Veterans with Disabilities
Getting Started
When a service member is released from active duty, the Department of Defense notifies the US Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The VA then sends a letter with information about VA benefits and assistance to aid in the transition to civilian life. However, especially for veterans with disabilities, finding out about and applying for services is often difficult. The following are links to resources that may help you in getting started with finding and applying for services that you and your family may qualify for.
In Ohio: Contact your County Veterans Service Office. The Ohio Department of Job and Family Services - Veterans with Disabilities Resources also provides information.
Call the VA: You can call the US Department of VA at 1-800-827-1000 (for benefits information) and 1-877-222-8387 (for health care eligibility information). You can also visit the VA's Returning Service Members Web site.
Apply for Social Security benefits: The Social Security Administration offers expedited processing of disability claims for veterans and military personnel who became disabled while on active military service on or after October 1, 2001. Social Security benefits are different than those from the VA and require a separate application. For more information visit the Disability Benefits For Wounded Warriors section of Social Security's Web site.
Online Resource Directories:
Booklets and fact sheets:
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