Federal Benefits for Veterans and Dependents
There are numerous Federal benefits available to veterans and their dependents, this page will help to guide you through them...
VA Benefit Timelines
Did you know that many of your VA benefits have an expiration date? If not, you are not alone.
Veteran's Benefits Explained
You may be eligible for certain benefits based on your military service.
Veterans' Benefit Expiration Dates
Many of your VA benefits have an expiration date.
Veteran's Benefits FAQs
You may be eligible for compensation if you were wounded, injured or became ill while on active duty in the Armed Forces.
Social Security Overview
Social Security's retirement program has been a basic part of American life for more than 65 years.
Special Military Social Security Rate
Retired veterans may be eligible for an increased Social Security benefit.
Veteran Service Officers
Veteran Service Officers help veterans navigate the many federal, state, and local resources and benefits available to them.
Overcoming Barriers to PTSD Care
It is not uncommon for people with mental health conditions to avoid talking, but getting help is the best thing to can do.
Guard, Reserve Soldiers and Reduced-Age Retirement
More reserve-component Soldiers may now be eligible to receive retirement pay before 60, if they meet certain criteria.
Benefits for "Gray-Area" Military Retirees
Retired Guardsmen and Reservists who completed 20 years but are not old enough to collect retired pay are in a "Gray Area."
Leave the Gray Area: Guard and Reserve Retirement
Those who have completed a career serving in the Guard/Reserve face two transitions, and missing some deadlines means extra c...
Legion to VA: Protect Veterans Personal Info
The American Legion is challenging the Department of Veterans Affairs to take all measures necessary to protect personal info...
Hearing Aids for Military Retirees
DoD and VA offer programs to help military retirees get hearing aids.
Presidential Greeting Cards
The President and First Lady will send citizens congratulatory greetings for special life events.
Shipping Packages to Military Members for the Holiday Season
The holiday season will be here before you know it. Plan now so your packages arrive on time.
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