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Improve your financial health with these 20 resources.
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Take control of your finances with the support of a Certified Credit Counselor from the National Foundation for Credit Counseling and the Veterans Benefits Banking Program. Get a free personalized financial review, explore options for managing debt, and find out if a debt management plan with lower payments and reduced interest could benefit you. To get started, complete a short intake form to get connected to a CCC, or call 833-267-3166 for assistance.
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Get expert guidance on managing your finances and planning for the future with an Accredited Financial Counselor through the Veterans Benefits Banking Program. Learn basic investment concepts, get education on retirement accounts, and set financial goals for long-term security. Veterans can receive three free financial counseling sessions. To sign up, visit the AFCPE website or call 614-368-1036 to schedule an appointment.
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Discover products and services that have Veteran discounts and check out this 2-minute video to understand Veteran discounts.
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View a trusted list of all Congressionally-Chartered Veterans Service Organizations who provide help to Veterans from the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
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Creating a will or trust is an important step in preparing for the future no matter your age, background or health. Explore legal services, lawyers, or programs in your area that offer these services free for Veterans.
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American Job Centers offer a variety of employment and training assistance and serve a range of specialized clients including Veterans. Call 1-877-US-2JOBS (1-877-872-5627 supports TTY) or click to find your local American Job Center through the Department of Labor. This 2-minute video explains how the Department of Labor can help Veterans find a new job.
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If you’re a Veteran who is homeless or experiencing housing instability, get assistance from the National Call Center for Homeless Veterans at 1(877) 4AID-VET (877-424-3838) or visit the VA Homeless Programs website for more resources. Get an introduction to how to utilize VA Homeless Programs in this video.
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Access emergency assistance for food, housing, clothing, and utilities through the United Way by calling 211 to speak to someone now or search for resources online by location.
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The nationwide network of United States Department of Housing and Urban Development-participating housing counseling agencies help consumers across America make informed housing decisions. Call 800-569-4287 or 202-708-1455 (TTY) to get connected to a counselor or search online to find a United States Department of Housing and Urban Development-participating housing counseling agency near you. Find out if housing counseling is right for you by playing this video.
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Reach out to United States Department of Agriculture’s National Hunger Hotline at 1-866-3-HUNGRY or 1-877-8-HAMBRE to speak to a representative who will find food resources such as meal sites or food banks.
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Save on your phone or internet bill by calling 1-800-234-9473 or visiting USAC Lifeline Support to apply online.
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What’s your next career move? Find out at My Next Move for Veterans. Search careers with keywords by industry or military skills to land a new job.
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Need help with your energy costs? Find out how the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) can help by calling 1-866-674-6327 or visiting the website. This 1.5-minute video explains LIHEAP and the services they provide.
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VA Compensated Work Therapy provides evidence-based vocational rehabilitation for Veterans living with physical and mental disabilities. Play this 2.5-minute video to see how this program assists Veterans with job barriers from mental health or physical disabilities.
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If you have a service-connected disability that limits your ability to work, Veteran Readiness and Employment helps you explore employment options and address education or training needs. Learn if you’re eligible, how to apply, and if your dependent family members can also get assistance.
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VA direct and VA-backed Veterans home loans can help Veterans, service members, and their survivors to buy, build, improve, or refinance a home. Learn about different loan programs including how to apply online or by contacting a VA loan technician at 877-827-3702. This video provides a full explainer on VA Home Loans or jump directly to a quick 3-minute explainer of what exactly a VA Home Loan is.
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What is VA disability compensation? Find out in this 1.5-minute video from VA.
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VA education benefits help Veterans, service members, and their qualified family members with needs like paying college tuition, finding the right school or training program, and getting career counseling. Learn how to apply for and manage the education and training benefits you’ve earned.
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The National Resource Directory (NRD) links Veterans and their families to hundreds of programs that promote well-being, enabling users to search by state and category of service.
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Find jobs with hiring preferences for Veterans and transitioning military at VA Careers.
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