; (B) coordinating with local service providers of the Department; and (C) connecting veterans with appropriate housing, mental health, medical, and other financial assistance or benefits from the Department. (2) Assistance to service providers to ensure access of veterans to domestic violence and sexual assault emergency services, particularly in underserved areas, including services for members of Indian tribes. (3) Such other outreach and assistance as the Secretary determines necessary for the provision of assistance under subsection (a). (d) Domestic violence and sexual assault outreach coordinators (1) In general In order to effectively assist veterans who have experienced domestic violence or sexual assault, the Secretary may establish local coordinators to provide outreach under the program required by subsection (a). (2) Local coordinator knowledge The Secretary shall ensure that each coordinator established under paragraph (1) is knowledgeable about— (A) the dynamics of domestic violence and sexual assault, including safety concerns, legal protections, and the need for the provision of confidential services; (B) the eligibility of veterans for services and benefits from the Department that are relevant to recovery from domestic violence and sexual assault, particularly emergency housing assistance, mental health care, other health care, and disability benefits