10 Best Cities for Veterans in the United States

10 Best Cities for Veterans in the United States
In Today's video, we look at the best cities for retired veterans to move to. This is a list that has been requested for years. Not sure why I never did it but here it is. When Military personnel retire or retire with a disability they like to be in areas where they can make use of their benefits and be close to help and support when needed. Most cities have programs for veterans, some just have more than others and that is how they make this list.
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[@WorldAccordingToBriggs]

How many Vets do I have here?

[@James-zg2nl]

🫡

[@jimwhittaker5838]

Here

[@Vsaggo]

Here. Thanks for looking out for us! This video prompted me to finally subscribe.

[@andrewlally4645]

Hill Air Force Base Utah.

[@francisgill8555]

Here, and thanks for the great info!

[@WOLFIE-96B-UK]

I'm a 68 year old UK veteran 🇬🇧 Just want to send my utmost respect to all veterans both here and the USA 🇺🇸. True brotherhood is something few people experience in life.

[@bigsasha500]

We love you brother

[@TracyShead-Stamey]

Thank you for your service from a US Army Veteran.

[@Jefff72]

Thank you! I was deployed twice where RAF was also deployed. You guys are a lot of fun to drink with!

[@Milk764]

You cracked the code

[@TheTouchdownWithDougSmith]

❤💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼

[@Asghar19019]

Respect to the Veterans serving for their country.

[@ANON-el4eu]

😂😂😂😂 its their job. Praising them for their job is so pathetic!

[@thullraven1]

As a war veteran, I thank you.

[@thullraven1]

@@ANON-el4eu Why? We praise Fire Fighters and Police Officers that risk their lives for their communities, and they are doing their job. A veteran is someone that put his life up on the line in the service of his/her nation. It's a life of purpose, and I'm sure beyond your comprehension judging by your ignorant comment.

[@TBIhope]

@@ANON-el4eu can I praise my oncologist for removing my cancer when I was 16? He was just doing his job. Can I thank the cashier at a local supermarket for bagging my groceries? That’s her job. Would it be appropriate to thank anyone, in your opinion, or are you just entitled and (I’m assuming) unhappy?

[@proudveteran4696]

Thank you

[@firefighter1c57]

I'm a disabled veteran, I just started to walk again last week after an accident. This whole video, and your story about recently losing your buddy to cancer just has had my eyes watering a little.

[@jtay1393]

Hey Brother Barry! I was in a wheelchair since June of 22 and by staying away from the VA, and using alternative methods, I am up and around again, albeit slow goes it. Hope you heal quickly and completely. Do Tai Chi as soon as you can!

[@JonyRotten]

Hope the 5 months since you posted this have been good for your recovery

[@firefighter1c57]

@@JonyRotten thank you, I am better than I was 5 months ago, but I am still a long way away from where I was before. Just keep fighting the good fight, and I know I will come out on top.

[@carlsnedeker3429]

Hill AFB in Layton, UT, is one of the biggest Air Force bases in the U.S. Made up of many government contracting companies such as Northrop Grumman, Lockheed Martin, BAE Systems, and Boeing. The base has several fighter jets and ICBM testing/development as their main missions.

[@wiccachick73]

I was just about to say this. 😀

[@tetontom1]

.... also Tooele army base.

[@docreynolds59]

How you couldn't find Hill AFB is crazy. They have F35's n F22's flying out of there.

[@kchapmanprovo]

They have a great museum too!

[@alanholck7995]

And Dugway Proving Ground.

[@stuffandjunkandthings364]

As a Vet myself, I picked Texas. The VA isn't the greatest here (not for lack of facilities, but it takes MONTHS to be seen), but because of the state benefits for Vets. There are small business incentives, property tax reductions (if disabled), and most of the employers are pretty enthusiastic about hiring us. Besides, my ex-wife hated Texas, and me too- so my chances of having to see her again are nearly zero! Win/win. RIP to your buddy, and thank you for making the video, Briggs.

[@TheDustysix]

See the Patient Advocate. Inform the Advocate that the Mission Act Law requires VA appointment within 30 days and 30 mile drive. Help not forthcoming? Get an appointment with your Congressman's Vet Rep. I only had to go to Mike Waltz's Office ONCE! After that, everything goes well.

[@justtheilluminativ282]

Thank you for your service, Briggs! And respect for the other veterans who fought for this nation! 🫡 🇺🇸

[@thullraven1]

As a war veteran, I thank you.

[@Cloudy_The_Immortal]

when did we fight for this country? we fought for the interests of the wealthy and powerful. we shouldnt be praised as heros, not every soldier is a good person. no one living alive today except for ww2 veterans fought for the safety or well being of american citizens nor to protect them. every skirmish and war we have had was between rulers and powerful people and we served as thier weapons. i know alot of soldiers who diud horrible things overseas. this whole praising thing just because qwe had a job for a few years needs to ease up. WE DIDNT FIGHT FOR ANYTHING!!

