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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 Expands Support for Family Caregivers of Disabled Veterans

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The Department of Veterans Affairs has temporarily extended the eligibility criteria for legacy participants in the Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers (PCAFC) through September 30, 2028, affecting nearly 15,000 caregivers. The PCAFC ensures eligible “legacy” family caregivers receive comprehensive support. The program provides enhanced clinical support, education, training, respite care, counseling, technical support, and… Read more »

VA Home Loan Reform Act Passed by House and Senate

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The House and Senate have agreed on a new law, known as the VA Home Loan Program Reform Act. Also known as House Resolution 1815, this legislation establishes a VA Home Loan safety net program to help veterans avoid defaulting on and foreclosing on home loans guaranteed by the Department of Veterans Affairs. VA loans,… Read more »

Military Discounts on Hunting and Fishing Licenses By State

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If you’re an active-duty service member, veteran, or military family member who loves the outdoors, you’ll be happy to know that most states offer discounted or even free hunting and fishing licenses. Some states offer full license exemptions for disabled veterans only, while others provide steep discounts or let you buy at resident rates, even… Read more »

Returning to College as a Veteran: Five Things to Know

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Returning to college as a veteran presents challenges, especially if you are a member of the Guard or Reserve. Some start school only to be called up for active duty, some begin training or a certificate program only to have to withdraw due to illness or injury. Still others experience personal difficulty and must stop… Read more »

VA Mental Health Services: Questions and Answers

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The Department of Veterans Affairs is working to expand mental health resources for veterans and their families within the VA healthcare system. According to the VA official site, over three years, there’s been an aggressive effort with the VA hiring “more than 9,000 mental health positions including psychologists, social workers, psychiatrists, licensed professional mental health… Read more »

Frequently Asked Questions: VA Programs for Homeless Veterans

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If you or someone you know is at risk of becoming a homeless veteran, there are resources available. The first point of contact is the National Call Center for Homeless Veterans, which can be reached 24/7 at 1-877-4AID-VET (1-877-424-3838). This service is free and confidential for veterans, their families, and anyone concerned about a veteran…. Read more »

Veteran Justice Outreach Program

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The Veteran Justice Outreach (VJO) Program is a nationwide initiative by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) designed to identify and support military veterans in the criminal justice system. Its primary mission is to help these vets get “access to VA services at the earliest possible point,” according to VA.gov. The VA says there… Read more »

Department of Veterans Affairs Abandons Plan to Lay Off 80 Thousand

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The Department of Veterans Affairs has abandoned its plan to conduct a major staff reduction. It announced a press release, stating that the agency has been “considering a department-wide RIF to reduce staff levels by up to 15%” of what the VA terms “employee reductions” via a federal hiring freeze and “normal attrition.” The VA… Read more »

Guard and Reserve BAS

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Do members of the National Guard or Reservists qualify for BAS? The Basic Allowance for Subsistence or BAS is a military benefit paid to servicemembers while serving on active duty. According to the DoD, BAS is designed “to offset the cost of food for service member” and is rooted in military tradition when “the military… Read more »