Department of Veterans Affairs
The Department of Veterans Affairs is the federal agency that serves people who have served in the armed forces. It provides health care, pays benefits, and honors veterans through burial and memorial services. It is separate from the Department of Defense, which runs the military itself, and it works with Congress, states, and veterans groups.
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Care, benefits, and burial
The Veterans Health Administration provides medical care, and the Veterans Benefits Administration handles disability, education, housing, and other benefits. The National Cemetery Administration runs national cemeteries for veterans and their families.
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The PACT Act: VA Benefits for Veterans Exposed to Toxins
See which burn pit, Agent Orange, and Camp Lejeune conditions the PACT Act covers, how VA calculates combined ratings and pay, and how to file a claim.
Mental Health Resources for Military Families: A Support Guide
Military life creates unique mental health challenges that civilian populations rarely face. Combat exposure, frequent relocations, extended family separations, and the constant pressure of…
How the Pentagon and VA Work Together to Support America’s Veterans
When a soldier takes off the uniform for the last time, two of America's largest government agencies must execute a perfect handoff. The Department…
Wounded Warrior Care: Understanding DoD and VA Roles and Coordination
Caring for America's wounded, ill, and injured service members and veterans, often referred to collectively as "Wounded Warriors," is a profound national commitment shared…