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Improve your financial health with these 20 resources.

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  1. Free Financial Counseling
    The VA Veterans Benefits Banking Program (VBBP) provides Veterans with up to 3 free sessions with an Accredited Financial Counselor to create customized budgets, develop strategies to reduce debt, improve credit, and set realistic savings goals. Visit the VBBP website or call 855-598-1853.
  2. Direct Financial Assistance
    Access this list of organizations that help eligible Veterans in need with housing, auto, food, and other essentials.
  3. Veteran Discounts
    Discover products and services with Veteran discounts and learn more in this 2-minute video.
  4. Fraud Awareness
    VSAFE provides resources on fraud targeting Veterans. Learn to identify scams, get advice on actions to take, and how to report them.
  5. End Your Debt
    This course offered by the DOD FINRED is designed to empower you and your family to get (and stay) out of debt. Learn proven techniques to overcome high-interest consumer debt, make the most of your money and get on track to a more secure financial future.
  6. Free Legal Services
    VA offers free legal service clinics at VA centers throughout the country. You can see a list of these legal service clinics on the VA website and get free legal help with creating a will or trust.
  7. Employment Assistance
    American Job Centers offer employment and training services for Veterans. Call 1-877-US-2JOBS (1-877-872-5627 supports TTY) or find your local center online. Play a 2-minute video on how the Department of Labor can help you get a job.
  8. Homeless Veteran Assistance
    If you’re a Veteran who is homeless or at risk of becoming homeless, get assistance from the National Call Center for Homeless Veterans at 1(877) 4AID-VET (877-424-3838) or visit the VA Homeless Programs website for more resources. Play a video introduction on how to utilize VA Homeless Programs.
  9. Financial Assistance
    Access emergency assistance for food, housing, clothing, and utilities through the United Way by calling 211 to speak to someone now or search for resources online by location.
  10. Housing Counseling
    Utilize a HUD housing counseling agency for comprehensive support, including budget, financial, credit, loan, and foreclosure counseling. Most services are free and can be accessed by calling 800-569-4287 or 202-708-1455 (TTY) (TTY). Play a video to see if housing counseling is for you.
  11. Food Resources
    Contact the USDA National Hunger Hotline at 1-866-3-HUNGRY or 1-877-8-HAMBRE for food resources like meal sites and food banks.
  12. Phone and Internet Bill Savings
    Save on phone or internet bill by calling 1-800-234-9473 or visiting USAC Lifeline Support to apply online.
  13. Get a New Career Using Your Military Skills
    Explore careers at My Next Move for Veterans. Search by job industry keywords or military skills.
  14. Cut Energy Costs
    Need help with energy costs? Call 1-866-674-6327 or visit LIHEAP's website. Play a 1.5-minute video on their service offerings.
  15. Vocational Rehabilitation
    VA Compensated Work Therapy offers vocational rehabilitation for Veterans with disabilities. Play a 2.5-minute video to learn more about their services.
  16. VA Home Loans
    VA direct and VA-backed home loans help Veterans buy, build, improve, or refinance a home. Learn about loan programs and how to apply by contacting a VA loan technician at 877-827-3702. Play a full explainer video or jump directly to a quick 3-minute explainer on VA Home Loans.
  17. VA Disability Compensation
    Learn what VA disability compensation entails in a 1.5-minute video.
  18. VA Education Benefits
    VA education benefits assist Veterans, service members, and their qualified family members with college tuition, finding the right school, and career counseling. Learn how to apply for and manage the education and training benefits you’ve earned or call 888-442-4551.
  19. National Resource Directory
    The NRD connects Veterans and their families to programs searchable by state and service category, including financial assistance.
  20. VA Careers
    Find jobs with hiring preferences for Veterans and transitioning military at VA Careers.

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