VA Introduces New Direct Deposit Options
The program will provide Veterans and their beneficiaries the chance to safely, reliably, and inexpensively receive and manage their VA monetary benefits through financial services at participating banks.
Can I serve in the military if I have a disability rating from the VA?
There are many myths about having a VA disability rating and serving in the military. The most common is that you can never serve in the military again. This is not completely true.
Survivor Benefit Plan – Dependency and Indemnity Compensation Offset Elimination
The National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2020 was signed into law on December 20, 2019. The law included the elimination of the Survivor Benefit Plan - Dependency and Indemnity Compensation offset or "Widows Tax".
Can I really be recalled to active duty at any time?
Once you join the military, Uncle Sam may keep you there longer than you have planned -- or that you can be recalled to active duty once you get out or retire.
Amtrak Passenger Discount for Military Veterans
Veterans receive a 10% discount on the lowest available rail fare on most Amtrak trains.
Vets and Caregivers Get Commissary, Exchange Access
Beginning Jan. 1, all service-connected disabled veterans, caregivers enrolled in the Department of Veterans Affairs' Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers program, and former prisoners of war will be able to shop at on-base grocery stores and exchanges.
United Spinal’s 24/7 Resources and Counseling Services to Support Veterans
In recognition of Veteran’s Day, United Spinal Association would like to take a moment to thank the men and women who have bravely defended our freedom.
If a service member is receiving VA disability pay under concurrent receipt guidelines, and is re rated to 100%, can the vet receive both retirement and VA pay even if the VA pay is higher than the military ret pay?
Concurrent Retirement and Disability Pay (CRDP) allows military retirees to receive both military retired pay and VA compensation.
Military Benefits for Those Who Are Involuntarily Separated
While every service member moves through the Transition Assistance Program (TAP) before leaving the military, if you're involuntarily separated, you might also receive the following benefits.
Are you a Gambler?
Problem gambling comes at a cost, and VA is committed to helping Veterans recognize that they are not alone in confronting it.