VA Benefits Newsletter

November 2019

Missed the Q4 Webcast? Watch the recap on YouTube!

Check out a recording of the webcast from 10/31, hosted by Under Secretary for Benefits, Paul R. Lawrence, Ph.D. Get information about how the Veterans Benefits Administration’s business lines performed during FY2019 and why FY20 will be VBA’s #BestYearEver.

Watch Recap

Celebrate Veterans and Military Families Month

November is Veterans and Military Families Month and it's all about you. Throughout November, you’ll find events across the country that honor Veterans and their families, as well as offer support services and resources. Check out our calendar to see how and where we’re celebrating your service! Find an official observance site in your community.

VBA is (always) hiring! #VBAJobs

Looking for a great new rewarding career? Help us provide benefits and services to Veterans and their families. We have openings all over the country and new ones pop up all the time. Bookmark our jobs page and check back frequently! Do you want to work in our office? We have Public Affairs Specialist openings, too! Apply Now!

Get the facts on Veterans pension

VA helps Veterans and their families with financial challenges by providing supplemental income through the Veterans pension benefit. This is a tax-free monetary benefit paid to low-income wartime Veterans. We have helpful information on eligibility, how to apply, and additional pension allowances. Already a recipient? Learn how to protect yourself from common pension scams. Read more.

Holiday shopping is coming up. Veterans can now shop the BX/PX online!

Benefits include: Military-exclusive pricing, tax-free shopping and free shipping options.

The Veteran BX/PX benefit is available to all honorably discharged veterans. Shop top brands on TVs, home security, outdoor & hunting, furniture and more – all at military-exclusive prices. The verification process is easy and only takes a few steps. Activate your benefit now.

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Stay up to date on Veteran employment information

Get stats delivered directly to your inbox by subscribing to the VETS monthly Veteran Employment Update or view the latest Veteran unemployment numbers.