Federal benefits for Veterans and families

These benefits come from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and apply in every state and territory. Choose a topic to see current official amounts and how to apply.

• Crisis help, right now Free, confidential support 24/7 for Veterans, service members and families.
• Disability compensation Tax-free monthly payments for conditions caused or worsened by your service.
• VA health care Medical, mental health, and preventive care at VA and community providers.
• PACT Act & toxic exposure Expanded care and benefits for burn pit, Agent Orange and other exposures.
• Education & GI Bill Tuition, housing and book money for college, trade school and training.
• VA home loans Buy, build or refinance a home — usually with no down payment.
• Veterans Pension Monthly payments for wartime Veterans with limited income and net worth.
• Survivors & families Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC) and other survivor benefits.
• Burial & memorial benefits Burial allowance, national cemetery burial, headstones and flags.
• Jobs & Veteran Readiness Job training, career counseling and employment support (Chapter 31).
• Housing help & homelessness Immediate help if you're homeless or at risk of losing your home.
• Free help & avoiding scams Get free, accredited help with claims — and spot predatory 'claim sharks'.