Veterans Benefits Newsletter posted 7 nov 2020

VA Benefits: Direct Deposit | Benefits for Families | Specialty Car Allowance

Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a web page. November 2020 Veterans Benefits Newsletter Switch to Direct Deposit with VBBP As we celebrate Veterans this November, the Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) strives to provide benefits faster and better than ever before! If you're a Veteran, you can receive your VA benefit payments in a more secure, reliable, and inexpensive way by signing up for the Veterans Benefits Banking Program (VBBP). With VBBP, you can have your VA benefits deposited directly into your bank account instead of receiving a pre-paid debit card or paper check!   If you don’t have a bank account, visit benefits.va.gov/banking or call one of VBBP’s participating banks. If you have a bank account but are not using direct deposit, visit va.gov/change-direct-deposit or call 1-800-827-1000 (711).   Discover Family Benefits If you're the spouse or dependent child of a Veteran or Service member, you may qualify for certain benefits like health care, life insurance, and money to help pay for school or training. Find out which VA benefits you may qualify for and how to access them.   Learn the Latest From VBA Watch the latest webcast from the Under Secretary for Benefits, Paul R. Lawrence, Ph.D., to hear how VBA exceeded 2020 performance goals and objectives despite this year's challenges. Learn how VBA’s efforts and accomplishments have made this our #BestYearEver for delivering the benefits Veterans have earned and deserve.   Understanding VA Claims You may qualify for VA disability benefits if you have physical or mental health conditions that developed as the result of your service. To receive these benefits, you must file a claim to determine your disability rating. Learn more about the VA claims process.   Adapt Your Car with VA If you have a service-related disability that prevents you from driving, VA can help you buy a specially adapted vehicle or adapt an existing vehicle to make it drivable for you! Learn how to apply for automobile allowance and adaptive equipment grants.   Get a Solid Start If you're in the first year of separation from military service, you will receive three phone calls from VA Solid Start representatives who can help you find the resources, services, and benefits that are right for you. Find out why you should take the call!   Follow Us on Instagram Did you know VBA is on Instagram? Be one of the first to learn about benefit updates, VBA job openings, events, and inspiring stories of fellow Veterans by following @vabenefits on Instagram today! Introducing the VFW Podcast Tune in to hear representatives from Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) share one-of-a-kind perspectives and insightful conversations about critical issues, challenges, and legislation affecting Veterans, Service members, and military families. The VFW Podcast is available on the first Wednesday of every month and can be found on all major platforms including Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, Pandora, and the VFW website. Starting in 2021, the VFW Podcast will air on the first and third Wednesday of the month.