Public Benefits Advocate Newsletter - July 2009 This monthly newsletter contains updates about Georgia public benefits programs like food stamps, TANF, Medicaid, and more.
By: Georgia Legal Services Program®
Public Benefits Advocate Newsletter - June 2009 This monthly newsletter contains updates about Georgia public benefits programs like food stamps, TANF, Medicaid, and more.
By: Georgia Legal Services Program®
Public Benefits Advocate Newsletter - March 2009 This monthly newsletter contains updates about Georgia public benefits programs like food stamps, TANF, Medicaid, and more.
By: Georgia Legal Services Program®
Public Benefits Advocate Newsletter - May 2009 This monthly newsletter contains updates about Georgia public benefits programs like food stamps, TANF, Medicaid, and more.
By: Georgia Legal Services Program®
Public Benefits Advocate Newsletter - October 2009 This monthly newsletter contains updates about Georgia public benefits programs like food stamps, disaster help, TANF, Medicaid, and more.
By: Georgia Legal Services Program®
Public Benefits Advocate Newsletter - September 2009 This monthly newsletter contains updates about Georgia public benefits programs like food stamps, TANF, Medicaid, and more.
By: Georgia Legal Services Program®
The Board of Veterans' Appeals for Benefit Claims
(Separate Website)
The Board of Veterans' Appeals (also known as "BVA" or "the Board") is a part of the VA, located in Washington, D.C. Members of the Board review benefit claims determinations made by local VA offices and issue decision on appeals. These Law Judges, attorneys experienced in veterans law and in reviewing benefit claims, are the only ones who can issue Board decisions. Staff attorneys, also trained in veterans law, review the facts of each appeal and assist the Board members. This is a gateway to information abuot the Board of Veterans' Appeals and the appeals process.
By: Department of Veterans' Affairs
VA Programs for Homeless Veterans
(Separate Website)
One-third of the adult homeless male population and nearly one-quarter (23%) of all homeless adults have served their country in the armed services. While there is no true measure of the number of homeless veterans, it has been estimated that more than 250,000 veterans may be homeless on any given night and that twice as many veterans experience homelessness over the course of a year. Many other veterans are considered at risk because of poverty, lack of support from family and friends and precarious living conditions in overcrowded or substandard housing. Almost all (97 percent) homeless veterans are male and the vast majority is single. About 45 percent of homeless veterans suffer from mental illness and, with considerable overlap, slightly more than 70 percent suffer from alcohol or drug abuse problems. This document tells you more about the kinds of programs available to help veterans with these problems.
By: Department of Veterans' Affairs
Veterans' Benefits in Georgia
(Separate Website)
This page outlines the tax exemptions and special provisions for veterans in the state of Georgia.
By: Georgia Department of Veterans' Service
Veterans' Burial and Memorial Benefits
(Separate Website)
The Department of Veterans' Affairs National Cemetery Administration's web site is designed to assist you with information on the VA's national cemeteries and other memorial benefits.
By: State Bar of Georgia Pro Bono Project
Read this in:
Spanish / Español
Veterans' Survivors' Benefits
If your spouse, parent, or child was a veteran that has died, you might be eligible for benefits. This document is a list of them.
By: Atlanta Legal Aid Society, Inc.
2010 After the Military Handbook
(Separate Website)
The United States Military Retired Handbook is designed to help all U.S. Military personnel who have retired or who are planning to retire. This unique guide covers everything from the nuts and bolts of computing your Retirement Pay to the detailed explanations of retired military Healthcare, TRICARE, Social Security, VA, SBP, taxes, insurance, travel, survivor benefits and much more.
By: MilitaryHandbooks.com
2010 Benefits for Veterans & Dependents
(Separate Website)
This complete benefits handbook, written for veterans and their dependents, covers: health care benefits, disability compensation, pension, vocational rehabilitation and employment, education and training, home loan guarantees, life insurance, burial benefits, survivor benefits, women veterans, homeless veterans, overseas benefits, small and disadvantaged businesses, appeals, workplace benefits, miscellaneous programs and more.
