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Veteran Resources

Resources to guide veterans, past and present, in various materials such as mental health, VA clinics, education, job finding, resume writing, service dogs, and more.

VA Essentials

eBenefits: https://www.ebenefits.va.gov/ebenefits/homepage
The online one stop for all VA Needs

The Veterans Affairs: https://www.va.gov/
Phone: 1-800-827-1000

VA Solid Start: https://discover.va.gov/transition-programs/#brxe-fcefib
Phone: 1-800-698-2411

VA Benefits and Services FAQ: https://www.va.gov/contact-us/
Phone: 800-698-2411

Note: See documents tab for VA checklist (under medical) for starting benefits. If you have questions contact the VA Office.

Social Groups are another way for the veterans to get started with their VA Claim. Often veterans may not know where to begin to get a VA claim started and/or to add to their existing claim. 

Note: according to the VFW: 

Many Veterans seek support and help with filing VA benefits claims for the payments they deserve. Be cautious of "claim predators" - unaccredited companies or individuals targeting Veterans' benefits for profit.  

How to identify claim predators: 

  • Charging High Fees: Predatory companies charge absurd fees or require you to pay a portion of your VA benefits. Never pay anyone a fee to file an initial claim for benefits. 
  • Making Dishonest Promises: Don't trust anyone who claims they can help accelerate the claims process and obtain a 100% disability benefits evaluation. Remember, only VA has the authority to determine disability ratings. 
  • Requiring Binding Contracts: No one should ever charge a fee to file an initial claim for VA benefits. Never sign a contract agreeing to pay an unauthorized individual/company a percentage of your benefit payment in exchange for help with your VA claim. 

Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW): https://vfw.org/
The VFW is a great source to point you in the right direction to help get you started on your claim.

The American Legion: https://www.legion.org/
A veteran support group that is found on a national level and will walk the veteran through the process step by step.

 

 

Disabled Vets: owned and operated by veterans and explains the way VA Math works. This organization also offers a free case review. Call them at 1-888-373-4722 (Keep in mind, unless your looking for advocates to assist you with the rating process, the VA offers free services as well). https://www.disabledvets.com/veterans-disability/rating/

 

See below articles and documents for 2025 VA disability changes

Note: The only way regulations change is if the Secretary of Veterans Affairs changes them or if there is legislative action by Congress.

Driver License and Identification Services for Veterans,  provided by The Department of Public Safety (DPS), provides an easy way for veterans to provide proof of service through the use of the veteran's service branch and veteran level Designations. Having veteran status listed on your driver's license allows you to easily access various discounts and benefits offered by businesses and government agencies specifically for veterans, without needing to carry additional proof of service, like a DD-214, making it a convenient way to identify yourself as a veteran when seeking benefits, discounts, and other perks.

  • Payment to the Texas DPS varies by the veterans rating and an appointment, or mail in option, is required.  To schedule an appointment, please click here.  You will need the completed DL-14A application, lawful presence or proof of citizenship, proof of residency, and proof of identity. 
  • If you had a license suspended and need to check on license eligibility for reinstatement, click here.
  • If you have a suspended DL, you may qualify for a occupational drivers license (ODL). Click here to learn more. 
  • DPS can help you with ADA placards, driver records, voter registration, passport card, and more. Click here to learn more.