VETERANS RESOURCES

The following links are from City of Lake Forest summarizing resources for Veterans from the federal, state, and regional level, as well as non-profits:

Federal Resources:

HUD-Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (HUD-VASH)
The HUD-Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (HUD-VASH) program combines Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) rental assistance for homeless Veterans with case management and clinical services provided by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).

Mayors Challenge to End Veteran Homelessness
A growing coalition of more than 850 mayors, governors, and county officials have committed to the Mayors Challenge to End Veteran Homelessness.ion content 1.

State Resources:

Veterans Housing and Homelessness Prevention Program (VHHPP)
VHHPP is a collaboration between three State agencies to provide $600 million in Proposition 41 general obligation bonds to fund affordable multifamily rental, supportive and transitional housing for veterans.

CalVet Home Loans
CalVet Home Loans is a home loan program through the California Department of Veteran Affairs.

CalVet Ren (Residential Enriched Neighborhood) Communities
CalVet Ren is a program where the Department of Veteran Affairs partners with affordable housing developers to create home ownership opportunities for low income veterans.

Non-profit Resources:

Home Depot Foundation
The Home Depot Foundation is currently accepting applications for its Veteran Housing Grants Program.

Chrysler Liquidating Trust
Earlier this year, the Chrysler Liquidating Trust committed $750,000 to support VA's efforts to prevent homelessness in Detroit, Philadelphia and Los Angeles.

Regional Resources:

Orange County Veterans Service Office
The Orange County County Veterans Service Office will actively pursue the rights of veterans and dependents of the United States Armed Forces to receive Department of Veterans Affairs benefits. They will work collaboratively with nationally chartered veterans organizations, the Department of Veterans Affairs and others to assure that veterans and their dependents receive the entitlements they have earned for their military service.

Other Resources:

Alcohol Rehab Help
Alcohol Rehab Help is an informational web guide created for people struggling with alcohol use disorders (AUD) and co-occuring mental health disorders.

Veteran Care Guide
This guide will help veterans, their surviving spouses, and dependents determine their financial and clinical eligibility requirements for VA Benefits. Additionally, it explains how to apply for benefits and covers the various veteran care options. 

 

Facilities

Anaheim VA Medical Clinic
2569 W. Woodland Drive
Anaheim, CA 92801
(714) 780-5400

Laguna Hills Clinic
25292 McIntyre Street
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
(949) 269-0700

OC Community Services Veterans Service Office County Operation Building 
County Operation Building
1300 S. Grand Avenue, Building B
Santa Ana, CA 92705
(714) 480-6555
714-567-7674 Fax

OC Vet Center
12453 Lewis Street, Suite 101
Garden Grove, CA 92840
(714) 776-0161
 

Santa Ana VA Medical Clinic
Brookhollow Business Park
1506 Brookhollow Drive, Suite 100
Santa Ana, CA 92705
(714) 434-4600

VA Long Beach Healthcare System
5901 E. 7th Street
Long Beach, CA 90822
(562) 826-8000 or (888) 769-8387

VA San Diego Healthcare System
3350 La Jolla Village Drive
San Diego, CA 92161
(858) 552-8585 or (800) 331-8387

Vet Center - South County
26431 Crown Valley Parkway
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
(949) 348-6700

 

COMMUNITY

2023 Community Services Commission

Notice

The City of Lake Forest is accepting applications to serve on the Community Services Commission. Applications must be submitted online using this form and must be received by 5 p.m. on Wednesday, January 11, 2023.

The Community Services Commission advises the City Council on matters pertaining to the acquisition, development, and maintenance of public parks and recreational facilities. The Commission also advises the City Council on matters relating to recreational programs and provides advice to the Community Services Department.

This Commission meets the Wednesday after the first City Council meeting of each month, at 6:30 p.m. Commission members pledge upon appointment to represent the overall public good and not that of an exclusive group or interest and will sign an Ethics Policy upon appointment to the Commission. The City assigns a staff liaison to work with the Commission and facilitate communication between the Commission and the City Council.

