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VA NEWS Get the latest updates from the Department of Veterans Affairs. New Visit
Explore VA Benefits and Health Care Apply for VA health care, find out how to access services, and manage your health and benefits online. Explore
File a Claim for Disability Compensation File a claim for disability compensation for conditions related to your military service, and manage your benefits over time. File Claim
GI Bill and Education Benefits Apply for and manage your GI Bill and other education benefits to help pay for college and training programs. Learn More
Vocational Rehabilitation & Employment Apply for vocational rehabilitation services, get support for your Veteran-owned small business, and access other career resources. Get Support
Pension Benefits Apply for monthly payments for wartime Veterans and survivors with limited or no income who meet certain age and disability requirements. Apply Now
Home Loan Guarantees Find out if you're eligible for a VA-backed home loan. If you have a service-connected disability, see if you qualify for a housing grant to help you live more independently. Check Eligibility
VA Life Insurance Explore VA life insurance options for Veterans, service members, and families. Manage your policy online, file claims for benefits, and access helpful resources. View Options
Burial and Survivor Benefits Get help planning a burial in a VA national cemetery, order a headstone or other memorial item to honor a Veteran's service, and apply for survivor and dependent benefits. Plan Ahead
Veteran ID Card & Records Apply for a printed Veteran ID card, get your VA benefit letters and medical records, and learn how to apply for a discharge upgrade. Get Documents
Benefits During and After Service Find out what benefits you may be eligible for during service and which time-sensitive benefits to consider when separating or retiring. Service Benefits
Benefits for Families and Caregivers Learn about the benefits you may be eligible for as the spouse, dependent, survivor, or caregiver of a Veteran. Family Benefits
About VA Departments Learn more about the VA departments that manage our benefit and health care programs. Our Departments


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