CSCC Military & Veteran Services

Once you file your claim for disability benefits, we may ask you to have a claim exam (also known as a compensation and pension, or C&P, exam). Find answers to your questions about C&P exams: va.gov/disability/va-claim-e…

Are you an honorably-discharged Veteran or a Service member who received a Purple Heart on or after September 11, 2001? You may be eligible for full Post-9/11 GI Bill® benefits for up to 36 months. Explore your education benefits: va.gov/gi-bill-comparison-to….

On this National Atomic Veterans Day, our country remembers the service and sacrifices of Atomic Veterans. Their heroism and patriotism will never be forgotten, and we always honor their bravery and devotion to duty. See the proclamation here: whitehouse.gov/briefing-room…

Are you currently serving or in the Selected Reserve? If so, your spouse or dependents may be eligible for education benefits through a Transfer of Entitlement. Learn more: va.gov/education/transfer-po…

DYK? VA launched a new effort to create a modernized GI Bill® platform. Known as Digital GI Bill (DGIB), it will transform the GI Bill experience for Veterans, their families, and the stakeholders who serve them. Check out this video for more info: youtube.com/watch?v=ZhOiYjXM…

Are you a Veteran with a parent who depends on you for financial support? You may be eligible for additional benefits! More here: benefits.va.gov/BENEFITS/fac…

Did you know may be able to file a claim for VA travel pay? If eligible, you can receive VA travel pay reimbursement as a Veteran or caregiver for general health care travel or special mode transportation reimbursement. Learn more and file a claim: va.gov/health-care/get-reimb…

The COVID-19 pandemic has left millions of Americans without a job over the past year, including many Veterans. Separating service members and Veterans who are unemployed may be eligible for unemployment compensation. Watch our video: youtube.com/watch?v=Evl40abj…

How do I know if I served under an eligible wartime period? Under current law, VA recognizes the wartime periods below to decide eligibility for VA pension benefits. More info here: va.gov/pension/eligibility/

To inspire more Veterans to seek help from VA, we regularly share success stories of Veterans who have experienced and exited homelessness. Check out the inspiring story of a Veteran who sought help from VA: blogs.va.gov/VAntage/88448/v… #EndVeteranHomelessness

DYK the 2021 VA pension rates for Veterans? If you qualify for Veterans Pension, VA will base your payment amount on the difference between your countable income and a limit set by Congress (Maximum Annual Pension Rate, or MAPR). Learn more: va.gov/pension/veterans-pens…

Looking to open a checking or savings account? If so, opening an account at a bank or credit union is quite simple, especially with the Veterans Benefits Banking Program. See our checklist for opening a bank or credit union account here: go.usa.gov/xH59Y

Are you a Korean War Veteran? You may be entitled to disability compensation benefits if you have certain cancers as a result of exposure to ionizing radiation or your participation in a radiation-risk activity during military service. More here: go.usa.gov/xHYsN