By: MilitaryHandbooks.com
Are you a GA Veteran who needs Help Navigating the Complex System of Veterans Benefits?
There are numerous benefits afforded to our nation's armed service veterans by the Federal Government and the state of Georgia. This web page hopes to provide useful information to Georgia veterans who need help navigating the various routes toward receiving the benefits they deserve.
By: State Bar of Georgia Military and Veterans Legal Assistance Program
Burial and Plot-Interment Allowances
(Separate Website)
The website gives information on how to be partial reimbursed for an eligible veteran's burial and funeral costs.
By: State Bar of Georgia Pro Bono Project
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Spanish / Español
Death Pension Benefits for Veterans
(Separate Website)
This website has information on death pensions for eligible dependents of deceased wartime veterans
By: State Bar of Georgia Pro Bono Project
Read this in:
Spanish / Español
Veterans' Benefits in Georgia
(Separate Website)
This page outlines the tax exemptions and special provisions for veterans in the state of Georgia.
By: Georgia Department of Veterans' Service
Veterans' Burial and Memorial Benefits
(Separate Website)
The Department of Veterans' Affairs National Cemetery Administration's web site is designed to assist you with information on the VA's national cemeteries and other memorial benefits.
By: State Bar of Georgia Pro Bono Project
Read this in:
Spanish / Español
Veterans' Survivors' Benefits
If your spouse, parent, or child was a veteran that has died, you might be eligible for benefits. This document is a list of them.
By: Atlanta Legal Aid Society, Inc.
Are you a GA Veteran who needs Help Navigating the Complex System of Veterans Benefits?
There are numerous benefits afforded to our nation's armed service veterans by the Federal Government and the state of Georgia. This web page hopes to provide useful information to Georgia veterans who need help navigating the various routes toward receiving the benefits they deserve.
By: State Bar of Georgia Military and Veterans Legal Assistance Program
Are You Eligible for Any Government Benefits?
(Separate Website)
Enter information into this website and it will give you a report on benefits you may be eligible to receive.
By: GovBenefits, A Partnership of Federal Agencies and Organizations
Read this in:
Spanish / Español
The Board of Veterans' Appeals for Benefit Claims
(Separate Website)
The Board of Veterans' Appeals (also known as "BVA" or "the Board") is a part of the VA, located in Washington, D.C. Members of the Board review benefit claims determinations made by local VA offices and issue decision on appeals. These Law Judges, attorneys experienced in veterans law and in reviewing benefit claims, are the only ones who can issue Board decisions. Staff attorneys, also trained in veterans law, review the facts of each appeal and assist the Board members. This is a gateway to information abuot the Board of Veterans' Appeals and the appeals process.
By: Department of Veterans' Affairs
2010 After the Military Handbook
(Separate Website)
The United States Military Retired Handbook is designed to help all U.S. Military personnel who have retired or who are planning to retire. This unique guide covers everything from the nuts and bolts of computing your Retirement Pay to the detailed explanations of retired military Healthcare, TRICARE, Social Security, VA, SBP, taxes, insurance, travel, survivor benefits and much more.
By: MilitaryHandbooks.com
2010 Base Installation Directory
(Separate Website)
The Base Installation Directory, our newest handbook, provides contact information for every military installation in the United States. From information about military housing to the commissary to the base dental clinic, you?ll find the contact number and addresses you need in one easy to access guide
By: MilitaryHandbooks.com
2010 Benefits for Veterans & Dependents
(Separate Website)
This complete benefits handbook, written for veterans and their dependents, covers: health care benefits, disability compensation, pension, vocational rehabilitation and employment, education and training, home loan guarantees, life insurance, burial benefits, survivor benefits, women veterans, homeless veterans, overseas benefits, small and disadvantaged businesses, appeals, workplace benefits, miscellaneous programs and more.
