Resources for Veterans

Below are resources, web-sites, articles, and general information that provide information on Veterans benefits and how to file/ask for them, as well as other information valuable to the trasition from military to civilian life. There are many sites that explain how to obtain books, military/medical records, information and how to appeal a denied claim with the VA. There are also some great non-VA resources available for veterans. Please pass this information on to every Veteran you know. Nearly 100% of this information is free and available for all veterans, the only catch is: you have to ask for it, because they won't tell you about a specific benefit unless you ask for it. You need to know what questions to ask so the right doors open for you and then be ready to have an advocate who is willing to work with and for you, stay in the process, and press for your rights and your best interests -- or those for whom you care.

Free National Parks Pass!


Veterans, Gold Star Families get free lifetime pass to national parks, wildlife refuges, other public lands


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Links for Military & VA-Related Matters

US Department of Veteran Affairs Crisis Hotline
https://www.veteranscrisisline.net
Veterans, Gold Star Families get free entrance to
national parks, refuges, other public lands
https://news.va.gov
#VetResources
Check-In videos provide resources for
mental health, coping strategies
https://news.va.gov
Resources for Moral Injury
From The Duke Center for
Spirituality, Theology and Health
https://spiritualityandhealth.duke.edu
Free Monthly Webinars!
From The Defense Centers for Excellence
for Psychological Health and Traumatic Brain Injury
http://dvbic.dcoe.mil
US Department of Veterans Affairs
Homepage
http://www.va.gov/
Veterans Benefits Administration Homepage
US Department of Veterans Affairs
http://benefits.va.gov
VA Aid and Attendance Guidance
VeteranAid.org
https://www.veteranaid.org
My HealtheVet
US Department of Veterans Affairs
https://www.myhealth.va.gov
National Association of State
Directors of Veterans Affairs
http://www.nasdva.us/
VA Health Benefits Homepage
US Department of Veterans Affairs
http://www.va.gov
VA Health Benefits Eligibility
US Department of Veterans Affairs
http://www.va.gov
VA Form 10-10EZ
Application for Health Benefits
US Department of Veterans Affairs
http://www.va.gov/vaforms/form_detail.asp?FormNo=10EZ
US Department of Veterans Affairs
Appeals (Chapter 5)
http://www.benefits.va.gov
Board of Veterans Appeals
US Department of Veterans Affairs
http://www.bva.va.gov/
Center for Minority Veterans
US Department of Veterans Affairs
http://www1.va.gov/centerforminorityveterans/
Office of Small & Disadvantaged Business Utilization
US Department of Veterans Affairs
http://www.va.gov/osdbu/
Center for Women Veterans
US Department of Veterans Affairs
http://www1.va.gov/womenvet/
M21-1MR Compensation and Pension Manual
US Department of Veterans Affairs
http://www.benefits.va.gov/WARMS/M21_1MR.asp
Benefit Rates and Compensation
US Department of Veterans Affairs
http://www.benefits.va.gov/compensation/rates-index.asp
Pension Home
US Department of Veterans Affairs
http://www.benefits.va.gov/pension/
Directory of Veterans Service Organizations
US Department of Veterans Affairs
https://www.va.gov/vso/
Due Process (Chapter 2)
US Department of Veterans Affairs
http://www.benefits.va.gov/WARMS/M21_1MR1.asp
Hearings (Chapter 4)
US Department of Veterans Affairs
http://www.benefits.va.gov/WARMS/M21_1MR1.asp
Duty to Assist (Chapter 1)
US Department of Veterans Affairs
http://www.benefits.va.gov/WARMS/M21_1MR1.asp
Electronic Code of Federal Regulations
http://www.ecfr.gov
Title 38: Pensions, Bonuses, and Veterans' Relief
http://www.ecfr.gov
Non-Va Medical Care Program
US Department of Veterans Affairs
http://www.va.gov/PURCHASEDCARE/
Military Exposures (Environmental Agents)
US Department of Veterans Affairs
http://www.publichealth.va.gov/exposures/
Gulf War Veterans' Illnesses
US Department of Veterans Affairs
http://www.publichealth.va.gov/exposures/gulfwar/
Evaluation Protocol for Veterans
with Potential Exposure to
Depleted Uranium (DU)
US Department of Veterans Affairs
https://www.va.gov