[@thullraven1]

@@Cloudy_The_Immortal Well, my fellows that I was engaged in firefights alongside might disagree. I'm not going to debate your skewed view. Not all firefighters and Police are good people either. It doesn't mean the majority of them that are good people shouldn't be recognized for the sacrifices they make. The Military is the same. A blank check payable by up to your life. Please don't respond. I don't wish to debate you.

[@heidimarchant5438]

@@Cloudy_The_Immortal Oh ye of little faith, there is so much you don't know, there's a reason wars are not consumed on our own soil. Great thanks to all whom have served! God bless!

[@solarguy1702]

Hill AFB is in Utah

[@thetravelingunderwood]

Thank you for your service. Thank you for this video. My dad was a WWII veteran. He served in Burma. It blesses me to see areas that do so much for our veterans. I thank all of the veterans and families for their service.

[@ggstrauss]

My husband was in the Navy for four years in the 80s. It was peacetime so he didn’t see action. I’m still proud of him for giving four years to our country. ❤ God bless our veterans and active military.

[@thullraven1]

As a war veteran, I thank you.

[@JamminClemmons]

**ggstrauss,** - I was active duty all thru the 1980's, & 1990's, thru to 2003. The 80's was not peactime. It was the Ronnie Reagan cold war era.

[@Haikuone]

He is entitled to benefits if he acquired any issues or aggravated a previous problem while on active duty. Just a thought!

[@charlesmiller6826]

A Veteran is someone who writes a check for the country up to and including their life. Just because the check never got cashed doesn't mean they aren't deserving of the title and all that comes with it.

[@thullraven1]

@@charlesmiller6826 Spot on! Thank You! 👍

[@barryschlegel5616]

I am a retired USAF Vet. You missed Hill AFB located North of Salt Lake near Ogden. It's massive. military installation home to a large tactical fighter wing and Air Logistics Center. I don't know how you could have missed this. Have another look. It also houses a beautiful Aviation Museum located just off I-15.

[@njasanie23]

Thank you all for those who served 🫡🫡

[@thullraven1]

As a war veteran, I thank you.

[@nickconner2101]

My dad is retired Air Force Colonel in Huntsville, Alabama. The site of Red Stone Arsenal and the US Space and Rocket Center means plenty of work for veterans (Army and Air Force in particular). Excellent city (especially compared with the rest of Alabama) with great healthcare and relatively low cost of living and lots of love for our veterans! Was surprised this didn’t make your list.

[@paulrouth5997]

I'm a veteran living in Orange County in CA and I have found the VA health center in Long Beach to be outstanding in its mental and physical health care of veterans. Thanks for making the video.

[@horacesubayar794]

My brother is a nurse at the Long Beach VA hospital and I'm sure he'd appreciate a vet calling the LB health center top-notch.

[@goodluckyoureonyourown3684]

LBVA has me a little confused. I went for my physical and they started asking me all these questions as a precursor to sex change. That's fine, whatever. But I got to thinking later that maybe they have become me relaxed on elective surgery. My job requires safety glasses and in a prescription for are really a hassle. So I called to see if I could get cut or zapped or whatever so I wouldn't have to pay for $600 prescription safety glasses every two years. Nope. If I was born in the wrong body below the waist they can start to do something. Anything above the neck and I guess you are on your own?

[@redsorgum]

I've going to LBVA since 1983, it definitely has changed since I first started going there.

[@Gumby56]

Paul, I'm a veteran (USAF) and living in Westminster and use the VA in LB as well and you are correct!!!

[@mglenn7092]

VA Long Beach always took great care of me. Saved my life when I had a pulmonary embolism in 2020. As far as I can tell, one of the best VA Hospitals - but like everything West Coast, nowhere to be found on a Briggs list. While the spots Briggs likes - 'bout the only place which isn't a complete s***hole is Providence, Rhode Island....

[@joshcal7370]

A quick note about something you said about the discharge type. I know a lot of vets get out because they got in trouble triggered by their PTSD. For most programs, you only need an honorable stretch of service. So if you made it through a whole term and reenlisted, even if you get in trouble in your second term, your first is still considered honorable. I work with vets who got in trouble because of their disabilities and a lot of people don't know that.

[@bjs301]

Thanks for your service, Briggs, and sorry for your loss. My father fought in WWII, and my oldest brother in Vietnam. Dad came home full of shrapnel, which finally killed him just after I turned 4. My brother graduated from college with honors after his service was over, raised a wonderful family and had an outstanding business career. I am going to watch the video again, and finally try to figure out how to share one of these.

[@bjs301]

@Oats J. Mule Well I'm just an old man, but let me thank you for serving your country. I hope you're doing well. My brother returned flying into San Francisco, still in military garb. He was constantly spit on and cursed at by civilians, all the way to his hotel. He was fortunate to find an absolute angel after he got home. People today just do not appreciate the abuse you Vietnam vets took after putting your lives on the line for your countrymen.

