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VA Benefits

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

VA Disability Compensation

Official information on service-connected disability compensation, eligibility, applications, and accredited claims assistance.

Service area
Nationwide
Eligibility
Veterans with qualifying service-connected conditions; VA determines eligibility.
Official website for VA Disability Compensation (opens in a new tab)800-827-1000

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Housing and Homelessness

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

VA Homeless Programs

A free, confidential, 24/7 national call center connecting veterans who are homeless or at risk with VA housing and support resources.

Service area
Nationwide
Eligibility
Veterans experiencing homelessness or at risk, and people seeking help on their behalf. Individual program rules vary.
Official website for VA Homeless Programs (opens in a new tab)877-424-3838

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Mental Health and Crisis Assistance

Veterans Crisis Line

Veterans Crisis Line

Free, confidential support, 24/7. Dial 988, then press 1, text 838255, or use the official online chat.

Service area
Nationwide
Eligibility
Veterans, service members, National Guard and Reserve members, and those who support them. VA enrollment is not required.
Official website for Veterans Crisis Line (opens in a new tab)988, then press 1

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Mental Health and Crisis Assistance

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

VA Mental Health Services

Information about mental health care, counseling, and routes to support through VA and Vet Centers.

Service area
Nationwide
Eligibility
Service-specific rules apply; some support is available without VA health care enrollment. Ask VA about your circumstances.
Official website for VA Mental Health Services (opens in a new tab)

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Employment and Career Development

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

VA Careers and Employment

Explore Veteran Readiness and Employment, career planning, counseling, and employment support.

Service area
Nationwide
Eligibility
Requirements vary by program, service history, and disability status. Check official criteria before applying.
Official website for VA Careers and Employment (opens in a new tab)

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Education and Training

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

VA Education and Training Benefits

Official GI Bill information, education eligibility, training options, and application guidance.

Service area
Nationwide
Eligibility
Eligible veterans, service members, and qualified family members; benefits depend on the specific program.
Official website for VA Education and Training Benefits (opens in a new tab)888-442-4551

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Financial Assistance

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

VA Pension Benefits

Information about needs-based pension benefits and additional support such as Aid and Attendance or Housebound benefits.

Service area
Nationwide
Eligibility
Some wartime veterans and survivors qualify. Service, income, net worth, age, disability, and other rules apply; VA determines eligibility.
Official website for VA Pension Benefits (opens in a new tab)

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Family Support

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

VA Family and Caregiver Benefits

Information for spouses, dependents, survivors, and caregivers about health care, education, financial support, and caregiver services.

Service area
Nationwide
Eligibility
Eligible spouses, dependents, survivors, and caregivers. Each benefit has its own requirements.
Official website for VA Family and Caregiver Benefits (opens in a new tab)855-260-3274 (caregiver support)

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Community Organizations

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Community Resource and Referral Centers

Official directory of local centers connecting veterans with community-based housing, health, career, and VA/non-VA services.

Service area
Local centers (see provider directory)
Eligibility
Veterans who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. Contact a listed center for local availability and requirements.
Official website for Community Resource and Referral Centers (opens in a new tab)

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