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The Veterans Lounge provides a welcoming, supportive, and inclusive space for student veterans, active-duty military members, reservists, National Guard members, and military-connected students to connect, recharge, and build community. The lounge serves as a dedicated place where veterans can find camaraderie with fellow students who share similar experiences, access campus and community resources, and engage with programs and services designed to support their academic, personal, and professional success.
The Veterans Lounge also strengthens the university's commitment to recognizing and supporting those who have served our nation. By fostering connection, belonging, and peer support, the lounge helps student veterans transition successfully into university life and empowers them to thrive as members of the campus community.
The space is going through renovations with hopes to open on November 10th and announced during the Veterans Day Celebration.
Contact
Deanna Perez
dperez@fit.edu
Denius Rm 216
(Request swipe access)
Phone: (321) 647-8096
Veterans Lounge Location
Evans Hall
2745 Country Club Rd.,
Melbourne, FL, 32901
Resources
Veterans Lounge Services and Resources
- Peer networking and mentoring opportunities with other student veterans and military-connected students
- Academic support, study sessions, and access to university resources
- Career and professional development programs, including resume assistance, networking, internships, and employer connections
- Workshops addressing topics such as transitioning from military service to higher education, financial literacy, benefits, leadership, and career planning
- Social events, recognition programs, and activities that build camaraderie and community
- Opportunities to connect with campus departments, veteran-serving organizations, and community resources
- Collaboration with faculty, staff, alumni, and community partners to expand opportunities and support
- A comfortable space for students to meet, study, network, enjoy a game of chess, foosball, Xbox or simply take a break between classes
- Charging stations
- Refreshments and snacks
Brevard County Veteran Resources
Viera VA Housing Outreach Office: 321-637-3788 x42639
Volunteers of America (transitional housing) - Melbourne/Palm Bay Areas: 321-631-2963
Housing for Homeless (transitional housing) - Cocoa/Titusville Areas: 321-639-0166
Non-VA eligible Veterans can contact the 211 Brevard/BHC housing program for assistance
Rent/Utility Payment Assistance: Community Action Team: 321-633-1951
Rent/Utility Payment Assistance: National Veterans Homeless Support: 321-208-7562
Utility Payment Assistance: Salvation Army: 321-724-0494
Rent/Utility Payment Assistance for Disabled Veterans: Project Vet Relief: 407-295-2631 x225
Viera VA Outpatient Clinic: 321-637-3788
Non-VA eligible Veterans-Brevard County Health Alliance: 321-639-5177
Veterans Crisis Line - If you are having thoughts of suicide, call 1-800-273-8255, then PRESS 1 or visit the Veterans Crisis Line website.
- For emergency mental health care, you can also go directly to your local VA medical center 24/7 regardless of your discharge status or enrollment in other VA health care.
Vet Centers - Discuss how you feel with other Veterans in these community-based counseling centers. 70% of Vet Center staff are Veterans.
- Call 1-877-927-8387 or find one near you.
VA Mental Health Services Guide - This guide will help you sign up and access mental health services.
MakeTheConnection.net - Information, resources, and Veteran to Veteran videos for challenging life events and experiences with mental health issues.
Download the VA's self-help apps - Tools to help deal with common reactions like, stress, sadness, and anxiety. You can also track your symptoms over time.
Together We Served - Find your battle buddies though unit pages.
George W. Bush Institute - Need help or want to talk? Check In or call: 1-630-522-4904 or email: checkin@veteranwellnessalliance.org.
Elizabeth Dole Foundation Hidden Heroes - Join the Community
American Red Cross Military Veteran Caregiver Network - Peer Support and Mentoring
Team Red, White & Blue - Hundreds of events weekly. Find a chapter in your area.
