VA Expands Community Care Options for Qualifying Veterans
Learn how VA expands community care options for veterans, improving access to essential health services for those in need.
Veteran Benefits
Non-VA Resources for Military Transition Assistance
Discover how non-VA resources can aid your military transition. Access valuable programs and support for a smoother change.
Resources for Involuntarily Separated Military Members
Explore essential resources for involuntarily separated military members to navigate their transition and access earned benefits.
VA Dental Insurance (VADIP)
Learn how VA Dental Insurance (VADIP) can help eligible veterans access private dental insurance at reduced rates.
Veteran Education Benefits: Earn While You Learn
The Department of Veterans Affairs offers veteran education benefits that can help qualifying applicants earn money while attending college. The three primary programs that facilitate this are the VA Work-Study Program, which provides part-time jobs related to veteran services; the VA Cooperative Training Program, which integrates full-time employment into a college degree plan; and the… Read more »
VA Temporary Residence Adaptation (TRA) Grant for Disabled Veterans
The Temporary Residence Adaptation grant is a special benefit provided by the Department of Veterans Affairs. It is designed for veterans who have severe service-connected disabilities and are living temporarily in a home owned by a family member. The grant provides funds to make necessary accessibility modifications to that family member’s home, ensuring the veteran… Read more »
GI Bill Housing Allowance vs. BAH
There are two types of housing allowances that military members considering a return to college should be aware of. Do you know the differences between the Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) for those currently serving and the Monthly Housing Allowance (MHA) for veterans using their GI Bill education benefits? While both help with housing costs,… Read more »
VA Expands Support for Family Caregivers of Disabled Veterans
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 »
Returning to College as a Veteran: Five Things to Know
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
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 »