By: MilitaryHandbooks.com
2010 Getting Uncle Sam to Pay for Your College Degree
(Separate Website)
This unique handbook, written for active military personnel, covers everything you need to know about: the G.I. Bill, tuition assistance, scholarships, veteran benefits, student aid, selecting the right degree for you ? why some degrees might be better for you than others, finding the right military-friendly school and tips on staying ahead of the curve.
By: MilitaryHandbooks.com
2010 Guard and Reserve Military Handbook
(Separate Website)
This unique handbook, written specifically for the National Guard and Reserves, gives you everything you need to know about serving in the Reserve Component, including: drill pay and enlistment bonuses; allowances like BAS and BAH; re-employment rights; education and training benefits specific to the Guard and Reserve; health care; and retirement.
By: MilitaryHandbooks.com
2010 U.S. Military Retired Handbook
(Separate Website)
The United States Military Retired Handbook is designed to help all U.S. Military personnel who have retired ? or who are planning to retire. This unique guide covers everything from the nuts and bolts of computing your Retirement Pay to the detailed explanations of retired military Healthcare, TRICARE, Social Security, VA, SBP, taxes, insurance, travel, survivor benefits and much more!
By: MilitaryHandbooks.com
2010 Veterans Healthcare Benefits Handbook
(Separate Website)
This unique handbook, written for veterans, gives you everything you need to know about: how to apply, veterans service centers, choosing a facility, changing a facility, second opinions, prescriptions, dental care, chiropractic care, non-VA care, travel, POW benefits, appeals, grievances, confidentiality, financial issues, means testing, hardship determinations, waivers, medication co-payments, health insurance and a complete listing of VA facilities.
By: MilitaryHandbooks.com
Federal Benefits for Veterans and Dependents
(Separate Website)
This booklet lists the variety of federal benefits available to veterans and their dependents. The document may be downloaded in PDF format only.
By: State Bar of Georgia Pro Bono Project
Read this in:
Spanish / Español
Veterans' Benefits in Georgia
(Separate Website)
This page outlines the tax exemptions and special provisions for veterans in the state of Georgia.
By: Georgia Department of Veterans' Service
VA Programs for Homeless Veterans
(Separate Website)
One-third of the adult homeless male population and nearly one-quarter (23%) of all homeless adults have served their country in the armed services. While there is no true measure of the number of homeless veterans, it has been estimated that more than 250,000 veterans may be homeless on any given night and that twice as many veterans experience homelessness over the course of a year. Many other veterans are considered at risk because of poverty, lack of support from family and friends and precarious living conditions in overcrowded or substandard housing. Almost all (97 percent) homeless veterans are male and the vast majority is single. About 45 percent of homeless veterans suffer from mental illness and, with considerable overlap, slightly more than 70 percent suffer from alcohol or drug abuse problems. This document tells you more about the kinds of programs available to help veterans with these problems.
By: Department of Veterans' Affairs
Veterans' Burial and Memorial Benefits
(Separate Website)
The Department of Veterans' Affairs National Cemetery Administration's web site is designed to assist you with information on the VA's national cemeteries and other memorial benefits.
By: State Bar of Georgia Pro Bono Project
Read this in:
Spanish / Español
Veterans' Survivors' Benefits
If your spouse, parent, or child was a veteran that has died, you might be eligible for benefits. This document is a list of them.
By: Atlanta Legal Aid Society, Inc.
Public Benefits Advocate Newsletter - March 2009 This monthly newsletter contains updates about Georgia public benefits programs like food stamps, TANF, Medicaid, and more.
By: Georgia Legal Services Program®
Public Benefits Advocate Newsletter - April 2009 This monthly newsletter contains updates about Georgia public benefits programs like food stamps, TANF, Medicaid, and more.
