Definition
Programs that provide assistance for veterans who are having difficulty understanding and/or obtaining the full benefits and services to which they are entitled by law based on service to their country. The programs may help veterans understand the eligibility criteria for benefits, the benefits provided by the program, the payment process and the rights of beneficiaries; provide consultation and advice; help them complete benefits application forms; negotiate on their behalf with U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs staff; and/or represent them in administrative processes or judicial litigation. Included are Veteran Services Officers (VSOs) who are trained and accredited by the Veteran's Administration (VA) and can be found in offices specific to each state, the county courthouse, the local VA office and local veteran's rights organizations; as well as legal aid programs that offer more formalized legal assistance.
URL Name
FT-1000-9000
Third Level Code
FT-1000
Taxonomy Code
FT-1000.9000
Parent Code
FT-1000
Family Code
F
Second Level Code
FT
Fourth Level Code
FT-1000-9000
Use References
Benefits Assistance for Veterans, Veteran Benefits Advocacy, Veteran Benefits Counseling, Veteran's Benefits Assistance, Veteran Service Officer Assistance Programs, VSO Assistance Programs
Publication Status
Online