Veterans of the United States armed forces may be eligible for a broad range of benefits and services provided by the US Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). For detailed information on how to access these benefits and services, look no further than the newest edition of Federal Benefits for Veterans, Dependents, Survivors, and Caregivers.

The VA operates the nation's largest health-care system, with 1,355 care sites available across the country. These sites include hospitals, community clinics, counseling centers, and more. In this book, those who have honorably served in the military will receive personalized guidance about the services offered at these sites, basic eligibility for health care, and more.

Helpful topics described in depth throughout these pages for veterans and their dependents, survivors, and caretakers include the following key benefit categories:

• Health Care: Comprehensive services, including treatment for service-connected and non-service-connected conditions and mental health care, factoring in eligibility due to discharge status, service duration, and more.
• Education: Scholarships, grants, and loan programs for veterans and any eligible dependents pursuing higher education.
• Housing: Home loan guaranty and other programs, plus mortgage assistance and grants for adapting homes for veterans with disabilities.
• Financial Assistance: Disability compensation, pension benefits, and other assistance for wartime veterans.
• Miscellaneous: Burial and memorial benefits, employment and transition assistance, military medals and records, and more.