Federal Benefits for Dependents/Survivors
US Department of Veterans Affairs
http://www.va.gov
VA Forms
US Department of Veterans Affairs
http://www.va.gov/vaforms/
VA Records Request
US Department of Veterans Affairs
Office of Inspector General
http://www.va.gov/oig/foia/
Military Records Request
US National Archives
http://www.archives.gov
VA Records Center and Vault
US Department of Veterans Affairs
http://www.rcv.va.gov/
Geriatrics and Extended Care
US Department of Veterans Affairs
http://www.va.gov/geriatrics/
VA/DoD Clinical Practice Guidelines
US Department of Veterans Affairs
http://www.healthquality.va.gov/
Homeless Veterans
US Department of Veterans Affairs
https://www.va.gov/homeless/
Health Services Research & Development
US Department of Veterans Affairs
http://www.hsrd.research.va.gov/
Radiation Exposure
US Department of Veterans Affairs
http://www.publichealth.va.gov
Returning Service Members (OEF/OIF/OND)
US Department of Veterans Affairs
http://www.oefoif.va.gov/
Schedule for Rating Disabilities
US Department of Veterans Affairs
http://www.benefits.va.gov/WARMS/bookc.asp
Mental Illness Research,
Education and Clinical Centers (MIRECC)
US Department of Veterans Affairs
http://www.mirecc.va.gov/
Multiple Sclerosis Centers of Excellence
US Department of Veterans Affairs
http://www.va.gov/ms/
Parkinson’s Disease Research,
Education and Clinical Centers
US Department of Veterans Affairs
http://www.parkinsons.va.gov/
Viral Hepatitis Research
US Department of Veterans Affairs
http://www.hepatitis.va.gov/
National Center for Health Promotion
and Disease Prevention
US Department of Veterans Affairs
http://www.prevention.va.gov/
VHA Office of the Medical Inspector
US Department of Veterans Affairs
http://www.va.gov/health/medicalinspector/
GULF WAR REGISTRY (GWR) PROGRAM
(FORMERLY PERSIAN GULF REGISTRY (GWR) PROGRAM)
US Department of Veterans Affairs
http://www.va.gov
About Project 112 and Project SHAD
US Department of Veterans Affairs
http://www.publichealth.va.gov
Prosthetics Eligibility
US Department of Veterans Affairs
http://www.va.gov
Public Health Home Page
US Department of Veterans Affairs
http://www.publichealth.va.gov/
VHA Publications
US Department of Veterans Affairs
http://www.va.gov
Research Advisory Committee
on Gulf War Veterans’ Illnesses
US Department of Veterans Affairs
http://www.va.gov
Office of Research & Development
US Department of Veterans Affairs
http://www.research.va.gov/
United States Court of Appeals
for Veterans Claims
http://www.uscourts.cavc.gov
Best Practice Manual for
Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Compensation and Pension Examinations
Association of VA Psychologist Leaders
http://www.avapl.org
VA Fact Sheets
US Department of Veterans Affairs
http://www.va.gov
VA Life Insurance Publications & Handbooks
US Department of Veterans Affairs
http://www.benefits.va.gov
VA Home Loans Home
US Department of Veterans Affairs
http://www.benefits.va.gov
VA Trainee Pocket Card on Gulf War
US Department of Veterans Affairs
http://www.va.gov
VA OIG Hotline Information
US Department of Veterans Affairs
Office of Inspector General
http://www.va.gov
Vet Center Program Eligibility
Readjustment Counseling Service
US Department of Veterans Affairs
http://www.vetcenter.va.gov
VHI Guide to Gulf War Veterans Health
US Department of Veterans Affairs
http://www.publichealth.va.gov
Vocational Rehabilitation
and Employment (VR&E)
US Department of Veterans Affairs
http://www.benefits.va.gov
Veterans On-Line Application (VONAPP)
US Department of Veterans Affairs
https://www.ebenefits.va.gov/ebenefits/vonapp
Web Automated Reference Material System (WARMS)
US Department of Veterans Affairs
http://www.benefits.va.gov/WARMS/
38 U.S.C. II
WARTIME DISABILITY COMPENSATION
http://www.gpo.gov
War Related Illness and Injury Study Center
US Department of Veterans Affairs
http://www.warrelatedillness.va.gov
Education and Training Homepage (GI Bill)
US Department of Veterans Affairs
http://www.benefits.va.gov
The National Center on Homelessness Among Veterans
US Department of Veterans Affairs
http://www.va.gov
Support and Information for Veterans and
Families Living with Cancer
US Department of Veterans Affairs
http://www.mirecc.va.gov
PTSD: National Center for PTSD
https://www.ptsd.va.gov

