Hire Heroes USA

LGBTQ+ Veterans · Maine · Free

Free career coaching and employment services for veterans. Useful for trans veterans seeking gender-affirming care through the VA (now expanded since 2022). Discharge upgrade applications can be filed through the DRB or BCMR; LGBTQ+-specialized attorneys help pro bono. Over 100,000 service members were discharged under DADT and predecessor policies — most are eligible for discharge upgrades and benefits restoration. Free service; donations support but never gate access.

Contact & Details

Address: Nationwide

Hours: Online

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