This generation of veterans and servicemembers has access to the best benefits of any era in history. From the VA Home Loan program to the GI Bill, you can save money, enhance your career opportunities, and even change your life. Don’t miss out on any of the military and veteran benefits you have earned.
VA DIC Rates for 2026 The Base Rate for the Surviving Spouse increases to an estimated $1,699.36 per month in 2026. The 8-Year Provision for the 2025 add-on of $351.02 will increase to an estimated $360.85 per month. The 8-year provision is a VA DIC option for qualifying surviving spouses whose veterans were rated totally… Read more »
UPDATE December 30, 2025: The Department of Veterans Affairs announced a near-total ban on abortion services and counseling through the VA. In late December 2025 the policy decision was announced as being “effective immediately,” ending access to VA healthcare services and referral options for abortion that had been previously available from the VA, including for… Read more »
Learn about the VA’s policy on asbestos exposure and understand your rights as a veteran to compensation.
Funeral planning is something we all try not to think about until there’s a reason to do so. Veterans and their families have VA burial benefit options they can use including a VA burial allowance that can offset the cost of paying for funeral services when the time comes.
Military spouses and dependents may be eligible for VA health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision care. Learn more.
Explore the latest updates on LGBTQ+ VA benefits and the impact of policy changes on veteran care options.
If you are a veteran with a qualifying VA-rated disability that affects your ability to find or keep a job, there is VA help in the form of a program called Veteran Readiness and Employment program.
If you are retiring or separating from military service, you will need to set up an account with the Department of Veterans Affairs in order to begin claiming VA benefits such as the GI Bill, or VA compensation for service-connected medical issues.
If you are getting ready to retire or separate from the United States military, chances are good you are already thinking about applying for VA compensation for service-connected medical issues. If you have already applied and received a decision, you may be wondering how you can increase your VA disability compensation.
The VA offers educational assistance to the dependents and survivors of service members, including tuition assistance and other benefits. Read more.