[@jjsmith6959]

I’m surprised Las Vegas didn’t make the list! Air Force brat, veteran and now spouse to a soldier retiring in a few years, thank you for your service. This video is definitely helpful!

[@dawninthemountains]

As a veteran myself and a mom of one of those veterans coming out of the Army with what looks like 100% disability, I really appreciate you doing this video.

[@ProudUSNAVYVeteran]

Thank you! 🇺🇸

[@eugeniaalthen8287]

Being a Vietnam Era Veteran I’m so happy that we are being acknowledged for serving our country. U S Navy Veteran

[@ThompsonSmith-xo5sd]

Hello Eugenia How are you doing today?

[@wmelzer]

😊Howdy ya’ll, As a 100% disabled Vet, I can’t say enough about the VA systems in Nevada. The VA hospital in North Las Vegas is above all reproach. I don’t have kind enough words for this facility! My thanks also to the individual this post.

[@seanjones7474]

I'm 70%, you have any references/ advice to get me to 100?

[@colt8282]

That’s the worst Va I’ve been to. They literally lie cheat and try to murder vets.

[@ProudUSNAVYVeteran]

Thank you! 🇺🇸

[@janetstorm7881]

I served 9 1/2 years in the army but now live in Northern Virginia and there are no places more beautiful than McLean, Fairfax City, Burke, Loudon County, etc., and the VA Center a fairly short drive away in DC, but also Ft. Belvoir. I absolutely love this area ❤. Northern Virginia Rocks!

[@willrobinson4976]

As a veteran, I thank you for this video.

[@holmgrown]

Glad to see all those cities doing good for veterans , some cities I know are great for Veterans were not on the list. Any effort to help veterans is is honorable and as a disabled Veteran I'm thankfull

[@lilbatz]

Shout out to the VA hospitals in Ann Arbor and Detroit. Thank you for taking care of my Navy Dad. He fought with everyone at the civilian hospitals, and refused to do anything. Transfered him to Ann Arbor, and then Detroit, how he loved you. For the next 20 months he tried so hard, and never gave any of the staff a minute of lip. When he died, everyone stood in the hallway to pay respects as his body was wheeled. Everything just stopped. I remember a bell chiming until he left the floor. I remember crying so hard. I was sobbing because he loved the Navy, and he loved all the staff. He was so proud to serve. And I was grateful how well he was treated. USS FD Roosevelt⚓️

[@kensnyder9372]

Hear Hear !!!

[@DrNeubertJR]

It’s a level 1a facility one of the best

[@hildeschmid8400]

❤

[@noahnavarro6155]

Whether this video would take a dive or not, doesn’t matter what matters is posting this for awareness for our veterans as a veteran myself appreciate this video. Thank you for doing it.

[@lockelamora0717]

Thank you and all veterans for your service.

[@jpturner171]

I’m Vietnam veteran 68 years old. Thanks for the information brother.!

[@scotthenning2890]

I am not a veteran. However, I have my oldest brother who is a Vietnam veteran. He’s daughter and her husband both served in Afghanistan and Iraq. There all doing well. Thanks for doing this video Briggs. Thank you for your Service 🇺🇸🇺🇸👍🏻😊

[@tennmcclain]

I am the widow of a USMC veteran. I watch your channel often. I really appreciate this video.

[@thelonemoose4718]

On behalf of all Veterans Briggs... THANK YOU!! Now for some additional comments: #10 you forgot to mention the DC VA Medical Center. The VHA (Veteran's Health Administration) considers it their flag ship medical center. The care is GREAT!! I was seen there for my 6.5 years working for the VBA (Veteran's Benefit Administration) in DC. #7 Tampa - actually if a Veteran is rated at 100% service connected disability they are eligible for a military ID card (if they are not medically retired). The process is a bit tedious to get one, but it's well worth it in the long run. #2 I worked in the Salt Lake City VBA Regional Office (located on the medical center compound) for 2 years, and loved it there. Utah has some decent Veterans benefits, but the best in my opinion is the property tax exemption. Utah exempts the portion of a Veterans total property taxes (home and vehicles) equal to their percentage of VA disability. If a Veteran is rated at 70% disabled by the VBA then Utah exempts 70% of their property taxes. #1 In my last role at the VBA Headquarters I worked closely with the Providence VBA Regional Office (when the current Director of that office was a Rating Specialist trainee in Salt Lake City, I was his mentor). That office is very pro-veteran and will go out of their way to help any Veteran in need! Personally I think you missed a big one and that is San Antonio, TX - Military City USA! San Antonio is served by the South Texas Veterans Healthcare network. They have the Audie L. Murphy VA Medical Center, with a whole bunch of Community Based Outpatient Clinics in town and around south Texas. The South Texas University Medical Center is located right next door and they share services and medical trainees rotate between facilities. Texas has some unique Veteran benefits, such as the Texas Veterans Land Board, and homestead property tax exemptions. For all 100% service connected disabled Veterans all property taxes are waived - however, the Veteran does have to apply for it via their county appraisal district. They also have one of the most generous post secondary education benefits of other states in this region. I hope all Veterans take the time to read these comments - some may find it useful.

