
Veterans of the United States Armed Forces may be eligible for a broad range of benefits and services provided by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). These benefits are codified in Title 38 of the United States Code (U.S.C.). This booklet contains overviews of the most commonly sought information about Veterans’ benefits and services. For the most up-to-date information, Veterans and family members should visit the websites provided within this publication as regulations, payments, and eligibility requirements are subject to change. For additional information, please visit www.va.gov.
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Introduction 1
Health Care 3
Eligibility and Enrollment 3
How to Apply for VA Health Care 4
VA Health Care Programs and Services 7
Emergency Medical Care in U.S. Community Facilities 10
Urgent Care in U.S. Community Facilities:11
Non-Health Care Benefits 28
Disabled Veterans 28
Veteran Readiness and Employment 34
Pension 38
Education and Training 41
Home Loans 48
Life Insurance 57
Re-Employment Rights 65
Homelessness Assistance and Prevention 66
Family Members/Survivor 70
Appeals and Supplemental Claims 76
Burial and Memorial Benefits 82
Burial in VA National Cemeteries 82
Other Memorialization 88
Additional Benefits 93
Military veterans and their family members.