Veterans and their families may have access to a wide range of benefits and assistance programs. Depending on service history, discharge status, disability, income, family situation, and other eligibility factors, support may be available for healthcare, disability compensation, education, housing, employment, pensions, and other needs.
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs provides benefits and services for Veterans, service members, dependents, survivors, and caregivers. The specific benefits available to you depend on your circumstances and eligibility.
Who May Qualify
Eligibility for Veteran assistance depends on the individual program. Factors may include:
- Military service history
- Type and length of service
- Discharge status
- Service-connected disability
- Income
- Age
- Family or dependent status
- Housing situation
For example, VA healthcare eligibility has specific service and discharge requirements, while disability compensation generally relates to illnesses or injuries caused or aggravated by military service.
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Programs vary based on service history, eligibility, location, and household circumstances.
Types of Veteran Benefits and Assistance
Depending on eligibility, Veterans may find help through:
- VA disability compensation
- VA healthcare
- GI Bill and other education and training benefits
- VA-backed home loans and housing assistance
- Homeless Veteran assistance
- Employment and career assistance, including Veteran Readiness and Employment
- Veterans Pension
- Family and caregiver benefits
How to Find Veteran Benefits
- Start with your specific need instead of searching only for "Veteran benefits."
- Check VA eligibility using VA.gov tools and information about your circumstances.
- Look at related assistance programs from federal, state, local, nonprofit, or community organizations.
- Gather important records related to your service, discharge, income, medical condition, dependents, housing, or education.
- Get help with the application from a VA-accredited representative or Veterans Service Organization if needed.
Support is also available through the VA's National Call Center for Homeless Veterans, which operates 24/7 for Veterans who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.