US veterans are entitled to various benefits and services. Below are common benefits available to US veterans.
VA Health Care
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has the largest integrated healthcare system in the US. They provide medical services below to eligible US veterans.
- Primary care
- Specialty care
- Mental health services
- Preventive care
- Prescription medications
- Medical devices
The medical facilities below serve US veterans.
- VA medical centers
- Community-based outpatient clinics
- Other VA facilities nationwide
Disability Compensation
Disability compensation is available to service-related disabilities of US veterans. It covers aggravated injuries as well. The minimum VA disability rating is 10%.
The compensation depends on the degree of the disability and the number of dependents.
Pension
Pension benefits eligibility requires specific duration of service, income, and net worth. VA pension benefits are available to eligible US veterans below.
- Veterans with limited income who are permanently and totally disabled
- Veterans 65 years of age and older
- Veterans’ surviving spouses or dependent children
Education and Training
There are education and training benefits to qualified veterans, service members, and their dependents.
- Post-9/11 GI Bill
- Montgomery GI Bill
- Veterans Educational Assistance Program (VEAP)
- Survivors’ and Dependents’ Educational Assistance (DEA) program
Some of the education benefits are listed below.
- Tuition and fees
- Housing allowance
- Books and supplies
- Tutorial assistance
Home Loans
The VA Home Loan program provides mortgage loans with favorable terms to eligible veterans, service members, and surviving spouses.
- Home purchase
- Home construction
- Home refinancing
There are major perks provided by VA home loans.
- Competitive interest rates
- No down payment or mortgage insurance requirement (in most cases)
- Limits on closing costs
- Loan modification assistance
- Foreclosure avoidance
- Adaptive housing grants for disabled veterans
Veterans’ Employment Services
The VA provides various employment and vocational rehabilitation services to help veterans transition to civilian employment or pursue new career opportunities.
- Job placement assistance
- Career counseling
- Resume writing
- Job training
- Employment accommodations for disabled veterans
These are only a handful of the common benefits and services available to US veterans. Eligibility requirements and application procedures may differ for each benefit. US veterans are recommended to contact their local VA office. Visit the VA website for additional information and support.