[@amberw9187]

Came here to say this...missed the most Veteran friendly city in the US. San Antonio.

[@abejr2513]

TEXAS in general is the most Veteran friendly state in the USA. You forgot to add the Hazlewood act Grant.

[@thelonemoose4718]

@@abejr2513 Abe, you are correct, I did forget to mention Hazlewood Act - my bad. It didn't cross my mind, sorry about that!!

[@thelonemoose4718]

@@amberw9187 I agree with you. San Antonio, also known as Military City USA, is a great place for Veterans and their families. I was stationed at Ft. Sam 4 times during my Army service for various medical and leadership trainings. Plus, I've lived north of town at the base of the Hill Country for 10 years now. Thanks for the comment Amber, you are spot-on!

[@madmandocrypto]

The list for those wanting to get to the point (still recommend watching the video). 1. Providence, Rhode Island 2. Salt Lake City, Utah 3. Miami, Florida 4. St. Louis, Missouri 5. Syracuse, New York 6. Des Moines, Iowa 7. Tampa, Florida 8. Atlanta, Georgia 9. Dayton, Ohio 10. Washington D.C. Good info, surprised with some info and that others didn't make the cut. Thanks for the video, good to keep updated on this since it changes as services come online and go away. Keep up the good work.

[@garretyoung2173]

Thank you for your service Briggs, parents served in the Air Force and it gave the strong foundation for life

[@dianekraemer5989]

Being a military mom, I loved the information. Thank you!

[@IAmWoody]

Thank you for this, Briggs. Being an empty nest single parent, and disabled veteran, I am now looking to move from my home state. This has helped me to narrow it down on another level.

[@kaylabrown3895]

As an active duty mil spouse of a veteran retiring in less than 3 years; I want to thank you for this video. We are unsure of where we want to move in a few years, and videos like this always help. I know St Louis gets a bad rap, but it is such an amazing city. Free museums, free zoo, most places give a miltary discount, and Scott AFB is just across in IL for federal jobs. Florida is sounding better than TX now that I have listened to this list.

[@KennDewh]

I'm a peacetime veteran who does not feel entitled to veteran benefits. So many of my brothers and sisters deserve these so much more. Nevertheless, appreciate your video. I'm entering retirement soon and trying to figure out where to go. I'm currently in PA and don't want to stay here. Thanks for the great content as usual.

[@haseo8244]

Usually the state with the most or largest military bases are the best.

[@Chris_at_Home]

I served for four years but never really considered myself a veteran as I never served in a war zone or got a campaign ribbon. When I grew up we considered people that served in war zones as Veterans.

[@kendall5903]

You're entitled

[@ardentlions6636]

But you raised your hands to give your life, that is honorable no combat needed.

[@ProudUSNAVYVeteran]

As a Gulf War veteran, service to our country is the same, regardless of when and where you’ve served. Thank you and God bless America!

[@johng.hartung1925]

I was delighted to see Syracuse on this list. I was in the USAF in the 80’s and eventually wound up here for grad studies and teaching. I decided to just stay here as a citizen. The VA hospital was one of the main reasons. I know that Syracuse rarely makes any of your lists and when it does, it’s usually not something good. But I knew it would if it was about veterans. Thanks.

[@jarvisstradford7211]

I am shocked San Antonio and Colorado Springs did not made it on the list

[@Post_and_Ghost]

Can’t say anything about San Antonio but I moved to Colorado Springs in September and they told me they weren’t taking new patients even though I was just transferring until April at the earliest. Apparently 1 new patient a week.

[@sandrabryant2450]

Yes, I am surprised as well! I’m retired Army living in San Antonio since 2006. We are known as Military Ciry USA. Curious what your requirements were…

[@thullraven1]

@@sandrabryant2450 I said the same thing. He dropped the ball on this one. SA should have been number one. Heck, there's FIVE Air Force bases and an Army base there.

[@troyjenkins2332]

San Antonio is great! Also Dallas-Ft Worth has a large number of satellite clinics in the area so care is easy to find. Only bases though are the Ft Worth NAS and the reserve base in Grand Prairie for Exchange services. Ft Hood is a few hours away as an option.

[@thullraven1]

@@troyjenkins2332 You're right. I'm in DFW. The fact that San Antonio, Military City, was slighted just boggles my mind. SA should be number one.

[@christinec7352]

Briggs, thanks for posting this video. It's a wonderful way to honor your friend, and it will help many veterans. My husband is a vet and we are looking for a retirement city, so this information helps us alone. Just FYI, Hill AFB is in Ogden UT, and the Army has Tooele Army Depot and Dugway Proving Ground, both in Tooele County.