By: Georgia Legal Services Program®
Public Benefits Advocate Newsletter - May 2009 This monthly newsletter contains updates about Georgia public benefits programs like food stamps, TANF, Medicaid, and more.
By: Georgia Legal Services Program®
Public Benefits Advocate Newsletter - June 2009 This monthly newsletter contains updates about Georgia public benefits programs like food stamps, TANF, Medicaid, and more.
By: Georgia Legal Services Program®
Public Benefits Advocate Newsletter - July 2009 This monthly newsletter contains updates about Georgia public benefits programs like food stamps, TANF, Medicaid, and more.
By: Georgia Legal Services Program®
Public Benefits Advocate Newsletter - August 2009 This monthly newsletter contains updates about Georgia public benefits programs like food stamps, TANF, Medicaid, and more.
By: Georgia Legal Services Program®
Public Benefits Advocate Newsletter - September 2009 This monthly newsletter contains updates about Georgia public benefits programs like food stamps, TANF, Medicaid, and more.
By: Georgia Legal Services Program®
Public Benefits Advocate Newsletter - October 2009 This monthly newsletter contains updates about Georgia public benefits programs like food stamps, disaster help, TANF, Medicaid, and more.
By: Georgia Legal Services Program®
Military Family Disaster Preparedness
(Separate Website)
As part of our nation's military, whether on active duty, reserves, civilian employee or family member, you play an important role in ensuring the welfare of our homeland. It is also important to prepare yourself and your family for all types of emergencies so you can increase your personal sense of security and peace of mind. Preparing makes sense. Get ready now.
By: Georgia Legal Services Program®
U.S. Military Handbook
(Separate Website)
The United States Military Handbook is designed to help all active duty U.S. Military personnel by giving them the most accurate and complete information available anywhere on pay, allowances, taxes, health care and TRICARE benefits, Veterans and Social Security Benefits, travel, transportation, SBP, retirement, Spac-A, installation listings, statistical data and more.
By: MilitaryHandbooks.com
Can I get part of my spouse's military retirement or civilian pension?
(Separate Website)
You may be able to get part of your spouse's military retirement or civilian pension. This can be true even if your spouse is not retired yet. Click to read more.
By: State Bar of Georgia Pro Bono Project
Common Questions about Alimony and Child Support from Military Personnel and Defense Employees
(Separate Website)
This web page contains answers to common questions about collecting child support and alimony from military personnel and employees of the Department of Defense.
By: State Bar of Georgia Pro Bono Project
Common Questions about the Uniformed Services Former Spouses' Protection Act
(Separate Website)
This document answers common questions about the Uniformed Services Former Spouses' Protection Act which covers enforcement of child support, alimony, and other obligations that members of the Armed Services have toward their spouses and children.
By: State Bar of Georgia Pro Bono Project
2010 Military Childrens Scholarship Handbook
(Separate Website)
A college degree has become the essential tool to unlock doors for future success. This handbook contains all the latest information about getting a college degree, including: types of higher education, resources for finding the right college, entrance exams, financial aid resources, paying for college, applying for federal student aid, Pell Grants, Direct and Federal Family Education Loans, PLUS loans, Consolidation loans, Federal Work-Study Program, ROTC, U.S. Armed Forces and more.
By: MilitaryHandbooks.com
Education Benefits for Veterans and the Military
(Separate Website)
The Education Service administers a large number of education benefit programs, including: (1) Montgomery GI Bill - Active Duty (2) Montgomery GI Bill - Selected Reserve, (3) Veterans Educational Assistance Program, (4) Survivors' and Dependents' Educational Assistance Program and (5) a Work Study Program. This web site contains information about each of these programs, forms, and much more.
By: Department of Veterans' Affairs
Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment Services for Veterans
(Separate Website)
Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment (VR&E) is the VA program that assists veterans with service-connected disabilities to achieve employment or enhance their ability to function independently at home and in the community. This web site provides more information about VR&E programs.
By: State Bar of Georgia Pro Bono Project
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