From the Meuse-Argonne campaign of World War I to the recent action in Iraq and Afghanistan, American soldiers, sailors, airmen, and marines have fought on front lines around the globe to defend our freedom at home. Whether fighting on the battlefield or manning the ramparts against the threat of communist aggression, it is the courage, commitment and endurance of the American fighting forces that have made possible the unprecedented prosperity and political freedom that we enjoy today. In order to assist Georgia veterans, information is available below to help answer questions about benefits, healthcare, and options available for our nation’s veterans.
Veterans Benefits - Major benefits include veterans’ compensation, veterans’ pension, survivors’ benefits, rehabilitation and employment assistance, education assistance, home-loan guaranties, and life insurance coverage
Healthcare - Access information about the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) which is the medical assistance program of the VA through the administration and operation of numerous VA outpatient clinics, hospitals, medical centers and long-term healthcare facilities
More Information - Information about employment opportunities, education, and OEF/OIF veterans.
Military Records - For assistance with your DD Form 214 and information about obtaining military medals from service.
List of Benefits for Georgia Veterans - See which benefits Georgia veterans are afforded for their service, including tax exemptions, hunting and fishing licenses and veterans license plates.
Veterans Service Organizations - There are many service organizations which can help you fill out VA forms, tell you about VA benefits, and also provide a wide range of help for veterans and their dependents.
US Department of Veterans Affairs
Georgia Department of Veterans Service
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Only veterans entitled to the maximum benefit rate (based on service requirements) or their designated transferees may receive this funding. Active duty servicemembers and their spouses are not eligible for this program (child transferees of active duty servicemembers may be eligible if the servicemember is qualified at the 100% rate).
Therefore, you may be eligible if:
Find information about participating institutions for the 2011-2012 school year and the Yellow Ribbon Program website.
For more information about the Post-9/11 GI Bill benefits, visit the Senator's website HERE.
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