[@wandahall4435]

My Daddy was A Vietnam vet He was in the Navy Thanks 😊 for serving Love 💘 ❤ 😘 💕 ♥ 💖

[@jerrycoblentz6912]

As a veteran I thank you for this video

[@purpleepicicon]

I used to live in eastern Idaho. They had (or maybe still have) DAV vans that ran every other day on weekdays down to Salt Lake and back. For those of us who had appointments on days when the van didn't run the hospital had a hoptel available. For those who don't know what a hoptel is, it's where the hospital has one wing set aside to let us veterans stay in rooms free of charge as long as we were there for appointments and such, with food service provided. I've seen several VA hospitals and the George E. Wahlen is by far the best I've been to. It was where I had my spine fused and they had pretty much the best spine surgeon in the country do it. The care I received afterwards for recovery and rehabilitation was also top notch.

[@denismcmahon6594]

Hi Briggs and thank you for posting this. The V.A. supported my dad from 1965 (3 heart attacks) until 1989 when he passed. These days these folk need all the help they can get and helping them find it is just common sense. I hope this video does better than expected and thank you., your son and brother for keeping us safe.

[@lorenechidester6250]

Thank you for doing this video. I am the mother of a disabled veteran, and I see the red tape that has to be sorted through in order to get care. I was very happy to see that Salt Lake City is #2 on this list! However, we live in St. George. Lovely town, but little in the way of VA support. What our veterans need it the ability to access civilian facilities if VA support isn't within a reasonable distance. Recently, my son faced a crisis, and the VA asked him to drive 350 miles to Salt Lake City for EMERGENCY care. Our government dollars at work.

[@elivr6046]

We Veterans can go to almost any public or private hospital, you don't have to stay in the VA system any longer

[@Fudgieguys1969]

Retired living in Tucson, AZ. I have been using the Southern Arizona VA Healthcare System since 2002 and have received excellent care. Have had several surgeries, and all is good. The city needs more Veteran's benefits, but the health system is one of the best in the country.

[@karencorbett5950]

Thank you to all who served, great video Briggs going to share it with my son who was in the Army,much love to you Briggs ❤️

[@ThompsonSmith-xo5sd]

Hello Karen How are you doing today?

[@madcatmorty]

I'm a USN veteran of 15 yrs. with 100% service connected. I'm currently residing in Illinois (not by choice) and plan on putting this state in my rearview when my son graduates HS in 2025. My original plan was to relocate to the ST. Augustine/Jacksonville, FL. area due to family in the area. But the tremendous growth in the area since I was last stationed there (NS Mayport, 2005) has given me second thoughts. Another place I was considering was Savana, GA. Hopefully when the time comes I'll make the right decision without remorse.

[@joinjen3854]

I was just in both places early 2023. Florida has gotten expensive. I suggest to go inland, like around Sebring or a town near there, or the panhandle. Southern Mississippi coast is really nice.

[@casperparks]

Briggs, thanks for doing this video! As a veteran, it means a lot to me. Didn't see any cities in the video I'd consider living in... It reminded me, if or when I make another cross country move to keep my healthcare provider (VA) in mind. Having a VA Hospital or Clinic with short drive makes life easier.

[@doublechomestead108]

Veteran here! Thanks for your service and this video!

[@toddryan0108]

Alaska and Illinois are fantastic for Veterans with a minimum of %50 disability rating you don’t pay any property tax. That’s huge. Texas also does a lot if you’re a native Texan upon entering service. Great video, God Bless our Veterans. God Bless America.

[@Jacob-he1lg]

Over all Illinois sucks, but they are pretty good to their vets.

[@hannahviolette4553]

Dude! That was an awesome video. My husband was in Panama in 1990 also, and did two tours in Iraq...discharged after Clinton downsized the ranks post Desert Storm. Never was interested in availing himself of too many services; he was one of the few to discharge without an injury or ailment, and he will never live in a big city, but you're right - this is a great resource for someone!

[@ThompsonSmith-xo5sd]

Hello Hannah How are you doing today?

[@brentbraten6680]

As a son of two WWII ves - Father was in the Marines and Mother was in the Navy - I thank you for making this video. They are both dead now but this video is needed.

[@ihsna79]

As a vet, I appreciate that you made this video. Thank you!

[@martcp71]

Good information as usual Briggs! I too am a veteran, and I wanted to say that if you are Veteran with a government security clearance, Virginia and Maryland are great places to live because of all the job opportunities. Keep up the great work, I hope you do more like this!

[@sarin7798]

Briggs, thank you for the video. Both my husband and I are Veterans. We are subscribers too 😀 sorry for not commenting sooner, got busy and forgot until now. We appreciate you and salute all Veterans!

