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Assistance for Veterans

We're here to assist our veterans with getting the help and information they need.
Below are some common services that are accessed by veterans.
For more information please call one of our benefits advisors at (215) 686-3256.

We have organized services based on which level of government they are available from.
Please click on any of the titles below to view their service offerings.

Services available from the City/County

Greater Philadelphia Veterans Network
GPVN helps veterans, national guard, and reservists find work through career service, programs, initiatives, mentorships, networking and job leads.
VETERANS’ PREFERENCE IN STATE CIVIL SERVICE
Learn about how Veterans receive additional benefits in recognition of their military service when they pass civil service examinations required for appointment to employment positions covered by the State’s Merit System.
Veterans Multi-Service Center Employment and Training
Access training programs designed with the current job market in mind to help you acquire the necessary skills to compete for demanding positions and to earn a livable wage.

Services Available from the State

PA Department of Military and Veterans Affairs
Get advice and assistance with military benefits for veterans and their families, and quality care for aging veterans.
PA Veterans Temporary Assistance
Get temporary financial assistance for Veterans and their beneficiaries residing in Pennsylvania for food, dairy, shelter, fuel and clothing.
PennDOT Military Registration Vehicle Plates
Get information on obtaining military plates for your vehicle. Click here to view/download a fact sheet.
MFRAP
Learn about financial assistance, in the form of grants, available to eligible Pennsylvania service members and their family members.
PA Blind Veterans' Pension
Blind Veterans can apply for a pension of $150.00 per month.
PA Amputee and Paralyzed Veterans' Pension
Provides eligible amputee and paralyzed Veterans a pension of $150.00 per month.
PA Educational Gratuity Program
Get financial assistance for children of honorably discharged veterans who have service-connected disabilities, or who died in service, and served during a period of war or armed conflict.
PA Career Link Philadelphia
PA CareerLink® offers a variety of free career development services to help you successfully explore the path to gainful employment.
PA State Veterans Homes
Pennsylvania offers its veterans six extended care facilities throughout the state and the level of care provided includes personal and skilled nursing care. These facilities offer qualified veterans and their spouses dedicated, superior care.
Real Estate Tax Exemption for Disabled Veterans
The program provides real estate tax exemption for any honorably discharged veteran who is 100% disabled, a resident of the Commonwealth and has a financial need.
PA Attorney General's Office of Military and Veterans Affairs
The Office of Attorney General is committed to protecting all Pennsylvania military members, veterans and their families, who are often specifically targeted by dishonest businesses looking to exploit their patriotism, lifestyle and hard-earned benefits.

Services Available from the Federal Government

Women Veterans Health Care
Learn about options available from the VA to support women's health.
VA Home Loans

Find out how Service members, Veterans, and eligible surviving spouses can apply for a home loan guaranty benefit and other housing-related programs.
VA Housing Grants for Disabled Veterans

Find out about grants to Servicemembers and Veterans with certain permanent and total service-connected disabilities to help purchase or construct an adapted home, or modify an existing home to accommodate a disability.
Forever G.I. Bill
Learn how you can get help paying for your education.
Student Veterans of America
Student Veterans of America's mission is to provide military veterans with the resources, support, and advocacy needed to succeed in higher education and following graduation.
VA Servicemembers Group Life Insurance (SGLI)
SGLI is a program that provides low-cost term life insurance coverage to eligible Servicemembers.
VA Veterans' Group Life Insurance (VGLI)
Veterans’ Group Life Insurance (VGLI) is a program that allows you to continue life insurance coverage after you separate from service.
VA Family Servicemembers' Group Life Insurance (FSGLI)
FSGLI is a program that provides term life insurance coverage to the spouses and dependent children of Servicemembers insured under SGLI
VA Compensation 101
a tax free monetary benefit paid to Veterans with disabilities that are the result of a disease or injury incurred or aggravated during active military service.
VA Health Benefits for Returning Servicemembers
Your service has earned your access to enhanced VA health care benefits. In order to take advantage of these benefits, OEF/OIF/OND Veterans need to enroll in VA's health care system.
U.S. Department of Labor Veterans Employment
Get one on one assistance with your job search, explore careers, and find job training.
VA Supportive Housing (HUD-VASH) Program
HUD-VASH provides permanent supportive housing for eligible homeless Veterans who are single or eligible homeless Veterans with families.
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder Treatment for Veterans
Learn about treatment options from the National Center for PTSD.
FTC Military Consumer Protection Site
Military Consumer empowers active duty and veteran servicemembers to protect agains fraud make better-informed decisions when managing your money.
U.S Army Social Media Scam Prevention Guidelines
Guidance, education and training to protect yourself against scams and learn online etiquette.
VETERANS HEALTH ADMINISTRATION
The full range of veterans health resources and information is available here.
VETERANS HEALTH ADMINISTRATION PUBLICATIONS
Access publications about VHA resources and programs.
VA BURIAL ALLOWANCE
Find information on the VA Burial Allowance and how to apply .
NATIONAL CEMETARIES
A list of national cemetaries across the country.
STATE VETERANS CEMETARIES
A list of state cemetaries for veterans.

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Individual-based Service

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Education

Crisis Management

Survivor Benefit

Health Care

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VETERANS CRISIS HOTLINE
1-800-273-8255 (PRESS 1)
OR TEXT 838255

NATIONAL SUICIDE
PREVENTION LIFELINE
1-800-273-8255

HELP FOR
HOMELESS VETERANS
1-877-424-3838

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Are you a Family Member or Caregiver?

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NEED HELP?

VETERANS CRISIS HOTLINE 1-800-273-8255 (PRESS 1) OR TEXT 838255

NATIONAL SUICIDE PREVENTION LIFELINE 1-800-273-8255

HELP FOR HOMELESS VETERANS 1-877-424-3838

Upcoming Events

Are you a
Family Member
or Caregiver?

VETERANS CRISIS HOTLINE
1-800-273-8255 (PRESS 1)
OR TEXT 838255

NATIONAL SUICIDE
PREVENTION LIFELINE
1-800-273-8255

HELP FOR
HOMELESS VETERANS
1-877-424-3838