Veterans Benefits Newsletter | August 2025

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Veterans Benefits Newsletter

August 2025

VALife program tops $2 Billion in coverage for service-connected Veterans!

VALife has already provided over $2 Billion in total coverage to more than 60,000 Veterans since its launch in 2023.

VALife provides up to $40,000 of whole life insurance coverage to Veterans. Veterans age 80 or younger, with service-connected disabilities rated from 0 to 100%, receive guaranteed acceptance in the program without medical underwriting.

Veterans can apply online and receive a decision within 10 minutes. Veteran enrolled in the program also enjoy self-service functions like electronic payments and beneficiary updates.

Benefits Delivery at Discharge

If you have an illness or injury that was caused or worsened by your active-duty service, you can apply for the Benefits Delivery at Discharge (BDD) program 180 to 90 days before your discharge from active duty. Find out how to file a claim through BDD to speed up your claim decision process and get your benefits sooner.

Board of Veterans Appeals surpassed 92,000 completed appeals ahead of 92nd birthday

VA’s Board of Veterans Appeals celebrated its 92^nd birthday July 28, 2025. The Board celebrated this milestone by dispatching more than 92,000 disability appeals this year for Veterans and dependents faster than ever before. The Board remains on track this Fiscal Year to issue the highest annual number of decisions in its history.

Better Understand Your VR&E Benefits

Are you looking for career support through Veteran Readiness and Employment (VR&E), but don't know where to start? VA's Veteran Orientation Express tool can help guide you through the VR&E program in a simple, easy way. Learn more about the tool and start your new career journey today.

Find Your VA Disability Ratings

Your VA disability rating is used to determine how much compensation you’ll receive each month, as well as your eligibility for other VA benefits. If you have one or multiple disability ratings, you can view both your combined VA disability rating and individual ratings online.

File a Supplemental Claim for Denied Benefits

If VA denied your disability claim in the past, but now considers your condition presumptive, you are encouraged to file a Supplemental Claim. This will allow VA to re-adjudicate your claim when presented with new evidence or policy. Learn how to file a Supplemental Claim today.

Historical POW Legislation

Since World War II, the U.S. government has conferred special benefits on former prisoners of war. In the 1950s, former prisoners received reparations for their mistreatment. After Vietnam, President Reagan signed into law the first piece of legislation that focused exclusively on the needs of Veterans held captive in wartime

Tune into the latest episode of VA’s video series, VA History in Focus.

Surviving spouses and VA home loans

Eligible surviving wives or husbands can apply for a VA-guaranteed home loan to purchase or refinance a home. In addition to overcoming barriers that make opening the door to a new home more likely, there are other advantages to the VA home loan. Learn more about your next steps.

Preparing for Natural Disasters

As natural disasters approach, now is the time to prepare for evacuations, financial challenges, an increase in scams and impacts to mental or physical health services. While it may feel overwhelming, we want Veterans to be prepared to navigate the challenges resulting from extreme weather.

Scammers Target Purple Heart Recipients and SMC Benefits

The increased financial compensation associated with Special Monthly Compensation (SMC) benefits and the visibility of Purple Heart recipients can attract scammers looking to exploit Veterans. These scams range from identity theft and fraudulent investment schemes to fraudulent financial services charging unnecessary fees for services VA offers for free. One of the best ways VA can honor a Veteran’s service is to protect their benefits against scams by raising awareness and keeping them informed.

SVA Inspires Tomorrow's Leaders

Student Veterans of America (SVA) advances the academic, professional, and personal development of Veterans in higher education by providing resources, network support, and advocacy to ensure they can achieve their greatest potential. With a dedicated network of more than 1,500 on-campus chapters in all 50 states and three countries overseas representing more than 750,000 student Veterans, SVA connects students with a community of dedicated chapter leaders.

View your VA Payment History

Find out how to view your VA payment history online. You can also change your direct deposit information or contact information. Review your information today

Upcoming Events

Aug. 18 - Veterans Benefits and Hiring Fair | Richmond, VA

Aug. 20 - Wellness Wednesday | Healthcare in Retirement

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