Links to Other Resources
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
The VA offers a variety of benefits and support systems for veterans and their families. https://www.va.gov/
- Health care -- https://www.va.gov/health/
- Education and training -- https://benefits.va.gov/gibill/
- Home Loans -- https://www.benefits.va.gov/homeloan
- Life Insurance -- https://www.benefits.va.gov/insurance/
- Disability Compensation -- https://www.benefits.va.gov/compensation/
- Aid and Attendance or Housebound services -- https://www.vets.gov/pension/aid-attendance-housebound/
- Burial and Memorial Services -- https://www.cem.va.gov/
The Post 518 Service Officers can assist you in researching and understanding these services.
American Legion National
The National American Legion website offers information and links regarding numerous benefits for Veterans and their families.
https://www.legion.org/veteransbenefits
Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs
The Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs runs Minnesota's five state Veterans Homes and assists Minnesota's 370,000 Veterans and their dependents to obtain the benefits and services provided by the United States Department of Veterans Affairs.
Nicollet County Veterans Service Office
The Nicollet County Veterans Service Office is a local point of contact for veterans in our county to assist with all veteran issues.
http://www.co.nicollet.mn.us/173/Veterans-Services
Obtain Military Records
For veterans or family members of veterans, a copy of military records is required to take advantage of any benefits that are offered. Those can be obtained through the following links:
https://www.archives.gov/st-louis/military-personnel
Veterans Crisis Lines
The Veterans Crisis Line connects Veterans in crisis and their families and friends with qualified, caring Department of Veterans Affairs responders through a confidential toll-free hotline, online chat, or text. https://www.veteranscrisisline.net/resources/HomelessResources.aspx
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is a national network of local crisis centers that provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. - https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/
PTSD and Addiction Treatment for Veterans:
The VA has a program to provide trained service dogs for Veterans suffering from PTSD.
https://www.ptsd.va.gov/public/treatment/cope/dogs_and_ptsd.asp
The following websites offers information on substance abuse among veterans.
VA Claims Processing
Flinch Forward
Flinch Forward is an organization for both US Military Veterans and First Responders. It's a mission-oriented nonprofit that offers its members opportunities to continue their mission through community engagement, service and leadership.
Addiction Group
Addiction Group is an informational web guide created for people struggling with substance use disorders (SUD), alcohol use disorders (AUD), and co-occurring mental health disorders. Their team of journalists, researchers, doctors, and medical professionals helps people find the right treatment for their individual needs and unique situations.
Memory Care Resources for Veterans
MemoryCare.com is dedicated to providing the best, most comprehensive resources to those struggling with Alzheimer’s and dementia, as well as their caregivers and loved ones.
Medicare Plans Resources for Veterans
Explore the benefits of having Medicare with VA health insurance coverage.
https://www.medicareplans.com/va-military-and-medicare-benefits-resource/
How to Start a Small Business - A Veteran's SMB Guide With Tools and Financial Resources
As a veteran, many of the skills you learned in the military can be especially helpful in running a business. The wide range of hard and soft skills you acquired through service can be transferred with great success to the private sector. Many veterans are doing just that.
According to the United States Small Business Association (SBA), 2 1/2 million businesses are run by veterans. Nearly one in 10 U.S. businesses are veteran-owned. They cover the entire range of business types: from professional and technical services to consulting, construction, consumer products, and more.
While funding can be an obstacle for many new entrepreneurs, veterans have some advantages. Federal agencies are required to set aside a certain amount of funding for vets. This is especially helpful, given that many veterans lack sufficient credit history to obtain funding from traditional sources like banks.
In this guide, we outline the steps you’ll take to get a successful company off the ground. We’ll dive deep into each step and explain exactly what you need. We’ll introduce you to the wide range of excellent resources that can help you turn an idea into a successful business.
https://digital.com/veterans-business/
Assisted Living Benefits for Veterans
Veterans who are injured in the line of duty face many challenges when they return home, including the inability to live an independent life. Whether fully or partially disabled, many need assistance with daily activities.
Thankfully, there are assisted living options that can help veterans who have disabilities, as well as elderly veterans who need help as they grow older. There are two basic ways for eligible veterans to receive assistance: obtain an assisted living benefit from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) or apply for residency in a veteran’s home.
This guide contains information about the benefit programs available from the VA. Read on to learn whether you are eligible, how to apply, and what programs are available in your state.
https://www.assistedliving.org/assisted-living-benefits-for-veterans/