Member and Family Support Program Links
Some of the topics you will find on this website include:
Benefits and Compensation
- DOD Benefits - Access information about DoD disability, retirement, survivor, health benefits and information about military pay and allowances.
- VA Benefits - Find information on VA benefits, including disability benefits, pensions for Veterans and their families, VA health care insurance and the GI Bill.
- Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System (DEERS) - Manages the delivery of medical, dental and life insurance benefits, and maintains records on Service Members and their dependents
- Life Insurance - Learn about the various insurance policies offered through the military and VA.
- Social Security Benefits - Find information on Social Security benefits, how they are different from VA benefits and the effect of military pay on your eligibility for Social Security.
- Unemployment Benefits - Research federal and state unemployment programs and compensation for eligible Veterans and their families.
- Forms - Access various VA, DoD and DOL forms required for processing benefits.
Education and Training
- GI Bill & Other VA Education Programs -Find eligibility information, covered programs and payment rates.
- DoD Education Programs & Benefits -Find tuition assistance, tutoring and education programs
- Additional Scholarships, Tuition Assistance & Financial Aid -Get information on government and private sector tuition assistance, scholarships and financial aid for Service Members, Veterans and their family members.
- Continuing Education, Career Paths & Educational Counseling -Access information on programs and resources available to help Service Members and Veterans find the education that fits their needs.
- Internships, Apprenticeships, Licensing & Certification -Find information on internship and apprenticeship opportunities that provide work experience and on-the-job training as well as applying military training to civilian certifications.
- Assistive Technology -Provides information on equipment, adaptive devices and computer software and hardware that can help people with everyday tasks and education- and training-related activities.
- Family Support -Find support organizations, helpful fact sheets for military families, and family programs for each branch.
- Caregiver Support -Learn about caring for wounded warriors and find support groups and hospice information.
- Children & Youth -Information about youth education, college scholarships, talking to children about deployment, and resources for parents of children with disabilities.
- Survivors -Access benefit information, education and employment opportunities, and resources on coping with the loss of a loved one.
- Counseling -Search for a counselor or other mental health professional and find services available to families.
- Domestic Abuse & Sexual Assault -Get help if you are in an abusive relationship and learn more about domestic abuse.
- Financial Information & Assistance -Learn about tax credits, managing personal finances, and finding funds to help in emergency situations.
- Medical, Psychological & Behavioral Conditions -Find information about service-related medical injuries, disabilities and diseases, as well as resources to learn about psychological and behavioral issues that are related to your military experiences.
- Health Care -Find resources on TRICARE and VA insurance, locating military and VA treatment facilities, how to access your medical records, and prosthetics, sensory aids and assistive technologies.
- Rehabilitation -Learn about the rehabilitative therapies available to help Service Members and Veterans recover from injuries and illnesses.
- Healthy Living -Access resources and guides to help you eat right, exercise more, stop smoking and prevent chronic illnesses.
- Domestic Abuse & Sexual Assault -Get help you if you are in an abusive relationship or if you have been sexually assaulted, and find information about organizations working to prevent domestic abuse and sexual assault.
- Health Care Provider Resources -Information for health care professionals who deliver primary and specialty care to Service Members and Veterans.
Homeless Assistance
- VA National Call Center for Homeless Veterans -Call this confidential hotline 24 hours a day, seven days a week to find help for homeless Veterans and their families. 1-877-4AID VET (1-877-424-3838)
- VA & Other Government Programs -Learn about programs provided by the VA and other federal agencies to assist Veterans who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.
- Emergency & Transitional Housing -Browse immediate housing, including community providers funded by the VA's Grant & Per Diem Program and the VA's short-term contract housing program.
- Employment & Income Assistance -Learn how homeless persons can obtain help with employment and benefits, including vocational training and educational resources are also listed.
- Legal Assistance & Credit Counseling -Find information on legal services and credit counseling for homeless and at-risk veterans. These services can help homeless persons qualify for a lease, open a bank account, collect benefits, and become eligible for employment.
- Non-Profit Programs -Learn about non-government providers and advocates working with the issues and needs facing today's homeless population.
- Health Care, Mental Health & Substance Abuse -Learn about resources and locations where homeless Veterans and families may find health care.
- Research & Reports -Read reports and studies on homelessness, including demographic data and best practices for addressing homelessness.
- Homeless Assistance -Find information on transitional housing, employment programs and benefits for homeless Veterans and Service Members.
- Mortgages, Home Loans & Financial Assistance -Get information on government home loan programs available to Service Members, Veterans and their families, financial assistance for housing payments, and help with avoiding foreclosure.
- Military Housing & Relocation -Locate resources to help with moving, including home and apartment listings.
- Housing Locators -Access resources to help you find an apartment or a house through nationwide listings.
- Temporary Housing -Find information on temporary housing available to Service Members, Veterans and their families.
- Accessible Housing -Get information on homes that are modified to be accessible to people who are injured or disabled.
- Residential Rehabilitation Facilities -Access locations of residential rehabilitation facilities for Veterans and Service Members recovering from injuries or illnesses.
Transportation & Travel
- Military Travel Pay -Provides information on military travel pay, per diem and rules about military travel and family travel.
- Transportation Assistance & Public Transportation- Find information about using public transportation, financing a visit to a loved one in a military medical facility, or traveling to a VA medical appointment.
- Automobile Adaptations -Find resources on adapting motor vehicles for disabilities, and how to get financial assistance for modifying your automobile.
- Off-Duty Travel -Learn about benefits, discounts and deals for Service Members, Veterans and their families while traveling off-duty.
Other Services & Resources
- News Room -Stay informed with news articles from military, government and non-profit sources relating to Veterans and military affairs.
- Coming Home -Information that can help you readjust after deployment.
- OEF/OIF Veterans -Learn about DoD and VA programs, services and resources for returning Veterans of Operations Enduring and Iraqi Freedom.
- Wounded Warrior Programs -Education, health care and family support for Service Members wounded while serving their country.
- Veterans Service Organizations -Find advocates for Service Members and Veterans who help file VA claims and apply to government programs.
- Military Service Records -Locate your military service records.
- Volunteer Organizations -Get involved with organizations that provide support services to Service Members, Veterans and their families.
- Service Animals -Access information about service animals that are trained to assist people with disabilities.
- Pet Services -Find information on pet foster care and adoption.
- Emergency Preparedness -Prepare yourself for different emergencies and disasters.
- Recreation & Sports -Plan recreation and sports activities for you and your family.
- Legal Rights & Assistance -Research legal services and laws that protect the rights of Veterans, Service Members, families and caregivers.
- Financial Information & Assistance -Learn about tax credits, managing personal finances, and finding funds to help in emergency situations.
- Video Library -View video clips from the VA, DoD and other federal government agencies.
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