Reflecting on Memorial Day
As we roll into the Memorial Day holiday, I’ve been reflecting on the differences between last Memorial Day and this one, during the time of a global pandemic.
DAV Providing $250 COVID-19 Unemployment Relief Check for Unemployed Disabled Veterans
The DAV (Disabled American Veterans) is providing Unemployment Relief checks to service-connected disabled veterans who have lost employment as a direct result of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Veterans and Stimulus Payments
The IRS released a new electronic portal to assist people on SSI, recipients of certain VA benefits, and other non-filers in receiving their stimulus payments.
VA Expands Virtual Services to Support Veterans Amid Office Closures Due to COVID-19
Veterans continue to receive benefits and services after the VA Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) temporarily closed its 56 regional offices to the public in response to COVID-19.
VA Releases COVID-19 Response Plan
The VA made public the COVID-19 Response Plan it is executing within its medical facilities to protect Veterans, their families and staff.
VA Extends Financial, Benefits and Claims Relief to Veterans
On March 3, the VA announced a number of actions to provide Veterans with financial, benefits and claims help amid VA's COVID-19 response.
VA Update on Discontinuance of DBQ Usage
The VBA is providing information about the sunset of making Disability Benefits Questionnaires available to the public on our website.
VA Makes Changes to Vocational Rehab Program Due to COVID-19
The VA has announced changes to VR&E that make it easier for veterans to receive the training necessary for a post-service career.
Help Keep Military Communities Safe From COVID-19
The Army & Air Force Exchange Service is taking precautions to protect the health and safety of our Nation’s heroes. But they need your help.
Veterans’ GI Bill Benefits to Continue During COVID-19 Pandemic
The law enables VA to continue providing the same level of education benefits to students having to take courses online due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.