Explore Veterans benefits and eligibility including health care, pension, life insurance, disability compensation, housing, education and training, employment assistance, survivors benefits, and memorial benefits.
For years, Veterans have returned home with invisible scars—illnesses and conditions caused by exposure to toxic substances. The passage of the PACT Act (Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics) marked a transformative step in addressing care gaps Veterans were facing after returning home from combat.
Veterans often have questions about VA services and benefits. Whether they have recently exited military service or have been separated for years, VA is here to help Veterans navigate benefit entitlements and take an active role in their health care.
It might look official—and even include the VA seal or logo—but unless the image or post links to a .gov official website (like VA.gov or USAJobs.gov) or official social media channels, it’s not from VA.
During the holiday season it's important to remain vigilant, to protect your sensitive information, and to verify the security of websites when shopping online.
When Veterans need support and encouragement from a person who can relate to their challenges, our peer specialists are available to help. A peer specialist has traveled the road to recovery and now works at VA supporting other Veterans in finding their own paths.