[@James-zg2nl]

I am from Canada and served in the Canadian Army. I recently had to move from the region I was born and raised in British Columbia because of how awful… or rather non-existent veterans support is in BC. With my chronic health issues from my service injury I had to choose Edmonton as my new home to get assistance with my health struggles. So, honourable mention from the Great White North: Edmonton eh Thanks for making this video, Cheers.

[@redsorgum]

✌️🇺🇸🇨🇦✌️

[@Jefff72]

Coming from Minnesota, I feel a kinship with you guys. Some have jokingly called Minnesota your 11th Province.

[@James-zg2nl]

@@Jefff72 Yeah, Canada: we’ll take anyone who can tolerate the cold lol. I wish the border was more open, like it was before 9/11. We have far more in common than we do differences.

[@Jefff72]

@@James-zg2nl BTW we even have a suburb of St Paul called Little Canada.

[@Jefff72]

@@James-zg2nl Ya, I wish Ottowa & Washington could integrate their intel on terrorists. Or perhaps they do and still want to make things hard.

[@coachjimshields7515]

Thank you for putting this video out there bro. Always hate to hear about the loss of a fellow vet. God speed to his family.

[@feliciasampson8032]

I'm not a veteran though I once applied to the VA to conduct psychotherapy (at the time they were taking LCSW,s but not LMFTs). I found it very informative, and wanted to keep supporting your channel. Well done, Briggs!

[@carlpaladino427]

Give Briggs some love for doing this video. Thank you for this video and for your service. Vets have earned more than they receive

[@elizabethdavis6230]

Im a full time caregiver to my Mum and disabled combat vet Pa. As such I appreciate this video very much. We live in a good area for Vets. But I’m hopping to move if possible. Watch your videos all the time but have never commented before.

[@glenrathke6266]

Thank you for making this video. As a military veteran, feeling very proud that so many places value veterans. . There's something else, and it's possible that it's already been pointed out. Utah has Hill AFB; which (I think) is in the Salt Lake City area. Other branches of the military...not sure. . Again, thank you 😃

[@GenXfrom75]

I was hoping for this one! My husband is a 3x combat deployed Army veteran. We're currently in Charleston, SC, and considering a move. Thanks for this! 💞🇺🇲

[@REPSDirect]

I'm a vet in Las Vegas and surprised the VA Southern Nevada Healthcare System here isn't on your list. Beside a huge medical and mental hospital it has primary care centers in every corner of the city.

[@Paul-bw6eo]

God bless all you brave vets,truly special people.🇨🇦🇺🇸

[@sallykennedy7989]

My husband and I are both retired Army and in search of our “forever home”. THANK YOU for making this video!

[@sunsfever83]

Thank you for making this Briggs. I'm a vet living in the Chattanooga region, which is a part of the Nashville network. The care I have received has been excellent.

[@garyseitz6133]

I am a disabled veteran living in Virginia which I am surprised was not on the list. Thank you to everyone who served!

[@Dirk-my2zf]

State taxes kept me from staying in Virginia after I retired.

[@Jamie-ju5zb]

I wish we did more for our Veterans.

[@tjones2002]

Thank you for your service and creating this video. My son was stationed at Hill AFB in Utah for a few years. It’s a small base located north of Salt Lake City. I enjoyed visiting him and loved the mountains.

[@ernestgilbert7108]

Thank you for this information, as a disabled veteran I know how important the VA is for veterans. Palo Alto in the Bay Area and Northern California in Sacramento are both great options for veterans.

[@ronniedudley2697]

ABSOLUTELY 💯 I WENT THROUGH THE PTSD PROGRAM. THEY ARE THE BEST IN THE NATION 😎

[@Cloudy_The_Immortal]

the VA here in SF has treated me horribly. im about to be homeless again and wasted A year and a half because they said they would help get me ointo an apartment and my time is allmost up i should have went to work where i was headedi sually have a truck and trailer and go from job to jobso not destittute but becuase of health issues i decided it would be best to get settled.....i should have known not to trust the government!!

[@williamshaw8106]

Now if only they did a complete overhaul...we might get the care we need!!

[@Cloudy_The_Immortal]

@@williamshaw8106 it's horrible. I've waited a year and two months for a voucher to get into affordable housing. By this rate I could have worked and camped out in Oregon doing firewood and tree removal and I'd be in a better position. I don't get medical benefits however do get other benefits and help so SF had good insurance. All they needed to do was process this voucher and I've had 5 different caseworkers who had to start over each time.ilo be out of this SRO soon having accomplished nothing. I haven't heard anything from them in a month and a half¡ Now I see why ppl despise the VA

[@josiewalberg2263]

I am a VIET NAM VET and I would like you to know that I appreciate the videos that you do and wish you keep doing them , thanks .