In addition to attending the regular monthly Commission meetings, Commissioners are expected to periodically attend and participate in City programs and activities. Commissioners receive a salary of $59 per meeting, not to exceed $118 per month.

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I attest to the following: 1. I am a legal resident of the City of Lake Forest. 2. I am registered to vote in the City of Lake Forest. 3. I am able to attend Community Services Commission meetings that are regularly scheduled on the Wednesday following the first Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. 4. I have submitted a Statement of Economic Interest, in accordance with the Political Reform Act. 5. I understand this application is a Public Record and may be made available to members of the public upon request, with personal contact information redacted. The information provided in this application is true and accurate.

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2023 Planning Commission Application

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The City of Lake Forest is accepting applications to serve on the Planning Commission. Applications must be submitted online using this form and must be received by 5 p.m. on Wednesday, January 11, 2023.

The City's Planning Commission is a decision-making body tasked with reviewing matters related to planning and development in the City. The Planning Commission consists of five members which are appointed by the City- Council with Commissioners serving four-year terms. Typical projects reviewed by the Planning Commission include applications for new development, proposed changes in zoning or the text of the Municipal Code, as well as review proposed subdivisions of land. The Planning Commission is also responsible for making recommendations to the City Council as to whether a project or action would be consistent with the General Plan.

The Commission meets on the same week in which the City Council holds their first meeting of the month on Thursdays and meetings commence at 6:30 p.m. In addition to attending the regular monthly Commission meetings, Commissioners are expected to periodically attend and participate in City programs and activities.

Commissioners receive a salary of $118 per meeting, not to exceed $236 per month.

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2023 Traffic and Parking Commission

Notice

The City of Lake Forest is accepting applications to serve on the Traffic and Parking Commission. Applications must be submitted online using this form and must be received by 5 p.m. on Friday, March 24, 2023. There is currently one seat available on the commission.

The Traffic and Parking Commission advises the City Council on issues relating to parking and the safe and efficient movement of traffic, including vehicles, bicycles, pedestrians, and other modes of transportation upon the circulation network of the City. The Commission will provide recommendations related to traffic and parking including, but not limited to traffic and parking related field studies, requests for traffic control devices, requests for permit parking and street sweeping parking restrictions, and other related matters.

This Commission meets the Monday prior to the first City Council meeting of each month, at 6:30 p.m. Commission members pledge upon appointment to represent the overall public good and not that of an exclusive group or interest and will sign an Ethics Policy upon appointment to the Commission. The City assigns a staff liaison to work with the Commission and facilitate communication between the Commission and the City Council. In addition to attending the regular monthly Commission meetings, Commissioners are expected to periodically attend and participate in City programs and activities.

Commissioners receive a salary of $118 per meeting, not to exceed $236 per month.

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Tell us about your vision for the City: Please limit your comments to 200 words each for Questions 16-18.

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I attest to the following: 1. I am a legal resident of the City of Lake Forest. 2. I am registered to vote in the City of Lake Forest. 3. I am able to attend Traffic and Parking Commission meetings that are regularly scheduled the Monday prior to the first City Council meeting each month ar 6:30 p.m. 4. I have submitted a Statement of Economic Interest, in accordance with the Political Reform Act. 5. I understand this application is a Public Record and may be made available to members of the public upon request, with personal contact information redacted. The information provided in this application is true and accurate.

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Responsible Pet Ownership

Vet / Clinic:
20780 Lake Forest Dr., Lake Forest, CA 92630, (949) 600-8310
23162 El Toro Frontage Road, Lake Forest, CA 92630 (949) 837-5222
29040 Portola Parkway, Lake Forest, CA 92630 (949) 380-1255
24301 Muirlands Blvd Ste P, Lake Forest, CA 92630, (949) 837-7660
22377 El Toro Road, Lake Forest, CA 92630, (949) 855-9744
3 Rancho Circle, Lake Forest, CA 92630, (949) 581-7979
26741 Rancho Pkwy Suite 105-D, Lake Forest, CA 92630 (949) 354-5201 BlissAnimalHospital.com

Owner Information

City: Lake Forest

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