the U.S. Census Bureau. Their service to our nation ranges from World War II to the conflicts in today’s news. We provide and support a number of veterans services and programs, as do state, non-profit and support organizations.

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.
     
  • 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 Obligations for Military
    • Active Duty Military - Vehicle Personal Property Tax
  • 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.

Veterans and Military Families Commission

The Veterans and Military Families Commission was created by the Board of Supervisors to identify issues and challenges facing Fairfax County:

  • Veterans
  • Active-duty Service Members
  • Military Retirees
  • Families
Learn About the Commission

Remembering & Honoring Veterans

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We remember and honor veterans and military personnel every day, but most especially on Memorial Day and Veterans Day. Visit Fairfax has compiled a list of events around the area: Memorial Day / Veterans Day

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.

VIEW VETERANS DAY EVENTS

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  • Absentee Voting in Fairfax County
  • Military/Overseas Absentee Voting
Office of Elections Website

Purple Star Schools

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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.

SEE FULL LIST OF SCHOOLS

More 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.
     
  • Neighborhood and Community Services: Athletic Services / Community Centers
     
  • 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.

  • 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 provides information on benefits; veterans education; transition and employment; care centers; veterans cemeteries; the Virginia War Memorial
    • Veterans ID Card
    • Virginia Veteran and Family Support Program

  • U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
    • Military Service Records (including DD214)
    • Determining Veteran Status
    • Four Types of Veterans
  • Veterans Crisis Line

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