Local Veteran Resources in Osceola County

You served honorably, and now that chapter has closed, a new one often begins with unexpected challenges. Veterans in Osceola County, Spanning Kissimmee, St. Cloud, Poinciana, and Buenaventura Lakes, are dealing with real problems: securing stable housing, finding mental health care, navigating benefit paperwork, accessing food, and attending appointments. These aren’t questions; they’re obstacles that weigh on your daily life.

Here, we aim to make your next steps simpler, clearer, and firmly supported. You’ll find recent resources, including those from VA clinics and County veteran offices, as well as food pantries and transportation services.

You’ve already done the hard part by seeking support. Now let this guide connect you to the help you’ve earned.

Essential Support in Osceola County

There’s help available; you just need to know where to look. Below, you’ll find local programs and services that are already making a difference for veterans across Osceola County. Whether you need health care, housing, food, or someone to guide you through benefits, these are real options you can turn to today.

Accessing Medical & Mental Health Care

Kissimmee VA Clinic

• Address: 701 Union St. Kissimmee, FL 34741
• Hours: Monday–Friday, 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
• Contact: 407-518-5004
• Services: Primary care, women’s health, mental health screenings, lab services, social work, telehealth
• Who Qualifies: Enrolled veterans; bring DD-214/service records, insurance card, and photo ID
• Apply: Call ahead or enroll online; intake appointments are typically booked within two weeks

This clinic offers a reliable alternative to traveling farther for basic medical and mental health care while still being fully connected to the broader VA system.

Osceola County Veteran Services

Osceola’s dedicated veteran services officers connect local vets to benefits, filings, transportation, and care coordination:

• Locations & Contacts:
  • 1392 E. Vine Street, Kissimmee, FL 34744 – (407) 742-8455
  • 810 13th Street (St. Cloud Library), St. Cloud, FL 34769 – (407) 742-8455
• Hours: Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m. (Appointments encouraged)
• Services: Disability and pension claims, burial certificates, education benefits, home loan guidance, transportation referrals, and military records updates

These officers make the difference between a closed door and a path forward, especially if you’ve been denied before.

Food Support & Daily Essentials

Osceola Community Food Pantry (Kissimmee)

• Supports low-income families, including service members and veterans.
• Hours and registration vary. Call for current availability and guidance for newcomers.

Second Harvest of Central Florida

• Covers multiple partner sites in Osceola; easy-to-use locator at their website
• Brings fresh produce, boxed meals, and hygiene kits to underserved neighborhoods
• Contact: (407) 295-1066

Salvation Army – Kissimmee Corps

• Offers free hot meals, food distribution, emergency assistance, and youth sports programs.
• Contact: (407) 944-9968

Note: ID, proof of residence, and optional service documentation speed up processes.

Overcoming Transportation Barriers

DAV Volunteer Transportation Program

• Volunteer drivers provide round-trip transport to Kissimmee VA Clinic and nearby VA medical centers.
• Call the clinic’s social workers to request transport drivers require advance scheduling.

Osceola County Ride-Sharing (Paratransit)

• Offers discounted rides for disabled veterans and individuals.
• Contact: (407) 841 5969 

Housing, Shelter & Long-Term Care Options

HUD-VASH (HUD-VA Supportive Housing)

• Joint program by HUD and the VA.
• Provides Housing Choice Vouchers for homeless veterans, along with VA case management and clinical support.
• Contact the Orlando VA Medical Center or Kissimmee VA Clinic for eligibility and application help.

Emory L. Bennett State Veterans’ Nursing Home

• Located in Daytona Beach (service catchment includes Osceola), providing memory care and skilled nursing.
• Veterans with qualifying service records can apply by calling (386) 274-3460

If You’re Feeling Stuck, Start Here

Taking that first step can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to do everything at once. Use this simple 4-step approach to begin moving forward, one step at a time:

1. Define Your First Priority: What’s weighing on you most right now: housing, mental health, food, bills, transportation, or VA paperwork? Start with the issue that’s keeping you up at night.
2. Identify a Matching Resource: Use the guide on this page to find the agency or program that specializes in your needs. Many local organizations offer free assistance specifically designed for veterans.
3. Bring What You Have: Documents can help speed things up, but don’t let missing paperwork hold you back. Bring a photo ID, DD‑214 (if you have it), VA letters, proof of residence, or utility bills, whatever you can gather.
4. Follow Up Until Something Changes: Sometimes getting help takes persistence. Make the call. Leave a message. Please attend in person if possible. Keep going. You deserve support that works.

Take the Next Step

You’ve already proven your strength. You showed up for your country, your community, and maybe even for others when no one else would. Now it’s time for someone to show up for you.

Whether you’re facing eviction, stuck in the benefits process, living with untreated PTSD, or simply feeling lost about where to turn next, you’re not alone, and you’re not out of options.  

There are real programs in Osceola County, including housing support, mental health care, transportation, job assistance, and food resources, all designed specifically for veterans like you. You’ve earned access to these services, and you deserve to use them. Use this guide to connect with the proper support. Keep asking questions. Keep reaching out.