Los Angeles — the City of Angels — is home to one of the largest and most diverse veteran populations in the United States. With more than half a million veterans spread across Greater Los Angeles, Southern California has been shaped by military service at every level, from the storied installations of Camp Pendleton and Edwards Air Force Base to the quiet suburban neighborhoods where generations of military families have put down roots. For the men and women who have worn the uniform and answered their nation’s call, returning home to Los Angeles can be both an opportunity and a challenge. Wounded Warriors Family Support (WWFS) is proud to stand alongside these heroes and their families every step of the way.

Los Angeles has always shared a powerful bond with the American military. From the crowds that gathered to welcome troops home at Los Angeles International Airport to the solemn ceremonies held each year at the Los Angeles National Cemetery in Westwood, this city honors its warriors with authentic and enduring pride. Yet behind the ceremonies and monuments, many veterans face a more difficult reality. Los Angeles presents unique challenges for those returning from service: a severe housing shortage, among the highest costs of living in the nation, a fragmented healthcare system, and the painful isolation that can accompany the transition to civilian life in one of America’s most sprawling, complex cities.

Wounded Warriors Family Support was built to provide exactly that sustained, specialized support. Founded with the singular mission of assisting the families of those who have been wounded, injured, or killed during combat service, WWFS delivers programs that address the full spectrum of veteran and military family needs. In Los Angeles, those needs are as diverse as the communities spread from the beaches of Santa Monica to the valleys of the San Fernando and beyond.