[@karenchandler2921]

OMG 😲, Briggs, Thank you so much 😊 for FINALLY doing a video for the veterans. It took you long enough. Thank you for your service 🙏, Briggs. Go NAVY BEAT ARMY!! Guess which one I was in? My mom was Army..

[@WorldAccordingToBriggs]

Thank you

[@adamrondeau7810]

This is my first time commenting on one of your vids. As a US Army veteran, I appreciate you making this video immensely. My condolences on the loss of your buddy.

[@jl696]

Yes, health care is an important consideration for veterans. But, honestly, I think the cost of living combined with access to military facilities including health facilities would be the best way to assemble this list. In that regard, I'd certainly include San Antonio.

[@thullraven1]

I commented above the same thing. San Antonio has FIVE Air Force bases and an Army base. It should have been Number One on this list.

[@brandondeforest4997]

Sorry for your loss and Thank You for your service BROTHER!

[@ronricherson6685]

As a Veteran, I thank you. I live very close to the VA medical facility. They have always treated me well, like a rock star. Which is kinda appropriate because I was a keyboard player in the Air Force rock band (no joke). Anyway, I was working with a civilian facility with a horrible shoulder injury. It was taking months and months to get anywhere. Well... I finally went to the VA, was seen by a surgeon and he operated on me less than a week later! I have no complaints. But I had NO idea about any of those other locations. If I ever decide to relocate, I'll refer to this video as part of my consideration. Again, thank you!

[@drummermomcjs]

Great video. My father is a 26yr Air Force veteran, my husband is veteran, and several uncles and cousins are veterans. We live in Tucson, and there are quite a few great resources for veterans here. The VA hospital her expanded and is providing a host of services to veterans.

[@veezy3008]

I am from Gilbert and there is a VA hospital near the freeway next to my house!!

[@barbmac8572]

Thank you veterans and your families for your service. My husband served for 20 years in the USN. As we plan our future, he says it has to be close to a base, so this video was very helpful. I watched the ads, liked the video, shared the video and commented. And I am a subscriber. Thank you.

[@jameshall7048]

Currently on a rotation to Kuwait. This video is very helpful for when I plan to ETS. God Bless all the veterans here🙏🏾

[@michaeltipton5500]

I'm retired Air Force. Happy to see this video. My Sister was in the Army Reserves and was called into active duty during the Gulf War. They are now taking care of her medical needs. I'm Grateful.

[@TLewis-bv6ud]

Disabled Veteran here. Thanks for this video.

[@ArtofFreeSpeech]

Things you missed about Tampa, FL: Homestead exemption for 100% disabled vets, no state income tax, so if you get a VA pension, you get it 100% tax free.

[@islandon22]

Thank you for honoring your friend and all US Veterans.

[@Sadgrad]

HUGE Thank You for this video! I'm a vet currently looking to relocate and because of my disabilities I have to make my decision almost entirely based on access to VA medical facilities. This video showed me quite a few options I honestly never considered and some I didn't even know about. Again, thank you.

[@ProudUSNAVYVeteran]

Research North West Arkansas. Bella Vista or Bentonville. Fayetteville VA is outstanding and the best of many I have went to throughout the years. It’s beautiful here!

[@l.ferrer7923]

Where are the biggest bases? 🤔 That could also be a clue. Maybe look into Hampton Roads/S.E. Virginia, Texas (DFW/San Antonio), Washington state. If vets also happen to be looking for GS jobs, vets (esp. with disability) have priority (extra points) in application. Yes, vets with disability can still work even if receiving benefits, unless TDIU. We love the mild winters and summer (military-only) beaches here in Norfolk area, Virginia!

[@lonestarrk9308]

Vet here. Hill AFB is in Utah. I’m 70% disabled and I’ve watched all your videos on where to retire on social security to gauge where I could live if I did decide to retire in my 40’s. Love the video and channel. Keep it up.

[@rosemoore5364]

Thank you Sir. I am a veteran and appreciate you doing this video for us. Have a nice day.

[@jeffreya9072]

Thanks for the video and thanks for your service. I’m a retired disabled vet in northwest Florida. It’s great here. The scope of benefits that Florida provides is hard to match. Tons of healthcare too, with all the demand from vet and civ retirees alike.

[@alexjames1681]

Here in Pasco County the Tampa area veterans are allover the place 😝, especially in my little town Zephyrhills ..

[@dragonfly672]

As a vet Thanks for your service to all vets looking to relocate Thanks God Bless us all we the people

[@PortersPortfolio]

Thanks Briggs! Here in Northern, CA we are improving. For example, on Bay Area Bridges as long as you have registered with the DMV as a Veteran you have no bridge toll, we have programs like Swords to Plow shares that offer lots of help like paying a portion of your rent for a time to help you get back on your feet. I have been a patient at VA Palo Alto since 2004 and I have had lots of help over the years, many of of our public transportation services offer some sort of discount for disabled vets, and if you are homeless they have greatly improved support services. But it's CA, there are so many homeless vets. The one thing I wish there was more of was Exchanges and Commissaries. As of now I only know of Coast Guard Island Alameda, Monterey, and Travis AFB. Still, we're not doing too bad up here. Can't wait to see the list for the worst 10 cities for veterans 😂

[@glenn7152]

The old Moffett Naval base In Mountain View CA. has a commissary. About 30minutes South of Frisco. Check it out.