Links for non-VA Resources

Starting A Veteran-Owned Retail Business:
A Comprehensive Guide
https://www.barcodesinc.com
Small Business Resources for
Active-Duty Service Members
and Veteran Entrepreneurs
from Montclair State University
https://onlinemba.montclair.edu
VetsJobs.org
http://www.vetsjobs.org
Free DoD Course for Cognitive Processing Therapy
(for treating PTSD)
https://cpt.musc.edu/
Employment Resources for Veterans
http://www.archives.gov
Financial Resources for American Veterans
https://blog.mint.com
Information and Resources on PTSD Service Dogs
https://www.rover.com
Life-changing companions: How to afford a service dog
https://www.bankrate.com
How to Train a Service Dog
https://yourdogadvisor.com
Gary Sinise Foundation
https://www.garysinisefoundation.org
Neptune Society
Guide to Cremation and Burial for Veterans
http://www.neptunesociety.com
Community for Accredited Online Schools
Higher Education Resources for
Veterans and their Families
http://www.accreditedschoolsonline.org
Aging Veterans: How to Plan Wisely for Your Future
One Reverse Mortgage
https://www.onereversemortgage.com
Residential Leases and the Military:
Your Rights as a Servicemember
Just Great Lawyers
https://www.justgreatlawyers.com
Military Veterans Resource Center
http://milvetsrc.org
Home Modifications and Assistive Technology
for Disabled Military Veterans
Home City Real Estate
https://www.homecity.com
Veteran’s Guide to Funding Home Modifications
https://www.thesimpledollar.com
Veterans and Military Families
Substance Abuse and Mental Health
Services Administration
https://www.samhsa.gov
The Mental Health Needs of Veterans,
Service Members and Their Families
American Psychological Association
https://www.apa.org
Justice For Vets
https://justiceforvets.org
Risk Factors for PTSD in the Military
VeryWell
https://www.verywell.com
Help and Guidance For
Veterans Seeking Help for
PTSD and Substance Abuse
https://www.yourstoragefinder.com
How to Plan for Life After Discharge:
A GUIDE FOR NEW VETERANS
https://www.yourstoragefinder.com
A Guide for the Homeless and Those in Need:
How to Stop Living Out of Your Car
https://www.thezebra.com
Settling Down After Life in the Military
https://www.thezebra.com
From Construction Sites to Constructed Housing:
Resources for Homeless Veterans
https://www.bigrentz.com
Best Jobs for Returning Service Members
https://www.bigrentz.com
For Homeless Veterans
http://nchv.org
Financial assistance for
military & veteran families
http://www.operationwearehere.com
Homes for Homeless Vets
Giving America's Heroes the
Support They Deserve
https://www.homecity.com
Real Warriors • Real Battles • Real Strength
https://www.realwarriors.net
Supporting Our Heroes
Help For Veterans' Legal Concerns
https://www.justgreatlawyers.com
A Veterans Guide to Health and Nutrition
https://niftybenefits.com
The Best VA Loans of 2018
https://www.usnews.com
Veterans and Addiction:
The Many Sides of the Problem
https://addictionresource.com
The Ultimate Parkinson’s Medicare Guide
https://texasmedicareplan.com
Long-Term Care for Parkinson’s Disease
https://www.familyassets.com
Is There a Factor That Can Predict PTSD
Development in War Veterans?
https://www.nicabm.com
PTSD And Complex PTSD:
What Happens When You’ve Lived
In A Psychological War Zone
https://thoughtcatalog.com
The Veteran’s Guide to Creating a Peaceful
At-Home Atmosphere After Returning Home
https://www.homeadvisor.com
Trauma and PTSD in Teens:
Signs, Symptoms, and Treatment
https://www.newportacademy.com
Recognizing PTSD Triggers
https://www.iaffrecoverycenter.com
Posttraumatic Stress Disorder
http://workplacementalhealth.org
12 Surprising Remedies for
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
https://www.organicfacts.net
Resources for Veterans and Their Families:
National and local programs for
health, housing and financial help
https://www.medicareadvantage.com
Find Free grants for veterans
in all 50 states and major cities
http://freegrantsforveterans.org
The Ultimate Guide to Hearing Health for Veterans
https://besthearinghealth.com
Silent Professionals
Private Security Job Market
https://silentprofessionals.org
Financial Relief & Discount Guide
For Veterans With Disabilities
https://dealaid.org
Military Service Member & Veteran Guide
to a Career in Substance Abuse Counseling
https://substanceabusecounselor.org


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These resources are available for you; do not be afraid to use them! It can’t possibly hurt to try. No issue is too small to ask for guidance.



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