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FAQs about Veteran Benefits Podcast:How many episodes does Veteran Benefits Podcast have?The podcast currently has 10 episodes available.
July 12, 2025Community Care: Transforming Veteran Support Together (Buddy Check)The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the American Red Cross are hosted the first-ever Veteran Buddy Check Summit on October 22, 2024, from 9:00 – 11:15 a.m. The summit will feature a Buddy Check Townhall with VA leadership and presentations from such organizations as The American Legion, Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors, and American Corporate Partners. Take the Buddy Check Pledge today! #TalktoTen Veteran friends—check in, connect, and increase awareness about valuable VA and community resources....more5minPlay
July 06, 2025Verify your address or change contact information at VA.gov.: 2 months before ETSVerify your address or change contact information at VA.gov. Before you transition out of the service, lots of things can change—maybe even your preferred email address. To make sure you don’t miss important VA information about your claims, services, and other benefits, double check that your contact information (email address, mailing address, and phone number) is correct and that you’ll still have access to it after separation. Most likely, you will lose access to your .mil email address....more6minPlay
July 06, 2025Your SGLI and FSGLI coverage expires soon. Act now to continue your coverage: 1 month after ETSFor the duration of your service, you most likely have had Servicemembers’ Group Life Insurance (SGLI). This coverage will expire 120 days after separation from the military. You can convert the SGLI coverage to Veterans’ Group Life Insurance (VGLI), which provides renewable group term life insurance between $10,000 and $500,000....more6minPlay
July 06, 2025Don't wait to start your claim: 7 months before ETSA Veterans Service Organization can help you every step of the way. As you prepare to file your claim for VA disability compensation, one of the best things you can do is find a Veterans Service Organization (VSO) representative to guide you through the process. Many Veterans wish they hadn’t waited to file their claims, as delaying a claim can make a big difference in getting all earned benefits....more5minPlay
July 06, 2025Take 15 minutes to unlock a lifetime of VA benefits and services for you and your family: 16 months before ETSYour service to this country has earned you benefits that you can use now—like the GI Bill and VA Home Loan—and many more you can use after you leave the military. It’s not too early to start preparing for your post-service life today. Create your secure account for VA.gov to access VA and get a jumpstart on the benefits and services you've earned...more5minPlay
July 06, 2025Mental health support whenever you need it.Some Veterans may experience a period of adjustment while transitioning from military service. In some instances, the transition may be more difficult or last longer....more5minPlay
July 05, 2025Protect yourself and your family’s financial wellbeing with Veterans’ Group Life InsuranceYour SGLI and FSGLI coverage expires soon. Act now to continue your coverage. For the duration of your service, you most likely have had Service members’ Group Life Insurance (SGLI). This coverage will expire 120 days after separation from the military....more5minPlay
July 05, 2025The Cost of Inaction: Ensure your injuries and illnesses are documented: 12 months before ETSHere's a shocking statistic - over 60% of veterans report regretting not documenting their health issues while in service, leading to billions in out-of-pocket medical costs that could have been avoided. Today we're diving into why this happens and what active duty members need to know....more5minPlay
July 05, 2025Get disability compensation faster: 6 months before ETSOur records indicate that you’re within 180 days of separation and eligible now to file your VAdisability claim through the Benefits Delivery at Discharge (BDD) program....more6minPlay
July 05, 2025VA Health Care Registration: 3 months before ETSAs you transition out of the military, what is your plan for health care? At 23:59 on your last day of service, your military health care coverage will expire. Apply for VA health care now to have continued medical coverage while you explore your health care options....more5minPlay
FAQs about Veteran Benefits Podcast:How many episodes does Veteran Benefits Podcast have?The podcast currently has 10 episodes available.