[@PortersPortfolio]

@@glenn7152 Thanks! I didn't realize the commissary was still open.

[@donaldduck2405]

I'm in San Francisco, and the VA system has gotten better. Their still a few that should be fired. I got one racist pinay Emergency Head Nurse fired. I had to go to the Palo Alto VA Hospital podiatrist to see about my my foot and ankle. Other that, they're excellent. The VA Downtown Clinic with Richard running things is the place to go for homeless veterans, with showers,clothing, washing machines and dryer, VASH,programs, food every day,etc... But COVID-19 changed a lot of things drastically😢. RLTW

[@theBobCrowder]

Disabled vet here - Utah native and happily retired back in my home state after 27yrs in the Navy. My oldest son worked as a CNA in the VA system while going to school - vets plan their end of life care for here because the VA hospital is within walking distance of the University of Utah medical school which is definitely in the top 5 in the US. Also the Intermountain Health Care system provides support to veterans.

[@sharonwheat3659]

I am surprised that the Puget Sound area did not make your list. Joint Base Lewis McCord (JBLM) us large facility offering comissaries and retail shopping, a wide variety of recreational opportunities, libraries, youth programs, etc. Madigan is a huge hospital that addresses the needs of both in-patient and out-patient veterans and their families.

[@west4127]

I Loved JBLM it’s just so expensive

[@gemsurf208]

I lived in the area for 5 years as a 100% service connected veteran. The Puget Sound VA is so over stressed and overwhelmed they can't properly care for the veterans needs. At least thru 2012 when I left. Moved back home to the Boise area and the VA here is head and shoulders better than Western Wa. Not there fault... just too many veterans for the facilities and employees to handle. Hopefully it has changed since then.

[@keithkilgore]

I am a veteran and I appreicate this video very much. Tampa is my hometown too.

[@JeffWitty]

Thank you for this video, Shared and liked! As an Army veteran who served on active duty during peacetime in the mid-late 90s, honorably discharged, and no military related disabilities (but I have a disability, post-Army) - I feel a lotta us are forgotten. Sure, I'm happy that a lotta my brothers and sisters who were injured/military related disability can get help. I know many who kind of used/abused the system to get a rating even though they are fine. This is why there is such a high number of injured/disabled among us. I keep getting told to get rated for my disability - even though i didn't become disabled until decades after my service. It just doesn't feel right. The budget is blown because so many of use felt like "we're owed". Anyway, just felt like sharing. I joined as a reservist during the Gulf War, then went active in 95. Saw the war as a contractor in 03 in Iraq.

[@Cloudy_The_Immortal]

see!! you get it!!!!

[@princepage632]

thank you briggs. i am a veteran us army!! we veterans served

[@aardvaarkmaark]

Thank you Mr. Briggs for making this video. I'm glad to discover so many cities and facilities that are dedicated to helping us Vets. (US Army SGT/E-5/97B). Are you familiar with the Southern Oregon Rehabilitation Center and Clinics in White City Oregon just outside of Medford? It's a very good facility staffed with dedicated workers.

[@jimreidy2605]

Thank you to all of veterans and their families for everything.

[@Oneman1life2live]

Great video Briggs! One vet to another thank you for your service! I retired from the Air Force last year and settled in Georgia. BTW, I'm not big on Utah either but they do have Hill AFB just north of SLC. Its a major aircraft overhaul facility and its where most of the Air Force's maintenance multimedia training (you know those wonderful CBTs) are developed.

[@martinwilliams6903]

From a retired Veteran to you. Thank you for your service, and great job on your videos !!!....

[@TheVibes_TV]

Thank you so much for this video it helped me a lot. Being a Disabled Veteran myself this helped me narrow down my next move. Thank you for your service amd keep putting out amazing content my friend.....

[@nightengale2123]

This video showed up in my feed and was pleasantly surprised due to it's smaller size that the Providence VA ranked # 1 as I spent the last 21 of my 44 year R.N. career working in primary care at this VA. One of the programs Providence VA prides itself for and is where the nationwide homeless Veteran program began which was initiated by and formerly under the leadership of Dr. Thomas O'Toole who was my service chief. And having worked in the homeless Vet clinic from time to time you can't find a more dedicated staff to homeless Vets than the individuals who works in this clinic. So a shout out to my former colleagues who are still working in this clinic, and to all the Providence Vets I provided many years of nursing care to that made going to work every day for me a joy. 😊

[@markplacey5326]

Briggs, Thanks for taking the time to put this together. Semper Fi.