Veteran Benefits & Assistance Resources

Dixon-Conderman VFW Post 2514 is committed to helping you access the benefits you’ve earned. Contact our Benefits Advisor, John Gardner, for help with VA claims, paperwork, or questions. We’re your local guide to federal, state, and VFW resources.

VA Benefits Overview

The official 2025 Federal Benefits for Veterans, Dependents, Survivors, and Caregivers handbook is the most comprehensive guide—download it here:

• Federal Benefits Handbook (PDF)

Main VA portals and key programs:

• VA.gov Home – Apply, manage benefits, find nearby facilities
• Disability Compensation – File or check claims
• Health Care Benefits – Enroll or get care
• Education & GI Bill – Use your benefits for school or training
• Home Loans – VA-backed mortgages and refinancing
• Burial Benefits – National and state cemeteries, headstones
• Vet Centers – Community-based counseling and support
• PACT Act Benefits – Expanded coverage for toxic exposure

Apply or track claims online:

• Apply for Benefits
• Check Claim Status (via VA.gov or eBenefits)

VFW Assistance Programs

• National Veterans Service – Free accredited claims help from VFW
• Financial Grants & Emergency Aid – Up to $2,500 for qualifying needs
• Other VFW Support – Scholarships, troop support, family programs

North Carolina-specific:

• NC Department of Military and Veterans Affairs – State benefits and services

Additional Helpful Resources

• National Resource Directory – Vetted programs for housing, employment, recovery, and more
• Veterans Crisis Line – 24/7 support: Call/text 988 then press 1, or chat online
• Homeless Veterans Assistance – VA programs and hotline (877-424-3838)
• Transition Assistance – For separating service members

Last Updated: February 2026
(Always verify details on the official sites, as benefits and contact info can change.)