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Survivors and Dependents Assistance
Eligible family members of Service members and Veterans may receive education and training benefits.
Camp Lejeune
Veterans, Reservists, National Guard, and family members who were at Camp Lejeune for at least 30 days between 1953-1987 may be eligible VA health care and benefits.
Veterans Group Life Insurance (VGLI)
Continuing your life insurance coverage after military service is easy through online enrollment. Act fast! Time limits apply.
Inside Veterans Benefits
Weekend Tribute
We honor the life and service of U.S. Air Force Vietnam Veteran Adrian Cronauer. He was the inspiration for Robin Williams' character in the movie "Good Morning, Vietnam." Cronauer died on 7/18.
Suffering the Wounds of War
Children of Veterans may develop their own mental illnesses as a result of their parents’ struggles with PTSD and other conditions that are a result of military service.
Meet Dan Cnossen
On episode #113 of VA's Borne the Battle podcast, meet Dan Cnossen a former platoon commander of Navy SEAL Team One and the 2018 paralympic biathlon gold medalist.
Adjusting to Civilian Life
Veteran Travis Gambee's discovery of disc golf aided him during his transition to civilian life. In turn, Gambee helped design a disc golf course for other Veterans.
Dogs Helping Veterans
Pets and Vets, an animal rescue and service dog program in Walnut Creek, California, helps connect Veterans with emotional support dogs.
Video Spotlight
Rapid Appeals Modernization Program
If you have an appeal on a completed VA disability compensation claim decision, under our Appeals Modernization program you have options on how it is reviewed.
Events
119th VFW National Convention
Jul 22, 2018
Kansas City Convention Center, 301 W 13th St, Kansas City, MO 64105
Claims Clinic Brunswick Golf Course, ME
Jul 23, 2018
7:30 AM
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10:30 AM
(EST)
165 River Rd, Brunswick, Maine 04011
119th VFW National Convention
Jul 23, 2018
Kansas City Convention Center, 301 W 13th St, Kansas City, MO 64105