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  • How a Vietnam Veteran benefited from the PACT Act

    How a Vietnam Veteran benefited from the PACT Act

    82-year-old Army Veteran Wendell Bell was 30% service connected disabled and unaware of what he was eligible for under the PACT Act.

  • VA Home Loan basics: An earned benefit with unique advantages

    VA Home Loan basics: An earned benefit with unique advantages

    Active homebuyers most often search for their new homes during the busy spring and summer months. Experienced Veteran homebuyers know they have a leg up on the process—their VA Home Loan Guaranty benefit. But what about those who've never used it?

  • Upcoming Georgia event offers benefits, health care and jobs

    Upcoming Georgia event offers benefits, health care and jobs

    Georgia Veterans are invited to learn about resources, receive help with filing claims and obtaining Compensation and Pension evaluations, get career guidance and learn about the PACT Act, and more.

  • Veterans: Protect your benefits from claims predators 

    Veterans: Protect your benefits from claims predators 

    Claims predators are a serious concern, but with proper knowledge and vigilance, Veterans can defend themselves against such aggressive exploitative tactics.  

  • Be vigilant of scammers targeting SMC benefits, Purple Heart recipients

    Be vigilant of scammers targeting SMC benefits, Purple Heart recipients

    The increased financial compensation associated with SMC benefits and the visibility of Purple Heart recipients can attract scammers looking to exploit Veterans.

  • Medicare open enrollment and your CHAMPVA eligibility

    Medicare open enrollment and your CHAMPVA eligibility

    To take advantage of CHAMPVA benefits, you must have Medicare Part B.

  • Veterans may be eligible for one more year of G.I. Bill benefits 

    Veterans may be eligible for one more year of G.I. Bill benefits 

    VA has updated its process for awarding G.I. Bill benefits. This means that many Veterans who served multiple periods of military service (for example, Veterans who reenlisted) may be eligible for additional benefits for themselves or their beneficiaries. 

  • Blue Star Families host online Q&A and live event for Veterans, caregivers

    Blue Star Families host online Q&A and live event for Veterans, caregivers

    Join Blue Star Families and ask the experts all of your questions regarding caregivers benefits.

  • VA Health and Benefits app—3 million downloads boost Veterans’ access to VA 

    VA Health and Benefits app—3 million downloads boost Veterans’ access to VA 

    The VA Health and Benefits App has reached a major milestone: over 3 million downloads and 1.4 million monthly active users! This powerful tool is making it easier than ever for Veterans to access their VA health care and benefits—right from their smartphones.

  • Spread the word: The 2025 Veterans Benefits Guide is now available

    Spread the word: The 2025 Veterans Benefits Guide is now available

    How much do you know about VA care, benefits and services? Don’t miss out on what you've earned—check out the "2025 VA Federal Benefits Guide for Veterans, Dependents, Survivors, and Caregivers" handbook to learn more.

  • Five ways women Veterans benefit from Whole Health

    Five ways women Veterans benefit from Whole Health

    At VA, we put women Veterans at the center of your care with a personalized Whole Health approach for your unique needs and goals.

  • Beware: Claims predators want to prey on your benefits

    Beware: Claims predators want to prey on your benefits

    Claims predators take advantage of Veterans and their beneficiaries by using high-pressure tactics, sharing misleading information and making false promises to convince Veterans to sign up for their services. Here's how to spot them.

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Last updated November 19, 2024

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