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Military & Veteran Benefits

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 Benefits Overpayment Scam Warning

Stay informed about the VA Benefits Overpayment Scam Warning. Protect yourself from fraudulent claims and potential financial loss.

VA Reverses PACT Act Breast Cancer Policy

The VA has reversed its policy on male breast cancer, removing the disease from a list of presumptive conditions for VA treatment and compensation under the PACT Act. The change means male veterans must now prove their breast cancer diagnosis is service-connected to receive VA disability benefits for the condition.

Free Flu Shots for Military and Veteran Families

During flu season, military families and veterans have several options for receiving a free flu vaccine. TRICARE provides flu shot benefits for its beneficiaries, and the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) offers them to qualifying enrolled veterans.

Federal Benefits Open Season

Federal Benefits Open Season is the most important time of year for federal employees and annuitants to make critical decisions about their health, dental, and vision coverage.The current Open Season runs from Monday, November 10, 2025, to 11:59 AM per the location of your electronic enrollment system, on Monday, December 8, 2025, according to the federal government.

TRICARE Open Season

Prepare for TRICARE open season starting in November. Change your health plan without a qualifying life event. Learn more.

AAFES and Commissary Operations During the Government Shutdown

AAFES and Commissary Operations During the Government Shutdown The 2025 government shutdown has created plenty of uncertainty for military communities. There are too many shutdown-related questions to list here, but among them, “What happens to the Commissary and the Base Exchange during the shutdown?” is an important one to address. Find Out What Military Benefits… Read more »

VA Education Benefits Payment Backlog Affects 75,000 Military Dependents

A software failure complicated by the ongoing federal government shutdown has interfered with education and housing payments for more than 75,000 dependents and survivors of former military members attending school. Find Out What Military Benefits You’re Missing. Sign up today to receive the MyMilitaryBenefits newsletter free to your inbox. VA Education Benefits Payment Backlog Affects… Read more »