Veterans Benefits Newsletter

Register for Our Webcast

Dive into all things benefits with the Under Secretary for Benefits, Paul R. Lawrence, Ph.D. in the upcoming webcast on October 29. VBA’s efforts and accomplishments have made this our #BestYearEver. In FY20, VBA met or exceeded its performance goals and objectives, despite a challenging year. Register online to receive a reminder about the webcast!

What's Your Veteran Story?

You’re invited to share your story or the story of a Veteran close to you! We want to hear about your service in the military, achievements, families, the transition to civilian, and your life as a Veteran. Send us your stories and pictures to be featured as a daily Veteran tribute in November in celebration of Veterans Month!

FAST Assists Fiduciaries

VA's fiduciary program protects Veterans and other beneficiaries who, due to injury, disease, or age, are unable to manage their financial affairs. Learn how the Fiduciary Accounting Submission Tool (FAST) makes the accounting process easier for Fiduciaries.

Disability Claims for PTSD

Service-connected mental illnesses, like posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), qualify for VA disability. If you're a Veteran with a mental illness, you may be eligible for disability compensation benefits. Learn more about mental health claim exams.

Veteran Memorial Benefits

VA burial benefits can help Service members, Veterans, and their families plan and pay for a burial or memorial service in a VA national cemetery. Check out the VA Burial and Memorial Products Quick Start Guide to learn more.

VET TEC vs. GI Bill

VA’s GI Bill benefits and Veteran Employment Through Technology Education Courses (VET TEC) can both help you gain valuable skills. VET TEC helps Veterans get short term technology training without using their GI Bill funding! The GI Bill program, on the other hand, provides funds for Veterans to get a traditional degree. Learn which program is right for you and your training needs!

Team RWB – Keeping Veterans Connected

Every year, more than 250,000 active-duty Service members transition out of the military to join the multitude of Veteran communities nationwide. Transitioning Service members, however, face many challenges to their physical and mental wellbeing. This is why Team Red, White & Blue (RWB) is dedicated to connecting Veterans communities through physical and social activity. Tackle challenges by joining Team RWB’s virtual activities, like meditation and yoga. Some chapters are also offering in-person events that adhere to safety restrictions (e.g., no more than 10 people, social distancing, etc.).

Fighting the Flu Together

Getting your flu shot is the best way to protect yourself and your loved ones from the flu. Veterans enrolled in VA health care can receive a no-cost flu shot at over 60,000 community locations. Find the nearest location to

 get your flu shot today!