Custer County Veterans
Local, statewide, and national organizations that support Custer County veterans and their families. If you need help, start with any of the contacts below — or apply for Veterans Trust Fund assistance online.
Apply for AssistanceIf you or a veteran you know is going through a hard time, reach the Veterans Crisis Line any time: dial 988 then press 1, or text 838255. You can also chat online at VeteransCrisisLine.net.
Free, confidential help filing VA disability claims, enrolling in VA health care, and accessing federal and state veteran benefits.
Custer County VSO
Dominic Edginton (719) 618-8266
Cortney Shank (719) 429-4526
Emergency assistance through the Veterans Trust Fund (VTF), advocacy, and camaraderie for local veterans.
VTF Coordinator
Geoff Schram (719) 285-7090
Community support, veteran advocacy, and fellowship for Custer County veterans and their families.
Post Contact
Richard Posadas (719) 242-3474
County services including the Veterans Service Office, Human Services, and emergency management.
205 S 6th St, Westcliffe, CO
Veteran-founded, nature-based nonprofit offering equine-assisted learning and land-based healing for veterans and their families.
Westcliffe, CO (Custer County)
Animal-assisted therapy and therapeutic riding; programming is offered to veterans at no cost through a VA Western Colorado partnership.
Loma, CO
Equine-assisted therapy and counseling for service members, veterans, and first responders healing from combat trauma.
Boulder, CO
Healing Of Our Veterans Equine Services — fully funded 5-day intensive equine programs for veterans, first responders, and families.
Swanton, OH
Holistic wellness center offering handcrafted apothecary products and personalized healing services for physical, mental, and spiritual well-being.
Cañon City, CO
The Colorado Division of Veterans & Military Affairs administers the state Veterans Trust Fund and statewide veteran benefits and programs.
The Colorado Small Business Development Center Network offers free, confidential consulting and low-cost training to help veterans start and grow a business.
Discounted resort stays and travel benefits for active military, veterans, and their families.
A veteran-owned small business crafting natural salves and balms — one of many veteran-owned businesses worth supporting.