Veteran Resources

Curated, verified resources to help you find the support you need.

Housing

VA Disability Housing Grants

Grants to help veterans with permanent service-connected disabilities adapt their homes or purchase specially adapted housing.

VA Home Loans

Zero down payment home loans for eligible veterans. Includes purchase loans, refinancing, and adapted housing grants for service-connected disabilities.

VA Housing Assistance

Emergency housing, transitional housing, and permanent supportive housing programs for homeless and at-risk veterans. Includes HUD-VASH vouchers and supportive services.

Food Assistance

VA Food and Nutrition Services

Access to food banks, SNAP benefits, and nutrition programs. Includes home-delivered meals for veterans unable to prepare food independently.

Employment

VA Veteran-Owned Business Support

Resources for starting and managing veteran-owned businesses including certification, contracting opportunities, and technical assistance.

VA Vocational Rehabilitation & Employment

Job training, employment accommodations, resume development, and job placement services for veterans with service-connected disabilities.

VA Transition Assistance Program

Support services for military separation and retirement including career counseling, resume help, and job search assistance.

Mental Health

American Legion 'Be The One' Mental Health

Suicide prevention and mental health support initiative. Peer resources, crisis support, and tools to destigmatize mental health for veterans.

VA Mental Health Services

Comprehensive mental health care including PTSD treatment, counseling, peer support, and substance abuse programs. Free for eligible veterans.

Women Veterans Health Services

Specialized healthcare and support services for women veterans including gender-specific care, mental health support, and maternity services.

VFW Mental Wellness Resources

Mental health resources and support services provided by VFW. Connect with peer support networks and mental wellness programs.

VA Benefits

American Legion Service Officers

Accredited veteran service officers who secured $23 billion in federal benefits for veterans in 2025. Free assistance with claims, appeals, and benefits navigation.

VA Disability Benefits

Apply for disability compensation and pension benefits. Includes help with claims, appeals, and understanding your rating.

VA Burial and Memorial Benefits

National cemetery burial, burial allowances, headstones, markers, and presidential memorial certificates for veterans and eligible family members.

VA Disability Housing Grants

Grants to help veterans with permanent service-connected disabilities adapt their homes or purchase specially adapted housing.

VA Discharge Upgrade Assistance

Help with applying for discharge status upgrades. A discharge upgrade can unlock access to VA benefits previously unavailable.

VA Education and Training Benefits (GI Bill)

Educational assistance programs including the GI Bill, tuition assistance, career counseling, and licensing and certification reimbursement.

VA Home Loans

Zero down payment home loans for eligible veterans. Includes purchase loans, refinancing, and adapted housing grants for service-connected disabilities.

Veteran ID Cards

Apply for printed Veteran ID Cards (VIC) for proof of service and access to veteran discounts and benefits nationwide.

VA Life Insurance Programs

Life insurance options for veterans with service-connected disabilities. Includes VGLI, SGLI, and other specialized insurance programs.

VA Veterans Pension

Monthly payments for wartime veterans aged 65+ or with permanent disabilities who meet income limits. Provides financial support for those who need it most.

Request Military Records (DD214)

Request discharge papers (DD214) and other military service records needed for benefits applications and employment verification.

VA Survivor and Dependent Benefits

Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC) for surviving spouses and dependents of veterans who died from service-connected conditions.

VFW VA Claims Assistance

Free VA claims help from accredited VFW Service Officers. Assistance with disability claims, appeals, and accessing earned benefits at no charge.

VFW Emergency Financial Assistance

Direct financial assistance grants for eligible veterans facing emergencies. Includes Unmet Needs program for service members and their families.

Healthcare

TRICARE for Veterans

Healthcare program for uniformed service members, retirees, and their families. Coverage includes medical, dental, and prescription benefits.

VA Family Caregiver Support Program

Healthcare and support services for family members caring for veterans including respite care, training, and monthly stipends for eligible caregivers.

VA Health Care Services

Comprehensive healthcare services for veterans including primary care, specialty care, mental health services, and preventive care.

Women Veterans Health Services

Specialized healthcare and support services for women veterans including gender-specific care, mental health support, and maternity services.

Education

American Legion Scholarships

Educational scholarships for veterans and military families. Includes Legacy Scholarships ($1.7M) and National Oratorical Contest ($6.8M).

VA Education and Training Benefits (GI Bill)

Educational assistance programs including the GI Bill, tuition assistance, career counseling, and licensing and certification reimbursement.

VA Vocational Rehabilitation & Employment

Job training, employment accommodations, resume development, and job placement services for veterans with service-connected disabilities.

National Resources

VA.gov

Official U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs website with comprehensive benefits and services information.

Veterans Crisis Line

24/7 crisis support for veterans and their families. Confidential, free, and available anytime.