Veteran Discounts and Perks
| Business | Discount |
|---|---|
| Adidas | Up to 30% |
| Advance Auto Parts | Active-duty, Reserves and retired members get 10% off regularly priced items for in-store purchases |
| Apple | 10% discount on Apple products, including computers and iPhones, as well as accessories, through the Veterans and Military Purchase Program with ID.me verification |
| Armed Forces Vacation Club | Free membership |
| AT&T | 25% off unlimited wireless plans, plus discounts on phones, smart watches, and tablets |
| AutoZone | 10% off for all active and retired veterans and their dependents |
| Bass Pro Shops/Cabela's | 10% |
| BJ's | Get $35 off an annual membership and a $10 reward with the Easy Renewal program, verified through ID.me |
| Bonefish Grill | 10% |
| Brooks Running | 25% |
| Caesars Rewards Salute Card | Complimentary stay at Atlantis in the Bahamas, Free Parking, Discounts on cruises and more |
| Carhartt | 15% |
| Columbia | 10% |
| Combating Veteran Suicide Through Gaming |
We recognize that post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, and emotional distress affect millions of individuals and are a leading cause of isolation, persistent health issues and hardships within our community. Active duty military personnel face extraordinary pressure in the line of duty. However, after their service is over, we understand another challenge begins for many. It is okay to want to be healthy and seek help, whether facing troubling times, feeling a lack of purpose, or having lost the will to persevere. At Stack Up, we aim to break down the stigmas associated with these issues through the use of gaming. |
| Costco |
Special sign-up promotion for military members |
| Dell |
Up to 10% off computers and electronics; exclusions apply |
| Discount Tire |
5% off for active-duty members, military veterans, and reserves with ID.me; can be combined with other deals and rebates. |
| Disney+ |
25% off annual subscriptions in the U.S., United Kingdom, Puerto Rico, Germany, or Japan through The Exchange. |
| Disney Theme Parks |
Active-duty and retired service members, along with their spouses, can purchase discounted Military Salute Tickets for Disneyland and Walt Disney World, saving 30%-50% off the standard price. Tickets must be purchased at military base ticket offices and are valid for up to a year. Further discounts are available for Disney Resort hotel properties. |
| El Pollo Loco |
15% |
| Fanatics |
15% |
| FuboTV |
$30 off the first month for military personnel through GOVX |
| Gamestop |
Up to 10% |
| GoPro |
5% off cameras and related products through ID.me |
| Great Wolf Lodge |
North America's largest chain of indoor water park resorts provides discounts of up to 40% to current and former military members and their families through their Howling Heroes program |
| Guitars 4 Vets |
Guitars and Lessons |
| Hilton Hotels |
Includes a wide range of brands, including Embassy Suites and Hampton Inn, offering discounts that vary by brand for leisure stays, as well as for active-duty, veterans, retired military personnel, and their families in the U.S. and Canada |
| Home Depot | 10% |
| HP | Up to 40% on computers, printers, and related products |
| Hulu | 25% off the monthly subscription price of the Hulu (With Ads) plan through The Exchange |
| JetBlue | 5% through Veterans Advantage |
| Jiffy Lube | 15% discount on in-store parts and accessory purchases for all service members |
| Kohl's | 15% on Mondays |
| La Quinta Hotels | Provides a 15% discount off the best available rate for current and former military members with ID at check-in, plus 3,000 bonus points in their rewards program |
| Lowe's | 10% |
| Microsoft | Up to 10% off products and services, including computers and accessories; delivery supported to APO/FPO |
| Military Bridge | One stop for finding military savings |
| Motel 6 | Provides up to a 10% discount for active-duty military and retirees, or 15% off with WeSalute+ |
| MVP MGM Rewards | Discounts and Benefits with automatic upgrade to Pearl |
| National Park Service | Free annual pass |
| Nike | 10% |
| O'Reilly Auto Parts | 10% of all retail price of in-store items, excluding motor oil, antifreeze, sale items, online purchases, special order items, and outside purchase items. Available to all active-duty, reserve, and retired or general discharged service members. |
| Outback Steakhouse | 10% |
| Outward Bound for Veterans | Powerful wilderness courses |
| Paramount+ | 50% off any Paramount+ plan for the life of the subscription for military members verified through SheerID |
| Peacock Premium | $6.99 per month for 12 months (regularly $10.99) verified through SheerID |
| Pep Boys | Save 10% on in-store purchases; check the website for special online coupons with higher discounts for items like oil changes |
| Penske | 15% truck rentals |
| PGA HOPE | All programs are provided at no cost to all participating Veterans |
| PODS | Up to 30% |
| REAch Wounded Veterans Program | Get a free toolbox. Must be 100% P&T or combat wounded |
| Red Roof Inn | Offers a 10% discount for active-duty military members, veterans, and their families traveling for change-of-station orders as well as for leisure travel. WeSalute members can get a 15% discount nationwide |
| Sam's Club | 60% off new club membership, verified through ID.me |
| Samsung | Up to 30% off through Samsung Military Offer Program for phones, electronics, appliances and more. Requires sign-up with a valid .mil email address. |
| Sandals Resorts | 10% |
| SeaWorld or Busch Gardens Waves of Honor |
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| Shades of Green Resort | Walt Disney World Military only stay |
| Sherwin-Willams | 15% |
| Showtime | Get 18% monthly streaming discounts via WeSalute+ |
| Sony | 10% |
| Take 5 Oil Change | 25% off oil changes |
| Texas de Brazil | 10% |
| The Greene Turtle | 15% |
| The North Face | 10% |
| T-Mobile | Wireless plan savings of up to $720 per year for military, veterans, and family members |
| Topgolf | 10% |
| Under Armour | 20% |
| Universal Studios - Freedom Pass | Purchase 2-Park or 3-Park tickets, valid for unlimited visits for approx. 1 year from Nov. 13th - Dec. 18th. Blockout dates apply. Visit Patrick Space Force Base to purchase at the ITT Office. Must be 100% P&T or Active Duty. 321-494-5158 |
| U.S. Cellular | 15% discount on all cell phone plans |
| Valvoline | 15% |
| Verizon | Wireless plan discounts vary based on the number of lines on the plan, plus additional savings for bundled (mobile + home internet) plans, plus 25% off select accessories |
| Veterans Canteen Service | Subscribe and Save |
| Vet Tix * provides tickets to events which reduce stress, strengthen family bonds, build life-long memories and encourage service members and veterans to stay engaged with local communities and American life. We support our troops by honoring their service and providing positive family and life experiences, during and after their years of service to our country. | |
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Provides a 15% discount for current and former military members with ID at check-in, plus 3,000 bonus points in their rewards program |